It Is Best Not To Reuse Plastic Bags in Supermarkets

It is best not to reuse plastic bags in supermarkets

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Recently, entrusted by the Municipal Market Supervision Bureau, the Municipal Quality Measurement and Testing Center conducted random inspections of disposable plastic shopping bags on the market.

"The sampling process is very important. Although the sampling location and the samples taken are random, the operating specifications have clear requirements on the quantity and specifications of the samples, which must be strictly controlled in accordance with the operating specifications to be accurate." The sampling personnel said that all The samples will be unpacked after entering the laboratory to avoid contamination and exchange, and ensure the authenticity and authority of the sampling results. Each sample is divided into two parts: inspection sample and backup sample. The backup sample is kept by the sampling unit. During the storage period, it is not allowed to unpack or contaminate or destroy the sample. If the manufacturer or the sampled unit has doubts about the sampling results, they can apply for re-inspection. Backup samples. After the plastic shopping bag samples enter the laboratory, the inspection report is expected to be issued within 10 working days.

According to the relevant person in charge of the Municipal Market Supervision Bureau, plastic shopping bags are widely and frequently used items in people's daily life. There are some details that need special attention when using them. For example, pay attention to whether it meets the standard, including whether the name, standard number, specification, nominal load bearing, manufacturer and environmental protection statement are clearly marked on the surface. The national standard has clear regulations on the length, width and thickness of plastic shopping bags. It is forbidden to produce and sell plastic shopping bags with a thickness of less than 0.025 mm. If you find embossing or embossing on the surface of the bag, you need to pay attention, because this It may be that some manufacturers artificially manufacture the thickness in order to meet the standard, but it often does not meet the standard in the actual measurement in the laboratory.

When many citizens go to the supermarket, they don’t buy many things and do not bring shopping bags. They are used to picking up a few free hand-tear plastic bags in the cooked food and vegetable sales areas, and they also like to take home steamed buns, steamed buns and other foods. Professionals explained that in general, most of these hand-tear plastic bags are made of polyethylene material, which is a common PE material. It is recommended that you use it with caution, and do not store food with a lot of oil on the surface and high temperature for a long time. Put meat and vegetables in the refrigerator after serving. It is best not to use them repeatedly to avoid potential food safety hazards.