Few noticed this big change with their beloved Pyrex glassware.

Any Southern cook worth their salt knows and trusts several brand names when it comes to cook- and bakeware.

At that point, they switched to manufacturing products with tempered soda lime instead.

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Why Pyrex Made The Change

So, why did Pyrex make the change all those years ago?

Two primary causes: increased air pollution regulations and a focus on reducing energy consumption.