Crisco · Fabric Protection & Stain-Resistant Sprays
Crisco Professional 14 oz. Pan Release Spray - 6/Case
Coating chemistry unknown. No brand PFAS disclosure available.
Crisco spray is a pan release product with an unspecified nonstick coating. No PFAS information from the brand, and composition details are not publicly disclosed.
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Material
Propane, isobutane propellant; coating composition unstated
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 Professional Pan Release is an aerosol cooking spray propelled by propane and isobutane, which are inert hydrocarbons that disperse and evaporate during and after application. The active ingredient is a food-grade oil base (soybean or canola oil typical for Crisco products), but the nonstick coating composition, lecithin, mono- and diglycerides, or other emulsifiers, is not publicly disclosed by the brand. This lack of transparency makes it impossible to confirm whether the spray contains PFAS-based grease-proofing agents, which some competitor brands use in aerosol releases.
The brand's record and disclosure
Crisco (owned by B&G Foods) has not published PFAS-specific ingredient lists or commitments to phase out fluorochemical coatings in its aerosol products. The brand maintains food-safety certifications and uses generally-recognized food-grade emulsifiers, but does not voluntarily disclose coating chemistry or independent PFAS testing results. No product-specific recalls related to coating toxicity or aerosol propellant safety have been publicly recorded for this SKU.
How it compares in its category
Crisco Professional ranks mid-market for cooking sprays. Competitors like PAM offer similar propellant systems but also do not fully disclose PFAS status in aerosol coatings; some premium brands (e.g., organic alternatives) omit synthetic coatings altogether by using oil-only formulas without aerosol delivery. Aerosol cooking sprays as a category carry lower chemical exposure risk than nonstick cookware because the spray is applied in micro-thin layers and heats briefly at the point of contact rather than accumulating on a pan surface over repeated use cycles.
If you buy it
Use only on unheated cookware or after pans have cooled below 400F to avoid propellant decomposition. Apply in short bursts at arm's length to ensure even dispersion and minimize propellant inhalation. Store upright in a cool, dry place and do not puncture or incinerate the can. Replace if the spray valve clogs or sputters, as this may indicate propellant degradation or moisture ingress in the can.
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.”
PFAS in nonstick coating layer
Coating composition is proprietary and undisclosed by Crisco; PFAS use in aerosol pan releases is industry-common but not confirmed for this product. Inhalation exposure during spray application poses a small acute risk; chronic ingestion risk is minimal because cooking spray is applied in micrograms per use.
Propane/isobutane propellant inhalation
Propellants are chemically inert at room temperature but displace oxygen during application; repeated inhalation of aerosol mist in enclosed spaces could cause temporary lightheadedness. Use only in well-ventilated areas and avoid direct inhalation of spray plume.
Lecithin or emulsifier allergenicity
Crisco uses soy-derived lecithin in many products; individuals with soy allergies may react to skin contact during application, though food-grade spray applied to cookware poses negligible ingestion risk. No documented reactions specific to this aerosol formulation.
Can corrosion and leakage
Standard aluminum aerosol cans used for food products are food-contact safe, but long-term storage in humid or salt-air environments may cause pinhole corrosion and propellant leakage. No product-specific defects reported.
Thermal decomposition of propellant at high heat
If spray is applied to a hot pan (above 400F), propane and isobutane can partially decompose and release carbon monoxide and aldehydes in trace amounts. Modern kitchen ventilation typically disperses these rapidly, but high-frequency use on very hot surfaces may accumulate minor air-quality impact in poorly ventilated spaces.
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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