Because of its excellent performance and wide application, silicone molds have become an important tool in all walks of life.Especially in the food industry, food-grade silicone molds are loved by the majority of consumers because of their safety, environmental protection, durability and other characteristics.The following will bring you a guide on the application of food-grade custom silicone molds.

What is a food grade silicone mold?

    Food-grade silicone mold is a mold made of food-grade silicone material, which can be used to make food of various shapes and sizes.The main characteristics of this mold are safe and non-toxic, high temperature resistance, low temperature resistance, corrosion resistance, non-stick, easy to clean and so on.These characteristics make food-grade silicone molds play a vital role in the food manufacturing process. It can not only ensure the shape and appearance of food, but also ensure the safety and hygiene of food.

Application of food grade silicone mold

    Food-grade silicone molds are widely used in the food industry, including the following aspects：

• Baking industry: Food-grade silicone molds can be used to make various shapes of cakes, breads, biscuits and other baked goods.Due to the high temperature resistance of the silicone mold, it can be placed directly in the oven for baking, and it will not produce harmful substances.In addition, the non-viscosity of the silicone mold makes the baked food easy to release, maintaining the integrity and aesthetics of the food.

• Chocolate manufacturing: Food-grade silicone molds can be used to make chocolate of various shapes and patterns.By using customized silicone molds, manufacturers can produce unique chocolate products to meet the individual needs of consumers.

• Frozen food: Food-grade silicone molds can be used to make frozen foods such as ice cream and popsicles.The low temperature resistance of the silicone mold allows it to be used under freezing conditions without deformation or cracking.At the same time, the flexibility of the silicone mold makes it easy to release frozen food.

• Candy manufacturing: Food-grade silicone molds can be used to make soft candy, hard candy, marshmallows and other candies.Silicone molds can accurately replicate every detail of the design, including complex textures and patterns, making candy products have higher added value.

How to choose a food-grade silicone mold?

When choosing a food-grade silicone mold, the following factors need to be considered：

• Material: Make sure that the mold is made of food-grade silicone, non-toxic and odorless, and meets food safety standards.Food-grade silicone is rigorously tested and can come into direct contact with food without producing harmful substances.
• Temperature resistance: Choose a mold that can withstand baking or freezing temperatures.Food-grade silicone molds can usually withstand temperatures from -40℃ to 280℃, which can meet most of the needs of food manufacturing.

• Size and shape: Choose the appropriate mold size and shape according to the food you need to make.Customized silicone molds can be manufactured according to specific design requirements and specifications to meet various production needs.

• Easy to clean: Choose a mold with a smooth surface and easy to clean.The surface of food-grade silicone molds is usually non-stick and can be cleaned with warm water and soap, or in the dishwasher.

How to use and maintain food-grade silicone molds?

When using food-grade silicone molds, you need to pay attention to the following points：

• Clean the mold: Clean the mold before and after use, and wash it with warm water and neutral detergent.Cleaning the mold can remove dust and grease from the surface of the mold and ensure the safety and hygiene of food.
• Avoid scratches: Use soft tools to remove food and avoid scratching the mold with hard objects.Although the silicone mold is durable, it cannot withstand scratches and cuts.
• Storage: Clean and dry the mold after use and store it away from direct sunlight and dust.The correct storage method can extend the service life of the silicone mold.

    In general, food-grade silicone molds are a good helper in the food industry. Whether you are a professional baker or a family baking enthusiast, you can easily make delicious food of different shapes by customizing silicone molds.Hope this guide can help you better understand and use food-grade silicone molds.When choosing and using food-grade silicone molds, we must pay attention to the quality and safety of the molds to ensure the quality and taste of food.At the same time, pay attention to the maintenance and cleaning of the mold to extend the service life of the mold.Only in this way can we make full use of food-grade silicone molds to make delicious and healthy food.