Our [gift-still packaged] label says these are nonstick - but doesn't specify surfacing agent. Aluminum plus what surface please? Thx.
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According to the T-Fal manufacturers website: http://www.t-falusa.com/Tefal+magazine/Recipes/Non-Stick+Safety.htm "All T-FAL non-stick coatings contain PTFE, (polytetrafluoroethylene) a remarkable plastic polymer. This is the slippery ingredient that makes the non-stick finish. PTFE is made up of "tetra fluoro ethylene" molecules that contain only carbon and fluorine. The non-stick coating is not attacked by acid or alkali bases and is very stable when heated. Health authorities in the US, Canada, France, Europe and other countries have approved non-stick PTFE coatings for use on cookware. Actually, it is an inert substance which does not enter into chemical reactions with food, water, or household cleaners. If ingested, it is totally innocuous to the body. Non-stick is so safe it is frequently used by the medical profession for coating heart stimulators, small pipes used as replacement arteries, and has even been injected into patients with serious kidney conditions. To cause any possible hazard to the consumer, it would be necessary to heat 36 non-stick frying pans simultaneously to 750F. Since in a domestic kitchen the maximum temperature possible to which a pan can normally be heated is approximately 575F, there is no risk should a pan be accidentally overheated."
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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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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.
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They are not coated with non stick coatings. It does not stick though, so far
23883
these pans are stainless steel and this surface is ceramic of some type. aluminum can be anodized but I don't think you can anodize stainless steel, saying that the " quantanium" surface is superior a Teflon based coating.
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For All-Clad pans with a stainless surface, you may use metal or other types of utensils. Obviously you don't want to apply too much pressure, to avoid scratching. But metal utensils are not harmful to the surface. On All-Clad nonstick, you want to use something other than metal such as silicone or wood.
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Well, they are still non stick, just not Teflon but anodized. The surface does not scratch-even though they say you can use metal utensils, I do not and never put them in a dishwasher either. I have 2 older skillets that are Analon and their surfaces are still perfect and fabulous. I have an electric cooktop, so I mostly start on med-high to medium and adjust from there. They are the most fantastic set of pans I have ever owned, and I've owned bunches! If they are good enough for Top Chef, they are good enough for me! You will not be disappointed.
673782
Yes, you need to grease these pans. These pan are not non stick. I usually spray Pam.
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They are non-stick, but I doubt anything is made of Teflon today. I just don't know. Sorry
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I really don't have the answer to that. Hope not because love the product. Remember your aluminium pans probably do have toxins and how long have we been baking directly on those.
299725
Don't use a paint - it might peel off in your food. Just polish them or re-electroplate them with a hobby plating kit.
1967507
Only used aluminum, but I was disappointed the set didn't come with a few rivnuts. Set works great, though!
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Material: Aluminum alloy These are great and work like non-stick even though I don't think they are coated. Plenty of room to store things inside while traveling and comes in a nice net bag. Hope this helps!
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It does not have a "non stick" surface. I would say with a little oil, butter - there is no sticking. It took some getting used to, as our prior set was non stick, but overall, these pans will last far, far longer. Non stick coatings tend to flake, scratch or even peel off over time. Hope that helps.
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Do some research on Zojirushi products and you will find that in every case the non-stick coating is a titanium ceramic compound. The typical coating in frying pans is Teflon. Thanks for trying to spread FUD (Fear, Uncertainty, Doubt) on a good product. How ignorant.
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They make a line coated with QuanTanium which is PFOA free. My rule of thumb is if it doesn't say "green"or "Eco non stick coating" I wouldn't. This description mentions neither. Research Green or Eco non stick bakeware and you should see choices more fitting your needs.
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It is a silicone glaze release agent which is not a non-stick product. This is a professional grade pan. Extremely nice. There is a video I watched this morning at www.webstaurantstore.com about Chicago Metallic bakeware. From this point forward I will only buy Chicago Metallic. I was very impressed. Thank you so much for asking. I received a very educational lesson today.
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Aluminum with a nonstick coating. Magnet won't stick and not a ceramic or plastic.