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
Tefal
T-Fal 6qt Stainless Steel Pressure Cooker with Straining Basket
stainless steel body, no nonstick coating
Lower PFAS concern, stainless steel pressure cooker without nonstick coating.
⚠Risky category by default
Tefal
T-fal Secure Aluminum Pressure Cooker
Aluminum body with stainless steel lid and valve assembly
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
Teflon-type coating (Teflon) nonstick coating on cooking surface
High PFAS risk due to Teflon-type coating nonstick coating; skip if PFAS exposure is a concern.
⚠Teflon (PTFE) coating
Tefal
T-fal Easy Care Nonstick Family Fry Pan 13.25 inch
Teflon-type coating nonstick coating (Teflon-type Teflon-family coating)
Skip if PFAS-concerned; T-fal uses traditional Teflon-type coating and makes no PFAS-free claim.
⚠Teflon (PTFE) coating
Tefal
T-Fal Simply Cook Nonstick Fry Pan with Lid
Teflon-type coating (Teflon) nonstick coating on aluminum base
Skip if PFAS-concerned; traditional Teflon-type coating cookware carries inherent Teflon-family coating exposure risk.
⚠Teflon (PTFE) coating
Tefal
T-fal Double Burner Griddle Pan
Teflon-type coating (Teflon) nonstick coating
Skip, traditional Teflon-type coating nonstick cookware carries established PFAS concern; consider PFOA-free or ceramic alternatives.
⚠Teflon (PTFE) coating
Tefal
T-fal Ultimate Hard Anodized Nonstick 5 Qt. Jumbo Cooker
Hard-anodized aluminum with Teflon-type coating nonstick coating
Skip if PFAS exposure is a concern; T-fal uses traditional Teflon-type coating nonstick without public PFAS-free claims.
⚠Teflon (PTFE) coating
Tefal
T-Fal Easy Fry Oven Air Fryer
Nonstick-coated cooking chamber; specific coating chemistry not disclosed by Tefal
Skip until Tefal discloses coating chemistry or certifies PFAS-free.
⚠Nonstick, coating undisclosed
Tefal
T-fal Easy Fry Max 5.3 qt Digital Air Fryer
Non-stick coated basket (composition unspecified by brand)
Skip or contact Tefal directly, no PFAS transparency on a non-stick air fryer.
⚠Nonstick, coating undisclosed
Tefal
T-Fal Simply Cook Ceramic Nonstick Sauce Pan with Lid
ceramic nonstick coating (composition not disclosed)
Lower concern than Teflon-type coating cookware, but coating chemistry unspecified by brand.
⚠Nonstick, coating undisclosed
Tefal
T-fal Stone Force Platinum Nonstick 3.2 Quart Saucepan with Lid
Nonstick coating (unspecified Teflon-family coating or alternative)
Skip unless Tefal discloses coating chemistry, nonstick cookware without PFAS transparency carries elevated concern.
⚠Nonstick, coating undisclosed
Tefal
T-Fal Revive Ceramic Nonstick 3 Quart Saucepan
Ceramic nonstick coating (type unspecified)
Skip until Tefal discloses coating chemistry, ceramic claim is vague on PFAS status.
⚠Nonstick, coating undisclosed
Tefal
T-Fal Revive Ceramic Nonstick Saucepan with Lid
ceramic nonstick coating
Lower PFAS concern, but ceramic nonstick specifics unclear, contact Tefal for coating details.
⚠Nonstick, coating undisclosed
Tefal
T-Fal Simply Cook Ceramic Nonstick Fry Pan
ceramic nonstick coating (composition unspecified)
Lower concern than Teflon-type coating, but coating details are opaque, ceramic nonstick warrants caution without transparency.
