Are some parts of this plastic? Orka Multi Steamer. Oven-safe? Are all the parts made of silicone? In the photo of the green-color version, it appears as if 2 of the parts are made of shiny translucent plastic. Is that true? The "Product Features" section has inconsistent information (as of Dec.23,2009). One line includes the phrase "intended for micowave use only". However, the very next line says "Safe for oven . . ." Are some parts of this plastic? Orka Multi Steamer. Oven-safe? Are all the parts made of silicone? In the photo of the green-color version, it appears as if 2 of the parts are made of shiny... » Read More Are some parts of this plastic? Orka Multi Steamer. Oven-safe? Are all the parts made of silicone? In the photo of the green-color version, it appears as if 2 of the parts are made of shiny translucent plastic. Is that true? The "Product Features" section has inconsistent information (as of Dec.23,2009). One line includes the phrase "intended for micowave use only". However, the very next line says "Safe for oven . . ." « Show Less
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Hi Cynthia, I know that the smaller Okra steamers are oven safe, (the 27 oz for example) because I purchased the smaller 20 oz one and it says oven proof to __. (aprox 400 degrees) I am trying to figure out what is the advantage of the "multi" steamer product compared to regular okra steamers, as there is not much info in the details here on amazon for some reason. (Hello, Okra?! We are intrigued with your product, but you need to tell us more!)
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Hey Eileen- I'm not sure exactly which aspect of 'safe' you're looking for but i baked a plate that i had drawn on with an oil based sharpie- the only issue i had was that the deaign came out kind of speckled but since it was uniform throughout the design it was kinda cool, i haven't tried it again to see if it was a fluke or not- i've read that using the oil sharpies then baking makes the plates food & dishwasher safe- i don't know how true that is, but i've read it several places. I found your question because i'm making wine glasses tomorrow- some places say bake them & one said the heat will cause it to break-- i guess i'll find out tomorrow!! I hope this helped!
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good question plastics worry me sometimes hot liquid and any plastic doesn't seem like a healthy idea even if it is sosingly heat safe, I'd ask who makes this and what tests have been done on this type of plastic to ensure safety.
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I don't think that Silicone bakeware has any plastic. Here is an article about this. http://www.ebay.com/gds/What-you-need-to-know-about-BPA-Baby-Products-/10000000017387247/g.html
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I wrote to Chicago Metallic and asked this question. This is the response I got.On 11 Nov 2014, at 10:58, FPGI Customer Care <customercare@focuspg.com> wrote:Hello,I'm sorry, but it is a cooling rack and cannot be used for baking.Sincerely,MaggieCustomer CareFocus Products Group International, LLCPhone: 866-290-1851Fax: 224-513-2434I told them that I thought their Product Description is a bit ambiguous "easy release for ease in baking and cleaning." and was told that this description is Amazon's doing. I am not sure I agree with this since Chicago Metallic is listed as the seller...however, I think you should think twice about putting this rack in the oven. I wrote to Chicago Metallic and asked this question. This is the response I got.On 11 Nov 2014, at 10:58, FPGI Customer Care <customercare@focuspg.com> wrote:Hello,I'm sorry, but it is a cooling rack and cannot be used for baking.Sincerely,MaggieCustomer CareFocus Products Group International, LLCPhone: 866-290-1851Fax: 224-513-2434I told them that I thought their Product Description is a bit ambiguous "easy release for ease in baking and cleaning." and was told that this description is... » Read More I wrote to Chicago Metallic and asked this question. This is the response I got.On 11 Nov 2014, at 10:58, FPGI Customer Care <customercare@focuspg.com> wrote:Hello,I'm sorry, but it is a cooling rack and cannot be used for baking.Sincerely,MaggieCustomer CareFocus Products Group International, LLCPhone: 866-290-1851Fax: 224-513-2434I told them that I thought their Product Description is a bit ambiguous "easy release for ease in baking and cleaning." and was told that this description is Amazon's doing. I am not sure I agree with this since Chicago Metallic is listed as the seller...however, I think you should think twice about putting this rack in the oven. « Show Less
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If you order a set with phenolic (plastic handles) oven use is safe up to 350, but with full silicone handles it is oven safe up to 450. Hope this helps. In checking out the set I have to give as a gift, the handles feel like they are rubber or possibly silicone, I will check further. Hope these responses help.
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Hello- I returned the Magic Chef I bought on Amazon because the thing you push to open the door got stuck and would not pop back out. The entire oven is plastic and very flimsy--just like that plastic junk that you often see thrown out in lower income neighborhoods! I ended up buying a Magic Chef at Home Depot that is metal, looks better, slightly bigger, and about the same price as the Amazon one, which came from a Walmart store.
