F

Is Tefal PFAS-free?

Across 49 graded products, Tefal averages F (10/100). On disclosure, the brand says nothing publicly about PFAS. None of its products grade C or better yet. Grades are model-based estimates, not lab results.

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

T-Fal 6qt Stainless Steel Pressure Cooker with Straining Basket

Tefal

T-Fal 6qt Stainless Steel Pressure Cooker with Straining Basket

stainless steel body, no nonstick coating

F
F · High PFAS

Lower PFAS concern, stainless steel pressure cooker without nonstick coating.

Risky category by default

T-fal Secure Aluminum Pressure Cooker

Tefal

T-fal Secure Aluminum Pressure Cooker

Aluminum body with stainless steel lid and valve assembly

F
F · High PFAS

Lower PFAS concern; aluminum pressure cookers typically avoid Teflon-family coating coatings, but verify with retailer.

Risky category by default

Tefal ActiFry Genius XL YV9700CH Single Hot Air Fryer

Tefal

ActiFry Genius XL YV9700CH Single Hot Air Fryer

Teflon-type coating (Teflon) nonstick coating on cooking surface

F
F · High PFAS

High PFAS risk due to Teflon-type coating nonstick coating; skip if PFAS exposure is a concern.

Teflon (PTFE) coating

T-fal Easy Care Nonstick Family Fry Pan 13.25 inch

Tefal

T-fal Easy Care Nonstick Family Fry Pan 13.25 inch

Teflon-type coating nonstick coating (Teflon-type Teflon-family coating)

F
F · High PFAS

Skip if PFAS-concerned; T-fal uses traditional Teflon-type coating and makes no PFAS-free claim.

Teflon (PTFE) coating

T-Fal Simply Cook Nonstick Fry Pan with Lid

Tefal

T-Fal Simply Cook Nonstick Fry Pan with Lid

Teflon-type coating (Teflon) nonstick coating on aluminum base

F
F · High PFAS

Skip if PFAS-concerned; traditional Teflon-type coating cookware carries inherent Teflon-family coating exposure risk.

Teflon (PTFE) coating

T-fal Double Burner Griddle Pan

Tefal

T-fal Double Burner Griddle Pan

Teflon-type coating (Teflon) nonstick coating

F
F · High PFAS

Skip, traditional Teflon-type coating nonstick cookware carries established PFAS concern; consider PFOA-free or ceramic alternatives.

Teflon (PTFE) coating

T-fal Ultimate Hard Anodized Nonstick 5 Qt. Jumbo Cooker

Tefal

T-fal Ultimate Hard Anodized Nonstick 5 Qt. Jumbo Cooker

Hard-anodized aluminum with Teflon-type coating nonstick coating

F
F · High PFAS

Skip if PFAS exposure is a concern; T-fal uses traditional Teflon-type coating nonstick without public PFAS-free claims.

Teflon (PTFE) coating

T-Fal Easy Fry Oven Air Fryer

Tefal

T-Fal Easy Fry Oven Air Fryer

Nonstick-coated cooking chamber; specific coating chemistry not disclosed by Tefal

F
F · High PFAS

Skip until Tefal discloses coating chemistry or certifies PFAS-free.

Nonstick, coating undisclosed

T-fal Easy Fry Max 5.3 qt Digital Air Fryer

Tefal

T-fal Easy Fry Max 5.3 qt Digital Air Fryer

Non-stick coated basket (composition unspecified by brand)

F
F · High PFAS

Skip or contact Tefal directly, no PFAS transparency on a non-stick air fryer.

Nonstick, coating undisclosed

T-Fal Simply Cook Ceramic Nonstick Sauce Pan with Lid

Tefal

T-Fal Simply Cook Ceramic Nonstick Sauce Pan with Lid

ceramic nonstick coating (composition not disclosed)

F
F · High PFAS

Lower concern than Teflon-type coating cookware, but coating chemistry unspecified by brand.

Nonstick, coating undisclosed

T-fal Stone Force Platinum Nonstick 3.2 Quart Saucepan with Lid

Tefal

T-fal Stone Force Platinum Nonstick 3.2 Quart Saucepan with Lid

Nonstick coating (unspecified Teflon-family coating or alternative)

F
F · High PFAS

Skip unless Tefal discloses coating chemistry, nonstick cookware without PFAS transparency carries elevated concern.

