The trays are designed in California and manufactured in China.

How is this silicone tray and lid different than other “similar” products to justify a much higher price?

We understand that Souper Cubes® is more expensive than other silicone trays available on Amazon. This is because it is expensive to design, manufacture, deliver, and ship a high-quality product like Souper Cubes®. Quality is extremely important to us. We use food-grade silicone and steel reinforcements are thicker than other trays leading to a sturdy and durable product. In fact, most trays on the market don't include any steel-enforced rim at all. We wanted to create a true chef's grade kitchen tool, not another flimsy piece of junk that would leave you disappointed if it were to collapse spilling the fruits of your labor in the kitchen all over the floor. The quality of our tray is why a vast majority of our reviews (146/149 as of the time of writing this answer) give us 5-stars. Another thing that impacts our pricing are the fees that Amazon charges to fulfill the orders through the Amazon Prime program. For each one-pack sold, Amazon charges us the seller nearly $8 to fulfill that order. This is due to the size and weight of the tray but means that nearly half the cost of the tray goes to Amazon. We are a small family company that just sells Souper Cubes®. As we continue to grow and reap the benefits of scale and higher manufacturing and shipping volumes, some of our costs will come down and we will be able to pass the savings along to our customers. Thank you for your interest in Souper Cubes®, you wont be disappointed with your purchase, just read the reviews.

It’s an American company that designed and owns the product. It’s not out small business fault that China can mass prosuce their product at a less expensive price making it more affordable for consumers. Punish the government, not our small businesses.

How do these trays fare with expansion when things with a high water content (like broth) are frozen?

The trays have markings for measurement. If you fill to mark, the covers leave enough room for expansion. I’ve used them for several months without any issue. I love them!

Product dimensions	30.5L x 15.2W x 12.7H centimetres
Special feature	microwave_safe
Container Shape	Square
Closure type	Snap
Dishwasher safe?	Yes
Material Type Free	BPA Free, Lead Phthalate PVC PTFE Free
Item package quantity	2
Item weight	2 Pounds
Product care instructions	Dishwasher Safe
Item volume	500 Millilitres
Unit count	2 count
Is microwaveable	Yes
Item form	Lidded Square Container
Manufacturer	Souper Products LLC
Number of items	4
Size	2-Pack
UPC	860489000942
Part Number	8541888003
Item model number	FT-4X1-AQ-LD-2
Shape	Square
Number of Pieces	4
Certification	LFGB
Special Features	microwave_safe
Included Components	Trays, Lids
Batteries included?	No
Batteries Required?	No
Item Weight	907 g

Souper Cubes 1 Cup Silicone Freezer Tray With Lid - Easy Meal Prep Container and Kitchen Storage Solution - Silicone Molds for Soup and Food Storage - Aqua - 2-Pack

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