Baker's Secret · Non-Stick Baking Molds
Bakerpan Silicone Round Cake Pans
Silicone base is lower concern, but nonstick coating details are not disclosed.
Bakerpan silicone pans are likely Teflon-type coating-free silicone, a lower-concern base material. However, the brand does not disclose nonstick coating composition or PFAS status, making full assessment impossible.
The safe swap
Calphalon
Square Savarin Silicone Baking Mold
80/100 safety
Same rubric that flunked this product. The swap earned its B.
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Material
silicone cake pan, unspecified nonstick coating
Brand disclosure
Brand is silent on PFAS
Lab data
No public lab test
Why this grade
Non-stick, chemistry undisclosed
Marketed non-stick without stating the coating chemistry.
Category baseline
cookware is a category where PFAS exposure is more common.
No PFAS disclosure
No public statement about PFAS in this product.
The full breakdown
What it's made of and why it matters
Bakerpan silicone cake pans are made from food-grade silicone, a synthetic rubber polymer that is inherently stable and non-reactive at normal baking temperatures. The hazard lies in the coating or any nonstick treatment applied to the silicone surface, which the manufacturer has not publicly detailed. Silicone itself does not leach heavy metals or degrade into harmful particles under typical home baking conditions (up to 400-500F).
The brand's record and disclosure
Baker's Secret (owned by Groupe SEB) has not published detailed material safety data, certification of coatings, or specific PFAS testing results for this product line. The brand does not prominently advertise PFAS-free status or third-party testing. This silence is notable in a category where competitors increasingly disclose coating chemistry and heavy-metal testing, making it difficult to assess whether any nonstick treatment contains regulated or restricted substances.
How it compares in its category
Silicone cake pans are generally lower-risk than hard-anodized aluminum or traditional nonstick cookware coated with Teflon-type coating (Teflon), as silicone does not require PFOA or PFAS to achieve nonstick properties. However, they lag behind brands that explicitly test for and certify PFAS absence or that use ceramic coatings. Traditional stainless-steel pans eliminate coating concerns but require greasing and are heavier.
If you buy it
Hand wash only, avoid scouring pads and abrasive cleaners that can degrade the surface. Do not exceed manufacturer temperature guidance (typically 450-480F). Inspect annually for visible cracks, discoloration, or sticky residue buildup that may indicate coating breakdown; replace if damage is evident. Store away from sharp utensils and heat sources to extend lifespan.
Beyond PFAS: other things we checked
Established hazard classes for this product type, assessed from public information. These never change the PFAS grade; a Likely flag caps the Verdict at “Buy with care.”
Nonstick coating composition (undisclosed)
The product sheet does not specify whether the silicone carries any secondary nonstick treatment or what chemicals are used in any coating. Unknown coating details prevent ruling out PFAS, heavy metals, or other restricted additives.
Coating degradation and particle shedding
Silicone pans can develop microscopic tears or peel if mishandled or overheated. Degraded coating fragments may shed into food, though silicone itself is not acutely toxic; long-term ingestion of particles is not well-studied.
Leaching from coatings at high heat
If the nonstick coating contains PFAS or other heat-reactive additives not disclosed by the brand, sustained exposure above recommended temperature could promote leaching. The lack of disclosure makes this impossible to rule out conclusively.
Heavy metals in pigments or colorants
No recalls or published test results for lead, cadmium, or other heavy metals in Bakerpan silicone pans have been identified. Silicone is not an inherent vector for these contaminants, though pigments in colored silicone variants are not publicly tested.
Bacterial growth in porous areas
Silicone can trap moisture in microscopic imperfections if not dried thoroughly after washing, but this is a hygiene issue rather than a chemical hazard specific to this product.
What we don’t know
This grade is a model-based estimate from public materials, coatings, and brand disclosure at 45% confidence. It is not a lab result.
No independent PFAS lab test is on record for this exact product. A lab test could move the score in either direction.
The brand has not made a specific, verifiable PFAS-free statement, so part of this score reflects that missing disclosure rather than a confirmed material.
Formulations and coatings change between production runs. Always check the current label before buying.
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