Explore food jars for homemade recipes, independent product ranges and commercial production at Freeman & Harding. Our collection covers round, square, hexagonal, tapered and panel designs for honey, jams, chutneys, pickles, spices and sauces. With miniature options, traditional preserving sizes and wholesale quantities available, you can choose packaging that suits your product, filling method and preferred presentation.
The best glass jars for storing food depend on what you are making, how much you need to pack and the closure required. A miniature jar may be suited to samples, while a larger container with a wide mouth can provide easy access when filling preserves or pieces of fruit and vegetables.
Freeman & Harding supplies jars for home producers, beekeepers, farm shops, caterers, food manufacturers and independent brands. The range includes different shapes, sizes and lid options for small batches and large quantities.
Our food jars can be used for:
Product listings include details about capacity, pack quantity and available lids. Always confirm that the chosen jar and closure match the food, storage conditions and production process.
Food storage containers are available in many materials and styles, but this category primarily covers empty packaging jars rather than lunch boxes, stackable containers or domestic glass canisters.
The intended contents should guide your choice. Traditional jam jars work well for fruit preserves, while clear honey jars display the natural colour and texture of honey. Wider openings can make preserving and filling larger ingredients more practical.
For herbs and seasonings, our glass spice jars include shaker and grinder closure options. Pickles and relishes may require a larger opening, making our pickle and chutney jars a useful place to compare suitable products.
Freeman & Harding also supplies sauce bottles and plastic containers for products that require a different type of packaging. This variety allows customers to compare glass and plastic according to weight, handling, presentation and intended use.
Jar shape influences label space, shelf presentation and the overall style of the finished product.
A round jar offers a familiar appearance and is efficient to fill, handle, and label. These versatile jars are commonly selected for honey, marmalade, condiments and preserves.
Square jars provide defined sides and a distinctive finish. They can make good use of the available space in a product box or display and provide customers with clear branding areas. Browse our square glass jars to compare available capacities.
Hexagonal jars add decorative detail without requiring additional packaging. The shaped sides can give honey, preserves and gifts a premium appearance, while colourful contents provide a natural pop of colour.
Panel jars include defined surfaces that can help a label sit neatly. Tapered jars create a clean outline that works well for sauces, condiments and gift products. The practicality of each design will depend on how it is filled, packed and displayed.
Freeman & Harding stocks food jars in sizes ranging from miniature portions to larger formats for everyday and commercial use.
Small jars are useful for tasters, hotel breakfasts, hampers and favours. Capacities around 100ml suit seasonings and samples, while medium jars work well for sauces and preserves. Traditional ½lb and 1lb formats remain popular for honey and jam.
For household pantry storage, containers between 460ml and 750ml are often used for nuts, spices and daily-use ingredients. Capacities from 1L to 1.5L can hold baking ingredients, while glass storage jars over 2L may accommodate bulk flour and other dry goods.
Use the Freeman & Harding jars by size section if you already know the required volume. Remember that two jars with a similar capacity may have different neck finishes, so size alone cannot confirm lid compatibility.
A correctly fitted lid helps protect the contents and gives the finished packaging a complete appearance. Depending on the product, available closures may include metal twist-off lids, screw lids, shaker caps or grinder fittings.
Some household airtight glass storage products use a clip closure, silicone gaskets or bamboo lids. Silicone seals can reduce leaks and limit oxygen exposure when fitted correctly, while bamboo-topped canisters are commonly used for pantry ingredients.
A secure seal can help slow the processes that cause food to become stale, but food freshness also depends on preparation, hygiene, temperature and storage conditions. No jar can prevent food waste if the product is filled or stored incorrectly.
Some Freeman & Harding jars include closures or offer customers the option to choose between options. Others may be supplied without them. Browse our spare lids if you need separate closures, and check the neck diameter and fit before ordering.
Glass provides a food-safe, non-porous surface for packaging suitable foods. It does not readily absorb colours, oils, odours or flavours, helping the contents retain their intended character.
Clear glass also gives customers an immediate view of the food. This can be particularly valuable for colourful jams, layered spices, dark chutneys and clear honey. It also makes it easier to identify the contents and check remaining stock at a glance.
Glass food storage containers can be cleaned and reused when appropriate, provided they remain free from chips, cracks and other damage. Glass is also recyclable and can be reprocessed without an inherent loss of material quality.
Standard packaging jars should not automatically be treated as oven, microwave or freezer-safe. Always follow the instructions for the specific product and avoid sudden temperature changes that could damage the glass.
Not every customer needs the same quantity. Smaller cases can suit recipe testing, seasonal batches and independent makers, while larger orders support commercial production and regular filling schedules.
The Freeman & Harding sample service allows you to check a jar’s size, shape and appearance before placing a larger order. This can also help when testing labels or comparing closure options.
For larger quantities, explore our wholesale food jars or contact the Freeman & Harding team for guidance on stock, pallet quantities and compatible lids.
The best jar depends on the food, portion size, filling method and required closure. Round jars suit many jams and preserves, while wide-opening jars may be easier to fill with larger ingredients.
Glass is non-porous, easy to clean and does not readily absorb food smells, flavours or colours. It also allows the contents to remain visible. Suitability will still depend on the food and storage conditions.
Some products include lids or allow you to select a closure, while others are available without lids. Check the individual product listing before ordering.
Many jars in the range are designed for jams, chutneys, pickles and other preserves. However, customers should confirm that the selected jar and lid are suitable for their particular recipe and filling process.
Yes. Freeman & Harding supplies both smaller cases and wholesale quantities, including pallet-sized orders for commercial customers.
Yes. Ordering a sample allows you to inspect the jar, test your label and check its suitability before committing to a larger quantity.
