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Our Place Ceramic Nonstick Always Pan 10.5"
Ceramic coating suggests lower PFAS risk, but brand lacks transparency on formula.
Our Place markets this as ceramic nonstick but does not disclose the coating's chemical composition or PFAS status. Ceramic cookware generally carries lower PFAS concern than Teflon-type coating, yet without third-party verification, certainty is limited.
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Material
Ceramic nonstick coating (unspecified formula)
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
The Always Pan uses a ceramic nonstick coating applied over a hard-anodized aluminum body. Ceramic coatings are marketed as Teflon-type coating-free alternatives that theoretically pose lower fume risk at high heat than traditional Teflon. However, Our Place has not publicly disclosed the specific ceramic formula, binder chemistry, or whether any fluorine-containing polymers are present in bonding layers. The aluminum substrate itself is food-safe at normal cooking temperatures but can leach if the coating degrades or is exposed to acidic foods.
The brand's record and disclosure
Our Place has built a reputation on design and wellness positioning but remains largely silent on material safety certifications and third-party testing. The brand does not appear to publish safety data sheets, testing reports, or independent certifications (e.g., NSF, GREENGUARD) specific to the Always Pan. No recalls or regulatory actions against this product are on record, but the lack of transparency on coating composition and migration testing limits confidence in long-term safety claims.
How it compares in its category
Versus traditional Teflon-type coating nonstick cookware, ceramic coatings do present a lower theoretical risk of Teflon-type coating fume inhalation at ultra-high temperatures. However, ceramic coatings are known to degrade faster than Teflon-type coating over repeated use and washing, potentially creating flaking and exposure to underlying aluminum. Compared to cast iron or stainless steel, ceramic nonstick trades durability for convenience; compared to lower-cost ceramic alternatives, Our Place commands a premium without published safety differentiation.
If you buy it
Keep heat below medium-high (never preheat empty or exceed 400F) to minimize coating stress and fume risk. Hand wash gently; avoid abrasive scrubbers and dishwasher cycles that accelerate coating wear. Inspect monthly for chipping, discoloration, or visible wear; if coating begins to flake or peel, discontinue use to prevent aluminum and ceramic particle ingestion. Replace within 3-5 years or sooner if coating integrity is visibly compromised; ceramic nonstick does not have the lifespan of traditional Teflon-type coating or cast iron.
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 flaking
Ceramic nonstick coatings are inherently more prone to chipping and peeling than Teflon-type coating during normal use and washing. Once the coating is compromised, users may ingest ceramic fragments or have direct contact with the underlying aluminum layer.
Aluminum leaching from substrate
If the ceramic coating degrades or is breached, the hard-anodized aluminum core can leach into acidic or alkaline foods. Anodizing reduces but does not eliminate this risk; no migration limits are published by the brand.
Unknown coating binder composition
Our Place has not disclosed what binders, additives, or bonding agents are used beneath or within the ceramic layer. Some ceramic nonstick products use organosilicate or organosiloxane precursors that release volatile compounds during heating; confirmation of absence is not available.
Fume generation at high heat (Teflon-type coating-free but unconfirmed limits)
While ceramic avoids traditional Teflon-type coating fume risk, ceramic coatings can release volatile organic compounds (VOCs) and silica-based particulates if heated above manufacturer guidelines. Our Place provides no published safe temperature ceiling or fume study data.
Lead or cadmium in glaze or enamel (cookware category standard check)
No recalls, regulatory findings, or independent testing results documenting lead or cadmium contamination in the Always Pan are publicly documented. However, the brand does not appear to publish heavy metal migration testing results.
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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