{"product_id":"colour-coded-catering-tong-9-inch-black","title":"Colour Coded Catering Tong 9 inch, Black — HACCP, UK Stock","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBlack — for general-purpose use.\u003c\/strong\u003e Part of a HACCP colour coded system that keeps food types separate and reduces cross-contamination.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eColour coded 9 inch catering serving tong for HACCP cross-contamination control\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCommercial-grade stainless steel — built for daily professional use\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eVinyl-coated handle for a secure, comfortable grip through long service\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSpringless open design with no food traps — quick and easy to clean\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAmbidextrous, dishwasher safe, length approx 22.5cm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eWhy You Need Them\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eIn a busy professional kitchen, the same tong moving between raw and cooked food is a real contamination risk and a common audit failure. A colour coded set lets staff grab the right tong instantly, keeps your kitchen HACCP-compliant, and speeds up service — fewer mistakes, faster lines, cleaner inspections.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eCommercial Quality \u0026amp; Build\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eMade from commercial-grade stainless steel with reinforced arms that hold their tension under constant daily use — not lightweight domestic tongs. The smooth, recess-free finish resists food build-up and washes clean, while the vinyl-coated handle stays comfortable during high-volume service. Designed for restaurants, hotels, buffets and contract caterers.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eFood Types \u0026amp; Colour Coding\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eAssign one colour per food type to keep raw, cooked and prepared foods separate — the basis of a HACCP-compliant kitchen:\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRed\u003c\/strong\u003e — raw meat\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBlue\u003c\/strong\u003e — raw fish\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eYellow\u003c\/strong\u003e — cooked meat\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eGreen\u003c\/strong\u003e — salad \u0026amp; fruit\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBrown\u003c\/strong\u003e — vegetables\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePurple\u003c\/strong\u003e — allergen \/ free-from\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBlack\u003c\/strong\u003e — general purpose\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWhy do professional kitchens use colour coded tongs?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eTo assign one tong per food type and prevent cross-contamination between raw, cooked and prepared foods, supporting HACCP compliance and passing EHO inspections.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWhat colour tong is used for raw meat?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eRed is used for raw meat, blue for raw fish, yellow for cooked meat, green for salad and fruit, brown for vegetables, purple for allergen or free-from food, and black for general purpose.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWhat is the 9 inch tong best for?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe 9 inch tong suits plating and fine service.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eAre these tongs dishwasher safe?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eYes. They are fully dishwasher safe; dry after washing to protect the stainless steel finish.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eAre they suitable for commercial kitchens?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eYes. They are made from commercial-grade stainless steel built for heavy, repeated daily use in professional kitchens.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eWhy LaunchCatering Ltd\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eLaunchCatering Ltd is a trusted UK catering equipment supplier. We hold UK stock and dispatch quickly, so your kitchen stays equipped without import delays or downtime.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eImportant Information\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eDishwasher safe. Assign one colour per food type for effective hygiene control. Avoid prolonged contact with salt and dry after washing.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eRelated Products\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eColour coded chopping boards\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eColour coded chef knives\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eStainless steel serving spoons\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"LaunchCatering Ltd","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":57844019855692,"sku":"LC-7553","price":5.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0997\/4857\/7612\/files\/FRONT_TONGSS_d671c85d-4e66-4e60-8b48-5ac1d5bc0395.jpg?v=1781805685","url":"https:\/\/launchcatering.com\/products\/colour-coded-catering-tong-9-inch-black","provider":"LAUNCHCATERING LTD","version":"1.0","type":"link"}