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The supermarket shelves are packed with these different types of bowls that look quite tempting but can be tremendously harmful. The following are three types of bowls you need to avoid:
1. Low-Quality Melamine Bowls
(1) Materials and Hazards
In appearance, melamine bowls resemble ceramic. They are light and not too breakable. Low-Quality melamine bowls are manufactured to look like ceramic. Urea-formaldehyde resin is used as a base for low-grade melamine bowls, and under high temperatures, they may release harmful formaldehyde. Therefore, usage of these bowls for serve-hot dishes may cause chronic health problems to the likes of the respiratory as well as the digestive systems and some may also end up with cancer, in some cases worse are children, pregnant women, and the elderly.
(2) How to Identify
- First, observe the surface of the bowl. High-grade melamine bowls are smooth and of even texture and vibrant pure colors. The lower-grade melamine bowls will most likely contain flaws, bubbles, or uneven coloring.
- Secondly, smell the bowl. Genuine melamine bowls have no odor at all; a strong smell indicates a low-quality product. Soak the bowl in hot water or put it in the microwave for a short time (remember: even true melamine bowls are not for prolonged use at high temperatures). If it gives a strong, unpleasant smell, do not buy it.
2. Brightly Colored Glazed Bowls
(1) Potential Hazards.
Brightly colored glazes may contain heavy metals, which can cause neurological as well as kidney damage and developmental problems in children.
(2) Testing for Quality
- With beautifully designed and vividly colored glazed bowls, go by the brightness of such colors and feel. If the colors are too bright and the pattern seems to be raised or uneven, the bowl may contain heavy metal.
- Rub the glaze lightly with your finger. If the color comes off, it is a sign of poor-quality glazes and therefore a possible risk.
- Choose bowls with either underglaze or in-glaze decorating, as such options involve applying glaze beneath the ceramic surface, making them much safer.
3. Unmarked Plastic Bowls
(1) Safety Hazards
Any plastic bowl that is not clearly labeled poses enormous safety risks because it may leach chemicals such as BPA and phthalates that may be harmful to reproductive health, especially when heated or submerged in acidic food.
(2) Identifying them
- Whenever you are to purchase plastic bowls, always check whatever is written on the labeling of the packaging. Make sure you identify the manufacturer’s name, address, contact person, and compliance to specified safety standards.
- Check on the material identification too; polypropylene (PP) and polyethylene (PE) are relative safe materials to work with. Steer clear from bowls that do not specify the material from which they were made.
- Observe the bowl itself. High-quality plastic bowls have a smooth finish, an even sheen, and no bad odour. They must be free from cracks or deformities.
Safety takes precedence over appearance when it comes to bowls. For a truly safe and reliable shelving system, have bowls made with aço inoxidável, which is non-toxic, deteriorates little or no in the way of corrosion, and does not corrode or give out potentially toxic materials to food in contact with other new corrosion. Stainless steel also comes off strong e easy to clean, and it’s environmentally safe e good.
For safety and quality, ALLNICE taças em aço inoxidável are our recommendation. The ALLNICE utensílios de cozinha are made from premier-grade materials designed to meet the highest safety standards. ALLNICE will keep your kitchen healthy and stylish. Quality and safety guaranteed, choose ALLNICE.