Can You Microwave a Tervis? (It Depends on These Factors…)

Can you microwave a Tervis

Quick Answer: Some Tervis tumblers and mugs are microwavable, others are not. By the end of this article, you'll have a good idea of whether you can microwave your Tervis, and how to do it safely.

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A drinkware product made by the Tervis Tumbler Company is commonly referred to as a Tervis. 

Tervis The popular company makes insulated tumblers, mugs and even wine glasses with a double wall design.

Most often, Tervis cups are made of plastic or stainless steel.  

Many Tervis tumblers and mugs are microwavable and dishwasher-safe, making them especially 

Different Types of Tervis Products

Tervis is known for its wide variety of designs, like sports-themed mugs and Disney tumblers.

Here are a few of the basics:

  • Clear Plastic Tumblers
  • Colorful Plastic Tumblers
  • Stainless Steel Tumblers
  • Customizable Water Bottles
  • Stemmed and Stemless Wine Glasses

 The plastic water bottles and wine glasses are also usually safe.

Most metal things are considered hazardous for the microwave as they can create sparks and damage the microwave, or worse, cause harm to you. 

This doesn't mean that there are no products made with metal materials that are microwave-safe, but it definitely means that you need the go-ahead from the manufacturers first. They're the only ones that will know if their products are microwavable or not.

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How Do You Know If Tervis Drinkware Is Microwave Safe or Not?

So you know that a plastic Tervis is probably microwavable while a stainless steel one isn't.

The only way to know is to check either on the company website or on the product itself.

You should see it say that the product is either microwave-safe or not suitable for the microwave in the product details.

The other way to know is to look on the bottom of the Tervis. You're looking for a label that says that the item is microwavable (or not microwavable).

Labels on Tervis Products to Be Aware Of

According to the Use and Care instructions 


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