FAQs
At Nom, we focus on creating reusable stainless steel lunch boxes designed for everyday school lunches, meal prep, and family life in Canada.
Our products are carefully made using food-safe, long-lasting materials that help families reduce single-use plastic use while packing more intentional lunches.
Food-Grade Silicone
Our removable silicone components are made from 100% food-grade silicone. The silicone liner helps keep food organized, supports easier cleaning, and adds flexibility for different lunch packing styles.
304 Stainless Steel
Our lunch boxes are made with durable 304 food-grade stainless steel — a material widely used for stainless steel lunch containers, kitchenware, and food storage because of its strength, safety, and long-term durability.
Many Vancouver and Canadian parents choose stainless steel lunch boxes as a reusable alternative to plastic lunch containers for kids.
Yes. Nom lunch boxes are BPA-free and made without harmful plastics commonly found in traditional lunch containers. Many parents searching for a non-toxic lunch box for kids choose stainless steel lunchware to help reduce everyday plastic exposure during school lunches and meal prep.
Stainless steel lunch boxes are durable, reusable, dishwasher safe, and long-lasting. Unlike some plastic lunch containers, stainless steel does not easily absorb stains or odors and is commonly chosen by families looking for a lower-waste lunch solution for kids and adults.
Our stainless steel lunch boxes are designed with a removable silicone seal that helps reduce food movement between compartments and supports easier cleaning for busy families.
They work well for thicker foods like yogurt, hummus, cottage cheese, berries, dips, and soft fruits.
However, the lunch boxes are not 100% leakproof and are not recommended for liquids, soups, or very watery foods.
Many parents looking for a compartment-style stainless steel lunch box for balanced school lunches and snack-style meal packing.
Yes. The divided compartment design helps separate foods during transport, making it easier to pack balanced lunches for kindergarten, daycare, school, or work.
Compartment lunch boxes are especially popular with parents packing lunches for picky eaters or children who prefer foods not touching each other.
Yes. Nom lunch boxes are commonly used for yogurt, dips, berries, crackers, sandwiches, pasta, rice, vegetables, and snack-style lunches.
For best results, thicker foods work best inside the compartments.
Nom lunch boxes are made with durable 304 food-grade stainless steel designed for everyday family use.
With regular cleaning and proper drying, the lunch boxes are designed to remain long-lasting and reusable for years of meal prep and school lunches.
Yes. Nom stainless steel lunch boxes are dishwasher safe, helping simplify cleanup after busy school days and family routines.
Many parents searching for dishwasher-safe lunch boxes for kids choose stainless steel lunchware because it is durable and easy to maintain for daily use.
Yes. The removable silicone liner is one of the most loved features of Nom lunch boxes.
Parents can choose to:
- use the silicone insert for extra organization and leak resistance
- or remove it completely for a minimal stainless steel lunch box setup
This flexibility makes it easier to adapt lunches for different foods and routines.
Our stainless steel lunch boxes are not insulated and are not specifically designed to keep food hot for extended periods.
However, stainless steel naturally offers some temperature retention, making it suitable for many everyday meal packing routines.
For families looking to pack warm lunches, soups, noodles, rice, or hot meals for school and work, we also offer the Nom to-go™ insulated bento thermos — designed with thermal insulation and a convenient wide-mouth opening for easier eating and cleaning.
Many parents use the nom° lunch box together with the nom to-go™ thermos to create balanced hot and cold school lunches for kindergarten, daycare, elementary school, and work meals.
Yes! Nom lunch boxes are designed with growing kids in mind and are a popular choice among families across Canada for daycare, kindergarten, and elementary school lunches.
Our best-selling option for school-aged children is the Nom Quad Lunchbox, featuring a practical 4-compartment design that helps parents pack balanced lunches with a variety of foods while keeping everything neatly separated.
Explore the Nom Quad Lunchbox:
Parents love stainless steel lunch boxes because they are:
- Reusable and eco-friendly
- Dishwasher safe
- Durable enough for daily backpacks and school routines
- Easy to clean
- Designed for balanced meal packing
- Made from food-grade stainless steel with no plastic touching food
The Nom Quad is especially popular for kindergarten and elementary students because the four compartments make it easy to pack fruits, vegetables, proteins, and snacks all in one lunch box, helping create nutritious and organized school lunches every day.
Yes! Nom lunch boxes are designed with kid-friendly clasps that many children can open independently during lunchtime.
This makes them suitable for kindergarten-aged children learning independence at school.
Absolutely. While Nom was originally designed with families and children in mind, many adults use our stainless steel lunch boxes for work lunches, meal prep, gym snacks, and everyday meals.
For adults, our most popular option is the Nom Duo Lunchbox, a simple 2-compartment design that makes it easy to separate proteins, salads, sandwiches, snacks, or side dishes without overcomplicating lunch packing. It's a favorite among office workers, commuters, and anyone looking for a durable, plastic-free lunch solution.
Check out the Nom Duo Lunchbox
Made from food-grade stainless steel with a minimalist design, Nom lunch boxes are built to last and look just as good on an office desk as they do in a school lunch bag.
Whether you're packing lunch for work, meal prepping for the week, or bringing snacks on the go, Nom is designed for all ages.
At the moment, nom° ships within Canada only.
We’re hoping to expand international shipping in the future as our small Vancouver-based brand continues to grow.
If you’d like updates on future USA or international shipping availability, we recommend subscribing to our email list for product launches and shipping announcements.
Depending on inventory and scheduling, local Vancouver pickup options may occasionally be available for customers in the Greater Vancouver area.
Shipping timelines may vary depending on your province, carrier availability, and order volume.
Customers typically receive shipping confirmation and tracking information once orders have been processed and shipped from Canada.