But one existing drawback is that the induction cooker needs its own cookware. However, if you are newcomers, then you still need to buy new dishes - you can immediately for an induction cooker. But how to distinguish it? How to choose cookware for an induction hob? Read on ...

YES guys are now in bulk dishes, for every taste, color and wallet. There are expensive brands like "zepter", and there are a large number of analogues, including Russian manufacturers, by the way, with good quality, they cost adequate money.

Many people think that induction cookware is practically all that is chrome-plated, or contains a double bottom, this is not so! Nowadays, most chrome pots and kettles (about 60%) are not suitable for induction at all. By the way, we had some crockery, with a double bottom and chrome-plated, but the stove refused to work with it.

Now what you need to look at the dishes themselves. By the way, many people do not buy in sets, but collect one pot at a time.

If you are typing on one subject, then be sure to make sure that your dishes support induction. Now the designations are applied to the bottom. There are several basic designations, or rather only two.

This is such a spiral, see the photo

Or such an icon that looks like a daisy, photo

However, eminent manufacturers may not have designations, for example, Tefal's designations are almost always applied to a cardboard box on which the word "induction" is indicated

Also, there may be no designation in the sets of dishes. For example, we bought a set, but there were no markings on the bottom. All information is on the packing box. Also a spiral with an inscription that supports induction.

This is how easy and simple it is to choose cookware for an induction hob.

In conclusion, I would like to say that when buying dishes, choose models with an energy-saving function (there are several layers of the bottom that keep heat, something like a thermos). When you boil such a kettle, it really cools down longer, and much longer. This means that it will need to be heated much less often, and with an electric stove this is very important (less electricity is consumed).

Disposable tableware: benefits and harms

Disposable tableware is very convenient!

Today, many have come to this conclusion, primarily because of the properties that it possesses. Disposable tableware (paper and plastic dishes) does not break, has a low weight, and does not require much space to store it, it is cheaper than glass.

Due to the fact that plastic dishes do not break and are easy to clean, they are sometimes used as reusable dishes, but few people thought about the dangers that come from disposable dishes.

Reputable researchers have concluded that reusable disposable tableware can lead to malignant tumors, general fatigue, and headaches. Allergies, bronchial asthma attacks, even mutagenic changes in the body may appear.

Consumer properties

The consumer properties of disposable tableware are those characteristics of disposable tableware that the consumer most often pays attention to when choosing tableware and which are most important for its use.

• Safety of disposable food and beverage utensils (i.e. it is important that they meet hygiene and medical requirements).
• Aesthetic component: disposable tableware should have an attractive appearance: a variety of colors, the possible presence of patterns, the absence of various kinds of deformations and the presence of foreign materials, etc.
• Characteristics of heat resistance (preservation of temperature and stability of properties when in contact with hot drinks and food).
• Availability of the possibility of application for both cold and hot food and drinks.
• The ability to use disposable dishes for storing food in the refrigerator and for heating or cooking in microwave oven, etc.
• The presence of such a property as frost resistance (for certain categories of disposable tableware).
• Resistant to chemicals such as lye, acids and fats.
• The presence of such a property as thermostaticity (the ability to hold dishes with hot food or drink in your hands and not burn your hands).

• Strength, resistance to deformation.
• Elasticity.
• For items such as knives and forks, their primary properties are to cut and prick without deforming these cutlery.
• Stability.
• Available in a variety of shapes and sizes.
• Disposable tableware should have sufficient capacity, while being compact and light in weight.
• Environmental friendliness and ease of disposal.

Do not eat twice from such plates

Experts say: plates, forks, spoons and cups from polymeric materials cannot be applied more than once.

This even applies to plastic water bottles. It is strictly forbidden to pour milk or alcoholic drinks there - you get a poisonous mixture.

The main rule when choosing disposable tableware is to carefully read the labeling. Each branded product must have a sign showing what the packaging is made of. If there is no marking, then it is better to take care of your health and purchase the product in a glass container.

