Baker's Secret · Non-Stick Baking Molds
Fat Daddio's Floral Star Silicone Bundt Pan
Lower concern, silicone typically PFAS-free. No brand disclosure available.
Silicone Bundt pans are generally formulated without PFAS, unlike nonstick coatings. Baker's Secret provides no public PFAS statement; contact for confirmation if sensitive.
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 (presumed Teflon-family coating-free)
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
This is a food-grade silicone molded pan, not metal with a coating. Silicone is an inert polymer that does not leach metals (lead, cadmium, aluminum) and does not require Teflon-type coating or other Teflon-family coating coatings to release baked goods. The "floral star" shape is purely molded into the silicone itself, with no glaze or enamel layer that could degrade or chip over time. Silicone's main advantage in cookware is that it eliminates the coating-degradation hazards inherent to nonstick metal pans.
The brand's record and disclosure
Baker's Secret (manufacturer Groupe SEB via T-fal) does not publicly disclose detailed material sourcing, PFAS content, or third-party safety certifications for its silicone cookware line. No recalls specific to this product or similar Baker's Secret silicone pans appear in FDA or CPSC databases. The brand has maintained low public profile on chemical disclosures compared to premium competitors, but no substantiated safety controversies have been documented for this product category.
How it compares in its category
Silicone Bundt pans sit between traditional metal cake pans (which require nonstick coatings) and high-end ceramic alternatives. Unlike coated nonstick cookware, silicone avoids Teflon-type coating fume risk and coating flaking; unlike uncoated metal, it requires no seasoning and is easier to release. Compared to ceramic-coated pans, silicone is more durable to thermal shock and less prone to glaze crazing. This makes it a middle-ground safety choice for occasional baking use.
If you buy it
Hand wash or use low heat in dishwasher (high heat can degrade silicone over years). Do not exceed 500-600°F (check product label); most silicone pans are rated to 400-450°F for food use. Inspect for tears, cracks, or discoloration before each use; silicone can develop odor or stiffening with age, signaling replacement. Avoid stacking heavy items on top when stored, as silicone can be punctured or warped.
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.”
Silicone degradation and leaching at high heat
Silicone is stable to ~400-450°F for food contact; prolonged or repeated use near upper limits may cause subtle silicone polymer breakdown or off-gassing of volatile organic compounds. No established health effect reported in literature, but commercial silicone cookware lacks long-term migration studies at high temperatures.
Coating or mold release residues
Silicone is molded, not coated; mold release agents (typically mineral oil or silicone-based) may be present on new pans. A thorough hand wash before first use eliminates this risk. No documented cases of harm from Baker's Secret silicone pan residues.
Lead or cadmium contamination
Silicone does not require pigments, glazes, or decorative enamels that historically contained lead or cadmium. The floral star design is integral to the molded silicone, not painted on. This hazard class is irrelevant to silicone pans.
Mechanical failure and food contact
Silicone Bundt pans can tear, crack, or develop thin spots with age or mishandling. Micro-tears are difficult to detect visually and could allow ingestion of silicone particles. Inspect regularly; replace if any damage is visible or suspected.
Allergen or odor absorption
Silicone can absorb and retain strong flavors and odors (garlic, spice, fat) over time, and potentially off-gas these back into food on subsequent uses. Dedicated use for sweet baking only minimizes this; thorough washing between uses helps but may not fully prevent cross-flavor transfer.
What we don’t know
This grade is a model-based estimate from public materials, coatings, and brand disclosure at 72% 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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