OXO · Non-Stick Kitchen Gadgets & Utensils
OXO Good Grips 2 Piece Silicone Spatula Set
Silicone spatulas present lower PFAS concern than nonstick cookware.
OXO Good Grips spatulas use silicone, an inherently PFAS-free elastomer. No nonstick coating or Teflon-family coating are involved. Lower concern product.
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Material
Silicone handles and heads, polypropylene trim
Brand disclosure
Brand is silent on PFAS
Lab data
No public lab test
Why this grade
Safe base material
Made from a material with no inherent PFAS use (ceramic, mineral, or natural fiber).
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
This spatula set features food-grade silicone heads bonded to polypropylene (plastic) trim and handles. Silicone is a synthetic polymer with very high heat stability and minimal leaching risk because its molecular bonds are extremely stable even at cooking temperatures. Polypropylene trim is a common, relatively inert plastic that does not contain BPA or phthalates by design, though very old or damaged PP can degrade. The combination is designed to be inert under normal kitchen use.
The brand's record and disclosure
OXO has a documented history of voluntary compliance with FDA food-contact material standards and has not been subject to major recalls for chemical leaching in kitchen tools. The brand does not publicly emphasize PFAS-free claims for silicone products, likely because silicone spatulas are not a primary PFAS vector (unlike nonstick cookware). OXO maintains manufacturing partnerships with audited suppliers but does not publish detailed material certifications on product pages.
How it compares in its category
Silicone spatulas are among the safest utensil choices compared to wooden (splinter/bacterial growth risk) or metal handles (heat conduction). Unlike nonstick cookware coatings, silicone has no known Teflon-family coating chemistry and poses no Teflon-type coating fume risk. Polypropylene trim is standard across budget and premium spatula brands; it performs identically from a chemical safety standpoint. This product sits in the middle tier for durability and comfort but is chemically equivalent to most competitor silicone spatulas.
If you buy it
Silicone spatulas tolerate oven heat up to around 400-450F without degradation; avoid prolonged direct flame. Hand wash rather than dishwasher to extend bond integrity between silicone and PP trim. Check every 12-18 months for peeling, cracking, or discoloration at the seam; silicone does not leach, but a compromised bond can harbor bacteria. Store in a cool, dry place; silicone can absorb cooking odors over time but this is cosmetic, not a safety issue.
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.”
Silicone degradation and seam failure
While food-grade silicone itself does not leach chemicals, the adhesive bond between silicone head and polypropylene handle can separate with repeated thermal cycling and mechanical stress. If failure occurs, bacteria can colonize the crevice, not chemical leaching per se.
Polypropylene trim brittleness
Polypropylene handles can become brittle and crack after years of exposure to heat cycling and dishwasher detergent, potentially creating sharp edges. Once cracked, PP does not typically leach BPA (it contains none), but sharp fragments are a physical hazard.
Lead or cadmium in ceramic or enamel
This product is silicone and plastic only; no ceramic glaze, enamel, or metal coatings are present that would carry lead or cadmium risk.
BPA, phthalates, or vinyl chloride in polypropylene
Polypropylene as a resin does not contain BPA, phthalates, or vinyl chloride by formulation. Food-contact grade polypropylene is regulated for these compounds under FDA guidelines and OXO sources compliant material.
Formaldehyde or volatile organic compounds (VOCs)
Silicone and polypropylene do not off-gas formaldehyde under normal conditions. Unlike melamine or phenolic resins, these polymers are not cross-linked with formaldehyde donors and carry no known VOC concern at kitchen temperatures.
What we don’t know
This grade is a model-based estimate from public materials, coatings, and brand disclosure at 80% 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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