The PVC (PVC-Polyvinyl Chloride) badge or the number 3 in the triangle at the bottom of the bottle or plastic packaging warns the customer about its toxicity.

In addition to harmless glass containers, there is harmless food grade plastic, which is marked with letters:

• PE (PE)- polyethylene,
• PETF (PET) or PET (PET) - polyethylene terephthalate,
• RR (PP) - polypropylene.
• PS (PS) - means polystyrene (its code is number 6).
• In addition, safety is confirmed by image of a plate and a fork, numbers 05 and 1.

Labeling on disposable tableware - what does it mean?
Not all buyers know what the label means and how they can be used.

	This marking indicates that the cookware is made of polystyrene... It can only be used for cold foods. You should never heat food on them in the microwave. In this case, harmful toxins enter the food. In addition, you should not pour alcoholic beverages into dishes with such markings, since toxic substances are also released in this case. The excreted styrene accumulates in the kidneys and liver and leads to various diseases.
	Plastic with this marking is made from polypropylene... Cookware with this mark can be used for hot drinks and food. Such dishes can withstand up to + 100 ° С. You can drink hot tea and coffee from polypropylene glasses, and heat food in the microwave on plates. You cannot pour alcohol. Toxins - formaldehyde and phenol - are released from the contact of alcohol and polypropylene. Kidneys and liver also suffer from these toxins, but there is still a possibility of going blind.
	The triangle on the package, consisting of three arrows,says that the dishes are made of material recycling raw materials. There are usually numbers inside the triangle. They talk about the type of processing. So if you see 1-19 is plastic, 20-39 - paper and cardboard, 40-49 - metal, 50-59 - wood, 60-69 - fabric and textiles, 70-79 - glass.
	Drawn on the packaging sign "glass - fork" means that the dishes are suitable for any dishes, including the first (hot) ones. If the badge is applied to the packaging in this form, then the products can even be stored in such dishes. And here if such an icon is underlined, plastic products not intended for contact with food.

Dangerous plastic

We often underestimate the danger it can pose to our health. It turns out that there is a relatively safe and dangerous plastic. Since we still have no way out, we should take care of choosing the lesser evil. Certain types of plastic are really dangerous.

Information about the material used in the manufacture of the package is located on its bottom in the form of a graphic symbol consisting of three arrows forming a triangle. In the middle of the triangle there are numbers from 1 to 7, indicating the type of material from which the packaging is made.

What are these numbers?

1 - PET (PET)

This plastic is mainly used in the production of disposable beverage containers. Typical PET packaging is mineral water bottles. Such packaging, even after thorough cleaning, can release toxic chemicals when reused. Never reuse this kind of material.

2 - HDPE (LDPE)

Polyethylene low pressure (high density) is used for the production of semi-rigid containers, it is one of the safest plastics, can be reused.

3 - PCV (PVC)

Polyvinyl chloride is very often used, for example, in the production of packaging films for food products... PVC is hazardous to health and can release toxins. When PVC burns, it produces very hazardous chemicals known as dioxins, which are often more hazardous than potassium cyanide.

4 - LDPE (HDPE)

Polyethylene high pressure (low density) used to make many types of packaging (such as plastic bags) is considered recyclable and safer than many other plastics, but not as safe as plastics 2 and 5.

5 - PP (PP)

Reusable polypropylene is often found as a material for food containers. It belongs to the group of the safest plastics along with material 2 (HDPE).

6 - PS (PS)

Polystyrene is well known as a foam. PS releases toxins and should not be used as food packaging. It is also rarely used for this purpose due to its lower chemical resistance to polyethylene, but is present, for example, in lids for disposable coffee cups.

7 - OTHER

Never reuse plastic products marked with the number 7. This group includes many types of harmful chemical substances, including the very toxic bisphenol A (BPA), which can contribute to schizophrenia, depression or Alzheimer's disease. In addition, eating foods that come into contact with BPA can lead to nervous and endocrine disorders, and even cancer. Never use these products in microwave ovens that will penetrate the bisphenol A deeper into food.

Most often it occurs in:

In order to avoid poisoning from packaged food, you should take into account simple nuances.

