Is the non-stick material PTFE- &amp; PFDA-free?
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Dear Jimmy, Thank you for your inquiry. This item is PFOA free as for the PTFE is the non stick coating that is on our non stick cookware, without the PTFE the pan would not be considered non stick. Thank you for allowing us to be of service to you. Sincerely, Tonia D.
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A little research turned up that it is PFOA free. But as with most stick free cookware it does not handle high temperatures well and the surface tends to deteriorate over time. For a fry pan I would suggest you look elsewhere but for bake ware this brand is fully serviceable. Hope this helps.
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Actually, you've been given misinformation, as did Barbara the representative. These do contain PTFE as this is the coating that makes the cookware nonstick. These are not the newer generation ceramic lined nonstick pans.
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Here is what Nordic Ware says about their non-stick coatings in an FAQ on their website: "The nonstick coatings that Nordic Ware uses on all of its cookware and bakeware products are formulated to our specifications and produced in the USA by coatings companies that also supply the medical, military, foodservice and aerospace industries. We've chosen our suppliers because of their ability to meet our very precise quality standards. The coatings we use vary based on what type of food they will be releasing, and what temperatures the cooking vessel will reach. Our bakeware coatings are and have always been PTFE and PFOA-free, since an entirely different formulation is necessary to release sugars (associated with baking) than proteins (associated with meats and dairy). Our cookware coatings can be one of several formulations, depending on what substrate material they're being applied to (cast aluminum versus aluminized steel). We are able to state that PFOA is not present in any of the coating formulations that we currently use on consumer cookware products. PTFE (an entirely different compound than PFOA) is the material that gives nonstick surfaces their "slipperiness" and is widely used in consumer cookware coatings, including many of Nordic Ware's stovetop cookware products. Teflon is a registered trademark of DuPont and refers to a specific nonstick coating that they exclusively manufacture. Teflon is not used by Nordic Ware for any consumer cookware or bakeware finishes at this time. If you have additional questions about the nonstick coatings that Nordic Ware uses, please contact our Consumer Service Department" https://www.nordicware.com/faq#
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The coating doesn't appear to be visible. It appears to be part of the pan. I have no clue what PTFEs or PFOAs are so I can't answer that question.
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According to Calpholon's web site, this product is PFOA-free, but does contain PTFE. Calpholon's ceramic cookware is both PFOA and PTFE-free.
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PTFE is used in teflon products, this pan is hard anondized, so yes it is PTFE free
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Not sure. But Amazon has a site dedicated to your question: http://www.amazon.com/Best-PFOA-Cookware-Nonstick-Eco-Friendly/lm/R3LCDXHCVIXTS9Sorry for the long site, copy and paste is best.
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NO, Calphalon uses PTFE (Polytetrafluoroethylene) on the Unison pans. PTFE is the generic word for Teflon. Calphalon's website states that both the EPA and FDA has stated that this is a safe compound, explaining: PTFE (polytetrafluoroethylene) is a resin used in a large number of consumer applications, including nonstick coating for cookware. Because PTFE is durable and long lasting, it is used in a wide range of consumer products, including stain-resistant fabrics, food packaging, medical devices, electronics and fireproof coatings. PTFE is well suited for cookware use and is the nonstick coating of choice for high-performance results. PFOA (perfluorooctanoic acid) is used as a processing aid during manufacturing to help nonstick coatings adhere to pan interiors. On warranty returns, Calaphon has given me the option to choose a stainless steel pan instead of another PTFE. I maintain that Calaphon's warranty is the best around.
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If Erin's reply is correct, then it contains PTFE. From the Whitford website, "Xylan 8330: contains a high percentage of PTFE in the cured film for excellent nonstick properties"
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Yes, I checked the skillet and looked it up at their website. #622-30G is PFOA free. Good luck, enjoy the skillet!
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It is stated that these pans use Dupont's Autograph 2 technology. Dupont's web page (http://www2.dupont.com/Teflon/en_US/assets/downloads/pdf/DuPontAutograph2-SalesSheetK25441.pdf) states that Autograph 2 is ...◆ Made without PFOA
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The non-stick coating is ceramic based. Hence, there is no PTFE in the product. We now have a total of 4 of the pans, and, they are the best my wife and I have ever used. We are aged late 50's, so, we have used many pots and pans in our lives.
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It appears to be T-fal version of non-stick (Teflon) coating. According to the T-fal site all PFOA has been baked out during the bonding process. It appears to be reasonably durable, using non metallic utensils. I like insulated cookie sheets as long as the "cookie" doesn't need to be crisp on the bottom, i.e., there are times you want the sheet to get really hot on the bottom.
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Teflon. It may be BPA Free as someone said but that does not mean it is 100% safe. All teflon has The chemical - called perfluorooctanoic acid, or PFOA - is used to make compounds called fluoropolymers, which are used in turn to make Teflon and other products like oil and water-repellent coatings on carpet, textiles, leather and paper. If you cook at very high temperatures some of the chemicals can be released in the air as carcinogens. That said, I use my 5-1 Griddler often and just make sure I don't turn the heat way up. It's just another thing for us to worry about. The FDA came out with this over 14 yrs ago and still has done nothing one way or the other.
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From my understanding, the nonstick is a good thing since it means it is also PFOA-free
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Calphalon's Unison nonstick cookware has been approved by the FDA, but you should know that they do use PTFE to create their nonstick coating.