Disposable aluminum containers, including aluminum foil containers, aluminum foil takeaway containers, aluminum foil trays, and tin foil containers. The main raw material is aluminum foil, which has a melting point of over 660°C, and the temperature of most ovens is over 250°C. Therefore, disposable aluminum foil containers (without lids) can be used for baking or grilling, and can be safely put into the oven.
However, aluminum foil takeaway containers with lids. Can aluminium foil containers with cardboard lids also be heated in the oven?
Foil Containers With Cardboard Lids
Aluminum foil container with cardboard lid consists of cardboard lid and foil container.
Aluminum foil container is made of aluminum foil roll and is a popular disposable tableware for cooking, baking, freezing and storing food. It has a silver appearance and is available in rectangular, square, round, oval, etc.
The cardboard lid is made of aluminum foil on one side and cardboard on the other. They are combined together by heat pressing to form the structure of the white cardboard lid. When used, the aluminum foil side contacts the food for heat preservation, and the white cardboard side is exposed.
Can You Put Foil Pans With Cardboard Lids In Oven
It is not recommended to put aluminum foil containers with cardboard lids directly into the oven. Because the cardboard lid is easy to deform, melt or even catch fire under high temperatures. Most cardboard materials have a low heat resistance temperature and are not suitable for use in the oven.
Before putting the aluminum foil container into the oven, it is best to remove the cardboard lid and use the aluminum foil container alone for baking. If a lid is required, consider using a heat-resistant silicone lid or glass lid, which are more suitable for high-temperature environments.
Will Cardboard Ignite In Oven
Cardboard will not usually catch fire directly at normal oven temperatures.
The ignition temperature of cardboard is usually around 451°F (233°C). If cardboard is directly exposed to high temperatures or comes in contact with other flammable materials, it may catch fire more easily.
Therefore, it is not recommended to put aluminum foil containers with cardboard lids directly into the oven.
Cardboard may burn or release harmful substances at high temperatures. It is recommended to use a lid designed for the oven or remove the cardboard lid when baking to ensure safety.
How To Use Aluminium Foil Pan With Cardboard Lids
Food preparation: Place food evenly in the foil container and do not overfill.
Cover with cardboard lid: Gently place the cardboard lid on the container, making sure the lid fits tightly against the container.
Refrigerate or freeze: If not used immediately, you can store the foil container with cardboard lid in the refrigerator or freezer to keep it fresh.
Precautions
- Avoid high temperature heating: It is not recommended to put foil containers with cardboard lids in the oven, as high temperatures may cause the cardboard to catch fire. You can choose to heat them in the microwave, but you still need to monitor the heating time.
- Check the lid: Before use, make sure the cardboard lid is not damaged or wet to avoid affecting its seal.
- Proper cleaning: If you want to reuse the foil container, wash it in time after use to maintain hygiene.