Most foods are safe in contact with zinc; Most foods also do not cause excessive corrosion of galvanized barbecue nets. There is one exception to the above statement: acidic food. Let's discuss this question in detail to answer your doubts.
U.S. Department of health and human services 1997 food code section 4-101.15 "restrictions on the use of galvanized metal" stipulates: "galvanized metal shall not be used as containers or tableware in direct contact with acidic food." According to the 1997 Food Act, it is possible to use galvanized steel in contact with meat and non acid fruits and vegetables.
Food is acidic, which is the only restriction on the use of galvanized steel in contact with food; Because acids are particularly corrosive to zinc coatings. When zinc comes into contact with acidic foods and beverages, it will be converted into zinc salt that is easy to be absorbed by the human body. High levels of these salts may lead to human diseases. Zinc coating has poor performance in high acid environment and is not suitable for use.
