Is Chicago Metallic PFAS-free?
Across 24 graded products, Chicago Metallic averages F (28/100). 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 Chicago Metallic C or better, safest first
Chicago Metallic
Fluted Tube Cake Pan 51605
Carbon steel, bare/seasoned surface
Lower-concern choice; bare carbon steel has no PFAS-prone coatings, though brand discloses nothing.
⚠Risky category by default
Graded and flagged D and F, we’d swap these
Chicago Metallic
Half Size Sheet Pan
⚠Risky category by default
Chicago Metallic
Everyday Baking Sheet
⚠Risky category by default
Chicago Metallic
Aurora 10-inch Fluted Cake Pan
Steel, non-coated fluted pan
Lower-concern choice, uncoated steel cake pan with no PFAS vectors.
⚠Risky category by default
Chicago Metallic
50136 Bundt Pan
Steel with hard-anodized aluminum exterior
Lower-concern cookware; hard-anodized steel/aluminum typically avoids PFAS nonstick coatings.
⚠Risky category by default
Chicago Metallic
Nordic Ware Original Bundt Pan
cast aluminum with non-stick coating (unspecified)
Lower PFAS concern for occasional use; cast aluminum cookware is generally lower-risk, but coating composition remains undisclosed.
⚠Risky category by default
Chicago Metallic
Original Muffin Top Pan
Steel with non-stick coating (type unspecified)
Skip unless you can confirm non-Teflon-type coating directly with manufacturer.
⚠Nonstick, coating undisclosed
Chicago Metallic
Figmint Nonstick Aluminized Steel Muffin Pan
Aluminized steel with unspecified nonstick coating
Skip until Chicago Metallic discloses nonstick coating chemistry.
⚠Nonstick, coating undisclosed
Chicago Metallic
Everyday Nonstick Muffin Pan
Steel with nonstick coating, composition unspecified
Skip until coating composition is disclosed; nonstick cookware PFAS risk cannot be assessed without transparency.
⚠Nonstick, coating undisclosed
Chicago Metallic
USA Pans 12-Cup Muffin Pan
Steel with proprietary nonstick coating (unspecified type)
Skip until coating composition is disclosed, nonstick type unknown, PFAS status unclear.
⚠Nonstick, coating undisclosed
Chicago Metallic
Wilton Muffin Pan
steel with nonstick coating (type unspecified)
Skip until coating material is disclosed; nonstick cookware warrants clarity on PFAS use.
⚠Nonstick, coating undisclosed
Chicago Metallic
Figmint Jumbo Muffin Pan
Steel with dark nonstick coating (composition unspecified)
Skip until coating composition is disclosed, nonstick chemistry unclear.
⚠Nonstick, coating undisclosed
Chicago Metallic
24-Cup Mini Muffin Pan
Steel with unspecified nonstick coating
Skip until coating composition is disclosed, nonstick cookware PFAS risk is unquantifiable without transparency.
⚠Nonstick, coating undisclosed
Chicago Metallic
At Home Nonstick Muffin Pan
Metal (steel) with proprietary nonstick coating, composition unspecified
Skip until Chicago Metallic discloses nonstick coating composition.
⚠Nonstick, coating undisclosed
Chicago Metallic
At Home Nonstick Bundt Cake Pan
Steel with unspecified nonstick coating
Skip until coating details are disclosed; nonstick pans often contain PFAS, and Chicago Metallic provides no clarity.
⚠Nonstick, coating undisclosed
Chicago Metallic
50624 Bundtlette Cake Pan
Steel with nonstick coating (unspecified type)
Skip until Chicago Metallic discloses nonstick coating chemistry.
⚠Nonstick, coating undisclosed
Chicago Metallic
Williams Sonoma Goldtouch Nonstick Fluted Tube Cake Pan
steel with proprietary nonstick coating (unspecified polymer)
Skip until coating details surface, PFAS status unknown for this specific pan.
⚠Nonstick, coating undisclosed
Chicago Metallic
Cookie and Jelly Roll Pan
Steel with unspecified nonstick coating
Skip until Chicago Metallic discloses coating composition or provides PFAS-free certification.
⚠Nonstick, coating undisclosed
Chicago Metallic
At Home Nonstick Cookie Sheet
nonstick coating (type unspecified)
Skip until brand discloses nonstick coating chemistry.
⚠Nonstick, coating undisclosed
Chicago Metallic
Commercial Cookie Sheet
Steel sheet with unspecified nonstick coating
Skip until coating details are disclosed; nonstick cookware with unspecified surface treatment warrants caution.
⚠Nonstick, coating undisclosed
Chicago Metallic
Cookie Pan
Steel with nonstick coating (type unspecified)
Skip until coating is disclosed; nonstick type unknown creates avoidable uncertainty.
⚠Nonstick, coating undisclosed
Chicago Metallic
Commercial II Small Cookie Sheet - 12.25x8.75 Inch Non-Stick Baking Pan
steel with unspecified non-stick coating
Skip unless you confirm the coating type directly with the brand.
⚠Nonstick, coating undisclosed
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