Item Details & Identification
Manufacturer: Gerber Products Co.
Location: Fremont, Michigan (the birthplace of the Gerber brand).
Markings: The bottom clearly displays the Gerber logo and the zip code 49412. Because zip codes were not introduced in the United States until 1963, this piece definitely dates to the post-1963 era.
Material: It is a molded plastic, likely a durable polyethylene. These were often produced in "baby" colors like this soft pastel blue, as well as pink and yellow.
Historical Context
These bowls were staples in American households from the 1960s through the 1980s. They were often sold as part of a set that included a matching training cup and a small spoon. Because they were inexpensive and functional, many were used until they were worn out or discarded, making well-preserved examples (like yours, which shows typical but minimal surface scratching) a nice find for nostalgia-based collectors.
Collectibility Note
In the world of vintage advertising and kitchenware, these items fall into the "Nostalgia" or "Babyana" categories.
Condition: The clarity of the molded text on the bottom is a plus.