Is Ateco PFAS-free?
Across 8 graded products, Ateco averages F (54/100). On disclosure, the brand says nothing publicly about PFAS. 1 of its products grade C or better. Grades are model-based estimates, not lab results.
Worth buying from Ateco C or better, safest first
Ateco
699, 24 x 24-Inch Silicone Mat
silicone (food-grade, baking mat)
Lower-concern choice; food-grade silicone mats are not typical PFAS vectors, but no third-party verification available.
⚠Risky category by default
Graded and flagged D and F, we’d swap these
Ateco
Fondant Work Mat
Silicone mat
Lower-concern non-stick option; silicone mats typically avoid PFAS-based coatings, but verify directly with Ateco if PFAS concerns are critical.
⚠Risky category by default
Ateco
Non-Slip Cake Stand Pads
Rubber or silicone non-slip pads
Lower-concern product; non-coated rubber/silicone pads are unlikely PFAS vectors, but no public material disclosure.
⚠Risky category by default
Ateco
Bakedeco Ateco Pastry Cloth
Cotton/linen blend pastry cloth
Lower PFAS concern, it's untreated fabric with no nonstick or waterproof coating.
⚠Risky category by default
Ateco
Non-Stick Silicone Baking Work Mat with Measurements, 24" x 24"
Silicone
Lower-concern option; silicone mats rarely require PFAS, but Ateco provides no explicit assurance.
⚠Risky category by default
Ateco
Fondant Mat 24"x36" ATECO
silicone mat
Lower-concern product; silicone fondant mats typically PFAS-free, but Ateco provides no explicit confirmation.
⚠Risky category by default
Ateco
Nonstick Mat
silicone mat (coating type unspecified)
Skip until brand clarifies nonstick coating identity.
⚠Nonstick, coating undisclosed
Ateco
Non-Stick Fondant Mat
silicone or polymer non-stick mat (coating unspecified)
Skip until Ateco clarifies the non-stick coating; no public disclosure of materials or PFAS status.
⚠Nonstick, coating undisclosed
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