6 types of food you should not store in plastic containers: Food authority's strict guidelines on plastic materials safe for food products
Published on: April 21, 2026, 12:16 a.m. | Source: Times of India
When it comes to Indian kitchens, plastic containers are one of the most commonly used storage material. While they are easy to care, unbreakable and have a longer shelf life unlike glass jars and ceramic containers, they also have a lasting impression on our health and overall well-being. From paratha, sabzi, to butter, cheese, and leafy greens, we store them all, and when it comes to school or office tiffin, we even store hot food in them without realising, they are turning toxic. According to experts, these plastic boxed may contain bisphenol A, or BPA, a chemical commonly found in older plastics. Internationally, according to the USDA, the key safety standards for plastic containers include being non-toxic, impervious, smooth, durable, and able to withstand cleaning and sanitizing chemicals without degradation. And in India, the Food Safety and Standards Authority of India (FSSAI) has structured strict guidelines for plastic containers and jars, under the Food Safety and Standards (Packaging) Regulations, 2018. But before you read the guidelines, take a look at six types of foods you should not store in plastic container and why.
