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I melted the bottle cap of an olive oil bottle trying to get the last drop of it... turns out the flame was on and melted the plastic. i didnt notice and continued to make my eggs. is it dangerous to eat melted plastic! im freaking out. thx ?

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Dr. Clarene Cress answered

Don't worry: Although not a good idea to eat plastic, it is pretty inert and should not have any adverse health effects. I hope the eggs tasted good.

Answered 8/19/2019

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A member asked:

I melted the bottle cap of an olive oil bottle trying to get the last drop of it... turns out the flame was on and melted the plastic. i didnt notice and continued to make my eggs. is it dangerous to eat melted plastic! im freaking out. thx ?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Clarene Cress answered

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