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Can I put oil in a plastic cup safely?

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According to a 2023 experiment, olive oil stored in HDPE plastic containers for just one week showed detectable levels of PFAS transferred from the plastic. This fact highlights why pouring oil into a plastic cup, even temporarily, can pose risks to your health and the quality of your food, depending on the plastic type and conditions.