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Some spreads, pickles, and sauces permit either half-pint or pint jars under the same or separately stated schedule.
What to look for
Never assume a larger jar is safe. Use only the sizes and times listed by the tested source.
Product options
Ball wide-mouth pint mason jars
A compatible pint option when a tested recipe allows either half-pint or pint jars. Use the complete pint processing schedule and never infer that a larger size is safe.
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Half-pint option: Ball 8-ounce quilted jelly jars
Choose this half-pint option only when the tested recipe permits 8-ounce jars. Do not shorten processing time unless the authoritative recipe provides a different schedule for half-pints.
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Safe-use reminder
Equipment does not make an untested recipe safe. Use a current authoritative home-canning process that specifies the food, preparation, jar size, canner type, time or pressure, and altitude adjustment. Follow the equipment manufacturer’s current instructions.
Before you buy
- Confirm compatibility with your jars, lids, cooktop, and tested process.
- Check capacity, dimensions, replacement-part availability, and warranty terms.
- Inspect equipment before use and replace damaged or incompatible parts.
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