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Commercial Cooks Knife | Chef Knife | 25cm Blade | Purple Handle | Hygiplas FX112
£10.66
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£12.79/ inc vat
- Purple Colour-Coded Handle
- 25cm Stainless Steel Blade
- Soft Grip Nylon Handle
- Rockwell Hardness 52-57°
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Product Overview
Here we have a proper kitchen workhorse, the Hygiplas Cooks Knife with a 25cm blade. It’s been designed from the ground up for the fast-paced world of commercial cooking, where performance and safety are paramount. The standout purple handle isn't just for looks; it's a critical part of a professional colour-coded system, instantly marking this knife for use with allergenic ingredients to prevent dangerous cross-contamination.
This professional kitchen knife is tailor-made for chefs, caterers, and kitchen staff in any environment where food allergies are a serious consideration. From bustling restaurants and hotel kitchens to school canteens and care homes, it's an essential tool. It boasts a razor-sharp, durable stainless steel blade perfect for all manner of prep work, paired with an ergonomic soft-grip handle that stays comfortable even when you're hours into a long shift.
Ultimately, this Hygiplas cooks knife purple 25cm is more than just a sharp edge. It's a vital piece of your food safety toolkit. It helps you comply with HACCP standards, protect your customers, and empower your team to work with confidence and efficiency. It’s a smart, affordable, and indispensable addition for any kitchen that takes its responsibilities seriously.
Key Features and Benefits
- Purple Colour-Coded Handle: Helps you avoid cross-contamination with allergenic foods.
- 25cm Stainless Steel Blade: A versatile length for chopping and slicing with ease.
- Soft Grip Nylon Handle: Stays comfortable in your hand, reducing fatigue during long shifts.
- Rockwell Hardness 52-57°: The blade holds its sharp edge for longer.
- Dishwasher Safe: Makes for quick, easy, and hygienic cleaning after service.
- Lightweight at 200g: Easy to handle, giving you precise control.
- Strong & Durable Build: A tough tool built to withstand daily commercial kitchen use.
- Allergen Control Focus: Gives you peace of mind and helps meet safety laws.
Technical Specifications
- Brand: Hygiplas
- SKU: FX112
- Colour: Purple (Allergen Use)
- Total Length: 380mm
- Blade Length: 254mm / 10"
- Weight: 200g
- Blade Material: Stainless Steel
- Handle Material: Soft Grip Nylon
- Rockwell Hardness: 52-57°
- Dishwasher Safe: Yes
Expert Review and Insights
Hygiplas gets the basics spot on here. It's not a flashy knife, but it’s a workhorse. The handle feels great, the balance is decent for the price, and the purple colour-coding isn't just a suggestion—it's a vital safety feature for any kitchen serious about preventing cross-contamination. It’s a smart, practical addition to any knife roll.
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- Top Marks for Safety: Clear allergen coding prevents dangerous kitchen mix-ups.
- Needs Regular Honing: A great blade, but requires frequent sharpening for peak performance.
Case Study: Real Business, Real Results
The 'Free-From' Bakehouse in Bristol needed to overhaul its kitchen tools to gain a better food hygiene rating and cater specifically to customers with severe allergies. They invested in a full set of colour-coded equipment, with the purple allergen knives becoming the cornerstone of their new system.
"We switched our entire knife set to Hygiplas. The purple knives for allergens give our staff and customers complete confidence. There's no ambiguity, just clear, safe practice every single time."
Mark Jennings – Head Baker
Their new system, led by the allergen-specific knives, contributed to them achieving a 5-star food hygiene rating and a 30% increase in orders for special dietary cakes.
Installation and Maintenance Guide
Setting It Up
- Before first use, wash thoroughly with warm, soapy water to remove any manufacturing residues.
- Assign a dedicated magnetic strip or block for your purple-handled knives to keep them separate.
- Brief your team on the colour-coding system: purple is strictly for allergens.
- Give the blade a quick hone before its first major use to align the cutting edge for best performance.
Keeping It Going
- While dishwasher safe, hand-washing is often best to protect the blade's edge over time.
- Hone the knife regularly (daily in busy kitchens) to maintain its sharpness between sharpenings.
- Store it correctly on a rack or in a block to prevent the blade from being damaged in a drawer.
- Never use the knife on bone or frozen food, as this can chip the stainless steel blade.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: What is the purple handle for?
A: It's a colour-coding system to show that the knife is for use with allergenic ingredients, like gluten-free products, helping to prevent cross-contamination.
Q: Is this a full tang knife?
A: This is a high-quality stamped knife, where the blade is cut from a large sheet of steel. This process offers great value and a lighter weight, which is ideal for fast-paced work.
Q: How long is the blade?
A: The blade is 25cm, or 10 inches, which is a very versatile size for most professional kitchen tasks like chopping, dicing, and slicing.
Q: Can I put this knife in the dishwasher?
A: Yes, the Hygiplas cooks knife purple 25cm is completely dishwasher safe for easy and hygienic cleaning, a must in any commercial kitchen.
Q: What does Rockwell hardness 52-57° mean?
A: It's a measure of the blade's hardness. This rating means the steel is hard enough to hold a sharp edge well, but not so brittle that it's difficult to sharpen.
Q: Is the handle comfortable for long periods?
A: Yes, it features a soft-grip nylon handle that has been ergonomically designed to reduce hand fatigue during long and busy prep sessions.
Q: What kind of steel is the blade made from?
A: It's made from a strong and durable stainless steel, which is the industry standard for being resistant to rust and corrosion.
Q: Is this knife suitable for a professional kitchen?
A: Absolutely. It's designed specifically for the demands of a commercial environment, with a strong focus on safety, durability, and reliable performance.
The Hygiplas Promise: Safety and Simplicity in Every Slice
Hygiplas has built its reputation on one core principle: making food safety straightforward and affordable for every commercial kitchen. This purple handled chef knife 25cm is a perfect example of that philosophy in action. It's more than just a cutting tool; it's an integral part of a kitchen's safety protocol. By investing in a clear, internationally recognised colour-coding system, you're not just buying a knife—you're implementing a robust process that protects your customers and your reputation. The durable build and reliable performance mean fewer replacements and consistent results, day in, day out. In a fast-paced environment where mistakes can be costly, the simple, visual cue of a Hygiplas knife provides peace of mind, allowing your team to work quickly, confidently, and most importantly, safely.
Explore more from HygiplasBeyond the Blade: Why Colour-Coding is Your Kitchen's Best Friend
It’s easy to think of the purple handle as just a bit of plastic, but it's actually a cornerstone of the HACCP (Hazard Analysis and Critical Control Point) system used in professional kitchens. Think of it like a traffic light system for food prep. Purple is universally designated for preparing ingredients containing allergens, like gluten or nuts. This powerful visual cue instantly tells any chef, no matter how busy they are, 'This knife is for allergen-free prep ONLY'. It eliminates guesswork and drastically reduces the risk of cross-contamination, which can be dangerous for customers and damaging for your business's reputation.
Who Should Buy This?
- Restaurants & Pubs: Perfect for designated prep stations to safely handle ingredients for gluten-free or other special dietary meals.
- School & Hospital Kitchens: An essential tool for high-volume catering where allergen management is legally required and absolutely critical.
- Bakeries & Patisseries: Ideal for preparing fillings or ingredients with common allergens like nuts, keeping them safely separate.
- Contract Caterers: A reliable, colour-coded knife for mobile units to maintain strict food safety standards anywhere.
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