Can You Put Plastic in an Air Fryer?
No. Almost no household plastic survives 180-200°C, and melting plastic contaminates both the food and the appliance.
Updated 9 September 2026
Not recommended
No. Almost no household plastic survives 180-200°C, and melting plastic contaminates both the food and the appliance.
No. Almost no household plastic survives 180-200°C, and melting plastic contaminates both the food and the appliance. Below is exactly how to do it and what to expect.
How to do it
- 1Move food into an oven-safe glass, ceramic or metal dish first. Takeaway containers, cling film and plastic tubs all stay out.
Tips for the best results
- What to expect: Melted plastic on the basket and element, and a smell that lingers. Even microwave-safe plastic is not air-fryer safe - the temperatures are far higher.
The verdict
Not recommended. No. Almost no household plastic survives 180-200°C, and melting plastic contaminates both the food and the appliance. Melted plastic on the basket and element, and a smell that lingers. Even microwave-safe plastic is not air-fryer safe - the temperatures are far higher.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can you air fry plastic?+
Not recommended. No. Almost no household plastic survives 180-200°C, and melting plastic contaminates both the food and the appliance.
What should I do instead?+
Move food into an oven-safe glass, ceramic or metal dish first. Takeaway containers, cling film and plastic tubs all stay out.