What about the chemicals from the plastic bags being transferred to the food due to heat and moisture? Lots to say it does-anything to say it doesn't?
227131
This is a question about sous vide, not Nomiku. Either way, it is just a case of ensuring you use food-safe bags or vacuum packs. And a little bit of common sense to NOT use any toxic plastics in a hot sous-vide. As would be the case in any type of food preparation :-)
227132
No longer a problem with current food storage bags. Use ziplock freezer bags, they are designed for long term food storeage and are stable at sous vide temps.
227133
100% safe. Here's a good place to start: http://www.nomiku.com/support/faq/is-it-safe-to-cook-in-plastic/
390423
I would not put any plastic bag in the microwave and heat ingredients in it. Its best to heat the chocolate then put it in the bag.
2267571
I contacted the manufacturer, and they said that it was without BPA, but you know how THAT goes. They indicated that ALL of their "food handling/prep. items were without BPA...
1047993
I think that any hot liquid that comes into contact with plastic would be the cause for the release of some of the polymers to be released into the food material. I am a maple producer in Vt and we no longer sell our syrup in plastic... glass only.
218953
I don't think it has quite as strong an effect as with other stuff in the frig but it still works there. Also if stuff is in plastic bags I don't think it works quite as well because the ozone air isn't getting to the veggies. I am still trying to get past my 'old' way of doing things.
421580
I'm sorry to hear that. Mine didn't smell like burnt plastic bags. It's probably because individuals have a different keen sense of smell than others or perhaps your package made it through a hellish journey to get to you. We would never know.
1697726
I actually don't know. And though I am concerned about BPA and other chemicals in my food, I'm not too concerned here because I won't be heating anything in it and the food will be in the spinner a very short time.
2002183
I boil in bag a lot and have never had a failure with Weston bags. I use all three sizes for pre cooked foods as well as parboiled veggies, and wild game. All heat by boiling very well........As for BPA, I have no information
1888125
The sistema company told me he products are meant to 'heat up' rather than 'cook'. It seems that food getting too hot will cause problems 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.
1280338
I understand your concern, I'm sure you've noticed that these plates are free of Phthalate, BPA, Latex, PVC, Nitrosamine but they don't list "polypropylene" which can leach hormone-disrupting chemicals into the food. You could query the manufacturer but the bottom line is ALL plastic items have the potential to leach chemicals into our food and drink. Sorry I couldn't be of more help.
1078429
I have melted chocolate in the bags but not mething really hot. I don't know if you could hold on to the bag if something were that warm.
1404681
Some of their packages come with the water oven AND the vacuum sealer plus bags. I didn't opt for that as I already had a sealer. The bags are safe for food cooking or else they would not be selling them but I don't know if they are BPA free. Hope this helps. It's a very different method of cooking and I don't use it as often as I should given the investment in dollars!
514307
This probably won't be any help at all but the reality is the plastic itself smells and that it just has to go away with time. If you've washed it and are sure it's clean I'm sure it's safe for your animal food. But I've had mine for two weeks now, placed a large bag of dog food in it and had no issues with the smell...
966226
I believe they are referring to the plastic lid. There is growing concern about heating and storing food in plastic. Chemicals leach into the food and are carcinogenic. If you just leave the lid open when heating water, the steam will escape and not drip back into the pot, thus eliminating the majority of possible contamination. It won't effect the heating process or pose any steam-burn if the unit is set away from skin contact. And thanks for the heads up about the warning - i'll start leaving the lid open on mine now!!
1166533
I like to elevate the plastic containers (5 gal plastic containers) off the floor (especially concrete) with strips of wood. It should be a cool and as dry as possible. If you have packets of food (loose) it is best to place them in 5 gal plastic buckets and seal them up with covers (lids). A steady moderate temperature is best... cooler is better. Any soft packing will need to be protected from bugs and rodents....they will try to chew into the packets. Take care.
268639
Well, the paper is unbleached and it says on box "will not contaminate or alter food," so I would assume so. However, you might have good luck sending email to the manufacturer. I love this product!
429007
Considering the minimal contact time involved between the lids and the food, the fact that BPA is primarily a concern when the material is heated, and the concern about its replacements (primarily BPS) actually being worse, I wouldn't worry about it.