What Should We Know Before Using Silicone Kitchenware?

Silicone kitchenware gain widespread popularity in the entire kitchenware market as its useful features such as safety, heat resistance, easy to clean and etc. However, many people still do not know what should be paid attention to before using it. In this article, we will should you the related information and clear up your doubt.

1. Silicone kitchen tools should be disinfected before use

If it is a silicone product just purchased from the market, whether it be a kitchen utensil or a gift, it's important to note that there may be some invisible dust on the surface due to the silicone's natural tendency to attract impurities, dust, and ions in the air. For silicone kitchen utensils, it's best to disinfect them with high-temperature hot water before use. For other silicone products, simply clean them with water. When it comes to high-temperature production or baking with silicone cake molds, it's recommended to apply a small amount of food oil or butter to the surface beforehand to prevent any changes due to local overheating. If you're using a multi-position silicone cake mold, adding a small amount of cold water to the empty sections of the mold will ensure even temperature distribution and prevent any deformation due to high temperature.

2. Cleaning of silicone kitchen tools before use

Most silicone kitchen tools come with an instruction manual or introduction document. In the case of silicone kitchen utensils, the disinfection step is the most important. When cleaning, you can simply use household cleaners and sterilize by boiling the utensils in water under high-temperature conditions. Finally, Rinse them in clean water and let them dry in a well-ventilated area or store them in a cabinet to avoid dust buildup.

3. Matters needing attention when using silicone kitchen tools for baking cake molds

When using silicone cake molds and other silicone baking tools in the oven, it's important to follow the product instructions to avoid any issues. If there isn't an instruction manual, keep in mind that silicone kitchen products are generally able to withstand high temperatures. However, it's important to place the kitchenware in the oven carefully, making sure not to position it too close to the heating tube. This will help prevent local temperature from getting too high and potentially damaging the silicone kitchen products.