Cast Iron Ultimate Bundle vs Cast Iron Seasoning: which is safer?
Cast Iron Ultimate Bundle is the clear pick. Cast Iron Seasoning carries a failing PFAS grade, and we never recommend buying a failing product.
Our pick
Coconut Oil
Cast Iron Ultimate Bundle
PFAS grade
A 90/100
Overall grade
B 82/100
Verdict
Buy
Hazard flags
⚑ 2
Material
cast iron, bare or seasoned with coconut oil
Confidence
92%
PossibleIron leaching into food
PossibleRust and surface degradation
Crisco
Cast Iron Seasoning
PFAS grade
D 65/100
Overall grade
F 57/100
Verdict
Skip
Hazard flags
⚑ 2
Material
Soybean oil blend seasoning
Confidence
88%
PossibleRancidity and oxidative degradation
PossibleSmoke and fume generation at high heat
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