Nonstick, coating undisclosed

T-Fal Revive Ceramic Nonstick 3 Quart Saucepan

Tefal

T-Fal Revive Ceramic Nonstick 3 Quart Saucepan

Ceramic nonstick coating (type unspecified)

F
F · High PFAS

Skip until Tefal discloses coating chemistry, ceramic claim is vague on PFAS status.

Nonstick, coating undisclosed

T-Fal Revive Ceramic Nonstick Saucepan with Lid

Tefal

T-Fal Revive Ceramic Nonstick Saucepan with Lid

ceramic nonstick coating

F
F · High PFAS

Lower PFAS concern, but ceramic nonstick specifics unclear, contact Tefal for coating details.

Nonstick, coating undisclosed

T-Fal Simply Cook Ceramic Nonstick Fry Pan

Tefal

T-Fal Simply Cook Ceramic Nonstick Fry Pan

ceramic nonstick coating (composition unspecified)

F
F · High PFAS

Lower concern than Teflon-type coating, but coating details are opaque, ceramic nonstick warrants caution without transparency.

Nonstick, coating undisclosed

T-Fal Simply Cook Ceramic Nonstick Square Griddle

Tefal

T-Fal Simply Cook Ceramic Nonstick Square Griddle

Ceramic nonstick coating (composition unspecified)

F
F · High PFAS

Lower concern if ceramic coating is genuinely Teflon-type coating-free, but Tefal/T-Fal provides no public transparency on coating chemistry.

Nonstick, coating undisclosed

T-fal Clipso Pressure Cooker

Tefal

T-fal Clipso Pressure Cooker

Stainless steel body; nonstick coating type unspecified

F
F · High PFAS

Skip until Tefal discloses nonstick coating chemistry or confirms Teflon-type coating-free.

Nonstick, coating undisclosed

Tefal RK302E15 8-in-1 Cooker

Tefal

RK302E15 8-in-1 Cooker

Stainless steel body with unspecified nonstick inner cooking vessel

F
F · High PFAS

Lower-concern pressure cooker with caution on inner nonstick layer composition.

Nonstick, coating undisclosed

Tefal, SEB ClipsoMinut’ DUO 5L Pressure Cooker

Tefal

, SEB ClipsoMinut’ DUO 5L Pressure Cooker

Stainless steel body; interior coating unspecified

F
F · High PFAS

Pressure cooker design and Teflon-type coating nonstick status unclear, contact Tefal or avoid if concerned.

Nonstick, coating undisclosed

Tefal Non-stick Frying Pan

Tefal

Non-stick Frying Pan

F
F · High PFAS

Teflon (PTFE) coating

T-Fal Jumbo Wok

Tefal

T-Fal Jumbo Wok

Teflon-type coating (Teflon) nonstick Teflon-family coating

F
F · High PFAS

Skip if PFAS-concerned; Tefal uses Teflon-type coating nonstick coatings, a known PFAS class, with no public disclosure of PFAS-free alternatives.

Teflon (PTFE) coating

T-Fal 7.3 Quart Infrared Air Fryer

Tefal

T-Fal 7.3 Quart Infrared Air Fryer

Non-stick coating (Teflon-type coating-based, presumed)

F
F · High PFAS

Skip or use with caution; Teflon-type coating non-stick coating carries PFAS risk with no brand transparency.

Teflon (PTFE) coating

Tefal Easy Fry FW5018 Air Fryer

Tefal

Easy Fry FW5018 Air Fryer

Teflon-type coating (Teflon) nonstick coating on aluminum basket/pan

F
F · High PFAS

Skip if PFAS-concerned; Tefal makes no disclosure and uses Teflon-type coating, a known PFAS-based coating.

Teflon (PTFE) coating

Tefal Dual Easy Fry Air Fryer 8.3 L

Tefal

Dual Easy Fry Air Fryer 8.3 L

Teflon-type coating nonstick coating (Teflon-type) on air fryer cooking surfaces

F
F · High PFAS

Skip if PFAS-sensitive; Tefal does not disclose Teflon-type coating safety stance or PFAS-free certification.

Teflon (PTFE) coating

T-Fal Essentials Nonstick Jumbo Wok

Tefal

T-Fal Essentials Nonstick Jumbo Wok

Teflon-type coating nonstick coating (Teflon-family coating-based)

F
F · High PFAS

Skip if PFAS-concerned; T-Fal does not disclose chemistry or third-party testing.

Teflon (PTFE) coating

T-fal Comfort Nonstick Saucepan 3 Quart

Tefal

T-fal Comfort Nonstick Saucepan 3 Quart

Teflon-type coating (Teflon) nonstick coating on aluminum base

F
F · High PFAS

Skip if PFAS exposure is a concern; T-fal does not disclose PFAS status for this product.

