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Moreover, is all polyethylene BPA free?
PET: polyethylene terephthalate While it is generally considered a “safe"plastic, and does not contain BPA, in the presence of heatit can leach antimony, a toxic metalloid, into food andbeverages, which can cause vomiting, diarrhea and stomachulcers.
Also asked, is polypropylene toxic to humans?
Plastics #5 Polypropylene (PP) is considered tobe the safest of all plastics, this is a robust plastic that isheat resistant. Because of its high heat tolerance,Polypropylene is unlikely to leach even when exposed to warmor hot water. This plastic is approved for use with food andbeverage storage.
Plastic #5 - Polypropylene (PP) isa thermoplastic polymer. It is strong, tough, has a high resistanceto heat and acts as a barrier to moisture. Most PP aremicrowavable safe and dishwasher safe. NOTE:microwavable/dishwasher safe only means that theplastic will not warp when heated.