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title: "Zojirushi SL-NCE09 Stainless Ms. Bento Steel Vacuum Lunch Jar, 28.5-Ounce"
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# Keeps food hot for 6+ hrs at 149°F Includes forked spoon with protective cover Cold retention for 6+ hrs at 50°F Zojirushi SL-NCE09 Stainless Ms. Bento Steel Vacuum Lunch Jar, 28.5-Ounce

**Brand:** zojirushi
**Price:** € 96.46
**Availability:** ❌ Out of Stock

## Summary

> 🥢 Elevate your lunch game — hot, fresh, and envy-worthy every time!

## Quick Answers

- **What is this?** Zojirushi SL-NCE09 Stainless Ms. Bento Steel Vacuum Lunch Jar, 28.5-Ounce by zojirushi
- **How much does it cost?** € 96.46 with free shipping
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## Best For

- zojirushi enthusiasts

## Why This Product

- Trusted zojirushi brand quality
- Free international shipping included
- Worldwide delivery with tracking
- 15-day hassle-free returns

## Key Features

- • **Eco-Chic Meal Prep:** Ditch disposable containers and embrace a sustainable, stylish lunch solution that fits your busy lifestyle.
- • **Leak-Resistant Design:** Gasket-sealed lids and locking mechanism prevent spills, so your bag stays clean and your food intact.
- • **On-the-Go Convenience:** Comes with a sleek, durable carry bag and integrated utensil for effortless transport and zero fuss.
- • **Triple-Compartment Mastery:** Three microwave-safe bowls let you pack a full gourmet meal, hot or cold, without mixing flavors.
- • **Vacuum-Insulated Stainless Steel:** Advanced vacuum insulation locks in temperature, keeping your lunch perfectly hot or cold for hours.

## Overview

The Zojirushi SL-NCE09 Ms. Bento Stainless Steel Vacuum Lunch Jar is a 28.5-ounce insulated lunch container featuring three microwave-safe bowls (10.5, 11.2, and 6.8 oz) designed to keep food hot (up to 149°F) or cold (down to 50°F) for over 6 hours. Crafted from BPA-free stainless steel with vacuum insulation, it includes a leak-resistant design, a forked spoon with cover, and a durable carry bag, making it ideal for professionals and students seeking a versatile, eco-friendly meal solution on the go.

## Description

Zojirushi Ms. Bento Stainless Vacuum Insulated Lunch JarLunch on the GoWhether in the office or on the go, you can take a healthier, tastier, more interesting lunch with you thanks to Zojirushi's Ms. Bento Stainless Lunch Jar. One of the most versatile lunch boxes you'll ever come across, the Ms. Bento lunch jar comes with three different containers that allow you to pack a multi-course lunch of both hot and cold items easily and securely. The jar itself is made of stainless steel and is vacuum-insulated that houses three plastic containers with lids. The large soup bowl comes with gasket-sealed lid to prevent messy spills and is specially insulated to keep soup hot. All pieces should be washed by hand with non-abrasive cleaning pads. Inner bowls are microwave-safe. The lunch jar lid also locks to hold all the inner containers. The Ms. Bento also comes with a convenient carry bag with a strap for easy transport. A forked spoon is included with its own protective cover.Capacity: Main Bowl 10oz, Side Bowl 11 oz, Soup Bowl 7 oz.Dimensions: Container measures 10 by 6 by 6 inches.Ms. Bento FeaturesVacuum insulation keeps foods hot or cold for hoursDurable stainless steel construction with excellent heat retention3 microwaveable inner bowlsWashable nonstick coated outer containerIncludes forked spoon with cover and easy to carry tote bagBPA FreeGreat for Hot or Cold LunchesThe Ms. Bento is an excellent way to safely and conveniently pack lunch where microwave or refrigerator may not be available. The Ms. Bento allows you to compartmentalize your food and bring an entire meal, like a pasta dish, soup, salad and cookies in each separate bowl. You will appreciate the “greenness” of packing a lunch in our lunch jars, instead of using a paper bag or disposable containers.How does it keep food hot or cold?With Zojirushi's renowned vacuum insulation technology, air between the two thin layers of stainless steel on the outer container is removed, creating a vacuum. Because there is no air, the temperature on the outside does not transfer into the container; keeping foods hot or cold for hours.What's in the BoxSide BowlThe Ms. Bento comes with an 11-ounce side bowl that sits inside the lid. It is ideal for foods that should be kept room temperature, such as chips, nuts or snacks. The side bowl is not insulated.Main BowlThe 10-ounce main bowl is designed to hold the main course. The outer container's vacuum insulation and the insulated lid of the main bowl help keep foods hot or cold for hours without reheating or refrigeration.Soup BowlThe 7-ounce soup bowl has a unique lid that minimizes leaks and is ideal for holding soups, dips, or fruit cocktail. It sits at the bottom of the outer container, where vacuum insulation keeps the foods hot or cold for hours.Forked SpoonNever worry about forgetting your utensils. The Ms. Bento also includes a forked spoon with its own protective cover.

