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Melamine products have sparked disputes among domestic associations; what do foreign organizations think? Is melamine-based imitation porcelain tableware (whose main component is melamine) actually toxic? Consumers naturally expect expert answers, but the experts—the various industry associations in the plastics sector—have actually engaged in verbal battles over this issue. First, the International Food Packaging Association included melamine trays on its list of the “top 10 concerning products” in the food packaging industry, citing potential safety hazards associated with them. The China Plastics Industry Processing Association promptly issued a statement saying that the claim of safety hazards associated with these storage trays has no scientific basis, and consumers can use the storage trays sold in regular supermarkets with confidence. Experts from the Melamine Plastic Products Committee of the China Plastics Industry Association say that storage trays made by coating a urea-formaldehyde resin surface with melamine powder should not be used in environments below 80°C; they cannot be disinfected by boiling, nor can they be heated in a microwave oven. As long as consumers use the product as instructed on its label, there will be no issues with quality and safety such as toxicity when using it to store fruits, snacks, and other foods. Before official conclusions are released in the relevant areas, whom should domestic consumers trust? It might be useful to draw on the insights of experts from other regions. **The Food Safety Center believes that melamine household products are safe as long as they are used according to the manufacturer’s instructions. Meanwhile, the World Health Organization states that tests on the safety of melamine products are still in progress, and no conclusions can be drawn at this time. The U.S. Food and Drug Administration states that melamine products are safe for most consumers, but contact between infants and melamine products should be avoided as much as possible. American experts also say that consumers should prioritize safety and take some self-protection measures, including using the products strictly in accordance with the manufacturer’s instructions ； Cannot be heated ； Do not wipe with sharp brushes or tools ； If the surface has scratches or other damage, discard it and do not use it ； Do not store acidic foods. Reposted from Plastic News China Blog