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Miele DGG20 Unperforated Steam Oven Pan
Lower PFAS concern, bare stainless steel steam oven pan with no coating or treatment.
The Miele DGG20 is an unperforated stainless steel pan designed for steam oven use. It has no non-stick coating, water-resistant treatment, or Teflon-family coating finish, just bare metal. Miele does not disclose PFAS information, but the material composition itself presents lower concern for forever chemicals.
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Stainless steel unperforated pan for steam oven use
Brand disclosure
Brand is silent on PFAS
Lab data
No public lab test
Why this grade
Category baseline
cookware is a category where PFAS exposure is more common.
No PFAS disclosure
No public statement about PFAS in this product.
Uncoated safe material
Bare, uncoated material (cast iron, stainless, carbon steel, or glass) with no surface treatment to contain PFAS.
The full breakdown
What it's made of and why it matters
The DGG20 is a solid stainless steel pan designed for use in Miele steam ovens, with no nonstick coating, enamel glaze, or ceramic lining. Bare stainless steel is chemically inert under normal cooking temperatures and does not degrade into food when used as specified. The unperforated design collects steam condensate and allows even heat distribution, which reduces thermal stress on the material itself.
The brand's record and disclosure
Miele is a German appliance manufacturer with a reputation for durability and engineering but has published no detailed public materials disclosing PFAS use in cookware accessories or specific heavy-metal testing results for this pan. No recalls or safety alerts specific to this product have been documented in public databases. The brand does not widely advertise third-party certifications for cookware safety, relying instead on EU food-contact material compliance.
How it compares in its category
Unperforated stainless steel steam pans are among the lowest-risk options in the steam cooking category because they lack the coating failure, degradation, and leaching hazards associated with nonstick or enameled alternatives. Compared to ceramic or aluminum steam pans, bare stainless steel avoids cadmium/lead glaze contamination and aluminum migration into food. This product represents a simpler, more durable design than many mass-market alternatives.
If you buy it
Use only in Miele steam ovens as designed to avoid thermal shock or damage. Hand-wash rather than machine-wash to preserve the stainless steel finish and prevent corrosion from prolonged exposure to dishwasher detergent. Inspect annually for pitting, discoloration, or rust spots; minor surface oxidation can be cleaned with vinegar or mild abrasive pads, but deep pitting warrants replacement. Store dry to prevent water staining.
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.”
Corrosion and rust if misused or stored wet
Stainless steel can develop surface rust or pitting if stored damp or exposed to chloride-rich environments over time, though this is a durability issue rather than a toxicity hazard. Proper drying and storage eliminate this risk.
Nickel leaching from stainless steel
Food-grade stainless steel (typically 304/316) used in Miele cookware is formulated to minimize nickel migration in contact with food. No public reports of problematic nickel leaching from this specific pan have been documented.
Thermal degradation or coating loss
Because this pan has no applied coating or glaze, thermal degradation hazards are not applicable. Bare stainless steel remains stable across typical steam oven operating temperatures.
Food contact material compliance
As a Miele product sold in EU markets, the pan is presumed to comply with EC Regulation 1935/2004 on food-contact materials, though no third-party certification or published test report is publicly available to confirm absence of prohibited substances.
Lead or cadmium in manufacturing residue
Unperforated stainless steel pans do not rely on glazes, enamels, or ceramic coatings where lead and cadmium contamination commonly occurs. No public safety alerts have flagged this product for heavy-metal contamination.
What we don’t know
This grade is a model-based estimate from public materials, coatings, and brand disclosure at 82% 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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