Are Tupperware plastic bowls microwaveable?
2007-01-06 05:34:04 · 8 answers · asked by Jacob's Mommy (Plus One) 6 in Food & Drink ➔ Other - Food & Drink
I'm not asking about the lid...just the bowl. I have ALWAYS put it in the microwave and today the bottom melted there is a huge hole in the bottom now. My carpet is a horrible mess now...
Anyway I know there is a guarantee on the product, but I'm not sure if they are supposed to be able to be used in the microwave or not.
2007-01-06 05:42:46 · update #1
Yes usually, but not at extreme temperatures so be careful if you need something heated for an extended period of time.
2007-01-06 05:37:13 · answer #1 · answered by Lauren 3 · 2⤊ 1⤋
When microwave ovens first began entering American kitchens, Tupperware introduced products designed for both the microwave and conventional ovens. Once the microwave was
fully accepted as a household appliance, Tupperware introduced products exclusively for its use —such as the Reheatablesï and TupperWaveï lines, which could warm up leftovers or cook the frozen foods that were more and more becoming a family staple.
The TupperWaveï Stack Cooker was designed to make a three-course meal for four in the microwave in 30 minutes – allowing workaholic "yuppies" to have traditional family dinners – while the Meals in Minutesï MicroSteamer prepared a fresh meal for two in 10 minutes or less. Modular Matesï container provided a storage system that could be custom-tailored to store staple foods in bulk, cutting down on waste and stretching grocery budgets and kitchen storage space.
The CrystalWaveï line of microwaveable food storage containers were introduced in Braille and metric capacity measurements, reflecting Tupperware’s continued responsiven
2007-01-06 14:00:10 · answer #2 · answered by Jonathan M 5 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Some pieces (including their lids) ARE completely microwave safe. Others aren't at all. It depends on which pieces you're discussing.
Those that are microwave safe are specified in the catalogs. It's generally the Rock 'n Serves, etc. Regular items like mixing bowls are not recommended for use in the microwave so the warranty wouldn't cover you.
If you can tell me exactly which pieces you have questions on I can give you the appropriate answer.
BTW... Plastic that is not labeled as microwave safe shouldn't be used because it will give off chemicals that are carcinogens. That's far more important than the plastic melting or pitting.
2007-01-06 14:00:57 · answer #3 · answered by janisko 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Normally I would say yes, but it may depend on which bowl it is and how old it is. If you always microwave in them, maybe they have been weakened and have just reached their limit. I would check with a Tupperware salesperson.
2007-01-06 13:55:43 · answer #4 · answered by mom of 2 6 · 1⤊ 1⤋
I read an internet piece several years ago that says it is dangerous to microwave your food in plastic containers, as the plastic breaks down and sends junk into your food. My household and my sisters' households, are all about Corning Ware and glass storage/cooking containers. I won't even microwave in freezer-lock bags that are supposed to be made for "freezer to microwave".
2007-01-06 14:07:59 · answer #5 · answered by Klem 2 · 1⤊ 1⤋
they are to some extent. you should try using the best quality tupperware.i suggest that you do not use them for long periods of time in a microware and also keep tomato and tomato products away from your tupperware. it will last longer.
2007-01-06 13:57:42 · answer #6 · answered by abelvincia_1 1 · 1⤊ 1⤋
Tupperware lids don't do well in the microwave. they seem to twist and get misshapen and are hard to use afterwards.
2007-01-06 13:39:39 · answer #7 · answered by the cynical chef 4 · 1⤊ 2⤋
If you have tomato based foods, it will pit the tupperware.
2007-01-06 13:42:10 · answer #8 · answered by cowgirl 6 · 0⤊ 2⤋