Is It Safe to Microwave Plastic? Answering Common Safety Questions About Plastics Food Packaging
How can we really know food packaging is safe?
Food packaging materials are strictly regulated by FDA, using rigorous scientific standards. The agency regulates the safety of substances added to food, as well as how most food is processed, packaged, and labeled in the United States.
How do we know the plastic used in food packaging is safe and not toxic?
The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) regulates the safety of all plastics currently used in food packaging and food contact materials. A list of these approved substances can be found in FDA’s database.
