1. Plastic lunch box and food safety
Plastic lunch boxes are very popular in the market because of their lightness and economical characteristics. However, not all plastic lunch boxes are completely safe. Some low-quality plastic materials may contain harmful substances such as BPA (dichlorobenzene), which is a potential endocrine disruptor that may have adverse effects on human health.
Safety tips:
·Choose a plastic lunch box with food grade and clear safety signs
·Avoid heating the plastic lunch box in a microwave oven
2. Glass lunch box and food safety
Glass material itself does not contain harmful substances such as BPA and fully meets food safety standards. Since glass lunch boxes are not easy to absorb odors and pigments, they can effectively maintain the original flavor of food.
Safety advantages:
·BPA-free, non-toxic and harmless
·High temperature resistant, suitable for storing hot food
·Easy to clean, not easy to absorb odors
3. Stainless steel lunch box and food safety
Stainless steel lunch boxes also perform well in terms of food safety. They do not contain harmful chemicals and are not easy to react with food, so they can effectively maintain the original flavor and nutrition of food. Stainless steel is not only durable, but also has good antibacterial properties, which can reduce bacterial growth.
Safety advantages:
· Does not contain harmful substances and meets food safety requirements
· Durable and easy to clean
· Does not react with food and keeps the original flavor of food
How to choose a safe lunch box?
When choosing a lunch box, the most important thing to consider is the food safety of the material. Glass and stainless steel lunch boxes are relatively safe choices due to their harmless materials and high temperature resistance. For plastic lunch boxes, consumers should choose products marked "BPA-Free" and meet food grade standards, and avoid using inferior plastic containers.
