Is polypropylene safe

Plastics seem to be unhealthy in everyone's mind. For example, it is best not to drink mineral water that has been exposed to the sun, and plastic takeout boxes should not be heated at high temperatures.But the matter of plastic being toxic is a bit complicated. Plastic products are not necessarily toxic. Food-grade plastic products are non-toxic. Many bottles used by babies are made of food-grade plastic.So can PP material be used to hold food? Is it harmful to the human body? Are PP food containers safe?

Pp plastic, also called polypropylene, has many advantages, making it an ideal food material.First of all, it is non-toxic and harmless and will not cause any negative effects on human health.Secondly, polypropylene has good chemical stability and can resist the erosion of acids, alkalis, grease and other food ingredients, ensuring the safe storage and preservation of food.In addition, polypropylene also has excellent high temperature resistance and can withstand high-temperature hot food or cooking without producing harmful substances.

In addition, laboratory data shows that this material itself is not harmful to the human body. Tableware made of food-grade pp material is non-toxic and harmless, and can be used to hold food with confidence.At the same time, food-grade PP tableware has good heat resistance, with a melting point between 164-170 degrees. It will not produce toxic substances at high temperatures. Therefore, food-grade PP tableware can be boiled and sterilized in water, and it is not easy to use for a long time at a temperature of 100 degrees. Deformation occurs.

For the manufacturing needs of food packaging, food containers and food contact equipment, choosing polypropylene is a wise choice.It not only meets food safety requirements, but also has high physical strength and durability, and can withstand the pressure of use in different scenarios.Whether used in homes or commercial settings, polypropylene products maintain high quality and long-lasting durability.

However, whether pp food containers are safe depends on the material. Not all pp food containers are made of food-grade materials.In order to save costs, some unscrupulous manufacturers add some unqualified ingredients during production, causing food containers to decompose harmful substances during use.

If we want to identify food-grade PP containers, we can refer to the following methods:

1. Check for the triangle mark on the bottom of the container: There is usually a triangle mark on the bottom of the container with a number inside.The number 5 represents PP material, that is, polypropylene. This mark indicates that the container is made of food-grade PP and can be used to store and heat food.

2. Pay attention to other markings on the container: Some containers will also have other markings, such as "FDA" or "Food Safe", etc.These all mean that the container is food grade.

3. Observe the appearance of the container: Food-grade PP containers are white in color, have a smooth surface, and have a certain degree of toughness and hardness.Unqualified PP containers are darker in color, may contain impurities, and have rough surface textures.

4. Smell the smell of the container: You can initially judge whether it is food grade PP by smelling the smell of the container.Food-grade PP containers usually have no odor or only a slight plastic smell. If you smell a strong pungent or toxic odor, the container may not be food grade.

5. Heating containers: You can heat food-grade PP containers in a microwave oven to see if they will deform or release harmful substances.If the container does not deform or release harmful substances after heating, it is food grade.

In general, when choosing food-grade PP containers, you should pay attention to the container's logo, appearance, smell, heat resistance and other characteristics to ensure that you choose a safe and reliable food container.

Food-grade polypropylene produced by Hanwha TotalEnergies is a polypropylene material that meets food safety standards and is widely used in the manufacture of food packaging, tableware, containers and other food-contact items.

Hanwha TotalEnergies's food-grade polypropylene has the following characteristics:

1. Comply with food safety standards: Hanwha TotalEnergies's food-grade polypropylene complies with international food safety standards, such as FDA (U.S. Food and Drug Administration) and EU (European Union) standards. This means that it will not release harmful substances during use and will not cause harm to people's health.

2. High hygienic performance: Since polypropylene itself has good chemical stability and corrosion resistance, Hanwha TotalEnergies's food-grade polypropylene has high hygienic performance. It is not easy to absorb bacteria and dirt, is easy to clean and disinfect, and can keep items hygienic and safe.

3. Good processing properties: Polypropylene is an easy-to-process plastic material with good thermoplasticity and fluidity. Hanwha TotalEnergies's food-grade polypropylene has good processing properties and can be processed by various processing techniques such as injection molding, blow molding, and extrusion, making it easy to manufacture products of various shapes and sizes.

4. Wide range of uses: Because Hanwha TotalEnergies's food-grade polypropylene has the above characteristics, it is widely used in the manufacturing of food packaging, tableware, containers and other items that come into contact with food. For example, food bags, plastic bottles, dinner plates, water cups, can lids, etc., can also be used in other fields such as medical supplies, building materials, and auto parts.

Qingdao Prime Union Trading is Hanwha TotalEnergies's direct agent. It has been an agent for Hanwha TotalEnergies's PP materials since 2002. The materials are imported directly from South Korea. The company is registered in the Qingdao Bonded Port Zone and has the right to operate import and export operations. It can conduct intra-area re-export trade, customs manual trade (customs supervision), US dollar general trade, etc. We have 4 self-owned warehouses with sufficient supply. At the same time, the Brother company Qingdao primetech Plastic is an experienced modification factory with 16 years of experience and can provide one-stop service for plastic modification, dyeing, and injection molding process support. If you have any needs for Hanwha TotalEnergies's food-grade PP, please feel free to call us or leave a message/communicate online.