⚠Nonstick, coating undisclosed
Tefal
T-Fal Simply Cook Ceramic Nonstick Square Griddle
Ceramic nonstick coating (composition unspecified)
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
Tefal
T-fal Clipso Pressure Cooker
Stainless steel body; nonstick coating type unspecified
Skip until Tefal discloses nonstick coating chemistry or confirms Teflon-type coating-free.
⚠Nonstick, coating undisclosed
Tefal
RK302E15 8-in-1 Cooker
Stainless steel body with unspecified nonstick inner cooking vessel
Lower-concern pressure cooker with caution on inner nonstick layer composition.
⚠Nonstick, coating undisclosed
Tefal
, SEB ClipsoMinut’ DUO 5L Pressure Cooker
Stainless steel body; interior coating unspecified
Pressure cooker design and Teflon-type coating nonstick status unclear, contact Tefal or avoid if concerned.
⚠Nonstick, coating undisclosed
Tefal
T-Fal Jumbo Wok
Teflon-type coating (Teflon) nonstick Teflon-family coating
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
Tefal
T-Fal 7.3 Quart Infrared Air Fryer
Non-stick coating (Teflon-type coating-based, presumed)
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
Teflon-type coating (Teflon) nonstick coating on aluminum basket/pan
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
Teflon-type coating nonstick coating (Teflon-type) on air fryer cooking surfaces
Skip if PFAS-sensitive; Tefal does not disclose Teflon-type coating safety stance or PFAS-free certification.
⚠Teflon (PTFE) coating
Tefal
T-Fal Essentials Nonstick Jumbo Wok
Teflon-type coating nonstick coating (Teflon-family coating-based)
Skip if PFAS-concerned; T-Fal does not disclose chemistry or third-party testing.
⚠Teflon (PTFE) coating
Tefal
T-fal Comfort Nonstick Saucepan 3 Quart
Teflon-type coating (Teflon) nonstick coating on aluminum base
Skip if PFAS exposure is a concern; T-fal does not disclose PFAS status for this product.
⚠Teflon (PTFE) coating
Tefal
T-Fal Simply Cook Nonstick Dishwasher Safe Cookware
Teflon-type coating (Teflon) nonstick coating
Skip if PFAS avoidance is a priority; traditional Teflon-type coating nonstick cookware carries inherent PFAS concern.
⚠Teflon (PTFE) coating
Tefal
T-fal Easy Care Nonstick Cookware Saucepan 2 Quart
Teflon-type coating (Teflon) nonstick coating on aluminum base
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
Tefal
T-Fal Simply Cook Nonstick Sauce Pan with Lid
Teflon-type coating nonstick coating (likely PFOA-free modern formulation)
Mainstream Teflon-type coating cookware; lower PFAS risk than legacy products, but PFAS-free alternatives exist.
⚠Teflon (PTFE) coating
Tefal
T-fal Easy Care Nonstick Wok 14.25 inch
Teflon-type coating nonstick coating (Teflon)
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
Teflon-type coating (Teflon) non-stick Teflon-family coating
Skip if PFAS-concerned; Tefal does not disclose PFAS status for this wok.
⚠Teflon (PTFE) coating
Tefal
Jamie Oliver Tefal Ultra-Resistant Non-Stick Wok Pan
Teflon-type coating (polytetrafluoroethylene) non-stick coating
Skip if PFAS exposure concerns you; standard Teflon-type coating cookware carries inherent chemical risk.
⚠Teflon (PTFE) coating
Tefal
T-Fal Ultimate Hard Anodized Nonstick Wok
Hard-anodized aluminum with Teflon-type coating-based nonstick coating
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
Teflon-type coating (Teflon) nonstick coating
Skip if PFAS avoidance is a priority; ceramic or stainless alternatives are lower-concern options.
⚠Teflon (PTFE) coating
Tefal
Tempo Flame Wokpan
Teflon-type coating (Teflon) nonstick coating on aluminum base
Skip if PFAS-concerned; traditional Teflon-type coating nonstick cookware carries PFAS risk.
