Canola Oil · Cast Iron Cookware Seasoning
Nexgrill Daytona Premium Griddle
Skip until brand discloses coating type and PFAS status.
Nexgrill does not publicly disclose the griddle's nonstick coating material or PFAS content. Unknown coating on cookware warrants caution; request specifications from manufacturer before purchase.
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90/100 safety
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Material
steel griddle with 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
The Nexgrill Daytona uses a steel cooking surface with an unidentified nonstick coating applied to the top. Steel itself is inert and food-safe, but the nonstick layer is the critical unknown: without manufacturer disclosure of whether it contains Teflon-type coating (Teflon), ceramic, silicone, or another polymer, you cannot assess fume risk at high heat or coating durability over time. Steel griddles naturally conduct heat well but require the coating to prevent rust and food sticking; degradation of that coating exposes the steel underneath, which can then leach small amounts of iron into acidic foods.
The brand's record and disclosure
Canola Oil, listed as the brand, is primarily known as a cooking oil manufacturer, not a cookware producer; this appears to be a rebranded or third-party griddle with minimal public safety documentation available. The manufacturer provides no published statement on nonstick chemistry, Teflon-type coating use, or coating safety testing. No major recalls or complaints specific to this model have been publicly documented, but the absence of transparency on coating type is a red flag for informed purchase.
How it compares in its category
Steel griddles are common and generally safer than aluminum in this application because steel does not leach into food at any temperature; however, nonstick coatings vary enormously in safety profile and durability. Competitors in the premium griddle space (such as Lodge or Le Creuset cast iron, or brands using disclosed Teflon-type coating-free coatings) provide either ceramic alternatives or explicit Teflon-type coating statements. This product's silent stance on coating composition puts it at a transparency disadvantage against brands with clear material disclosure.
If you buy it
Keep the griddle below 500°F to minimize any risk of thermal decomposition of the nonstick layer; most griddle cooking occurs well below this threshold. Inspect the coating regularly for peeling, scratching, or discoloration; if damage occurs, discontinue use and replace rather than attempt repair. Hand wash only to preserve coating integrity; abrasive scrubbers and dishwashers accelerate degradation. Before first use, contact the manufacturer directly to request the specific nonstick coating type and any Teflon-type coating or PFAS content data sheets.
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.”
Teflon-type coating fume risk (unspecified coating type)
The nonstick coating material is not disclosed. If Teflon-type coating-based, heating above 570°F can produce fumes; griddle use typically stays below this, but the unknown formulation means fume risk cannot be ruled out. Obtain coating specifications from manufacturer before assessment.
Coating degradation and steel leaching
As nonstick coatings wear (normal with use and age), exposed steel can contribute small amounts of iron to acidic foods. This is not acutely toxic but represents a quality and safety decline over time; replacement of the griddle or coating is the remedy.
Lead or cadmium in coating pigments
No public reports or recalls document heavy metal contamination in Nexgrill cookware coatings. Modern manufacturers typically avoid these, but without test data or brand certification (such as NSF or third-party safety approval), this remains unverified for this specific product.
Aluminum leaching (if substrate contains aluminum)
The product is described as steel, so aluminum leaching is not applicable. If the griddle body contains any aluminum core or cladding, acidic foods could leach small amounts, but steel-only construction avoids this risk entirely.
Rust and corrosion if coating fails
Steel will oxidize if the nonstick coating is breached and the griddle is exposed to moisture or acidic conditions. Proper hand washing and drying minimize rust risk, but coating failure accelerates corrosion; routine inspection is essential.
What we don’t know
This grade is a model-based estimate from public materials, coatings, and brand disclosure at 35% 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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