Klean Kanteen™ stainless steel bottles are reusable water bottles that are free of BPA and other toxins. Made of 18/8, food-grade stainless steel instead of aluminum or plastic because the metal itself is safe and toxin-free. Stainless steel is made of many elements and minerals, some of which are actually recommended by the FDA, such as iron. Other components of stainless steel including manganese and chromium are often included in multivitamins and other dietary supplements.
Because stainless steel itself is safe, the inside is not coated with a plastic or epoxy lining, which is one of the main differences between stainless steel Klean Kanteen bottles and aluminum bottles. Food-grade stainless steel is the material of choice because it doesn't retain or impart flavors.