First of all, it should be remembered that disposable tableware is disposable.

Currently, plastic is an integral part of our life, and it will not be possible to get rid of it quickly in the kitchen. But you can try to minimize the harmful effects of plastic on our health. For this:

1. Use only plastics marked with 2 (HDPE) and 5 (PP) to store food.

2. Do not use plastic of other categories for storage of food, but give it for recycling. Do not reuse PET bottles or reheat food in the microwave oven in the food trays you bought it from (unless the packaging indicates they are suitable for this purpose).

2. Do not reheat food in the microwave oven in packages containing bisphenol (group 7), do not pour hot liquids into them, or do not wash in the dishwasher.

3. Use all plastic containers in accordance with the instructions on them (recommendations for temperature, use of the dishwasher, etc.).

4. Do not buy mineral water in plastic containers that have been exposed to the sun, but it is best to buy drinks (including milk, kefir, yogurt) in glass containers.

Disposable packaging and dishes are designed to be used once. Leaving them in reserve for storing other products is not worth it.
After use, the thin protective layer on the plastic breaks down and cannot be reused.

Always pay attention to the appearance of the package, its integrity, the legibility of the inscription, the expiration date.

Principle 1. Disposable tableware can be used strictly as intended
Each type of disposable tableware contains an indication of what it is intended for: cold, hot, cold drinks, alcohol, etc. If a hot drink is poured into a glass intended for a cold one, the plastic begins to release toxic substances.

Principle 2. Never leave a product in open bank even in the refrigerator. Either buy a smaller package or close tightly.

Principle 3. Do not store any products in disposable dishes, especially in used ones.
After using disposable tableware, the protective layer is destroyed, and when food is stored in it, for example, sugar, toxic substances pass into the product.

Principle 4. It is better not to take meat and cheese in the package

Principle 5. Plastic dishes are not intended for ethanol-containing substances - alcohol.
Ethanol is a corrosive solvent. Toxic substances in plastic begin to dissolve and enter the drink.

Principle 6. The best option for disposable tableware is paper.

Principle 7. Often melamine is a part of plastic dishes, which is especially abundant bright multi-colored tablewareintended for children. In its normal state, it is not dangerous, but if you put something hot on a plate, the medanin begins to release toxins that enter the human body with food.
Paper is cellulose. Even if its particles enter the body, nothing terrible will happen.

Plastic bottles impair potency

While disposable cups are usually thrown away, handy plastic bottles are often left over.

In them in no way you can't pour milk, since fats in it are capable of dissolving some polymers, alcoholic drinks, kvass, compote. Polymers tend to "age" under the influence of ultraviolet radiation, high temperatures, therefore, over time, they begin to emit substances harmful to humans.

Scientists from the HSPH Department of Epidemiology and Harvard Medical School have concluded that plastic bottles are not as harmless to health as is commonly believed.

Constant consumption of drinks from plastic bottles It increases the content of the chemical bisphenol A, which affects sex hormones, by more than two-thirds, says assistant professor Karin H. Michels.

This substance, which itself resembles the female hormone estrogen, is used in the manufacture of food and beverage containers and jars, as well as baby bottles. The study showed that the urine content of BPA in subjects who drank all drinks from plastic bottles within a week increased by 69.

The heating of plastic bottles, which parents do when they want to warm milk for their babies, causes the chemical to enter the liquid contents in dangerous quantities. "This is worrying because children may be especially susceptible to bisphenol A, which can disrupt hormonal glands," Michels said. Previous research has shown that high consumption of bisphenol A leads to birth defects, growth problems and an increased risk of heart disease and diabetes, the article notes.

So that housewives do not have to delve into the characteristics of the material and memorize its properties every time, buying new dishes, manufacturers have developed a whole "alphabet" of pictograms that are understandable at a visual level. These small icons on utensils serve an important purpose - they inform the consumer about the operating conditions of the kitchen utensils.

If the picture on the pictogram allows any action (allows any conditions), then the same icon, but crossed out, prohibits them.

