Is Gotham Steel PFAS-free?
Across 44 graded products, Gotham Steel averages F (20/100). 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 Gotham Steel C or better, safest first
Gotham Steel
Modern Collection 15-Piece Ceramic Cookware Set
ceramic nonstick coating (Teflon-type coating-free)
Lower concern for PFAS, but verify ceramic coating durability and chip resistance before purchase.
⚠Risky category by default
Graded and flagged D and F, we’d swap these
Gotham Steel
Natural Collection 12-Piece Ceramic Cookware Set
ceramic nonstick coating on aluminum core
Lower-concern option; ceramic is generally PFAS-free, but brand silence on coatings leaves some uncertainty.
⚠Risky category by default
Gotham Steel
Pro Cut 10 Piece Knife Block Set
stainless steel blades
Knife set poses lower concern; stainless steel blades are PFAS-free by design.
⚠Risky category by default
Gotham Steel
Cuisinart Advantage Color Collection 12-Piece Knife Set
Stainless steel blades
Lower concern, stainless steel knives carry minimal PFAS risk, but brand says nothing about coatings or handles.
⚠Risky category by default
Gotham Steel
Cuisinart Advantage 12-Piece Metallic Cutlery Set
Stainless steel cutlery (flatware)
Lower PFAS concern, stainless steel flatware is not a typical Teflon-family coating application.
⚠Risky category by default
Gotham Steel
Copper Cast Textured Nonstick 10.5-Inch Aluminum Griddle Pan
Aluminum with proprietary nonstick coating (unspecified)
Skip until coating chemistry is disclosed, nonstick cookware risks warrant transparency.
⚠Nonstick, coating undisclosed
Gotham Steel
Double-Sided Pancake Maker - Nonstick Ceramic Griddle For Pancakes & Omelets
Ceramic nonstick coating (unspecified formulation)
Skip unless Gotham Steel discloses coating composition, ceramic claims without PFAS transparency are insufficient.
⚠Nonstick, coating undisclosed
Gotham Steel
Numhew 6-Piece Anti-Rust Non-stick Stainless Steel Kitchen Knife Set with Knife Block, Black
Stainless steel blades; non-stick coating composition not disclosed
Skip until coating details are disclosed; Gotham Steel non-stick cookware has historically used Teflon-type coating-based coatings.
⚠Nonstick, coating undisclosed
Gotham Steel
Hammered 10 Piece Ceramic Nonstick Pots and Pans
ceramic nonstick coating (composition unspecified)
Skip until coating chemistry is disclosed, ceramic nonstick is vague and PFAS status unknown.
⚠Nonstick, coating undisclosed
Gotham Steel
Hybrid 13 in. Stainless Steel Nonstick Wok Pan with Lid, Honeycomb Crystal Technology, Induction Compatible
Stainless steel body with proprietary 'Honeycomb Crystal' nonstick coating (unspecified)
Skip until coating identity is disclosed, Gotham Steel's 'Honeycomb Crystal' nonstick is too vague to assess PFAS risk.
⚠Nonstick, coating undisclosed
Gotham Steel
Natural Nonstick Frying Pan
Ceramic-based nonstick coating (unspecified proprietary blend)
Skip until Gotham Steel discloses coating chemistry or provides third-party PFAS testing.
⚠Nonstick, coating undisclosed
Gotham Steel
Natural Fry Pan
Nonstick ceramic or titanium-reinforced coating (unspecified)
Skip until coating composition is disclosed.
⚠Nonstick, coating undisclosed
Gotham Steel
XL Double Reversible Grill
Nonstick coating, type unspecified
Skip until coating is clarified, nonstick cookware without PFAS disclosure carries inherent uncertainty.
⚠Nonstick, coating undisclosed
Gotham Steel
10.5" Griddle
nonstick ceramic-titanium hybrid coating (composition unspecified)
Skip until coating specifics are publicly disclosed, nonstick ceramic marketed without PFAS clarity is a red flag.
⚠Nonstick, coating undisclosed
Gotham Steel
Diamond Double Grill
Nonstick coating (type unspecified); aluminum or steel base
Skip until Gotham Steel discloses nonstick coating chemistry.
⚠Nonstick, coating undisclosed
Gotham Steel
Stovetop Grill
Steel with proprietary nonstick coating (unspecified)
Avoid until coating details are public; Gotham Steel does not disclose coating composition.
⚠Nonstick, coating undisclosed
Gotham Steel
Electric Folding Grill
non-stick coating composition undisclosed; appears to be electric heating grill
Skip until Gotham Steel discloses non-stick coating chemistry or provides third-party testing.
⚠Nonstick, coating undisclosed
Gotham Steel
20 Piece Nonstick Cookware and Bakeware Set
Nonstick coating (unspecified type)
Skip until coating composition is disclosed, unspecified nonstick raises PFAS uncertainty.
⚠Nonstick, coating undisclosed
Gotham Steel
Hammered Copper 9.5" Deep Square Frying Pan with Lid
Aluminum core with non-stick coating (unspecified)
Skip until coating details are disclosed, Gotham Steel's PFAS stance is unknown.
⚠Nonstick, coating undisclosed
Gotham Steel
Indoor Grill
nonstick-coated cooking surface, composition not disclosed
Skip until Gotham Steel discloses nonstick coating chemistry.
⚠Nonstick, coating undisclosed
Gotham Steel
Low Fat Grill
Nonstick ceramic or hybrid coating (unspecified proprietary blend)
Skip until coating composition is disclosed; nonstick cookware PFAS risk unclear without specifics.
⚠Nonstick, coating undisclosed
Gotham Steel
Pro Cut 2-Piece Knife Set
Stainless steel blades; handle and coating composition unspecified
Skip until Gotham Steel discloses coating materials or provides PFAS testing.
