Rethinking kitchen materials: Why stainless steel should replace plastic for health and sustainability
Published 11 June 2025

As awareness grows around the health and environmental impacts of everyday materials, stainless steel is emerging as a safer, more sustainable choice—especially in kitchens. Tim Collins, Secretary-General of worldstainless, makes the case for replacing plastic and coated cookware with stainless steel, drawing on new research into microplastics, recycled materials, and hygiene. This Stainless Steel World article explores why stainless steel isn’t just durable—it’s essential for the future of safe food preparation.