Do not recommend this pitcher. To start with there is a very thick, noticeable seam.  Also the rounded lid is not solid - I rinsed, not submerged it before the first use of my container and water got up into it and there is such a tiny hole I can't shake it out.  Not sure if this hole was suppose to be sealed but I am very disppointed. Also, the lid does not fit on the container without the infusion piece.