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Borosilicate Glass vsOrdinary Glass(Soda-Lime Glass)

Glass products are everywhere in our lives, yet there exists a vast quality gap between different types of glass. With its superior performance, borosilicate glass is increasingly becoming the top choice for users who prioritize safety and experience. How does it differ from ordinary glass?

Borosilicate Glass vs Soda-Lime Glass

Summary: Choose Borosilicate Glass, Choose Quality Living

PropertyBorosilicate GlassOrdinary Glass (Soda-Lime)
Thermal Shock Resistance★★★ Excellent (>120°C)★☆☆ Poor (cracks easily)
Acid/Alkali Resistance★★★ Superior (anti-corrosion)★☆☆ Poor (erodes/stains easily)
Transparency★★★ Crystal-clear★★☆ Average (may tint green/gray)
Safety★★★ High (non-toxic)★★☆ Caution (may contain heavy metals)
Durability★★★ High (scratch-resistant)★★☆ Moderate (scratches/ages easily)

一、Composition & Safety

  • Borosilicate Glass

þ Core materials: SiO₂+ B₂O₃

þ Free from harmful substances like lead or cadmium; food-grade safety.

  • Ordinary Glass (Soda-Lime Glass)

ý Main components: SiO₂ + Na₂O + CaO

May contain heavy metal impurities; long-term use poses potential risks.

Glass composition

二、 Thermal Stability: Heat Resistance

  • Borosilicate Glass:

þ Withstands sudden temperature shocks up to 120°C.

þ No cracking under rapid cooling/heating.

Whether taken straight from the freezer and filled with boiling water or rapidly cooled after oven use, it remains intact, resisting thermal expansion stress.

  • Ordinary Glass (Soda-Lime Glass):

ý Prone to cracking under sudden temperature changes.

ý Thermal expansion leads to fractures.

Heat resistance test

三、Chemical Stability: Acid/Alkali Resistance & Cleanability

  • Borosilicate Glass:

þ Resists acid/alkali corrosion; stays crystal-clear even after long-term contact with beverages or cleaners.

þ Smooth surface for easy cleaning; maintains like-new appearance.

  • Ordinary Glass (Soda-Lime Glass):

ý Vulnerable to acid/alkali erosion; turns cloudy.

ý Stains easily; hard to clean; appears aged.

Easy to clean

四、Transparency & Aesthetics

  • Borosilicate Glass:

þ Crystal-clear like quartz, perfectly showcasing contents.

Exceptional clarity and brilliance. Its dense, hard surface resists staining, making cleaning effortless.

  • Ordinary Glass (Soda-Lime Glass):

ý Lower transparency; may appear greenish or grayish (especially iron-rich soda-lime glass). Visually less radiant and pure.

Smooth glass wall

Whether for baby products demanding safety, heat-resistant tea sets, premium coffee gear, or lab equipment requiring stability, borosilicate glass is the more reliable, durable, and reassuring choice. It redefines the strength and beauty of glass, empowering everyday transparent containers to carry the pursuit of a quality life.