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Why use amber glass bottles?

  • Amber is the most common colored glass and is produced by adding together iron, sulfur, and carbon
  • Amber glass absorbs nearly all radiation consisting of wavelengths shorter than 450nm, offering excellent protection from ultraviolet radiation
  • Amber glass protects light-sensitive materials
Title: Why use amber glass bottles?
Description: Facts about amber glass bottles.
Published: 11/30/2015
Last Edited: 12/28/2022

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