Traditional Dome Kettle 5KEK1222BAC vs Original Stainless Steel Double Wall Electric Water Kettle: which is safer?
Secura Original Stainless Steel Double Wall Electric Water Kettle is the clear pick. KitchenAid Traditional Dome Kettle 5KEK1222BAC carries a failing PFAS grade, and we never recommend buying a failing product.
KitchenAid
Traditional Dome Kettle 5KEK1222BAC
PFAS grade
D 65/100
Overall grade
F 59/100
Verdict
Skip
Hazard flags
⚑ 1
Material
stainless steel body, plastic handle
Confidence
78%
PossiblePlastic handle degradation or leaching
Our pick
Secura
Original Stainless Steel Double Wall Electric Water Kettle
PFAS grade
C 75/100
Overall grade
C 71/100
Verdict
Buy
Hazard flags
⚑ 1
Material
Stainless steel interior and exterior, no coating
Confidence
82%
PossibleNickel leaching from stainless steel
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