F

Is Teflon PFAS-free?

Across 16 graded products, Teflon averages F (29/100). On disclosure, the brand says nothing publicly about PFAS. 2 of its products grade C or better. Grades are model-based estimates, not lab results.

Worth buying from Teflon C or better, safest first

Fiskars Silicone Craft Mat

Teflon

Fiskars Silicone Craft Mat

silicone craft mat (silicone-based, not cookware)

B
C
PFASAll
B · Low PFAS2 flags

Silicone craft mats pose lower PFAS concern than nonstick cookware.

Risky category by default

Ryobi Self-Healing Cutting Mat

Teflon

Ryobi Self-Healing Cutting Mat

PVC or rubber cutting mat, self-healing polymer base

B
F
PFASAll
B · Low PFAS3 flags

Cutting mat, not cookware.

Risky category by default

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

Recollections Self-Healing Cutting Mat

Teflon

Recollections Self-Healing Cutting Mat

Self-healing rubber or PVC mat

D
F
PFASAll
D · Elevated3 flags

Cutting mat likely lower concern; PFAS use uncommon in this category.

Risky category by default

Fiskars Rotating Cutting Mat

Teflon

Fiskars Rotating Cutting Mat

Self-healing cutting mat, likely PVC or rubber blend

D
F
PFASAll
D · Elevated3 flags

Cutting mats rarely use PFAS; low concern but no brand transparency.

Risky category by default

GrillPro Non-Stick Cooking Mats

Teflon

GrillPro Non-Stick Cooking Mats

Teflon-type coating (polytetrafluoroethylene) non-stick coating

F
F · High PFAS

Skip, Teflon-type coating non-stick coatings are Teflon-family coating containing or derived from PFAS precursors; higher concern for PFAS exposure.

Teflon (PTFE) coating

Kaluns 3-Piece Nonstick BBQ Grill Mats

Teflon

Kaluns 3-Piece Nonstick BBQ Grill Mats

Teflon-type coating (polytetrafluoroethylene) nonstick coating

F
F · High PFAS

Skip, Teflon/Teflon-type coating is a legacy Teflon-family coating with known PFAS ties; safer alternatives exist.

Teflon (PTFE) coating

GrillSimple Non-Stick Flex Grill Sheets

Teflon

GrillSimple Non-Stick Flex Grill Sheets

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

F
F · High PFAS

Skip, Teflon-type coating-based non-stick cookware carries elevated PFOA/PFAS concern; safer alternatives exist.

Teflon (PTFE) coating

Non Stick Reusable BBQ Grill Mat

Teflon

Non Stick Reusable BBQ Grill Mat

Teflon-type coating (polytetrafluoroethylene) non-stick coating

F
F · High PFAS

Skip, Teflon Teflon-type coating coatings are PFAS and a known source of Teflon-family coating exposure.

Teflon (PTFE) coating

Oven Liners for Bottom of Oven Thick Heavy Duty 17” x 25” 2 Pack Non-Stick Reusable Mats

Teflon

Oven Liners for Bottom of Oven Thick Heavy Duty 17” x 25” 2 Pack Non-Stick Reusable Mats

Teflon-type coating (polytetrafluoroethylene) non-stick coating

F
F · High PFAS

Skip, Teflon brand Teflon-type coating oven liners carry inherent PFAS concern despite being a legacy product.

Teflon (PTFE) coating

NoStik Silicone Roll and Pastry Mat

Teflon

NoStik Silicone Roll and Pastry Mat

Teflon-type coating (Teflon) nonstick Teflon-family coating on silicone base

F
F
PFASAll
F · High PFAS4 flags

Skip. Teflon brand product contains Teflon-type coating, a PFAS compound.

Teflon (PTFE) coating

Non Slip Mat For Cutting Board

Teflon

Non Slip Mat For Cutting Board

Teflon-type coating (Teflon) non-slip coating

F
F
PFASAll
F · High PFAS2 flags

Skip. Teflon contains PFOA-related PFAS concerns; use rubber or silicone alternatives.

Teflon (PTFE) coating

The Big One 4-pc. Nonslip Cutting Mat Set

Teflon

The Big One 4-pc. Nonslip Cutting Mat Set

Rubber or silicone nonslip mat, coating unspecified

F
F
PFASAll
F · High PFAS4 flags

Material unclear; nonslip coating source undisclosed by brand.

Nonstick, coating undisclosed

Ptfe Coated Nonstick Grill Mat Heat Resistant Reusable Grease Protection, Size: Black40*33cm

Teflon

Ptfe Coated Nonstick Grill Mat Heat Resistant Reusable Grease Protection, Size: Black40*33cm

Teflon-type coating (polytetrafluoroethylene) nonstick coating

F
F · High PFAS

Skip, Teflon-type coating is a PFAS compound; Teflon makes no PFAS safety disclosures for this product.

Teflon (PTFE) coating

Esepony 15.75 in. x 13 in. Teflon Grill Mats with Non Stick and Electric Grills for Outdoor Grilling and BBQ

Teflon

Esepony 15.75 in. x 13 in. Teflon Grill Mats with Non Stick and Electric Grills for Outdoor Grilling and BBQ

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

F
F · High PFAS

Skip, Teflon-type coating-coated cookware carries inherent PFAS concern; safer nonstick alternatives exist.

Teflon (PTFE) coating

PTFE Non-stick Mesh Grill Topper | 13.5" x 13.5"

Teflon

PTFE Non-stick Mesh Grill Topper | 13.5" x 13.5"

Teflon-type coating (polytetrafluoroethylene) nonstick coating on mesh substrate

F
F · High PFAS

Skip, Teflon Teflon-type coating is a known PFAS compound with no brand PFAS transparency.

Teflon (PTFE) coating

Figmint Nonslip Cutting Mat Set

Teflon

Figmint Nonslip Cutting Mat Set

Teflon-type coating (Teflon) nonslip coating on cutting mat

F
F
PFASAll
F · High PFAS3 flags

Teflon-type coating confirmed.

Teflon (PTFE) coating

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