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Caraway Perracotta Ceramic Non-Stick Double Burner Griddle
Lower-concern ceramic option; claim credible but lacks third-party audit.
Caraway markets this griddle with a ceramic (not Teflon-type coating/Teflon-family coating) non-stick coating and explicitly claims PFAS-free formulation. Ceramic coatings carry lower inherent PFAS risk than traditional Teflon-type coating, though the claim is not independently verified. No government recalls noted for this product line.
Brand says: “PFAS-free ceramic non-stick coating (per Caraway brand communications)”
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Ceramic non-stick coating, terracotta body
Brand disclosure
Brand claims PFAS-free
Lab data
No public lab test
Why this grade
Category baseline
cookware is a category where PFAS exposure is more common.
Brand-stated PFAS-free
The brand states the product is PFAS-free (self-declared).
Safe base material
Made from a material with no inherent PFAS use (ceramic, mineral, or natural fiber).
The full breakdown
What it's made of and why it matters
This griddle uses a ceramic non-stick coating applied over a terracotta (clay-based) body. Ceramic coatings are fundamentally different from Teflon-type coating (Teflon): they contain no Teflon-family coating and do not release Teflon-type coating fumes when overheated. The terracotta base is a natural clay product fired at high temperature, which makes it stable and not prone to leaching metals like lead or cadmium when properly formulated and manufactured to food-contact standards. The non-stick surface is typically silica-based, which is inert under normal cooking conditions.
The brand's record and disclosure
Carote (also sold as Caraway in some markets) has publicly marketed this product line as PFAS-free, which aligns with the material chemistry of ceramic coatings. The brand has not reported significant safety recalls or third-party complaints tied to coating failure, leaching, or fume hazards related to this griddle model. No independent third-party certification (e.g., GreenGuard, NSF) is widely publicized for this specific product, so the PFAS-free claim relies on material specification rather than external audit. The brand's disclosure is transparent about the ceramic technology but lacks detailed independent verification.
How it compares in its category
Ceramic non-stick griddles occupy a middle ground: they avoid the chemical concerns of Teflon-type coating-coated cookware but are less durable and heat-resistant than seasoned cast iron or stainless steel. This product is comparable to other ceramic griddle options (e.g., GreenPan, Our Place) in material class. Most ceramic coatings, including this one, are rated for lower maximum temperatures (typically 400-500°F continuous use) than Teflon-type coating alternatives. The terracotta body is heavier and slower to heat than metal bases, which can be an advantage for even cooking but a disadvantage for quick heating.
If you buy it
Use this griddle on medium to medium-high heat; avoid sustained high heat or preheating empty for extended periods, which can degrade ceramic coatings faster. Hand wash gently with soft sponges and avoid metal utensils or abrasive scrubbers that will chip the coating. Do not use in the oven above the manufacturer's stated temperature limit (check the product manual). Inspect the coating regularly for cracks, peeling, or bare spots; once visible damage appears, replace the griddle to prevent clay or coating fragments from mixing into food.
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.”
Ceramic coating degradation and microchipping
Ceramic non-stick coatings are durable but less resilient than Teflon-type coating under daily mechanical stress. Scratches, impacts, or use with metal utensils can cause flaking; ingestion of coating fragments is unlikely to cause acute harm but is undesirable. No recalls specific to this model have been publicly reported.
Lead or cadmium in terracotta clay base
Terracotta clays can occasionally contain trace lead or cadmium depending on source and processing. Carote's products have not been flagged by regulatory bodies for heavy metal contamination, and food-contact ceramic bodies are typically screened. Without published test results, this remains a theoretical rather than documented risk for this brand.
Thermal stress cracking of ceramic or clay body
Terracotta and ceramic are brittle; rapid temperature changes (e.g., moving from stovetop to cold sink) or uneven heating can cause thermal shock and cracks. Once cracked, the griddle is unsafe for cooking. Proper gradual heating and cooling minimize this risk.
Aluminum leaching from substrate (if present)
The terracotta body is clay-based, not aluminum. If any aluminum is present in the underlying structure, it would be minimal and sealed by the ceramic coating under normal cooking conditions; no leaching reports exist for this product.
Teflon-type coating fume inhalation (heat degradation)
Ceramic coatings do not contain Teflon-type coating and therefore do not release perfluorooctanoic acid (PFOA) or other Teflon-family coating fumes at high temperatures. This is a key advantage over traditional non-stick cookware and is not a concern for this product.
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.
Formulations and coatings change between production runs. Always check the current label before buying.
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