12 Frequently Asked Questions and Answers about Food Grade Catering Aluminum Foil Rolls (30 cm wide)
1.Is the 30 cm wide food grade aluminum catering foil roll suitable for home use?
It is perfectly suitable. 30cm width can meet the daily cooking needs of families, whether it is wrapping ingredients for baking, covering plates for freshness or making baking molds, it can provide enough coverage area to avoid the trouble of frequent splicing and is especially suitable for families of 3-5 persons.
2.What is the difference between food grade aluminum catering foil and ordinary industrial aluminum foil?
Food grade aluminum foil must comply with the national safety standards for food contact materials, with higher purity of raw materials, free of lead, cadmium and other harmful heavy metals, and a more stringent surface treatment process to ensure that no harmful substances will be released when used at high temperatures. Industrial aluminum foil, on the other hand, may contain impurities and is only suitable for non-food applications.
3.Can a 30cm wide roll of aluminum catering foil be used in direct contact with food?
Yes. Qualified food-grade aluminum foil has been rigorously tested and can be used in direct contact with all types of food, including acidic and oily ingredients. The oxide film on the surface of the foil forms a natural barrier against aluminum migration and is certified safe by authorities.
4.Is it dangerous to use aluminum foil rolls in a microwave oven?
It needs to be judged according to the type of microwave oven. In conventional turntable microwave ovens, aluminum foil should be used away from the heating tube to avoid sparks caused by metal contact with the oven wall. Flat-panel microwave ovens can be wrapped around the edges of the foil, but make sure that the foil is flat and free of wrinkles and that it does not cover more than 50% of the food container.
5.What is the typical thickness of 30cm wide aluminum foil?
The aluminum foil roll thickness of 30cm wide food-grade aluminum foil commonly used in households is usually between 0.01mm and 0.02mm, which is a good balance of flexibility and strength, and is able to wrap the ingredients tightly without breaking. The aluminum foil roll thickness of catering industry may use a thicker version of 0.02mm-0.03mm to meet the demands of high-frequency use.
6.Can aluminum foil rolls be reused?
It can be reused if it is kept clean and not broken. After use, you need to clean up the oil and dirt in time to avoid the bacteria caused by food spoilage. However, it is recommended to use the aluminum foil in contact with raw meat, seafood and other ingredients in a single use to ensure food safety.
7.How to store unused aluminum foil rolls properly?
The aluminum foil rolls should be stored in a dry and ventilated place, away from direct sunlight and humid environment. After use, the opening should be sealed to prevent the foil from oxidizing and deteriorating. The shelf life of unopened rolls is usually 2 years, and it is recommended to use up the rolls within 3-6 months after opening.
8.30cm wide aluminum foil is suitable for baking what kind of food?
Is suitable for baking bread, cakes, cookies and other pastries, as well as for roasting meat and vegetables. Its width is suitable for most household baking trays, and it can lock the moisture when wrapping the ingredients to make the food more tender, and at the same time, it can avoid the oil residue on the baking tray and simplify the cleaning process.
9.What does aluminum foil do when freezing food?
Uses 30cm wide aluminum foil when freezing food, which can effectively prevent air from entering the food, prevent freezer burn, and maintain the freshness of the food. Compared with cling film, aluminum foil is more airtight and does not release harmful substances at low temperatures.
10.How to choose different lengths of 30cm wide aluminum foil rolls?
For daily use at home, it is recommended to choose a small size of 5m - 10m for easy storage and replacement, while catering stores or bakery studios can choose a large roll of 20m - 50m for better cost performance. Estimation can be made according to the monthly usage to avoid the deterioration of the aluminum foil due to long term storage.
11.How to use the aluminum foil rolls safely as the edges are easy to cut?
You should pay attention to the cut edges of the aluminum foil rolls when you use them. It is recommended to choose the package with a safety cutter or fold back the edges before tearing them when you use them. In case of cuts, you should clean and disinfect the wound in time, and in serious cases, you need to seek medical treatment.
12.Does food-grade aluminum foil produce harmful substances when burned?
Aluminum foil has a melting point of about 660°C and will not burn under normal home cooking temperatures. Even if it is partially overheated during high-temperature barbecuing, only morphological changes will occur and no toxic gases will be released. However, avoid prolonged burning of aluminum foil in direct contact with open flames.
How to pick a catering aluminum foil roll?
Selection of catering aluminum foil rolls need to pay attention to the following key points: firstly, check whether the product has a logo for food contact. Secondly, observe whether the surface of the aluminum foil is smooth and flat. High-quality aluminum foil should be free of scratches, creases and oil stains, and the color is uniform and consistent, without blackening or yellowing.
Test the flexibility of aluminum foil is also very important, can gently stretch the aluminum foil, high-quality products should be able to withstand a certain amount of tension and not easy to break, good resilience. At the same time, pay attention to the uniformity of the thickness of aluminum foil, can be observed through the translucent light, the uniform thickness of aluminum foil translucent light consistent, no obvious differences in thickness.
In addition, the package design should also be considered, choose the style with non-slip cutter is more convenient to use and the cutting edge is more neat and safe. Finally, it is recommended to choose the products of professional manufacturers, such as HTMM Aluminum Foil Factory's food-grade aluminum foil, for better quality assurance.
Professional Guarantee of HTMM Aluminum Foil Factory
HTMM Aluminum Foil Factory, as a professional manufacturer of food-grade aluminum foil, has advanced production equipment and mature process system. We strictly select raw materials, use food-grade aluminum ingots for processing, and implement full quality control during the production process to ensure that each roll of aluminum foil meets food safety standards.
For 30cm wide food grade aluminum foil rolls, we control the thickness tolerance through precision rolling technology to ensure the uniformity and stability of the products. The factory has established a perfect testing process, from raw materials to finished products, each batch of products is tested for heavy metal content, corrosion resistance and other indicators to provide consumers with safe and reliable products. With years of professional experience, HTMM Aluminum Foil Factory has become a trusted brand of aluminum foil for the restaurant industry and home users.