Cooking methods marking

Gas and electric, induction and glass ceramic plates, ovens, "Microwave ovens" - what is not on modern kitchen! Cookware labeling will tell you what type of stove the pans, pots and saucepans are for.

Cookware use rules

In addition to the icons that regulate the conditions for cooking food, cookware manufacturers place pictograms explaining how to properly wash and store containers, bowls, salad bowls, plates. In addition, the table for decoding icons on dishes provides information on additional properties of products.

Features of marking plastic dishes

Always pay attention to the labeling of the plastic utensils. For the layman, all types of plastic are “one-size-fits-all,” and meanwhile, not every material is suitable for contact with food, not everyone will endure heating or temperature changes, and certainly not all are safe for health.

The arrows forming a triangle indicate that the material can be recycled. Inside the triangle are numbers, each of which indicates a specific type of material.

Plastics range from 1 to 19, but we'll look at the first seven types that are used to make food containers:

• PET (PETE) - make bottles for vegetable oil, beer, filtered or mineral water, soda. The container is intended for single use.
• HDPE (high density polyethylene, low pressure) - is most often used for packaging fermented milk products. Secondary use is not recommended as the material emits formaldehyde.
• PVC (polyvinyl chloride) - known as packaging material for bottles, bags, films. Not suitable for fatty and hot foods, dangerous by the release of vinyl chloride.
• LDPE (High Density Polyethylene) - can be used to store refrigerated food. Shock-resistant, but does not withstand too low (for example, when frozen) and high, more than 100 ° C, temperatures.
• PP (polypropylene) - has thermal stability, even withstand boiling. Polypropylene dishes tolerate hot food and microwave heating, but release formaldehyde when exposed to fats and alcohol.
• PS (Polystyrene) - Suitable for cold drinks or foods that do not require heating. Typically, disposable trays are made from this fragile plastic.
• The OTHER group includes other types of plastics. For dishes, it is most often polycarbonate, which is durable, resistant to high and low temperatures. With prolonged use, it may release carcinogenic substances.

The ability to heat directly depends on the set of qualities of the material. If you use unsuitable products, nothing will happen when placed on the stove, and the pan will remain cold. For this reason, even before purchasing equipment, it is better to determine which dishes are suitable for induction cookers.

Crockery material

A distinctive feature of pots for the desired purpose is their manufacture from a ferromagnetic material. The main options are cast iron, steel, iron. In addition, products made from certain alloys (for example, steel + aluminum) are used. If the utensil was bought recently, then on the bottom you can find an imprint with the corresponding marking (Induction).

Tip: You should also look for a characteristic icon on the dishes, repeating the shape of the magnetizing coil (spiral).

There are guidelines that supposedly allow you to determine if the cookware is suitable for an induction hob. It is advised to use an ordinary magnet for this purpose: it is applied to the bottom of the product. It's not really enough informative method, because even on pans made of ferromagnetic material, for some reason, induction cookers do not always react properly. Therefore, it is still better to be guided by the designation on the bottom of the dishes.

But, how to choose cookware for an induction cooker, if the house already has a significant set of pots and other containers that are not specifically designed for use in new conditions. In this case, it is enough to place the product on the hob. If the desired properties of the dishes are not found, the equipment simply will not turn on.

Note: Among old-style pots, the bottom has a slightly curved surface, and for operation on an induction hob, only containers with a flat bottom can be suitable.

The range of cookware continues to expand, and there are already products made of non-ferromagnetic materials with special bottom characteristics. For example, aluminum, glass-ceramic pots. Outwardly, they look like all other dishes of their types, but they also contain a multilayer bottom with a magnetic disk at the base.

Pan bottom diameter

Most often, the burner is designed for pots with a bottom diameter of at least 12 cm. The operation of the equipment will be impossible if most of the heating surface remains free. For this reason, you should decide in advance which cookware can be used for induction hobs.

