Breville · Rice Cookers
Cuckoo CR-0675F 6-Cup Micom Rice Cooker
Lower PFAS concern for rice cooker; no nonstick coating to carry PFAS risk.
The Cuckoo CR-0675F features a stainless steel inner cooking pot with no nonstick coating, which eliminates the primary PFAS pathway in cookware. The brand provides no public PFAS disclosure, but the material construction itself, stainless steel for food contact, poses lower chemical concern than Teflon-family coating-coated cookware.
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stainless steel inner pot, plastic exterior housing
Brand disclosure
Brand is silent on PFAS
Lab data
No public lab test
Why this grade
Category baseline
cookware is a category where PFAS exposure is more common.
No PFAS disclosure
No public statement about PFAS in this product.
Uncoated safe material
Bare, uncoated material (cast iron, stainless, carbon steel, or glass) with no surface treatment to contain PFAS.
The full breakdown
What it's made of and why it matters
The Cuckoo CR-0675F uses a stainless steel inner cooking pot, which avoids the PFAS-laden nonstick coatings found in many rice cookers. The exterior is plastic housing with electronic controls. Stainless steel does not leach problematic metals into rice under normal cooking conditions (rice cookers operate at or near 212°F, well below temperatures that trigger stainless steel degradation). The plastic exterior housing is not in direct food contact during cooking, reducing risk from plastic leachates.
The brand's record and disclosure
Cuckoo is a South Korean manufacturer with no publicly documented safety recalls or material safety controversies for this model line. Breville (the distributor in some markets) maintains general product compliance certifications but does not publish detailed material safety disclosures specific to this cooker. Neither brand has issued statements on PFAS avoidance, though the stainless steel design inherently sidesteps that risk. No formal third-party certifications (NSF, Underwriters Laboratories material testing) appear on this model's documentation.
How it compares in its category
Most budget and mid-range rice cookers use nonstick aluminum or coated steel pots, creating potential PFAS or ceramic-coating degradation concerns. The stainless steel design of this Cuckoo model places it in the safer segment for long-term material stability. However, higher-end Japanese brands (Zojirushi, Tiger) often offer similar stainless steel interiors with better corrosion resistance and longer warranties. This model sits in a solid middle ground: safer than nonstick alternatives, but not premium in durability claims.
If you buy it
Use only soft sponges or plastic utensils to avoid scratching the stainless steel pot; deep scratches can eventually expose underlying metal and promote minor corrosion over years of use. Do not exceed the maximum water line marked inside the pot. Replace the plastic exterior housing if cracks develop, as that could expose internal wiring. Clean the exterior vent areas monthly to prevent dust accumulation in the heating element; mineral deposits from hard water can be rinsed out periodically.
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.”
Stainless steel corrosion and minor metal leaching
If the inner pot is scratched or the stainless steel grade is lower, long-term exposure to acidic rice or mineral-rich water could promote surface corrosion. This risk is low for normal use but increases with aggressive scouring or hard water over 3-5 years.
Plastic housing off-gassing or leachables
The plastic exterior does not come into direct food contact. No recalls or documented off-gassing complaints found for this model. Standard food-contact regulations for the housing material are presumed met, though the manufacturer does not publish material certification details.
Electrical safety and thermal burn risk
No product recalls for electrical faults or burn hazards documented. As with all rice cookers, the steam vent and lid can reach boiling temperatures; risk is typical for the category and managed by lid design and warning labels.
Non-stick coating degradation (if applicable to variant)
This model explicitly uses stainless steel, not nonstick, so Teflon-type coating flaking or coating breakdown is not a concern for the cooking surface. Some units may have nonstick-coated accessories; check product specs before purchase.
Contamination from mineral deposits or bacterial growth in water reservoir
If the cooker is not drained and dried after each use, mineral buildup or mold growth can occur in hard-water areas. Regular emptying and occasional vinegar rinses prevent this; no design flaw is documented, but maintenance is user-dependent.
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.
Safer alternatives in Rice Cookers
Aigostar
(2 pack) Rice Robot Personal Rice Cooker, PFAS-free, Nonstick. 1 Quart Capacity (4 Cups), with Stainless Steel Steamer Tray, Measuring Cups, Recipe
Nonstick coating (unspecified type); stainless steel steamer tray
Explicit PFAS-free claim is a strong signal, but lack of third-party verification or coating detail leaves moderate uncertainty.
⚠Risky category by default
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