I need to know if the inside of the pot is free from anything but stainless steel? What metals are actually touching my food when I cook in it?
1672576
It is stainless steel. I bought it this summer and it is great. Very heavy and does not easily burn on.
1672577
I have this pot but haven't cooked in it yet. As far as I can tell, this is stainless steel throughout. Doesn't seem as though any other metal would be touching your food.
1672578
This pot is stainless steel, inside and out. No other material touching your food. I love this pot; it's very well made.
1672579
Not being a metallurgist, I cannot say for sure, but it appears to be nothing but stainless steel. The aluminum looks to be entirely sandwiched in the base and not exposed anywhere.
1672580
I purchased it as a Christmas gift> I did look at it and it is all stainless steel. It is a beautiful pot!
98706
Yep, mine appears to be all stainless (the base is actually stamped 18/10 grade), with the exception of the brass (I believe) pressure relief fitting inside and the silicone seal/gasket between the top and bottom halves. I'm totally against aluminum for cooking, which was the main reason I selected this Cuisinox model. I've used and washed mine hundreds of times since the day I purchased it and it shows no signs of rust or corrosion. It reminds me every morning, that it is one of a very few products I own where the feeling of quality still has not worn off. I've never even replaced the silicone seal on it. Great product period. Yep, mine appears to be all stainless (the base is actually stamped 18/10 grade), with the exception of the brass (I believe) pressure relief fitting inside and the silicone seal/gasket between the top and bottom halves. I'm totally against aluminum for cooking, which was the main reason I selected this Cuisinox model. I've used and washed mine hundreds of times since the day I purchased it and it shows no signs of rust or corrosion. It reminds me every morning, that it is one of a very few products I own where the feeling of quality still has not worn off. I've never even replaced the... » Read More Yep, mine appears to be all stainless (the base is actually stamped 18/10 grade), with the exception of the brass (I believe) pressure relief fitting inside and the silicone seal/gasket between the top and bottom halves. I'm totally against aluminum for cooking, which was the main reason I selected this Cuisinox model. I've used and washed mine hundreds of times since the day I purchased it and it shows no signs of rust or corrosion. It reminds me every morning, that it is one of a very few products I own where the feeling of quality still has not worn off. I've never even replaced the silicone seal on it. Great product period. « Show Less
845681
Yes, it has an inner layer of stainless steel that the food comes in contact with, the aluminum later (which is completely enclosed in stainless steel, so your food and kitchen surfaces never come into contact with the aluminum) and the bottom layer of stainless steel which comes in contact with the cooking surface.
929786
Well the entire pot is made of steel, but the inside is coated with the same ceramic as the outside with different colors. Mine is the black one with a solid black colored ceramic coating on the inside. Also, I've had mine for three years now and I haven't had any issues with rust nor do I expect to have any.
1537937
Hello, I checked the owner's manual and it did not mention the type of metal used in it's construction so I've sent an email off to the manufacturer for assistance. I will update when I get a response. In the meantime I found a site that mentions the different types of metals used for cookware and their potential hazards:http://eartheasy.com/blog/2009/01/healthy-cookware/
330011
As is noted below the reservoir and lid are mostly plastic, the interior of the pot appears to me to be stainless steel. I have had very good results with this unit. I rinse it with clean cold water after each use and occasionally clean it with hot soapy water and small long handled brush, give it a good rinse and let it air dry. I never once have had bitter coffee, and also would recommend it to anyone.
2119619
I'm not positive, but I think that you're right. I just dragged it out of the cupboard to look, lol. It appears to be aluminum with a stainless steel handle. It did not cause any discolouration to the pot that it sat in.
168199
The pan is probably not stainless steel. It has a non-stick coating, is lightweight and non-magnetic, so I'm guessing its aluminum.From the owner's manual: "The nonstick coating may wear out with use. "The nonstick coating may eventually discolor or peel off. This will not affect its Cooking or Keep Warm performances or sanitary properties, and is harmless to your health. If concerned with the peeling of the nonstick coating, please replace the Inner Cooking Pan by purchasing a new one."The pan is part number B297, and on the Zojirushi parts site it's currently $28. The pan is probably not stainless steel. It has a non-stick coating, is lightweight and non-magnetic, so I'm guessing its aluminum.From the owner's manual: "The nonstick coating may wear out with use. "The nonstick coating may eventually discolor or peel off. This will not affect its Cooking or Keep Warm performances or sanitary properties, and is harmless to your health. If concerned with the peeling of the nonstick coating, please replace the Inner Cooking Pan by purchasing a new one."The pan is part number B297, and on the Zojirushi... » Read More The pan is probably not stainless steel. It has a non-stick coating, is lightweight and non-magnetic, so I'm guessing its aluminum.From the owner's manual: "The nonstick coating may wear out with use. "The nonstick coating may eventually discolor or peel off. This will not affect its Cooking or Keep Warm performances or sanitary properties, and is harmless to your health. If concerned with the peeling of the nonstick coating, please replace the Inner Cooking Pan by purchasing a new one."The pan is part number B297, and on the Zojirushi parts site it's currently $28. « Show Less
1307977
Yes it's lead free. You can not find any trace of lead in this pot, because you're not cooking in the outter layer of the pot. There's an inside pot that drop inside of it and it's lead free.
681542
I believe the bottom is a very thick aluminum plate. The inside, sides & lid is completely stainless steel. in other words, the whole pot is stainless steel clad with an aluminum bottom for heat disbursement. I've had mine over 25 years and it still looks like new after regular household use. Just bought another for my sister and it is identical as my original ... not cheapened over the years. Great pot.
135737
I believe the aluminum layer is the inside core in the bottom of the both pans. There is nothing but stainless steel touching your food.
1118026
It is definitely stainless. This saute pan is absolutely great! It is a versatile, well-constructed and beautiful. An incredible and indispensable addition to a kitchen. Don't look at a gift horse in the mouth. You better snap this one up because it is an absolute steal!
1341404
There's no aluminum in ours. The element is probably high carbon stainless, because a magnet will attract it but less so than the other parts such as the pan, the brackets on the heating element, etc. So it is all steel of some sort or another. (The parts that contact the food, that is.)
476652
Yes - the pot is stainless steel - inside and out. It is thin - but it is steam cooking - so it works perfectly. I think they asked to soak with a little bit of vinegar to remove the deposits - not sure.All in all, a wonderful rice cooker. The peace of mind knowing you are cooking in stainless steel and the durability totally justify the cost.
195764
pot is non-stick. ceramic, no teflon. inside inner lid looks like stainless, no coating.
1825024
Hi, there is a metal/steel at the bottom inside the pot, I believed it's a heat element.
900908
Stainless on the exterior and nonstick on the cooking pot. No problems with either so far.