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PYREX vs Pyrex

Reddit r/Cooking·u/Dont-ask-me-ever·about 1 month ago
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PYREX vs Pyrex I personally never knew there was a difference. I knew Corning developed Pyrex brand cookware but didn’t know there were different types of Pyrex until a recent article I read. I thought I’d share with you. **PYREX (Uppercase/Vintage):** Manufactured by Corning, this borosilicate glass is superior for oven-to-table use due to its high resistance to thermal shock. It is typically found in thrift stores or older sets. **pyrex (Lowercase/Modern):** Produced by World Kitchen LLC (now Corelle Brands) since the late 1970s, this tempered soda-lime glass is designed for durability against breakage, but it is more susceptible to shattering if moved directly from a hot oven to a cold surface. **Identification:** Look at the logo—all capital letters ("PYREX") indicates older, typically more heat-resistant glass, while lowercase ("pyrex") denotes newer tempered glass.…

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