Purchased this a few weeks ago, black foreign body in clear plastic jug, and no filling hole in lid; meaning lid has to be removed to fill.  Also due to differential expansion of clear jug and white plastic lid it is very difficult to remove the lid in order to refill the jug as the plstic expands more than the jug!  As the lid fits so tight it has to be prized off with a knife under the edge - meaning ti could break at any time.  Have subsequently read reviews others have posted about this item and them experience the same fault with the lid.  Would like to think that Britta will provide free of charge replacement lid when required.