I use a product called 5 Star Saniclean to sanitize my mason jars before filling with tobacco for long term storage. It is an acid (mild) that sanitizes quickly, is easy to use, and quicker than any other method I have seen. Mix it with tap water in a bucket or sink, wait one minute, rinse each jar and let air dry on a clean surface. I let them dry on a bottle rack I use in beer making. If one is filling a lot of jars (I often do 48 or more at a time) this method is really reliable and quick.
Some say the jars are clean enough as they come but I like the peace of mind in knowing my jars are free from anything that may ruin my tobacco that will be stored for years.
Some say the jars are clean enough as they come but I like the peace of mind in knowing my jars are free from anything that may ruin my tobacco that will be stored for years.