Review: I love the Ms Bento lunch jar! - This is a wonderful product and perfectly meets my packed lunch needs. When I recieved the Ms. Bento lunch jar, I was pleased to see it was just as described. The tote is roomy and sturdy. The spork is sturdy and has worked well with every type of food I have packed thus far. The containers seemed very small when I first opened them up, but I've been surprised how much they actually hold. I've used the center and top containers to hold a baked potato (cut into four pieces), a drained can of beans or other veggies, the strands from half of a small cooked spaghetti squash, etc. I would say they both hold approximately 1 cup while the bottom container holds a little more than 1/2 cup. The lids of the top and bottom containers sit on the top and outside of the bowl, so they can be filled to the top. The lid of the center container fits down into the bowl about 1/2 inch and must be turned to lock into place. That slightly decreases the volume it will hold. When I "forced" it over some chili, the lid locked, but the container leaked. Since then I have left room for the lid to lower into the bowl and lock. I have not placed any of the containers in the microwave, although they are microwave safe. Instead, I heat my lunch prior to packing. To keep things warm, I first fill the outer Ms. Bento thermos with hot tap water and let it set a minute or two, then empty and dry it. I then pack my hot food into the Ms. Bento containers, seal it all up, and put it into the tote. When I eat my lunch approx five hours later, the food has always been warm. In fact, several times a small bit of steam rose when I opened the lid of a container. Since other reviewers mentioned staining and odor, I've been consistent in rinsing the containers well before packing them back into the tote after lunch, and washing in warm water with dish soap that evening, letting everything air dry. I have had no problems with staining or odor after one month of regular use. Although the user guide recommend packing all containers with the same temperature of food (choose either all hot items or all cold), I have done some mixing. For example, I packed some sliced tomatoes in the bottom container and warm items in the top two containers. The tomatoes ended up a bit lukewarm, which I didn't mind, but I see why the guide says to pick one temperature and go with it. One final thought....the containers are too small, in my opinion, to comfortably eat directly from them. Soup may be OK (I haven't packed a soup yet), but I've found it more comfortable to transfer the contents of the containers onto a plate or bowl at work rather than eat directly from the containers. All-in-all, a terrific product and one I would buy again.
Review: Ms. Bento is perfect for your entire meal! - I bought 2 -one for each of girls, in 8th and 9th grade. I agonized over Mr. Bento, Ms. Bento, and Classic Bento. Finally decided on Ms. Bento because it comes with a carry case large enough to HOLD A DRINK! The issue I had with Mr. and Classic is that the girls would have to fumble around with a separate drink, or get yet another bag to hold the canister and the drink. With Ms. Bento, it's perfectly sized to hold the canister and a bottled water. The size seems shockingly small at first, but then as you get better at packing, it's amazing how much food you can actually fit in the 3 tiers - especially pastas and rice based dishes where you can cram food into every mm of usable space. I just wish the lids were interchangable between the 2 insulated levels - the water resistant bottom cup isn't very big but sometimes you would rather have the larger cup for wet/possibly leaky items. Hot OR cold issue: You can only use as all hot or all cold for the bottom and middle insulated cups. If you read that you can combine hot and cold - what this really means is a top cup that does not need insulation. You definitely cannot put say, cold yogurt on the bottom and hot fried rice in the center. It is also misleading to say hot and cold because the top cup will take on some of the characteristics of whether it's hot or cold that day. So make sure your top cup is compatible with being on the warmer or cooler side. For warmer days, I can put most any fruit and it's ok, and something like chocolate chip cookies, which my girls report is awesome since they are soft and warm like out of the oven. On cold days, then put in crispy and crunchier items, like crispy wafer cookies and fruit they really like to have cold. STAYS hot or cold issue: Does it really work? YES. I can't explain why some people say it won't retain heat. I can tell you what I do: Boil water. Don't use tap water or water you think it hot enough. BOIL it. Do this FIRST. Let it sit in the canister while you do everything else. I let mine sit for at least 15 minutes. Perhaps others' water is not hot enough, or not warmed up long enough so it won't retain heat. Ditto for cold. My girls report very nice and warm by lunch, not scalding, but better than "just warm". I finished my daughter's meal and cauliflower (see more below) and it was still warm after school. Prep: 6:45, canisters done by 7:15. Lunches at 12 noon and 1PM. Finished daughter's lunch leftovers at 5PM. Can this make me eat better? YES. My girls aren't veggie lovers. The first day, I put all stir fried cauliflower in the bottom cup, and they said it was like eating the never ending bowl of cauliflower. The next day, I carefully served 3 types unmixed - corn, peas, and green beans. It wasn't much of each, but with the beautiful presentation, they actually ate all or nearly all of the vegetables - hahaha!!! It is true you find yourself thinking more about the proper allocation between protein, carbs, moderate treat, and fruits/veggies, and shopping this way as well. I just order more bento type stuff like the little containers for soy sauce, dressings, syrup, and cream cheese, plus a few playful picks for decoration. The bag is quite sturdy - it is not flimsy material - a thick material with sturdy straps. The spork is nice, as is the cover. If you're worried about scratching the cups or are a heavy handed jabbing type of eater, just use your own plasticware. I hand wash and hand dry everything, and it hasn't been too arduous. Use plastic wrap to line the cups for stainy items - like spaghetti/chili. Back to Mr. Ms. or Classic? It's really hard to say for others, but Ms. has been just right for the girls both size wise and because they barely have enough time to finish the volume of lunch they already have. It's lunch, not dinner, and as a last resort, you can still fit in a bit more food inside the carry bag.