⚠Teflon (PTFE) coating
Tefal
T-Fal Easy Care Nonstick Fry Pan
Teflon-type coating-based nonstick coating (likely polytetrafluoroethylene)
Higher PFAS concern due to Teflon-type coating nonstick coating; skip if avoiding Teflon-family coating.
⚠Teflon (PTFE) coating
Tefal
T-Fal Essentials Fry Pan
Teflon-type coating (Teflon) nonstick coating over aluminum
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
Tefal
T-Fal Essentials Nonstick Fry Pan Set
Teflon-type coating (Teflon) nonstick coating on aluminum base
Skip if PFAS-concerned; T-Fal uses Teflon-type coating, a legacy Teflon-family coating with known environmental persistence.
⚠Teflon (PTFE) coating
Tefal
T-fal Ultimate Hard Anodized Nonstick Fry Pan Set
Hard-anodized aluminum with Teflon-type coating nonstick coating
Skip if PFAS exposure concerns you; Tefal has not disclosed Teflon-type coating-free formulations for this line.
⚠Teflon (PTFE) coating
Tefal
T-Fal Cook & Strain Non-stick Frypan
Teflon-type coating-based non-stick coating (likely C8 or legacy formulation)
Skip if PFAS exposure is a concern; T-Fal does not disclose non-stick chemistry or PFAS-free status.
⚠Teflon (PTFE) coating
Tefal
T-Fal Simply Cook Nonstick Square Grill Pan
Teflon-type coating nonstick coating (Teflon-type Teflon-family coating)
Skip if PFAS-avoidant; Tefal makes Teflon-type coating-based nonstick and discloses nothing about PFAS alternatives.
⚠Teflon (PTFE) coating
Tefal
T-fal Easy Care Nonstick Square Griddle 11 in
Teflon-type coating-based nonstick Teflon-family coating on aluminum body
Skip if PFAS avoidance matters; T-fal uses Teflon-type coating nonstick coatings known to contain fluorochemicals.
⚠Teflon (PTFE) coating
Tefal
T-Fal Essentials Double Burner Griddle
Hard-anodized aluminum with Teflon-type coating nonstick coating
Skip if PFAS-sensitive; T-Fal uses Teflon-type coating and discloses nothing about PFAS reformulation.
⚠Teflon (PTFE) coating
Tefal
G6 Unlimited Round Grillpan
Teflon-type coating (Teflon) nonstick coating
Skip if you want to avoid PFAS; Tefal has not disclosed or eliminated Teflon-type coating from this line.
⚠Teflon (PTFE) coating
Tefal
T-fal Simply Cook Square Grill Pan
Teflon-type coating-based nonstick coating on aluminum core
Skip unless you accept Teflon-type coating nonstick risk; safer alternatives exist.
⚠Teflon (PTFE) coating
Tefal
Trueval Tefal Grill Pan, 28 cm - Petrol
Teflon-type coating non-stick coating (Teflon)
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
Stainless steel body with Teflon-type coating non-stick coating
Teflon-type coating non-stick cookware, lower risk if used below 500°F, but PFAS concern remains; consider stainless steel alternative.
⚠Teflon (PTFE) coating
Tefal
Pressure Cooker Tefal
Teflon-type coating nonstick coating (Teflon-type)
Teflon-type coating nonstick cookware carries inherent PFAS concern; skip if PFAS avoidance is a priority.
⚠Teflon (PTFE) coating
Tefal
T-Fal Simply Cook Nonstick Fry Pan
Teflon-type coating-based nonstick coating
Teflon-type coating nonstick cookware with no PFAS disclosure.
⚠Teflon (PTFE) coating
Tefal
T-Fal Cook & Strain Nonstick Fry Pan Cookware Set
Teflon-type coating nonstick coating (Teflon equivalent)
Teflon-type coating nonstick cookware; traditional PFAS concern, no claims made.
⚠Teflon (PTFE) coating
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