Is melamine safe in plastic dishes?
On One Hand: It Is FDA ApprovedMelamine is used in manufacturing plastic tableware, cooking utensils and other products. The United States Food and Drug Administration, or FDA, has approved the use of melamine in tableware and assures consumers that using melamine tableware is safe for food service.On the Other: It Should Be Used With CautionAccording to the FDA, melamine is not approved for using as a food additive or for use in animal feed.
