Cookware
Microwave-
safe
Disposable polyester
cardboard dishes
Fast-food packaging
• Polystyrene cups
containers
• Paper bags or
newspaper
• Recycled paper or
metal trims
Glassware
• Oven-to-table
ware
• Fine glassware
• Glass jars
Metal
• Dishes
• Freezer bag twist
ties
Paper
• Plates, cups,
napkins and
Kitchen paper
• Recycled paper
Plastic
• Containers
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Comments
Some frozen foods are packaged
✓
in these dishes.
Can be used to warm food.
✓
Overheating may cause the
polystyrene to melt.
May catch fire.
✗
May cause arcing.
✗
Can be used, unless decorated
✓
with a metal trim.
Can be used to warm foods or
✓
liquids. Delicate glass may break or
crack if heated suddenly.
Must remove the lid. Suitable for
✓
warming only.
May cause arcing or fire.
✗
✗
For short cooking times and
✓
warming. Also to absorb excess
moisture.
May cause arcing.
✗
Particularly if heat-resistant
✓
thermoplastic. Some other
plastics may warp or discolour
at high temperatures. Do not use
Melamine plastic.
Cookware
Microwave-
safe
• Cling film
✓
• Freezer bags
✓ ✗
Wax or grease-proof
✓
paper
: Recommended
✓
: Use caution
✓✗
: Unsafe
✗
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Comments
Can be used to retain moisture.
Should not touch the food. Take
care when removing the film as hot
steam will escape.
Only if boilable or oven-proof.
Should not be airtight. Prick with a
fork, if necessary.
Can be used to retain moisture and
prevent spattering.
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