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Hygiplas White Bread Knife 20cm – Colour-Coded

SKU: C882

£4.65(£5.58 inc VAT)

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This is a standard serrated bread knife from Hygiplas, finished with a white handle as part of their colour-coded knife system. The white designation is conventionally used in commercial kitchens for dairy and bakery products, helping to maintain a clear visual separation between knives used across different food groups.

In practice, colour-coded knives are one of the simplest and most reliable tools for supporting allergen management and cross-contamination protocols. A white-handled knife stays dedicated to the bakery section, reducing the risk of it being picked up for other tasks during a busy service. The stainless steel serrated blade handles bread, pastry, and soft-crusted baked goods cleanly without compressing the crumb.

A few practical points worth noting:

  • White handle designates dairy and bakery use within standard colour-coding systems
  • Serrated blade suited to bread, rolls, and soft pastry work
  • Dishwasher-safe handle simplifies end-of-service cleaning
  • Lightweight at 100g — comfortable for repetitive prep work
  • Stainless steel blade resists staining and maintains edge with regular steeling

This knife is well suited to bakeries, cafés, hotel breakfast operations, and any kitchen where allergen separation is managed through colour-coded equipment. It is a straightforward, everyday working knife rather than a precision chef's blade — appropriate for front-of-house bread service prep or general bakery tasks.

If you are putting together a full colour-coded knife set or have questions about allergen management requirements in your operation, the team is happy to help you work through what you need.

Frequently asked questions

What does the white handle colour-coding indicate?

In the standard commercial kitchen colour-coding system, white is designated for dairy and bakery products. Using a white-handled knife exclusively in that area helps staff quickly identify the correct knife and reduces the risk of cross-contamination between different food types.

Is this knife suitable for use in a kitchen managing allergen protocols?

Colour-coded knives are a practical supporting measure for allergen management, but they work best as part of a broader protocol that includes dedicated chopping boards and clear staff training. This knife helps reinforce those protocols visually, though your full allergen control system should be assessed against current Food Standards Agency guidance.

How should this knife be maintained in a commercial environment?

The handle is dishwasher-proof, making it straightforward to clean at the end of service. The stainless steel serrated blade should be stored safely in a knife roll or block to protect the edge, and while serrated blades require less frequent sharpening than plain-edged knives, they will eventually need professional re-serrating with heavy daily use.
Hygiplas White Bread Knife 20cm – Colour-Coded

£4.65(£5.58 inc VAT)

£4.65(£5.58 inc VAT)

This is a standard serrated bread knife from Hygiplas, finished with a white handle as part of their colour-coded knife system. The white designation is conventionally used in commercial kitchens for dairy and bakery products, helping to maintain a clear visual separation between knives used across different food groups.

In practice, colour-coded knives are one of the simplest and most reliable tools for supporting allergen management and cross-contamination protocols. A white-handled knife stays dedicated to the bakery section, reducing the risk of it being picked up for other tasks during a busy service. The stainless steel serrated blade handles bread, pastry, and soft-crusted baked goods cleanly without compressing the crumb.

A few practical points worth noting:

  • White handle designates dairy and bakery use within standard colour-coding systems
  • Serrated blade suited to bread, rolls, and soft pastry work
  • Dishwasher-safe handle simplifies end-of-service cleaning
  • Lightweight at 100g — comfortable for repetitive prep work
  • Stainless steel blade resists staining and maintains edge with regular steeling

This knife is well suited to bakeries, cafés, hotel breakfast operations, and any kitchen where allergen separation is managed through colour-coded equipment. It is a straightforward, everyday working knife rather than a precision chef's blade — appropriate for front-of-house bread service prep or general bakery tasks.

If you are putting together a full colour-coded knife set or have questions about allergen management requirements in your operation, the team is happy to help you work through what you need.