Silicone vs. Platinum Silicone: What Moms Should Know

When it comes to safe food storage, not all silicone is created equal. Here’s the quick breakdown:

Food-Grade Silicone (the “basic” option)

• Safer than plastic
  

• Flexible and reusable
  

• But may sometimes hold odors or have tiny residues from the curing process
  

Platinum Silicone (the “better” option)

• Made with a platinum curing process (instead of cheaper peroxide)
  

• Cleaner and purer — fewer residual chemicals
  

• Odor-free and taste-free
  

• Stronger and longer-lasting even after freezer, dishwasher, and microwave use
  

According to Better Homes & Gardens, experts note that high-quality silicone — especially platinum-cured — is preferred because it reduces leftover chemicals and odors from the manufacturing process (BHG.com).

📦 Mom Tip: If you’re looking for the best way to store breast milk or baby food, the SelectShen™ Platinum Silicone Milk Storage Bag is made with 100% platinum-cured silicone. It’s reusable, leak-proof, foldable, odor-free, freezer-safe, and safe for sanitizing in boiling water — built to handle everything from -40°F to 400°F. That means you can confidently freeze milk, thaw it, or sanitize the bag in boiling water without worrying about plastics breaking down.

✨ Sanitizing is especially important for newborns’ bottles and milk bags, giving moms extra peace of mind with every use.

Why It Matters for Families

If you’re storing breast milk, baby food, or everyday leftovers, you don’t want to second-guess what’s touching your family’s meals. Platinum silicone is simply the safer, more dependable choice.

✨ Bottom line:

• Plastic = outdated and risky
  

• Regular silicone = good
  

• Platinum silicone = best for moms who want peace of mind
  

👉 Ready to switch? Check out our SelectShen™ Platinum Silicone Milk Storage Bags — reusable, durable, and designed with moms in mind.