Based in Rochester N.Y. Nalgene was founded in 1949 as a manufacturer of the first plastic pipette holder. The company soon expanded its product line to include state-of-the-art polyethylene labware under the Nalgene brand. By the 1970s outdoor enthusiasts had discovered the taste and odor-resistant leakproof and rugged properties of Nalgenes large selection of plastic containers. In response to this emerging demand Nalgene created a Consumer Products Division. In the ensuing years Nalgene created a full line of bottles that were perfect for storing everything from water to powdered drinks to pancake mix to shampoo.
The Wide-Mouth Cantene, from renowned personal hydration company Nalgene, is made of multilayered material that offers stiffness and strength for stand-up capability, yet is soft and flexible to be folded or rolled when empty. The wide opening accepts ice cubes and provides easy access for cleaning, and also accommodates all major water filters. A guaranteed leakproof system and loop-top cap offer reliability and versatility, and a gusseted bottom stands upright.
Features

Sturdy and reliable
Made with unique multi-layer film
Collapsible and flexible
Dishwasher safe on the top rack
Withstands temperatures from -20 to 220 degrees Fahrenheit
Gusseted bottom allows Cantene to stand when full
Loop-top cap
Made in the USA Anatomy of a Nalgene Bottle

Threads: Nalgene bottles and caps feature continuous, straight shouldered semi-buttress threads for increased contact area on the surface. This allows for greater tightening force without stripping threads.
Cap: Durable caps are designed and built to perfectly mate with their respective containers. There's no separate liner to wear, crease, fall out, or leak, and the seal ring is molded directly into each cap.
FDA-compliant, BPA-free Materials: Nalgene bottles are molded from 100% virgin resin with nothing but FDA compliant colors added. Finished products are tested according to the requirements of the USFDA for food and beverage contact.
Heavy-duty Walls: Uniformly durable walls are thicker and more resistant to failure than many similar looking, but lower quality bottles.
Bottom: Inner corners of each bottle's bottom are curved for easy cleaning, and a plastic resin code is molded into the bottle for eventual recycling after years of sturdy service. About Nalgene
Nalgene is one of those brands many consider synonymous with its product category, much like Rollerblades or Q-Tips. The company creates ubiquitous BPA-free colored water bottles, geared toward providing a simple personal hydration solution that respects the environment. Nalgene offers a full product line of reusable containers of all kinds, made from a wide range of materials.