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Microwave-Safe Containers: Check Labels Before Reheating

Use containers labeled microwave-safe and avoid reheating in single-use or cold-storage packaging not approved for heating.

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Not every bowl or package is made for microwave cooking. USDA recommends cookware specifically labeled for microwaves and warns against heating food in cold-storage tubs or unsuitable takeaway packaging. Check the container and appliance instructions first.

Your try-it-at-home checklist

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1. Check the container and package for a microwave-safe label and any temperature or time restrictions.
2. Do not heat food in unapproved takeaway, margarine, yogurt or other cold-storage tubs.
3. Avoid metal cookware, metallic trim and wire ties unless a specific microwave manual expressly permits an exceptional use.
4. When using approved microwave wrap, vent it as directed and keep it from touching food.
5. Stop heating if packaging warps or melts, and do not reuse damaged containers for cooking.
6. Open hot containers carefully to avoid steam burns, and follow food-specific reheating instructions for safe heating.

USDA Food Safety and Inspection ServiceMeat and Poultry Packaging Materials ↗USDA original page consulted for food contact packaging, unsuitable cold-storage tubs and single-use plastics, heating only as package directs.USDA Food Safety and Inspection ServiceCooking with Microwave Ovens ↗USDA microwave page reviewed for recommended cookware, unsuitable foam/metal/old containers, vented plastic wraps and softened packaging.USDA Food Safety and Inspection ServiceAre Utensils Microwave Safe? ↗Official USDA FAQ says to use labeled microwave-safe utensils and avoid cold-storage tubs or brown paper bags.

Your try-it-at-home checklist

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