Utensils, Materials you can use in microwave oven

CAUTION

Personal Injury Hazard

Tightly-closed utensils could explode. Closed containers should be opened and plastic pouches should be pierced before cooking.

UTENSILS

See the instructions on "Materials you can use in microwave oven or to be avoided in microwave oven." There may be certain non-metallic utensils that are not safe to use for microwaving. If in doubt, you can test the utensil in question following the procedure below.

Utensil Test:

1.Fill a microwave-safe container with 1 cup of cold water (250ml) along with the utensil in question.

2.Cook on maximum power for 1 minute.

3.Carefully feel the utensil. If the empty utensil is warm, do not use it for microwave cooking.

4.Do not exceed 1 minute cooking time.

Materials you can use in microwave oven

Utensils Remarks

Aluminum foil	Shielding only. Small smooth pieces can be used to cover thin parts of
	meat or poultry to prevent overcooking. Arcing can occur if foil is too
	close to oven walls. The foil should be at least 1 inch (2.5cm) away from
	oven walls.
Browning dish	Follow manufacturer’s instructions. The bottom of browning dish must be
	at least 3/16 inch (5mm) above the turntable. Incorrect usage may cause
	the turntable to break.
Dinnerware	Microwave-safe only. Follow manufacturer's instructions. Do not use
	cracked or chipped dishes.
Glass jars	Always remove lid. Use only to heat food until just warm. Most glass jars
	are not heat resistant and may break.
Glassware	Heat-resistant oven glassware only. Make sure there is no metallic trim.
	Do not use cracked or chipped dishes.
Oven cooking	Follow manufacturer’s instructions. Do not close with metal tie. Make
bags	slits to allow steam to escape.
Paper plates	Use for short–term cooking/warming only. Do not leave oven unattended
and cups	while cooking.
Paper towels	Use to cover food for reheating and absorbing fat. Use with supervision
	for a short-term cooking only.
Parchment	Use as a cover to prevent splattering or a wrap for steaming.
paper
Plastic	Microwave-safe only. Follow the manufacturer’s instructions. Should be
	labeled "Microwave Safe". Some plastic containers soften, as the food
	inside gets hot. "Boiling bags" and tightly closed plastic bags should be
	slit, pierced or vented as directed by package.
Plastic wrap	Microwave-safe only. Use to cover food during cooking to retain
	moisture. Do not allow plastic wrap to touch food.
Thermometers	Microwave-safe only (meat and candy thermometers).
Wax paper	Use as a cover to prevent splattering and retain moisture.