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[Singapore] Changing Food Preservation in Singapore / From Disposable Film to Silicon Lids

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Silicon Lid became popular through SNS

As a result of the COVID-19, people in Singapore are becoming more and more environmentally conscious. In an effort to reduce the amount of resource waste in our daily lives, silicone lids are attracting attention as a versatile item that can replace food film and plastic wrap. Silicon lids are popular because they can be used repeatedly to save money, they are stretchable and shrinkable, they can be heated in a microwave oven, and they are sturdy, washable, and easy to use. The product first appeared on the Internet and became a hot topic through various social networking sites. Recently, it has become available at DAISO in Singapore for S$2 (about 162 yen). Silicon bags for food storage have also become a topic of conversation as they are convenient and can be used repeatedly.

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Sustainability awareness is on the rise with more time at home

Worldwide, a total of 2.8 million tons of food film is thrown away every year. In addition, some people are concerned about the health effects of DEHA, an organic substance found in plastic food film that can penetrate food and harm the body when heated, according to a study conducted by the National Center for Health Research, a non-profit organization based in Washington, DC. Some people are concerned about the health aspects. Furthermore, with the lockdown of COVID-19, more people may be thinking about environmental and health issues around them as they spend more time at home.
Silicon lids are currently free of health concerns and will become more prevalent as an alternative to food films.

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This article is co-authored by TNC Lifestyle Researcher (http://lifestyle.tenace.co.jp/) and Intage's Global Researcher.

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    TNC ASIA Trend Lab

    TNC ASIA Trend Lab is an information organization run by TNC Inc. that researches and shares trends in Asia. It supports corporate marketing activities by finding insights from trends rooted in the lifestyles and habits of local consumers.
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  • Intage Inc

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    Intage Inc.
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