Teflon (PTFE) coating

T-Fal Simply Cook Nonstick Dishwasher Safe Cookware

Tefal

T-Fal Simply Cook Nonstick Dishwasher Safe Cookware

Teflon-type coating (Teflon) nonstick coating

F
F · High PFAS

Skip if PFAS avoidance is a priority; traditional Teflon-type coating nonstick cookware carries inherent PFAS concern.

Teflon (PTFE) coating

T-fal Easy Care Nonstick Cookware Saucepan 2 Quart

Tefal

T-fal Easy Care Nonstick Cookware Saucepan 2 Quart

Teflon-type coating (Teflon) nonstick coating on aluminum base

F
F · High PFAS

Skip if PFAS exposure concerns you; T-fal uses traditional Teflon-type coating nonstick without public disclosure of PFAS content or mitigation.

Teflon (PTFE) coating

T-Fal Simply Cook Nonstick Sauce Pan with Lid

Tefal

T-Fal Simply Cook Nonstick Sauce Pan with Lid

Teflon-type coating nonstick coating (likely PFOA-free modern formulation)

F
F · High PFAS

Mainstream Teflon-type coating cookware; lower PFAS risk than legacy products, but PFAS-free alternatives exist.

Teflon (PTFE) coating

T-fal Easy Care Nonstick Wok 14.25 inch

Tefal

T-fal Easy Care Nonstick Wok 14.25 inch

Teflon-type coating nonstick coating (Teflon)

F
F · High PFAS

Skip if PFAS exposure is a concern; T-fal uses traditional Teflon-type coating coatings and makes no PFAS-free claims.

Teflon (PTFE) coating

Tefal Intensium Non-stick Wok

Tefal

Intensium Non-stick Wok

Teflon-type coating (Teflon) non-stick Teflon-family coating

F
F · High PFAS

Skip if PFAS-concerned; Tefal does not disclose PFAS status for this wok.

Teflon (PTFE) coating

Jamie Oliver Tefal Ultra-Resistant Non-Stick Wok Pan

Tefal

Jamie Oliver Tefal Ultra-Resistant Non-Stick Wok Pan

Teflon-type coating (polytetrafluoroethylene) non-stick coating

F
F · High PFAS

Skip if PFAS exposure concerns you; standard Teflon-type coating cookware carries inherent chemical risk.

Teflon (PTFE) coating

T-Fal Ultimate Hard Anodized Nonstick Wok

Tefal

T-Fal Ultimate Hard Anodized Nonstick Wok

Hard-anodized aluminum with Teflon-type coating-based nonstick coating

F
F · High PFAS

Skip if PFAS-avoidant; T-Fal uses Teflon-type coating (confirmed Teflon-family coating) with no PFAS disclosure or alternatives offered.

Teflon (PTFE) coating

Tefal Resist Wok/Stir-Fry Pan D52619

Tefal

Resist Wok/Stir-Fry Pan D52619

Teflon-type coating (Teflon) nonstick coating

F
F · High PFAS

Skip if PFAS avoidance is a priority; ceramic or stainless alternatives are lower-concern options.

Teflon (PTFE) coating

Tefal Tempo Flame Wokpan

Tefal

Tempo Flame Wokpan

Teflon-type coating (Teflon) nonstick coating on aluminum base

F
F · High PFAS

Skip if PFAS-concerned; traditional Teflon-type coating nonstick cookware carries PFAS risk.

Teflon (PTFE) coating

T-Fal Easy Care Nonstick Fry Pan

Tefal

T-Fal Easy Care Nonstick Fry Pan

Teflon-type coating-based nonstick coating (likely polytetrafluoroethylene)

F
F · High PFAS

Higher PFAS concern due to Teflon-type coating nonstick coating; skip if avoiding Teflon-family coating.

Teflon (PTFE) coating

T-Fal Essentials Fry Pan

Tefal

T-Fal Essentials Fry Pan

Teflon-type coating (Teflon) nonstick coating over aluminum

F
F · High PFAS

Skip if concerned about PFAS; T-Fal uses Teflon-type coating nonstick coatings with no public disclosure of reformulation or PFAS-free status.

