Hygiplas Thick Low Density Red Chopping Board 450x300x20mm DM004

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Product summary

LDPE. 450x300mm. Thickness: 20mm. Red: raw meats

Product description

Tough, durable and made from high quality polyethylene, this quality colour coded chopping board is non-absorbent, odourless and complies with all hygiene regulations.

LDPE low density polethylene construction – lightweight and easy to handle
Colour-coded to reduce risk of cross contamination
Colour coded red for raw meat
Non-toxic and non-absorbent – hygienic and easy to clean
Easy to clean – dishwasher safe
Can be used as part of an effective Food Safety Management System, based on the HACCP principles

The Hygiplas red low-density chopping board is the designated surface for raw meat prep (450 × 300 × 20mm), colour-coded to prevent cross-contamination in commercial kitchens.

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SPECIFICATION 13 facts · tap for all Width450 mmDepth300 mmHeight20 mmGross weight2.43 kgMaterialLow Density PolyethyleneProduct codeDM004

Identity5

Brand Hygiplassite
GTIN / EAN 5.05098E+12catalogue
Product code DM004site
Seo name Hygiplas Thick Low Density Red Chopping Boardcatalogue
Type Low Density Chopping Boards<multisep/>BPA-Free Productscatalogue

Size & weight5

Depth 300 mmcatalogue
External (W×D×H) 20(H) x 450(W)mmcatalogue
Gross weight 2.43 kgcatalogue
Height 20 mmcatalogue
Width 450 mmsite

Build & fittings2

Colour Redcatalogue
Material Low Density Polyethylenecatalogue

Other stated facts1

Suitable for Raw Meatcatalogue
THE WORKING VIEW

Why this low density chopping boardsbpa-free product earns its place

Red is non-negotiable in a professional kitchen: this Hygiplas board is where you prep raw meat, and nowhere else. Built from durable low-density polyethylene, it's specifically designed to handle the demands of a meat station—the bacteria control, the throughput, the need for absolute clarity that no raw-meat juices touch anything bound for a customer's plate without proper cooking.

The 450 × 300mm surface gives you enough space to work with joints, portions, and whole birds without splashing or losing control. The 20mm thickness won't flex under the weight of a heavy cut or the pressure of sharp knives. At 2.6kg, it's light enough to move quickly between the raw station and the cleaning sink. The non-absorbent polyethylene is critical here—raw meat carries bacteria that absorb into softer materials, but polyethylene stays sealed and washes clean completely, every time.

Under UK HACCP food safety law, your red board for raw meat is a legal requirement, not a nice-to-have. This Hygiplas board is engineered for exactly that role: the colour prevents confusion, the material eliminates bacterial risk, and the durability means it'll be your meat station's anchor for years. Throw it in the dishwasher hot, or wash by hand under running water—either way, you get a hygienic, food-safe surface for the next service.

BEFORE YOU BUY

Questions, answered straight

UK HACCP food safety law requires colour-coded boards to prevent cross-contamination. Raw meat can carry pathogens like Salmonella and Campylobacter—a dedicated red board makes sure those don't touch ready-to-eat food.

If another board has absorbed raw-meat juice, those bacteria can survive and contaminate ready-to-eat food. That's a food poisoning risk and a compliance failure. Use the red board only for raw meat.

Yes. Wood absorbs bacteria and moisture deep into the grain where soap and heat can't reach them. Polyethylene is non-porous and washes clean completely every time.

Yes. Commercial or domestic dishwashers are effective. The polyethylene won't warp, and the heat and detergent will kill bacteria from raw meat.

With proper care and regular washing, a red board lasts several years. Replace it if you see deep cracks, warping, or if stains won't wash out despite hot water and scrubbing.

You can, but it's not necessary—that's why you have other boards. Keeping raw and cooked separate (even if the surface is polyethylene) is simpler for staff and reduces accidental cross-contamination.
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Hygiplas Thick Low Density Red Chopping Board 450x300x20mm DM004 Product Data

Brand Hygiplas
Type Low Density Chopping Boards<multisep/>BPA-Free Products
Dimensions 20(H) x 450(W)mm
Material Low Density Polyethylene
Colour / Finish Red
Suitable For Raw Meat
Weight 2.6kg
Manufacturer Ref 1218-OT RED
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