Is the non-stick surface Teflon? If not, what is it?
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Looks like Teflon or TFlal - but I'm not 100% positive. What I can say is = It does work!
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I looked through the owner's manual and the wording is; "non stick coating". It does not define the non stick coating as Teflon or not. Probably will have to call the manufacturer (1-800-526-5377) to get the actual type of coating. We have had ours for a year and have no complaints, wonderful small appliance. Just follow the cleaning instructions, no abrasives. We spray with Pam and have no sticking or cleanup issues. Use just a moist paper towel and dry with a terry cloth towel to clean following use.
1919675
Hello. None of our items are coated in teflon. The inside are coated in stone, creating the unique non stick.
2241351
I don't think it is officially "Teflon". It is a very thin layer of non-stick that works great, however, it can be easily scratched if you use metal utensils. My husband mistakenly put a knife in the pan when it was in the sink, then put a bowl on top of it. The weight was enough to scratch the non-stick coating to the metal. I love everything about these pans but the non-stick coating is definitely not top of the line. There is a model up from this from Rachel Ray that is not colored but is heartier in quality. If you want something that will hold up better, I would recommend that model as the non-stick coating appears to be harder. However, if you want a cheap set of great pans and you use non-metal utensils and be mindful of what you throw in the pan - these work great. If you want a set that will hold up to years of abuse, I would consider another brand.
1506783
It is non-stick. I love it. It is my second one. My first one lasted almost 10 years and it makes it soooo easy to clean.
1933050
It looks like Teflon, but I'm pretty sure it's not. These days there are dozens of formulations for non-stick surfaces. Almost all non-stick surfaces will have a certain expected lifespan, even if treated gently. The surface on this skillet should last a long time; I'm hoping for as long as the rest of the skillet. A five to ten year lifespan for this skillet and surface is about what I expect.
1136150
It's definitely not Teflon. According to the description it's nano ceramic coating. I'm not actually certain that the outside is ceramic though. One spot on the outside of the pan had a spatula melt onto it and when I removed the melted spatula it pulled off the green coating, It doesn't affect the pan though. These pans work great and are really durable, they are worth every penny.
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This is a guess but I remember Teflon pans and this non-stick surface is much harder and darker than Teflon ever was. Off-hand, I'd say no it isn't made of Teflon. I don't know that Teflon is even used anymore. Why not ask Calphalon?
691990
I retained the packaging but it makes no mention of the word "Teflon", simply "non-stick" so if it's not Teflon, I would expect it to be a similar coating.
544793
IDK what it really is but I do know it is NOT the old teflon stuff!!! A little pam and no problem!
800748
No, it is not non-stick. This is a steel pot with no teflon coat. For what it is worth, I had no trouble scrubbing off sticky food on the bottom. I do soak it for some time even overnight to ensure the food comes off. Ajax or Comet does not damage it.
357656
it is teflon, i guess. none stick. after use just wipe with a paper towel and it. keeps on looking like new.
1588523
There is a non-stick coating, I'm just not sure if it's ceramic or Teflon?...
1020532
The grids have a nonstick coating that works... I don't know if it is "Teflon" brand.
2049468
The coating is definitely not Teflon it is some other form of nonstick.I have read that some users have had that happened to the buttons but I have not had that happen yet and I use mine quite frequently.
1584236
I'm not sure if it is "Teflon" but they have an awesome non-stick coating. I brushed them with vegetable oil before we used it the first time and the waffles never stick. This is a great waffle maker. I highly recommend it.
2263111
I've had mine for over one year now. Used it hundreds of times. The nonstick surface has not scratched and nothing sticks. It's far better than Teflon coated pans. A durable and completely nonstick surface.