is the nonstick surface PTFE-free as well as PFOA free?
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Why would you say "Yes, absolutely" ??? I can find nothing on the Ecolution website saying what exactly their "Hydrolon" nonstick surface material is made of,only that it is made without PFOA. In fact, everything I've found on the web suggests that it *is* PTFE only processed without using PFOA. Either way, it's a good griddle. Ours is 3 years old, is used about once a week, and the surface is still as good as new. And PTFE is the most inert substance imaginable - keep it below 500F and there are no health risks.
1051084
Yes absolutely! I have had this griddle for about a year now and it is in excellent condition. My favorite thing about it is the EASY clean up! Everything just wipes off it with little effort.
1051085
An email to Ecolution confirms that "Hydrolon" is in fact PTFE but PFOA is not used in the processing.
143905
It is a stainless steel liner with t nonstick coating PTFE, a fluropolymer. Sorry it took so long to answer, I was out of the country. I hope it helps.
1308815
There is no information on the box regarding pfoa coating. It shows as being slide and sear nonstick. Hope this helps.
1593045
If you read it clearly, in the description it states that it is PFOA/PTFE free. Some are saying otherwise. So is it really PFOA/PTFE free or what?
2123433
Hi Phil, unfortunately, I don't have the box any longer as I purchased these a couple months ago. However, the description on Amazon says that they are both PFOA-Cadmium Free AND PTFE Free. Hope that helps.
790268
The Costco literature says that the lining of the pans is "three interlocking layers of Teflon Platinum Pro nonstick coating . . . the coating is PFOA-free." PFOA means "perfluorooctanoic acid . . . [which] was used in the manufacture of nonstick coatings in years past."
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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.
1310935
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.
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I got the answer directly from Cuisinart this morning: Yes, the non-stick interior does have a light grey PTFE/PFOA non-stick coating called Lexon. It looks like metal because of the color but is a non-stick coating. I was disappointed to hear this and will be returning my unit, which I bought based on the erroneous "No Teflon" answers.
1094016
It is Ptfe and pfoa free. It is not ceramic, but is environmentally friendly.
599631
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 ... &#9670; Made without PFOA
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The correct answer is yes. From the item description on the Vollrath site - "S5220 coated with non-stick SteelCoat X3™ (made without PFOA) for easy food release and cleaning".
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The product is made of a flexible teflon and is labeled PTFE (PFOA free)See this website for explanation of PTFE/PFOA http://home.howstuffworks.com/nonstick-cookware5.htm. Package directions advise not to use above 500F (260C). After you read the article at the website you can decide if the material releases chemicals. We usually slow cook at from 300-350F. The mat cleans very easily. Hope this answers you questions.
1912742
The description says "Quantanium interior" which at best is only PFOA free. The PTFE is still needed for the nonstick results.
1258365
Teflon is a brand, this is not Teflon! Yes it is BPA free. Yes it does contain PFOA. The product is called Xylan. It is FDA approved. I will die from eating sausage patties that I intend to make on it before the coating will kill me! Don't be an alarmist, call Cuisinart! Great customer service! Oh, she said watch out if you have small birds in close to where you are using it. That's why I haven't self cleaned my oven yet, I have a dog and a husband and it is winter...P.S. You should smell my new oven when I turn it on!
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I love the griddle, I can't say anything about its PTFE-free or PFOA free. All I can tell you is I am really enjoying the griddle, its great for a lot of uses, Its easy to clean, and I like that! But all in all I am a very satisfied customer.
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I don't know, but when checking the Internet if there is PFOA it is a trace. I'm sorry, but still do not know. Will have to check the store and read the label on the cookware.