## Features

- Round jar with 3 food bowls for hot or cold lunch storage. Vacuum-insulated stainless-steel construction keeps food warm. Includes convenient carrying bag for transport
- Microwaveable bowls measure 10.5, 11.2, and 6.8 ounces. Easy-to-clean container washes quickly; forked spoon with protective cover attaches to jar
- Heat retention after 6 hours is 149 degree Fahrenheit and cold retention after 6 hours is 50 degree Fahrenheit. Rating is based on water at a starting temperature of 95 degree Celsius at a room temperature of 20 degree Celsius
- Note-if the side bowl lid is closed with hot foods inside, the lid may be difficult to remove. In this case open the lid while holding the side bowl gasket with your fingers to allow air inside
- Rating is based on water at a starting temperature of 4 degree Celsius at room temperature of 20 degree Celsius; Made of BPA-free plastic
- Might contain chemicals which cause Reproductive/ Cancer harm as per P65 warning.

## Technical Specifications

| Specification | Value |
|---------------|-------|
| ASIN | B0016S7MJM |
| Best Sellers Rank | #258,814 in Kitchen & Dining ( See Top 100 in Kitchen & Dining ) #262 in Insulated Food Jars |
| Closure Type | Snap |
| Container Shape | Round |
| Customer Reviews | 4.4 4.4 out of 5 stars (3,055) |
| Date First Available | October 2, 2001 |
| Department | unisex |
| Global Trade Identification Number | 00023596114395 |
| Is Discontinued By Manufacturer | No |
| Is Dishwasher Safe | No |
| Is Microwaveable | Yes |
| Item Form | Round |
| Item Package Quantity | 1 |
| Item Volume | 295 Milliliters |
| Item Weight | 2.1 pounds |
| Item model number | SL-NCE09 |
| Manufacturer | Zojirushi Kitchen Electrics |
| Material Type Free | BPA Free |
| Number of Items | 1 |
| Number of Sets | 1 |
| Product Care Instructions | Hand Wash Only |
| Product Dimensions | 5"L x 5"W x 8.13"H |
| Recommended Uses For Product | Office, School |
| Size | 28.5-Ounce |
| Special Feature | Stainless steel lunch jar with three microwaveable inner bowls, forked spoon and easy-to-carry bag |
| UPC | 023596114395 |
| Unit Count | 1.0 Count |