But there is also alternative options solutions to the problem of size mismatch:

The second of these methods is usually implemented in catering establishments (cafes, restaurants). However, it is quite possible to avoid such difficulties, since some manufacturers offer induction cookers in which the burners are designed for dishes with a bottom diameter of 8 cm or more. This is already significant progress. But technologies do not stand still, and there are even models of induction cookers that automatically adapt to the needs of users: they change the characteristics of the burner depending on the size of the pan installed on it.

Bottom thickness

When deciding which cookware is more suitable for induction cookers, we must not forget about other parameters. In particular, we are talking about the thickness of the bottom. It is permissible to operate containers with a sufficiently thin bottom (for example, 2 mm), however, in this case, the risk of noise generation during cooking increases. In addition to this, another drawback is noted - the deformation of a thin metal under the influence of sufficiently intense magnetic processes.

In view of these features, use of unsuitable cookware should be avoided. There are pots with an all-metal bottom, as well as analogues in which a multilayer bottom is provided various materials... The preferred options are containers that contain a cast disc in the base. This feature ensures durability and full adherence of the dishes to the surface of the burner.

Advice: The best option for an induction hob, a pan with a bottom thickness of at least 4.5 mm is used, which will ensure sufficient reliability of the product.

Comparative analysis of pots from popular materials

To understand which cookware is suitable for induction hob, it is recommended to familiarize yourself with a number of features of pots of several common types:

1. Cast iron products are characterized by low thermal conductivity, which means slow heating and slow cooling. Such pots are also durable and last a long time. But at the same time, they are demanding in operation. Cast iron pans will rust fairly quickly without proper care. Sour dishes should not be cooked in such dishes, and besides, it is not recommended to store ready-made food in it.
2. Aluminum products are not as strong, however, they conduct heat well. At the same time, ready-made meals should not be stored in them either. It is allowed to use aluminum cookware on induction hobs only if the base is made of ferromagnetic materials.
3. Steel pots - characterized by aesthetic appeal, durability. Such cookware has an almost unlimited service life and in all respects is suitable for use on an induction hob... It can be used to store food.

How to care for dishes

• do not use abrasive compounds and materials, as there is a possibility of damaging the perfectly smooth surface of the dishes;
• to avoid the risk of smudges on the surface of pots and other containers, wipe them dry after washing;
• products with a ceramic coating do not tolerate temperature changes, respectively, it is recommended to avoid situations where heat is abruptly replaced by cold, for example, if you remove hot dishes from the burner and immediately send them under cold water;
• any non-stick coating can be damaged (burned out) if the pan / saucepan is left empty on the stove, as a result, the properties of the product will noticeably deteriorate.

When deciding for yourself the question of how to choose cookware for an induction hob, you need to clarify the nuances of care so that you do not have to face troubles at the first use.

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26.06.2019

(irina.panteleeva) Irina Panteleeva

2019-06-25 2019-06-25 Cheat sheet for the seller: decoding the labeling of dishes - Gala Center The seller must know everything! And this is without unnecessary exaggeration. Of course, we are not talking about the location of the planets and the number of US states. The professional is well versed in his products and easily answers the most fantastic questions from customers. https: //www.site/posuda/articles/

The seller must know everything! And this is without unnecessary exaggeration. Of course, we are not talking about the location of the planets and the number of US states. The professional is well versed in his products and easily answers the most fantastic questions from customers. The result is increased sales, customer loyalty and many other bonuses that make a business successful. Selling is undoubtedly a talent. Someone is born, someone learns this in special schools and universities. But there are things that you can learn on your own, but unfortunately laziness gets in the way. It turns out that not every seller knows how to decipher the icons on the dishes. And how then to talk about the benefits and rules of its use? We'll talk about what manufacturers want to tell consumers through original symbols in our article.

Decoding icons on stainless steel pans

Having decided to buy tableware in bulk from a warehouse, a retailer must clearly know the purpose of specific products. All manufacturer's recommendations can be found on the box in the form of a table of images and inscriptions. Let's consider the designations using the example of the Vetta trademark. Wholesale dishes from the manufacturer go on sale in cardboard boxes.

