does the aluminum base come in contact with the food?
835406
No it does not come in contact with food. The aluminum base is a separate piece on the bottom.
1485642
I do not use my pan for any type of food preparation, due to the softness of the aluminum it is made from. I would not recommend purchasing this item.
590621
I don't think so. The fusion process prevents the interaction with food. It is like anodized aluminum.
2206080
yes it does-but it is in the core layer --the outer layer is quantanium so no direct contact if you are concerned with aluminum--these are excellent cook ware--superior heat distribution and food cooks quickly and efficiently--i have a set now and highly recommend
1937606
All surfaces that touch food are stainless. There is an aluminum disk bonded to the bottom that provides even heating, but it is isolated from the cooking surfaces. I retired an older Mirro cooker due to the same concern about using aluminum.
121073
I do not know. But if it is it shouldn't matter if it does not come in contact with the food.
990905
Meanly there is no aluminum and plastic contact with food. But I am not sure the sensor tip material
1952079
I called the customer service line to ask this specific question because in the past i have had terrible reactions to aluminum, mainly that I can't think straight after using aluminum cooking products. The woman at the end of the line said that it is Breville's company policy not to disclose the materials used to make their products. Seems fishy and misleading. I will be returning this product, I just cannot take the risk. BTW- I tried to see if I could take a peak inside but it was too complicated.
706374
Depending on the item, I think it could. I agree, acid might mess up the metal but other foods may be just fine.
1105769
This cookware has a non-stick coating, aluminum does not come in contact with the food, using medium heat the coating is enert so nothing should release into the food.
2211664
It's the same material as most plastic containers, so you might find that issue if you leave oil on it for a while. I personally hand wash my box and haven't noticed residue on my part. I guess it just really depends on the food. Sorry if I can't offer much insight in this.
558417
Yes the crockpot"s external aluminum surface does get hot to the touch during cooking.
2275252
The inner cover has an aluminum base. It will never come in contact with the food due to the polished stainless steel inner lid in between. The steam that passes through the inner lid is also is directed to the overflow cup and not back into the food.
1811550
Yes we have a layer of aluminum foil at the bottom of the tray. Just keep it away from the heat elements. Which is not a problem normally.hope that makes sense.
1135243
Not that I have noticed. With the rubberized feet. we don't move it much while cooking.
187058
There really is no base per say, the bottom edges of the metal canister are rounded so it doesnt scratch the surface its on. I have them at the salon to store bleach powder in, now i am curious and will have to look when I get back to work on tuesday....
1502176
My wife says it does not. I am not allowed to touch much in the kitchen unless it is already to eat. :)