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The material is definitely not the oder-like like Teflon material which was deemed to be a hazard. So far, our liner has not been any problem with multiple use. We use plastic and wooden utensils. Ism sure if you google the manufacture website and contact them you could obtain the exact name of the liner material. So far, it's been a wonderful multi use appliance.
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I also hate having anything hot in plastic as well. However, it is plastic inside and out, with the exception of the blades and heat coil. The manual does not specify whether it's BPA--free or not, but it says that the body is made of: ABS, PP. You could contact LGLivart website to ask them. The hot slurry is only in there for 30 minutes before it beeps to empty the unit, though.
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Hi Lee: The silicone baking mat is manufactured with a silicone coating over a fiberglass core. The fiberglass is what allows cooking to the high temperatures evenly. The silicone is what makes it flexible and so that your baked and cooked items don't require oil and don't stick. This process is FDA approved. To cut the mat would destroy these properties. I hope this helps...Deb at HC Essentials.
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Carolyn, I suspect I know why you are asking the question. According to my research, this product is made of PTFE, best known as the much debated Teflon. I really don't use my oven very much for baking food that I worry will cause spills; but I like to have this liner available for use when I do. I used to use aluminum foil and keep it in place; but in my oven, it seems to affect how some foods bake. This mat is easy enough to use just when I need it and it has no impact on my oven's performance. Hope this helps.
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Only stated as Dishwasher- and microwave-safe - Dansk usually says if it is safe for oven/broiler... They don't say that about this piece.
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This plastic doesn't need BPA, but it has some horrible endocrine disrupters. Its the additives in the plastic to make it heat resistant. There's also a gasket around the stainless steel heating plate. I have no idea what that is made out of. Perhaps silicone??? but even then, silicone is not safe!!! google siloxanes!Then choose your poison if you want hot water conveniently. You could get a glass water kettle and heated on the stove, or in the microwave... Nothing is perfect!!!
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The sistema company told me he products are meant to 'heat up' rather than 'cook'. It seems that food getting too hot will cause a problem with the interior plastic. I've bought a lot of their products, too- I use them with caution now. QVC made them seem flawless and indestructible! I also hand wash them.
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to Markmurto, have you adapted NuWave recipes to this oven? I have the Oyama arriving tomorrow, since it is non-halgen and supposedly short on recipes and all the cookbooks for this type oven are halogen inspred, I'm thinking I'll be "creatively adapting" all my regular cooking times/temps with this oven. I did not want halogen because of burnt/exploding bulb/burnt socket issues I've read with the halogens. Any answer from you (or others) is appreciated, thank you!
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I honestly do not know if this is made from a food safe plastic. We used the 5 or 7 gallon plastic jugs to shower or dishes, brushing teeth etc. and I am not sure if they are "food safe". The water we use to rinse dishes is, more than likely, not hot enough to "off gas". showering is a different story, the pressure definitely does not equal the pressure we have at our permanant residence, but for a quick camp shower it is a dream. You may want to contact the manufacturer for and "food safe" concerns. I can check on the plastic number next time we go to camp I will check but realisticaly, with they way this unit is set up, I doubt that I will find any. I honestly do not know if this is made from a food safe plastic. We used the 5 or 7 gallon plastic jugs to shower or dishes, brushing teeth etc. and I am not sure if they are "food safe". The water we use to rinse dishes is, more than likely, not hot enough to "off gas". showering is a different story, the pressure definitely does not equal the pressure we have at our permanant residence, but for a quick camp shower it is a dream. You may want to contact the manufacturer for and "food safe" concerns. I can check on the plastic number next time we go to camp I... » Read More I honestly do not know if this is made from a food safe plastic. We used the 5 or 7 gallon plastic jugs to shower or dishes, brushing teeth etc. and I am not sure if they are "food safe". The water we use to rinse dishes is, more than likely, not hot enough to "off gas". showering is a different story, the pressure definitely does not equal the pressure we have at our permanant residence, but for a quick camp shower it is a dream. You may want to contact the manufacturer for and "food safe" concerns. I can check on the plastic number next time we go to camp I will check but realisticaly, with they way this unit is set up, I doubt that I will find any. « Show Less
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It is plastic but the Nordicware website apparently says it is the BPA free type good plastic. Also it does not heat up a lot even with over 5 minutes of continuous microwaving. Quite safe to handle even when relatively hot since the handle part does not heat up too much (it is a really good plastic since it conducts heat poorly so the entire pot is not hot even though the rice inside is steaming!) I hope that answers your question in relation to the consequences of the material.