Farberware · Silicone Cutting & Prep Boards
Farberware 11 inch x 14 inch Nonslip Cutting Board
Nonslip coating composition unclear, PFAS risk unknown.
Farberware does not disclose the material or treatment used for the nonslip surface. Without specification of the coating composition, PFAS presence cannot be ruled out.
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Material
Plastic or rubber nonslip surface, unspecified
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
Farberware's 11x14 cutting board pairs a plastic or rubber base with an unspecified nonslip surface treatment. The core material is likely polypropylene or similar food-contact plastic, but the brand does not publicly disclose the nonslip coating formula, which is the primary concern. Nonslip coatings often contain polymeric binders, silica, or synthetic rubbers; without transparency, you cannot verify absence of problematic additives or contaminants.
The brand's record and disclosure
Farberware (owned by Groupe SEB) has no documented history of major cutting board recalls in FDA or CPSC databases. However, the brand maintains silence on PFAS and nonslip coating composition, offering no third-party certifications (e.g., NSF International) or material safety data sheets for this product. This lack of transparency is typical for mass-market kitchenware but raises questions about ingredient vetting.
How it compares in its category
Most plastic cutting boards in this price tier share the same opacity around nonslip treatments. Wood or bamboo boards avoid synthetic coatings entirely but require more maintenance. Premium brands like OXO occasionally disclose material standards, though few explicitly rule out PFAS. Farberware sits in the middle of the transparency spectrum: no red flags, but no assurances either.
If you buy it
Avoid prolonged contact with hot foods or oils; wash by hand rather than dishwasher to reduce coating wear. Inspect the nonslip surface annually for signs of peeling, discoloration, or pitting; replace if coating degrades visibly. Store in a cool, dry location away from direct sunlight. Do not use for raw meat preparation unless you thoroughly sanitize between tasks, as the nonslip texture can harbor bacteria in microscopic pits.
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.”
Coating degradation and microplastic shedding
Nonslip surfaces are prone to wear and flaking over years of use and washing. If the polymer coating sheds, microplastics may contaminate food; no testing data is publicly available for this specific Farberware model.
Undisclosed polymer additives (non-PFAS)
The base plastic or nonslip rubber may contain colorants, UV stabilizers, or flame retardants not listed on packaging. Without a safety data sheet, you cannot rule out secondary hazards like antimony in polyester blends or other processing aids.
Bacterial colonization in nonslip texture
Textured nonslip surfaces trap moisture and food particles in microscopic crevices, creating ideal conditions for bacterial growth if not dried immediately. This is a hygiene issue rather than a chemical one, but documented in food safety guidance.
Lead or cadmium in pigments (if colored)
No recalls or testing reports link Farberware cutting boards to heavy-metal pigments. FDA food-contact plastic regulations apply, but independent verification is absent for this product line.
Leaching from base plastic at high temperatures
While polypropylene is generally stable below 90°C, direct contact with hot oils or boiling water may cause trace leaching of plasticizers or monomers. No test data exists for this specific board under thermal stress.
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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