Teflon (PTFE) coating

T-Fal Essentials Nonstick Fry Pan Set

Tefal

T-Fal Essentials Nonstick Fry Pan Set

Teflon-type coating (Teflon) nonstick coating on aluminum base

F
F · High PFAS

Skip if PFAS-concerned; T-Fal uses Teflon-type coating, a legacy Teflon-family coating with known environmental persistence.

Teflon (PTFE) coating

T-fal Ultimate Hard Anodized Nonstick Fry Pan Set

Tefal

T-fal Ultimate Hard Anodized Nonstick Fry Pan Set

Hard-anodized aluminum with Teflon-type coating nonstick coating

F
F · High PFAS

Skip if PFAS exposure concerns you; Tefal has not disclosed Teflon-type coating-free formulations for this line.

Teflon (PTFE) coating

T-Fal Cook & Strain Non-stick Frypan

Tefal

T-Fal Cook & Strain Non-stick Frypan

Teflon-type coating-based non-stick coating (likely C8 or legacy formulation)

F
F · High PFAS

Skip if PFAS exposure is a concern; T-Fal does not disclose non-stick chemistry or PFAS-free status.

Teflon (PTFE) coating

T-Fal Simply Cook Nonstick Square Grill Pan

Tefal

T-Fal Simply Cook Nonstick Square Grill Pan

Teflon-type coating nonstick coating (Teflon-type Teflon-family coating)

F
F · High PFAS

Skip if PFAS-avoidant; Tefal makes Teflon-type coating-based nonstick and discloses nothing about PFAS alternatives.

Teflon (PTFE) coating

T-fal Easy Care Nonstick Square Griddle 11 in

Tefal

T-fal Easy Care Nonstick Square Griddle 11 in

Teflon-type coating-based nonstick Teflon-family coating on aluminum body

F
F · High PFAS

Skip if PFAS avoidance matters; T-fal uses Teflon-type coating nonstick coatings known to contain fluorochemicals.

Teflon (PTFE) coating

T-Fal Essentials Double Burner Griddle

Tefal

T-Fal Essentials Double Burner Griddle

Hard-anodized aluminum with Teflon-type coating nonstick coating

F
F · High PFAS

Skip if PFAS-sensitive; T-Fal uses Teflon-type coating and discloses nothing about PFAS reformulation.

Teflon (PTFE) coating

Tefal G6 Unlimited Round Grillpan

Tefal

G6 Unlimited Round Grillpan

Teflon-type coating (Teflon) nonstick coating

F
F · High PFAS

Skip if you want to avoid PFAS; Tefal has not disclosed or eliminated Teflon-type coating from this line.

Teflon (PTFE) coating

T-fal Simply Cook Square Grill Pan

Tefal

T-fal Simply Cook Square Grill Pan

Teflon-type coating-based nonstick coating on aluminum core

F
F · High PFAS

Skip unless you accept Teflon-type coating nonstick risk; safer alternatives exist.

Teflon (PTFE) coating

Trueval Tefal Grill Pan, 28 cm - Petrol

Tefal

Trueval Tefal Grill Pan, 28 cm - Petrol

Teflon-type coating non-stick coating (Teflon)

F
F · High PFAS

Skip if PFAS exposure is a concern; Tefal does not disclose PFAS status for this cookware.

Teflon (PTFE) coating

Tefal Pressure cooker Secure 5 Neo p2530738

Tefal

Pressure cooker Secure 5 Neo p2530738

Stainless steel body with Teflon-type coating non-stick coating

F
F · High PFAS

Teflon-type coating non-stick cookware, lower risk if used below 500°F, but PFAS concern remains; consider stainless steel alternative.

Teflon (PTFE) coating

Pressure Cooker Tefal

Tefal

Pressure Cooker Tefal

Teflon-type coating nonstick coating (Teflon-type)

F
F · High PFAS

Teflon-type coating nonstick cookware carries inherent PFAS concern; skip if PFAS avoidance is a priority.

Teflon (PTFE) coating

T-Fal Simply Cook Nonstick Fry Pan

Tefal

T-Fal Simply Cook Nonstick Fry Pan

Teflon-type coating-based nonstick coating

F
F · High PFAS

Teflon-type coating nonstick cookware with no PFAS disclosure.

Teflon (PTFE) coating

T-Fal Cook & Strain Nonstick Fry Pan Cookware Set

Tefal

T-Fal Cook & Strain Nonstick Fry Pan Cookware Set

Teflon-type coating nonstick coating (Teflon equivalent)

F
F · High PFAS

Teflon-type coating nonstick cookware; traditional PFAS concern, no claims made.

Teflon (PTFE) coating

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