Made of food-grade liquid silicone through integrated injection molding, odorless and burr-free, with excellent high and low temperature resistance. The non-slip texture design greatly improves grip friction, effectively avoiding slipping and scalding when holding kitchen utensils. It fits most regular kitchen tongs and pot grippers, washable and not easy to age after repeated disinfection.
Material
Food-grade LSR
Hardness
Shore A 40-60
Temperature
Certifications
Applications
-40°C ~ +230°C
Colors
Black, White, Transparent, Customizable
# Food Grade Liquid Silicone Kitchen Tongs Sleeve Heat Resistant Anti-scald Pot Gripper Cover
The Food Grade Liquid Silicone Kitchen Tongs Sleeve is a high-performance kitchen accessory engineered to replace traditional rubber, fabric, and plastic gripper covers for metal kitchen tongs, pot grippers, and cooking clamp tools. Manufactured via injection molding of medical and food-contact compliant liquid silicone rubber (LSR), this sleeve combines extreme temperature resistance, non-slip grip, and food safety to eliminate scald risks during high-temperature cooking operations.
Unlike traditional solid silicone or PVC gripper covers, our LSR kitchen tongs sleeve features a one-piece seamless design with a precision-molded internal anti-slip tooth structure that locks onto metal tong jaws without slipping, shifting, or peeling even after years of repeated use. The matte textured surface provides a secure grip even when hands are wet, oily, or covered in food residue, reducing the risk of dropping hot cookware, grilled food, or boiling water containers. Core selling points include compliance with global food contact regulations, 230°C (446°F) continuous heat resistance, BPA-free composition, and dishwasher-safe low-maintenance design. This sleeve is compatible with 90% of standard 9-inch, 12-inch, and 14-inch stainless steel kitchen tongs and universal pot gripper jaws on the market, making it a versatile upgrade for both home and commercial kitchen environments.
Our kitchen tongs sleeve is formulated from premium food-grade liquid silicone rubber with the following verified material characteristics:
The sleeve’s mechanical and functional properties are rigorously tested to withstand daily kitchen use:
The LSR molding process ensures consistent dimensional accuracy and structural integrity:
The 1.5mm thick LSR structure provides 3x better heat insulation than traditional PVC or solid silicone covers, reducing surface temperature transfer by 70% when gripping 200°C (392°F) cookware. Unlike fabric covers that absorb heat and retain moisture, or plastic covers that melt at temperatures above 120°C (248°F), our LSR sleeve remains cool to the touch even after 30 seconds of contact with boiling pot edges, eliminating the risk of accidental scalds during frying, grilling, or boiling operations.
Formulated with platinum-cured LSR that contains no curing agent residues or harmful additives, this sleeve is safe for direct contact with all types of food, including acidic ingredients, high-fat meats, and baby food. The non-porous silicone surface repels food residue, oil, and stains, and can be cleaned in the top rack of a dishwasher or wiped clean with a damp cloth in seconds. Unlike fabric grippers that harbor bacteria and develop odors over time, our LSR sleeve is resistant to mold and mildew growth, maintaining a clean, odor-free condition even with daily use.
The matte textured exterior is engineered with micro-grooves that increase friction by 40% compared to smooth silicone covers, providing a firm hold on smooth stainless steel pots, glass bakeware, non-stick pan edges, and slippery grilled food even when hands are wet or oily. The internal anti-slip tooth structure locks onto metal tong jaws without the need for adhesives, preventing the sleeve from slipping off during use even when handling heavy 5kg (11lb) Dutch ovens or large cuts of meat.
With a tensile strength of 7.5MPa and 600% elongation at break, the sleeve can be stretched repeatedly without tearing or permanent deformation. It resists cracking, brittling, or discoloration even after 3 years of exposure to high temperatures, UV light, and cleaning chemicals, outlasting traditional rubber and PVC covers by 5x. The one-piece seamless design eliminates weak points where peeling or fraying would occur in multi-part assembled covers.
Ideal for everyday cooking tasks including gripping hot pot lids, removing bakeware from ovens, tossing salad and grilled food with tongs, handling boiling pasta pots, and serving hot dishes. It is particularly suitable for families with children, as it eliminates scald risks when kids help with cooking or table setting.
Widely used in restaurants, cafes, catering companies, and bakery kitchens where staff handle high-temperature cookware for hours at a time. Its food safety compliance meets all commercial food service regulations, and its durability reduces replacement costs compared to disposable or low-quality gripper covers. It is compatible with commercial grade tongs used for grilling, frying, and batch cooking operations.
Suitable for barbecues, camping cookouts, and backyard grilling, as it withstands contact with hot grill grates, cast iron cookware, and campfire pots. Its wide temperature range allows it to be used for both handling frozen food from coolers and hot food directly off the grill, eliminating the need for multiple gripper tools.
Approved for use in commercial food processing facilities, school cafeterias, and senior care facilities where safety and hygiene are top priorities. Its soft, non-scratch surface also makes it ideal for use with expensive non-stick cookware, ceramic bakeware, and glassware that can be scratched by bare metal tongs.
Note: We also offer custom molding services for non-standard tong jaw sizes for commercial clients.
All our Food Grade Liquid Silicone Kitchen Tongs Sleeves undergo a 5-stage quality control process to ensure consistent performance and safety:
Our production facility is certified with ISO 9001 quality management system, ISO 14001 environmental management system, and OHSAS 18001 occupational health and safety management system, ensuring that every product meets the highest global standards for safety, performance, and sustainability.