⚠Nonstick, coating undisclosed
Gotham Steel
12-Piece Nonstick Coated Kitchen Knife Set
Nonstick coating (unspecified type)
Skip unless Gotham Steel discloses coating chemistry, nonstick knife coating risk is unquantifiable.
⚠Nonstick, coating undisclosed
Gotham Steel
16-Piece High Carbon Stainless Steel Knife Set with Non-Stick Coating, Acrylic Stand, and Kitchen
High carbon stainless steel blades with non-stick coating (unspecified type)
Skip until Gotham Steel discloses the non-stick coating chemistry.
⚠Nonstick, coating undisclosed
Gotham Steel
1 Qt Saucepan Glass Lid Gray Nonstick Small Cooking Pot
Aluminum body with proprietary nonstick coating (unspecified type)
Skip until coating composition is disclosed, nonstick type unknown and brand offers no PFAS clarity.
⚠Nonstick, coating undisclosed
Gotham Steel
Pro Premier Hard Anodized Nonstick Cookware Set
Hard anodized aluminum with proprietary nonstick coating (unspecified)
Skip until coating details are public, no disclosure on nonstick chemistry is a red flag for PFAS-conscious buyers.
⚠Nonstick, coating undisclosed
Gotham Steel
10-Piece Graphite Cookware Set
Graphite nonstick coating (composition not disclosed)
Skip, graphite nonstick lacks PFAS transparency; safer alternatives exist.
⚠Nonstick, coating undisclosed
Gotham Steel
Pro Premier Nonstick Cookware Set
nonstick coating, type unspecified by brand
Skip until brand discloses nonstick chemistry; PFAS risk unclear.
⚠Nonstick, coating undisclosed
Gotham Steel
Diamond Frying Pan 11"
Non-stick coating (composition unspecified)
Skip until Gotham Steel discloses coating composition or independently certifies PFAS-free status.
⚠Nonstick, coating undisclosed
Gotham Steel
5.5-Quart Jumbo Cooker with Glass Lid
Aluminum with proprietary nonstick coating (unspecified)
Skip until coating is disclosed, nonstick cookware without PFAS transparency carries elevated risk.
⚠Nonstick, coating undisclosed
Gotham Steel
Fry Pan
Non-stick coating, composition unspecified
Skip until coating details are public; non-stick cookware with undisclosed chemistry carries PFAS risk.
⚠Nonstick, coating undisclosed
Gotham Steel
2-pc. Frying Pan Set
Nonstick coating (composition unspecified by brand)
Skip until coating details are disclosed; nonstick cookware with unspecified chemistry carries inherent PFAS uncertainty.
⚠Nonstick, coating undisclosed
Gotham Steel
Natural Collection Fry Pans, 12" / Cream & Silver
Proprietary nonstick coating (unspecified)
Skip until Gotham Steel discloses coating chemistry or provides third-party verification.
⚠Nonstick, coating undisclosed
Gotham Steel
Pan with Lid
Non-stick coating (unspecified type)
Skip until coating transparency improves; non-stick cookware without PFAS disclosure carries inherent concern.
⚠Nonstick, coating undisclosed
Gotham Steel
Pro Series NSF Nonstick Frying Pan with Removeable Rubber Handle
Nonstick coating (type unspecified)
Skip until coating is disclosed; typical nonstick cookware carries PFAS risk.
⚠Nonstick, coating undisclosed
Gotham Steel
Hammered Cream Nonstick Frying Pan
Aluminum with proprietary nonstick coating (unspecified polymer)
Skip until coating is disclosed, nonstick type unknown, PFAS risk unclear.
⚠Nonstick, coating undisclosed
Gotham Steel
Modern 11-Piece Ceramic Nonstick Cookware Set
Ceramic nonstick coating (type unspecified)
Moderate concern: ceramic nonstick avoids Teflon-type coating, but brand won't disclose coating chemistry.
⚠Nonstick, coating undisclosed
Gotham Steel
15-Piece Cookware Set
Nonstick coating (unspecified polymer)
Skip until coating identity is disclosed; nonstick cookware without transparent material sourcing carries PFAS uncertainty.
⚠Nonstick, coating undisclosed
Gotham Steel
Hammered Ceramic Cookware Set
Ceramic nonstick coating (proprietary, unspecified composition)
Skip until coating composition is disclosed, ceramic nonstick is often PFAS-free but Gotham Steel won't confirm.
⚠Nonstick, coating undisclosed
Gotham Steel
18-Piece Detachable Handle Cookware Set
aluminum core, proprietary nonstick coating (unspecified)
Skip until brand discloses nonstick coating chemistry or provides third-party PFAS testing.
⚠Nonstick, coating undisclosed
Gotham Steel
Hammered Nonstick Fry Pan Lid
Nonstick coating (unspecified polymer), metal lid/pan body
Skip until brand discloses nonstick chemistry or PFAS status.
⚠Nonstick, coating undisclosed
Gotham Steel
NSF Nonstick Fry Pan Handle
nonstick coating, type unspecified
Skip until coating type confirmed; likely Teflon-type coating-based without disclosure.
⚠Nonstick, coating undisclosed
Gotham Steel
Natural Collection 12 In. Fry Pan
Nonstick ceramic-hybrid coating (composition undisclosed)
Skip until brand discloses nonstick coating chemistry.
⚠Nonstick, coating undisclosed
Gotham Steel
As Seen On TV,Gotham ST-Shirtl Gotham ST-Shirtl Pancake Bonanza
Nonstick coating, unspecified type
Skip pending coating clarity.
⚠Nonstick, coating undisclosed
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