Nalgene Water Bottle

Nalgene is an iconic brand originally founded in Rochester, New York, in 1949 by chemist Emanuel Goldberg. Initially, the company focused on producing laboratory equipment like centrifuge tubes and filter units. In the 1970s, the brand gained a cult following among outdoor enthusiasts who began using the leak-proof, durable lab bottles for backcountry hiking and camping.

Today, Nalgene is a subsidiary of Thermo Fisher Scientific, a global leader in serving science. Despite its corporate ownership, Nalgene famously continues to manufacture its primary line of reusable water bottles in the United States. The brand is widely recognized for its commitment to sustainability, durability, and for sparking the movement toward reusable hydration containers.