Food Grade Silicone

In modern life, food safety and health have become the focus of people's attention. In this field, food-grade silicone undoubtedly plays an indispensable role. So, what is food-grade silicone? Simply put, it is a specially treated silicone that meets food contact safety standards.

Is food-grade silicone safe? Food-grade silicone is usually made of a special silicone that is non-toxic, odorless, and heat-resistant and can be mixed directly with food and materials without any effect on the human body. It can be approved by the FDA standard in the United States or the LFGB standard in Europe and is considered non-toxic. Therefore, it can be safely used to make products that are directly in contact with food, such as baby pacifiers. Food-grade silicone has excellent properties, such as environmentally friendly, non-toxic, odorless, and biodegradable; soft and flexible, resistant to kinking and not deformed; as well as resistant to high and low temperatures with long service life. Therefore, food-grade silicone products have higher safety and better product texture and are mainly used in silicone products needed for life, food molds, silicone tableware, silicone insurance molds, and so on.

Usage scenario of food-grade silicone products

Food-grade silicone is widely used in food processing, cooking, baking, and other fields. For example, food-grade silicone tubing is commonly used for conveying hot liquids or food; food-grade silicone lubricant ensures the smooth operation of mechanical parts. Food-grade silicone spray is mainly used in food processing and handling applications. It forms a colorless, odorless, non-contaminating film that effectively lubricates and protects more metals and non-metals. Food-grade silicone sealant is a specialized adhesive for food processing and packaging.

Some notes about food-grade silicone

Firstly, when using silicone products, don't come into contact with sharp things to avoid cutting. Secondly, don't put it in a place of fire and high heat; it is easy to burn. Thirdly, don't use heavy objects to accumulate pressure or zigzag. Fourthly, in the process of use, users need to clean up. People can use dry cleaning and wipe with a dust-free cloth, and it can also be directly in warm water to clean and dry after placing it in a ventilated place. Last but not least, some stains can be cleaned with toothpaste is also possible.

In order to ensure the service life of food-grade silicone, it is recommended to clean and sterilize it regularly. When purchasing food-grade silicone products, firstly, choose regular channels to ensure the quality and safety of the products. Secondly, check the production date, shelf life and relevant quality certifications of the product. Finally, choose the right product model and specification according to actual needs.