Reasons for the stickiness of silicone kitchenware revealed!

In daily life, silicone kitchenware has gradually become an indispensable part of our kitchen due to its unique material properties and functional functions. Whether it‘s cooking tools or tableware, the widespread use of silicone has brought us great convenience. However, nothing is perfect, and silicone kitchenware also faces some challenges, one of the most significant of which is its stickiness.

Firstly, we need to understand the material characteristics of silicone products. Silicone, as a synthetic rubber material, is made by combining multiple compounds. This material endows silicone kitchenware with excellent heat resistance, cold resistance, acid and alkali resistance, and easy cleaning. However, the fine molecules of silica in silicone have strong adsorption force, which is the fundamental reason why silicone products stick to dust and debris. This characteristic makes it easy for silicone kitchenware to accumulate oil stains and dust on the surface after long-term use, especially after prolonged contact with oily liquids, which poses a certain difficulty for cleaning.

In order to reduce the stickiness of silicone kitchenware, silicone manufacturers have taken various measures during the raw material production process. On the one hand, by adjusting the activity of silicon chains, the active parts in the structure of silicon hydroxyl molecules can be reduced, thereby reducing the adsorption strength of silicone products. On the other hand, manufacturers also pay attention to the ratio of raw materials and processing technology to ensure that there will be no chemical reaction between the silicone base and additives such as vulcanizing agents and release agents, thereby reducing the occurrence of adhesion.

However, even with these measures taken, the stickiness of silicone kitchenware is still difficult to completely avoid. In addition to the material itself, the usage habits and environmental factors of silicone kitchenware can also affect its stickiness. For example, long-term exposure of silicone kitchenware to humid environments or failure to clean it in a timely manner after use may lead to the accumulation of oil stains and dust on the surface of silicone, thereby increasing its stickiness.

To address this issue, we can take some measures to reduce the stickiness of silicone kitchenware. Firstly, when using silicone kitchenware, try to avoid contact with sharp objects and strong alkalis to prevent damage to the silicone surface. Secondly, clean the silicone kitchenware promptly after use to avoid the accumulation of oil and dust on the surface. In addition, we can also choose silicone products with lower surface brightness to reduce their adsorption strength.

In addition to its stickiness, the hardness and softness of silicone kitchenware can also affect its effectiveness. Generally speaking, high hardness silicone products have weaker adsorption strength, while low hardness products have stronger adsorption capacity. Therefore, when choosing silicone kitchenware, we can choose the appropriate hardness and softness according to our actual needs. For example, kitchen utensils that require frequent stirring during cooking can choose silicone products with higher hardness; In kitchen utensils that require food adsorption, silicone products with lower hardness can be chosen.

In short, silicone kitchenware plays an important role in our daily lives with its unique material properties and functional functions. However, its stickiness also brings us certain troubles. By understanding the material characteristics and usage habits of silicone kitchenware, we can take some measures to reduce its stickiness and improve its effectiveness. At the same time, we also need to recognize that nothing is perfect, and only by constantly exploring and improving in use can silicone kitchenware better serve our lives.