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Is it safe to use plastic containers / Styrofoam in microwave oven?

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Only use plastic containers that are labelled as microwave-safe for microwave cooking or reheating. Do not use the container in a microwave oven if you are in doubt or unable to find the manufacturer's instructions for microwave use. When manufacturers design a plastic packaging, they will take into consideration the type of food and its contact time with the packaging, and the amount of heat to which the plastic will be subjected. It is therefore crucial that consumers do not use packaging materials in an unintended or unanticipated manner. See our Food Safety Tips for more information on safe food practices.

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