F

Is Paula Deen PFAS-free?

Across 15 graded products, Paula Deen averages F (34/100). On disclosure, the brand says nothing publicly about PFAS. 4 of its products grade C or better. Grades are model-based estimates, not lab results.

Worth buying from Paula Deen C or better, safest first

Nonstick Ceramic Saucepan with Lid, PFAS-Free, Dishwasher Safe, Blue

Paula Deen

Nonstick Ceramic Saucepan with Lid, PFAS-Free, Dishwasher Safe, Blue

Ceramic nonstick coating

A
D
PFASAll
A · Very low PFAS2 flags

Lower-concern nonstick choice; ceramic coating reduces PFAS risk, but verify durability under repeated heating.

Risky category by default

11" 28cm Paula Deen Cast Iron Skillet Double Handle Hammered Black

Paula Deen

11" 28cm Paula Deen Cast Iron Skillet Double Handle Hammered Black

Cast iron, bare uncoated

A
B
PFASAll
A · Very low PFAS2 flags

Cast iron cookware carries lower PFAS risk as bare material.

Risky category by default

Paula Deen Cast Iron Griddle Skillet

Paula Deen

Cast Iron Griddle Skillet

cast iron (bare or seasoned)

C
C
PFASAll
C · Moderate1 flag

Lower-concern choice, cast iron is PFAS-free by nature, though brand discloses nothing.

Risky category by default

Paula Deen Cast Iron Frying Pan 12" / 30.5 CM 3.5" Deep Hammered Finish | Gas Compatible

Paula Deen

Cast Iron Frying Pan 12" / 30.5 CM 3.5" Deep Hammered Finish | Gas Compatible

cast iron, no nonstick coating

C
D
PFASAll
C · Moderate2 flags

Cast iron cookware, lower PFAS concern.

Risky category by default

Graded and flagged D and F, we’d swap these

Paula Deen Granite Ceramic Nonstick Griddle Pan For Tabletop Grill

Paula Deen

Granite Ceramic Nonstick Griddle Pan For Tabletop Grill

Ceramic-coated nonstick (coating composition not disclosed)

F
F · High PFAS

Avoid until coating is verified PFAS-free; ceramic nonstick is often Teflon-type coating-based.

Nonstick, coating undisclosed

11 in. Aluminum Healthy Granite Nonstick Coating Crepe Pan in Gray Heat-Resistant Ergonomic Bakelite Handle

Paula Deen

11 in. Aluminum Healthy Granite Nonstick Coating Crepe Pan in Gray Heat-Resistant Ergonomic Bakelite Handle

Aluminum with nonstick granite-style coating, unspecified Teflon-family coating or ceramic hybrid

F
F · High PFAS

Nonstick coating type undisclosed.

Nonstick, coating undisclosed

NEW!! Cookware Set Paula 6pc

Paula Deen

NEW!! Cookware Set Paula 6pc

Nonstick coating, type unspecified

F
F · High PFAS

Skip until coating details are disclosed; nonstick cookware warrants PFAS transparency.

Nonstick, coating undisclosed

Paula Deen Nonstick Red Speckled Cookware - Signature Frying Pan

Paula Deen

Nonstick Red Speckled Cookware - Signature Frying Pan

Aluminum with unspecified nonstick coating

F
F · High PFAS

Skip until coating details are disclosed; nonstick cookware typically contains PFAS.

Nonstick, coating undisclosed

Paula Deen Kitchen | Paula Deen Signature Nonstick 10" Purple 3 Quart 2.8l Skillet | Color: Purple | Size: Os | Meginthebox's Closet

Paula Deen

Kitchen | Paula Deen Signature Nonstick 10" Purple 3 Quart 2.8l Skillet | Color: Purple | Size: Os | Meginthebox's Closet

Nonstick coating, type unspecified

F
F · High PFAS

Skip, nonstick cookware with no PFAS transparency is a concern without independent testing.

Nonstick, coating undisclosed

Paula Deen 8qt Ceramic Nonstick Pressure Cooker Inner Pot & Glass Lid

Paula Deen

8qt Ceramic Nonstick Pressure Cooker Inner Pot & Glass Lid

ceramic nonstick coating (type unspecified); glass lid; inner pot material unclear

F
F · High PFAS

Skip until coating details clarified, ceramic nonstick may be PFAS-free, but Paula Deen discloses nothing.

Nonstick, coating undisclosed

14-Piece Ceramic, Non-Stick Cookware Set

Paula Deen

14-Piece Ceramic, Non-Stick Cookware Set

Ceramic non-stick coating over aluminum base

F
F · High PFAS

Ceramic non-stick carries lower PFAS concern than Teflon-type coating, but coating details are undisclosed, proceed with modest caution.

Nonstick, coating undisclosed

Paula Deen Signature 1 Qt Quart Non-stick Sauce Pan Red Speckled With

Paula Deen

Signature 1 Qt Quart Non-stick Sauce Pan Red Speckled With

Non-stick coating, type unspecified

F
F · High PFAS

Non-stick cookware, coating details absent.

Nonstick, coating undisclosed

Paula Deen Signature Red Speckled Non-stick 1 Qt Sauce Pan W/ Lid

Paula Deen

Signature Red Speckled Non-stick 1 Qt Sauce Pan W/ Lid

non-stick coating, composition undisclosed

F
F · High PFAS

Skip until coating details confirmed with manufacturer.

Nonstick, coating undisclosed

Ceramic Nonstick Crepe Pan, 10"

Paula Deen

Ceramic Nonstick Crepe Pan, 10"

ceramic nonstick coating on aluminum base

F
F · High PFAS

Ceramic coating suggests lower PFAS risk; coating details unclear.

Nonstick, coating undisclosed

Oslo Crepe Pan

Paula Deen

Oslo Crepe Pan

nonstick coating, unspecified type

F
F · High PFAS

Skip until coating type confirmed; nonstick cookware often contains PFAS.

Nonstick, coating undisclosed

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