Crisco · Fabric Protection & Stain-Resistant Sprays
Crisco Pan Release Spray, 14 Ounce -- 6 per case
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Crisco spray contains mineral oil and lecithin but does not disclose propellant or anti-caking agent details. PFAS risk unclear without ingredient transparency on the aerosol formulation.
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Material
Mineral oil, lecithin, propellant spray aerosol
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
other 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
Crisco Pan Release Spray is formulated primarily from mineral oil (a refined petroleum product) and lecithin (a natural emulsifier), both food-contact approved. The propellant system is the critical unknown: while older aerosol cooking sprays used hydrofluorocarbon (HFC) propellants, modern formulations often use hydrofluoroolefin (HFO) or hydrocarbon propellants. Crisco has not publicly disclosed which propellant is in this product, creating uncertainty about potential PFAS presence in the spray mechanism itself. The mineral oil base itself carries minimal acute toxicity risk at food-contact levels but is a petroleum derivative with established environmental persistence.
The brand's record and disclosure
Crisco (owned by B&G Foods) has remained notably silent on PFAS contamination and propellant composition across its spray product line, despite industry-wide scrutiny following reports of PFAS in cookware sprays from competing brands. The company has not published safety data sheets, third-party certifications, or commitments to PFAS-free formulations. This lack of transparency is the primary concern; other major cooking spray manufacturers (e.g., PAM, Pam) have made some disclosure efforts or reformulation announcements, placing Crisco at the lower end of industry accountability.
How it compares in its category
Cooking spray products vary widely in propellant type and transparency. Oil-based alternatives without aerosol propellants (solid fats, butter, or pump-bottle oils) eliminate propellant uncertainty entirely. Among aerosol cooking sprays, brands with publicly stated HFO or hydrocarbon propellants and third-party testing claims offer more assurance than Crisco's silent approach. Crisco's price point is competitive, but its lack of disclosure puts it behind competitors offering similar performance with greater chemical transparency.
If you buy it
Use as directed: spray lightly onto cookware or baking surfaces from 6 inches away, and do not expose to direct flame or temperatures above 400F (the mineral oil will smoke beyond this point). Store in a cool, dry place away from heat sources; aerosol cans can rupture if heated. Do not spray directly onto food. Consider rotating to non-aerosol oil alternatives (liquid oils, butter, or silicone-based non-stick products) to reduce both propellant exposure and the PFAS uncertainty. Dispose of empty cans according to local aerosol recycling guidelines.
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.”
Undisclosed aerosol propellant composition
Crisco has not publicly identified whether the propellant is HFC, HFO, hydrocarbon, or another type. HFC propellants are ozone-depleting; HFO propellants have potential climate impact; some older formulations or batch variations may contain PFAS-based hydrofluorocarbons. This opacity is the core safety concern.
Mineral oil aspiration risk (inhalation)
Cooking spray aerosols are not meant to be inhaled; repeated inhalation of mineral oil mist can accumulate in lung tissue. Pregnant women and young children should avoid breathing spray clouds. Spray only in well-ventilated areas.
Thermal decomposition of mineral oil
When mineral oil-based sprays are applied to hot cookware or exposed to temperatures above 400F, thermal breakdown produces aldehyde and ketone byproducts (formaldehyde, acetaldehyde). These are volatile organic compounds with potential respiratory irritation. Highest risk with high-heat cooking methods.
Residue buildup on cookware
Repeated use of cooking sprays can leave polymer or mineral oil films on pans that degrade non-stick coatings and interact with water and detergents. This can shorten pan lifespan and create surfaces prone to sticking or off-gassing if the coating degrades.
Insufficient food-safety documentation
While mineral oil and lecithin are generally recognized as safe (GRAS) food additives, Crisco has not published batch testing data, allergen statements, or third-party food-contact compliance audits specific to this spray formulation. Accountability is below industry peers.
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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