## Product Details

- **Brand:** Zojirushi
- **Capacity:** 28.5 Fluid Ounces
- **Color:** Stainless
- **Material:** Plastic, Stainless Steel
- **Material Feature:** bpa_free

## Images

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## Questions & Answers

**Q: Where is it made**
A: Made in Thailand

**Q: How long does the food stay hot(hour)?**
A: I microwaved my food around 7:30am and it was still warm (not hot) by 12:23pm when I ate lunch.

**Q: Can I directly use outer container to fill soup? (not using the small boxes inside) Will that damage the cover?**
A: No

**Q: Can I alternatively fill the main container with soup instead of using the mini containers?**
A: No.... you may spill the soup. The lid of the main container could not hold too many water/soup.

## Customer Reviews

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ I love the Ms Bento lunch jar!
*by R***N on July 16, 2011*

This is a wonderful product and perfectly meets my packed lunch needs. When I recieved the Ms. Bento lunch jar, I was pleased to see it was just as described. The tote is roomy and sturdy. The spork is sturdy and has worked well with every type of food I have packed thus far. The containers seemed very small when I first opened them up, but I've been surprised how much they actually hold. I've used the center and top containers to hold a baked potato (cut into four pieces), a drained can of beans or other veggies, the strands from half of a small cooked spaghetti squash, etc. I would say they both hold approximately 1 cup while the bottom container holds a little more than 1/2 cup. The lids of the top and bottom containers sit on the top and outside of the bowl, so they can be filled to the top. The lid of the center container fits down into the bowl about 1/2 inch and must be turned to lock into place. That slightly decreases the volume it will hold. When I "forced" it over some chili, the lid locked, but the container leaked. Since then I have left room for the lid to lower into the bowl and lock. I have not placed any of the containers in the microwave, although they are microwave safe. Instead, I heat my lunch prior to packing. To keep things warm, I first fill the outer Ms. Bento thermos with hot tap water and let it set a minute or two, then empty and dry it. I then pack my hot food into the Ms. Bento containers, seal it all up, and put it into the tote. When I eat my lunch approx five hours later, the food has always been warm. In fact, several times a small bit of steam rose when I opened the lid of a container. Since other reviewers mentioned staining and odor, I've been consistent in rinsing the containers well before packing them back into the tote after lunch, and washing in warm water with dish soap that evening, letting everything air dry. I have had no problems with staining or odor after one month of regular use. Although the user guide recommend packing all containers with the same temperature of food (choose either all hot items or all cold), I have done some mixing. For example, I packed some sliced tomatoes in the bottom container and warm items in the top two containers. The tomatoes ended up a bit lukewarm, which I didn't mind, but I see why the guide says to pick one temperature and go with it. One final thought....the containers are too small, in my opinion, to comfortably eat directly from them. Soup may be OK (I haven't packed a soup yet), but I've found it more comfortable to transfer the contents of the containers onto a plate or bowl at work rather than eat directly from the containers. All-in-all, a terrific product and one I would buy again.

