Oxo Good Grips · Non-Stick Kitchen Gadgets
OXO Good Grips Pro Non-Stick Frying Pan Skillet Set 2-Piece
Skip until OXO discloses non-stick coating type.
OXO does not publicly specify what non-stick coating is used on this pan. Standard industry practice for cookware like this involves Teflon-type coating or other Teflon-family coating, but confirmation from the brand is absent.
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Material
non-stick coating, type 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
OXO Good Grips Pro uses a proprietary non-stick coating that the company does not publicly specify as Teflon-type coating-based or Teflon-type coating-free. The pan body is typically hard-anodized aluminum with the non-stick layer applied on top. Without disclosure of the coating chemistry, it is impossible to assess whether heating above safe temperatures poses fume inhalation risk or whether the coating contains legacy PFAS compounds like Teflon-type coating or newer fluorine-free alternatives.
The brand's record and disclosure
OXO has not published a material transparency statement or PFAS disclosure policy for its cookware line. The brand does not voluntarily specify coating type (Teflon-type coating, ceramic, Teflon-type coating-free Teflon-family coating) on product packaging or websites. OXO has not been the subject of major cookware safety recalls, but the absence of proactive disclosure is a red flag in a category where consumer concern about PFAS and fume emissions is well-documented and growing.
How it compares in its category
Most major cookware brands now explicitly state coating type on packaging (GreenPan: ceramic; T-fal: Teflon-type coating; Caraway: Teflon-type coating-free) or publish materials certifications. OXO's silence puts it behind transparent competitors and on par with budget brands that avoid disclosure. Hard-anodized aluminum bases are industry standard and generally safe; the non-stick layer is the variable driving safety perception.
If you buy it
Never heat above 500°F (260°C) unless OXO explicitly confirms the coating remains safe at higher temps. Use silicone or wooden utensils only; metal utensils can chip the coating. Hand-wash rather than dishwasher to preserve coating integrity and reduce risk of accelerated degradation. Replace the pan if the non-stick surface shows visible flaking, pitting, or loss of release properties, as degraded coating may leach or release particles.
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.”
Teflon-type coating fume inhalation risk (if coating is Teflon-type coating-based)
If the non-stick coating is traditional Teflon-type coating (Teflon), overheating above 500°F can release toxic fumes. OXO does not disclose coating type, so risk cannot be ruled out. Many consumers assume modern non-stick pans are Teflon-type coating-free, but OXO's silence suggests no commitment to that.
Coating degradation and leaching
Hard-anodized aluminum pans with applied non-stick coatings degrade faster than ceramic or cast iron when scratched or overheated. Once the coating flakes or pits, the underlying aluminum may leach; fluorine-containing coatings may also release degradation byproducts. Frequency and rate depend on cooking habits and coating quality, both unknown here.
Aluminum leaching from substrate
Hard-anodized aluminum is designed to prevent direct contact between cooking surfaces and bare aluminum; the anodized layer acts as a barrier. No known issues with OXO Good Grips Pro aluminum leaching have been reported if the non-stick coating remains intact. Risk rises if coating degrades significantly.
Lead or cadmium in ceramic-type glazes (if hybrid coating)
If OXO uses a ceramic-hybrid or enamel-reinforced non-stick coating, lead/cadmium contamination is theoretically possible but unlikely in US-made cookware meeting FDA standards. No recalls or reports exist for OXO Good Grips Pro. Confirmed only if OXO specifies a ceramic component.
Lack of material transparency and consumer confidence
OXO's refusal or inability to disclose non-stick coating type in an era of PFAS awareness has prompted consumer questions online and in reviews. This is not a direct health hazard but reflects failure to meet modern consumer safety communication norms, increasing perceived risk and trust deficit.
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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