The icons on the pots are deciphered as follows:

• smooth burner - suitable for electric stove
• burner with fire - for a gas stove
• hob with a circle inside - for glass ceramics
• spirals - for induction cookers

• cassette-shaped icon - car wash
• snowflake - food in stainless steel pans can be stored in the refrigerator.

When buying utensils in bulk from the manufacturer, pay attention to the inscriptions:

• “Capsule Bottom” refers to the capsule bottom of the pan that warms up quickly and evenly. This leads to savings in resources and an improved quality of the prepared food.
• "Stainless steel" - the product is made of stainless steel, which does not oxidize and does not change the taste of products.

Decoding icons on enamel pans

This type of kitchen utensil is the most popular. He is loved for affordable price, striking exterior design and durability. However, proper use is essential for enamelled pots to last long.

Look at the labels. The first row indicates that they cook on all kinds of stoves. They can also be washed in the dishwasher. Further, the fire icon indicates the prohibition of their use on an open fire (for example, on hikes when cooking over a fire). Explanation of the icon "crossed out knife and fork" - a ban on the use of sharp objects that damage the enamel and, accordingly, send kitchen utensils to the trash can.

Decoding the icons in the pans

When buying cookware in bulk from Satoshi, don't ignore the information sheet.

Brand indicates:

• type of non-stick coating: "Ceramic", "Marble" or "Titanium".
• “Soft Touch” inscription - handle coating (it can also be non-heating bakelite)
• "Aluminum cast" - cast aluminum, which is many times stronger, more durable and more durable than the stamped analogue. Such pans are heavier and have thick walls that do not deform under the regular influence of high temperatures. Read about all the benefits of these products in

* Explanation of marking: on which stoves you can cook.

Heat-resistant glass and ceramic ovenware, bakeware

Millimi ceramic pots and tins for cooking in the oven are marked with the following markings:

• cooking in the oven
• withstand temperatures from -40 to + 240 °, which means they can be stored in the refrigerator
• do not cook over an open fire.

Explanation of carton packaging icons:

Also very popular from the manufacturer Satoshi.

It can be placed in a microwave oven and oven. An automatic wash at 65 degrees is also allowed.

Shatoshi Metal Bakeware also have their own markings indicating the name of the non-stick coating, the material of the product and the possibility of automatic washing. The decoding of icons with crossed out cutlery indicates the prohibition of the use of sharp objects. Only work with silicone, nylon and wood accessories. Also on the kitchen utensils you can see a picture with the inscription "PFOA Free". This is a guarantee of the absence of harmful acids in the non-stick coating, which cause cancer.

Silicone cookware will last much longer if the manufacturer's messages are correctly deciphered.

In silicone accessories, you can cook in the oven and microwave at t -40 - +250 degrees. Do not reach pastries with forks and knives. The ECO label confirms the environmental friendliness of the material. "FOOD GRADE SILICONE" - food grade silicone, completely harmless to health.

Deciphering the marking of ceramic tableware

If you decide on the Millimi brand, know: it is used in a microwave oven, suitable for freezing and defrosting food, storing it in the refrigerator and washing it in automatic mode. At the same time, it should be handled carefully, this is evidenced by 2 icons:

• umbrella with rain - keep away from moisture
• broken glass - fragile product may break if dropped.

Understanding the labeling of plastic dishes

Plastic devices accompany us everywhere - at home, at work, in the country and at a picnic. What you need to know about these accessories in order not to harm your health, we will tell you further.

Vetta plastic utensils (containers and containers for storing food) are made of polypropylene, which is safe for people. This is indicated by icon # 5. Accessories can be used in refrigerator and microwave oven, machine washed.

Reliable supplier Gala Center: wholesale dishes from the manufacturer from a warehouse in Moscow

Do you want to order certified and safe products for your retail store at a low price? This means you have come to the right address. The catalog contains more than 1700 items and the assortment is regularly updated with new products. The trading platform presents:

• white porcelain, glass and ceramic tableware for restaurant
• colorful plates, salad bowls and mugs for home and cafes
• pots, baking dishes, pans
• plastic dishes
• cutlery and more.