{"id":2324,"date":"2021-04-09T07:00:00","date_gmt":"2021-04-09T07:00:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.foodchamps.org\/?p=2324"},"modified":"2021-07-09T20:09:12","modified_gmt":"2021-07-09T20:09:12","slug":"microwave-cardboard","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.foodchamps.org\/microwave-cardboard\/","title":{"rendered":"Can You Put Cardboard in the Microwave?"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p>You ate a delicious dinner the night before and took home a box of leftovers. Now, you\u2019re ready to enjoy all the goodness that remains. So, you open up your fridge and take out the cardboard box. Obviously, you want to avoid dirtying another dish because who wants to do dishes? But you can\u2019t help but wonder, \u201ccan you microwave cardboard?\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>We promise you\u2019re not the only one with this burning question. Countless others have considered the potential consequences of microwaving cardboard. Whether you\u2019re just curious, too busy, or maybe a little too lazy to wash a dish or two, it\u2019s still a good question.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>When it comes to microwaves and food, you want to be apprehensive of any harmful aftereffects or fire hazards. At the end of the day, it\u2019s always better to be safe than sorry. Keep reading to learn the answer to the question: is cardboard microwavable?<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Related: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.foodchamps.org\/cardboard-in-oven\/\">Can You Put Pizza Cardboard in the Oven?<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"has-text-align-center wp-block-heading\">Can You Microwave Cardboard?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1000\" height=\"667\" src=\"https:\/\/www.foodchamps.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/03\/Pizza-Delivery-Cardboard.jpg\" alt=\"Cardboard\" class=\"wp-image-2518\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.foodchamps.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/03\/Pizza-Delivery-Cardboard.jpg 1000w, https:\/\/www.foodchamps.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/03\/Pizza-Delivery-Cardboard-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.foodchamps.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/03\/Pizza-Delivery-Cardboard-768x512.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1000px) 100vw, 1000px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>Can cardboard go in the microwave? Yes, it can. However, whether or not you should microwave your pizza box or takeout container depends on a few factors such as the temperature of your microwave oven, the type of cardboard, and if it has a plastic coating. Some standard cardboard containers include:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul><li>Pizza boxes<\/li><li>Take-out containers from restaurants<\/li><li>Disposable cups, plates, and bowls<\/li><li>Food packaging<\/li><li>Recyclable containers<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>Cardboard is made from tree material, similar to paper. And that means it\u2019s flammable. That being said, it doesn\u2019t imply that you should completely avoid heating it in your microwave. It typically takes a temperature higher than 400\u00b0F for cardboard to spark.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Related: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.foodchamps.org\/keep-pizza-warm\/\">How to Keep Pizza Warm<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"has-text-align-center wp-block-heading\">Helpful Tips When Microwaving Cardboard Containers<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>There are a few things you should keep in mind before reheating any type of cardboard. Consider the following tips the next time you want to microwave your takeout:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul><li><strong>Read All Package Labels<br><\/strong>Lots of foods are packaged in specific cardboard, plastic, or paper containers. Many of these include an exterior label indicating whether or not the box is safe to microwave. Remember to check this label to ensure that you\u2019re able to reheat it as is or switch to a microwave-safe dish.<br>&nbsp;<\/li><li><strong>Make Sure Food is in the Container<br><\/strong>This may seem like a no-brainer, but it\u2019s important to note that cardboard should not be heated in the microwave alone. No matter if it\u2019s a cup, plate, bowl, or box, there must be food within the cardboard container. Foods and liquids absorb the energy from the microwave as it heats up. If there\u2019s no substance within the container and it\u2019s heated to a high temperature of at least 400\u00b0F, it\u2019s more likely to ignite.<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<ul><li><strong>Don\u2019t Microwave For Extended Amounts of Time<br><\/strong>The longer your food is in the microwave heating, the more likely it is to overheat and potentially spark a flame. It\u2019s best to put your food in for a minute or two at a time. Check it frequently as it\u2019s cooking rather than letting it sit in there for many minutes.<\/li><li><strong>Use Low Heat Setting<br><\/strong>As previously mentioned, you don\u2019t want to heat your cardboard container (and the delicious food within) over 400\u00b0F. So we advise that you know your microwave\u2019s wattage and use the lowest heat setting on your microwave when cooking your food in cardboard.<\/li><li><strong>Line Your Container<br><\/strong>One way to protect your food in all cardboard-heating cases is to line the bottom of the container with a piece of parchment paper, a napkin, or a paper towel. It protects the food from direct contact with the cardboard bottom. It also prevents the oils in the food from getting onto the cardboard, which can be dangerous, as oils heat exceptionally quickly.<\/li><li><strong>Avoid Adhesives and Inks<br><\/strong>Some cardboard containers may have writing on them, such as the name of the restaurant or brand. Others may have cardboard containers that were constructed using glue or another type of adhesive. These substances have chemicals in them that can be released when cooking in a microwave. So, it\u2019s best to avoid heating them at all costs.<\/li><li><strong>Avoid Coated Containers<br><\/strong>Coated cardboard can emit toxic fumes or start to melt in the microwave as it\u2019s heating, contaminating your food, and probably ruining your microwave. This situation is usually rare, as there aren\u2019t many cardboard containers with plastic or wax coatings on the outer layer of material. However, if you discover that yours has this coating, it\u2019s best to settle for switching to glass, porcelain, or another microwavable dish.<\/li><li><strong>Monitor Your Meal<br><\/strong>Never leave a microwave unattended while heating cardboard. You must keep a close eye on your container and food while you\u2019re reheating to avoid any fires from starting. Be sure to stop the microwave and check the temperature of your food a couple of times during the heating process to prevent overheating.<\/li><li><strong>Watch for Metal<br><\/strong>Some takeout containers and prepackaged foods can contain metal parts either inside or outside the box. It\u2019s critical to make sure your container does not have any metal component in or on it, as metal is extremely flammable when heated and causes damage to yourself and your microwave.<br><\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p><em>Note: <\/em>Sometimes recycled cardboard also contains metal particles, which can ignite within the microwave. However, this is generally uncommon.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"has-text-align-center wp-block-heading\">Conclusion<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Can you microwave cardboard? The simple answer is absolutely. However, we advise you to be careful and follow all the tips listed above to ensure you\u2019re doing it safely each time as containers vary to restaurant and store.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>It\u2019s essential to make sure that your container remains intact and your food remains safe to eat. If you have any doubts about whether or not your cardboard container is safe to microwave, stay on the safe side and don\u2019t do it. Just suck it up and get another dish.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Hopefully, after reading this article, you understand how to approach microwaving cardboard containers and can potentially avoid the annoying clean-up after your meal. Now the next time your friend orders a pizza and asks: \u201cCan you put cardboard in the microwave?\u201d You\u2019ll know the answer and can enjoy eating it with them without worry. Happy heating and eating!<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>You ate a delicious dinner the night before and took home a box of leftovers. 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