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Ms. Bento is perfect for your entire meal!
*by C***I on August 28, 2015*

I bought 2 -one for each of girls, in 8th and 9th grade. I agonized over Mr. Bento, Ms. Bento, and Classic Bento. Finally decided on Ms. Bento because it comes with a carry case large enough to HOLD A DRINK! The issue I had with Mr. and Classic is that the girls would have to fumble around with a separate drink, or get yet another bag to hold the canister and the drink. With Ms. Bento, it's perfectly sized to hold the canister and a bottled water. The size seems shockingly small at first, but then as you get better at packing, it's amazing how much food you can actually fit in the 3 tiers - especially pastas and rice based dishes where you can cram food into every mm of usable space. I just wish the lids were interchangable between the 2 insulated levels - the water resistant bottom cup isn't very big but sometimes you would rather have the larger cup for wet/possibly leaky items. Hot OR cold issue: You can only use as all hot or all cold for the bottom and middle insulated cups. If you read that you can combine hot and cold - what this really means is a top cup that does not need insulation. You definitely cannot put say, cold yogurt on the bottom and hot fried rice in the center. It is also misleading to say hot and cold because the top cup will take on some of the characteristics of whether it's hot or cold that day. So make sure your top cup is compatible with being on the warmer or cooler side. For warmer days, I can put most any fruit and it's ok, and something like chocolate chip cookies, which my girls report is awesome since they are soft and warm like out of the oven. On cold days, then put in crispy and crunchier items, like crispy wafer cookies and fruit they really like to have cold. STAYS hot or cold issue: Does it really work? YES. I can't explain why some people say it won't retain heat. I can tell you what I do: Boil water. Don't use tap water or water you think it hot enough. BOIL it. Do this FIRST. Let it sit in the canister while you do everything else. I let mine sit for at least 15 minutes. Perhaps others' water is not hot enough, or not warmed up long enough so it won't retain heat. Ditto for cold. My girls report very nice and warm by lunch, not scalding, but better than "just warm". I finished my daughter's meal and cauliflower (see more below) and it was still warm after school. Prep: 6:45, canisters done by 7:15. Lunches at 12 noon and 1PM. Finished daughter's lunch leftovers at 5PM. Can this make me eat better? YES. My girls aren't veggie lovers. The first day, I put all stir fried cauliflower in the bottom cup, and they said it was like eating the never ending bowl of cauliflower. The next day, I carefully served 3 types unmixed - corn, peas, and green beans. It wasn't much of each, but with the beautiful presentation, they actually ate all or nearly all of the vegetables - hahaha!!! It is true you find yourself thinking more about the proper allocation between protein, carbs, moderate treat, and fruits/veggies, and shopping this way as well. I just order more bento type stuff like the little containers for soy sauce, dressings, syrup, and cream cheese, plus a few playful picks for decoration. The bag is quite sturdy - it is not flimsy material - a thick material with sturdy straps. The spork is nice, as is the cover. If you're worried about scratching the cups or are a heavy handed jabbing type of eater, just use your own plasticware. I hand wash and hand dry everything, and it hasn't been too arduous. Use plastic wrap to line the cups for stainy items - like spaghetti/chili. Back to Mr. Ms. or Classic? It's really hard to say for others, but Ms. has been just right for the girls both size wise and because they barely have enough time to finish the volume of lunch they already have. It's lunch, not dinner, and as a last resort, you can still fit in a bit more food inside the carry bag.

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Review
*by H***E on February 19, 2024*

I got this for my 11 year old daughter cos the current Thermos lunch tote (JBC-801) I had was a bit small. Upon comparing the size, Ms Bento could hold 150ml more. 840ml vs 690ml. All the containers seems small, but its actually a good size (for kids n people with small appetite) once you have drank the soup n ate the rice/side dishes. Keeps warm for up to 6 hours. At the 4 hour mark, hotter than warm. At the 6 hour mark, just warm. But I've eaten it n so far not gotten any food poisoning. Having a hard time filling the top side dish container as I couldn't find any suitable things to put in there. Its supposed to be room temp but the heat from the containers below get to it. Fruits/veggies get warm. Green veggies turn a yucky shade of green. But I love the spork. Makes eating from the small containers very easy. Washing is a bit tedious as there are many parts but I do own a lot of thermos etc so I'm quite used it. I always remove gaskets when washing all these thermos cos they can really turn yucky if you dont. U can also tell they really put effort into the design as there is a small groove which makes it easy for the gasket to be removed for washing. All in all, satisfied with the product.

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