page_title: Silicone
section_title: Cookware
hierarchical_section_title: Silicone / Uses / Cookware
caption_attribution_description: English: Silicone cooking ladles Français&#160;: louche à soupe et louche aux pâtes faites de silicone
context_page_description: A silicone or polysiloxane are polymers made up of siloxane. They are typically colorless, oils or rubber-like substances. Silicones are used in sealants, adhesives, lubricants, medicine, cooking utensils, and thermal and electrical insulation. Some common forms include silicone oil, silicone grease, silicone rubber, silicone resin, and silicone caulk.
context_section_description: As a low-taint, non-toxic material, silicone can be used where contact with food is required. Silicone is becoming an important product in the cookware industry, particularly bakeware and kitchen utensils.
  Silicone is used as an insulator in heat-resistant potholders and similar items; however, it is more conductive of heat than similar less dense fiber-based products. Silicone oven mitts are able to withstand temperatures up to 260 °C (500 °F), making it possible to reach into boiling water.
  Molds for chocolate, ice, cookies, muffins, and various other foods.
  Non-stick bakeware and reusable mats used on baking sheets.
  Other products such as steamers, egg boilers or poachers, cookware lids, pot holders, trivets, and kitchen mats.
caption: Soup ladle and pasta ladle made of silicone
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