Vollrath · Roasting Pans
Vollrath 68363 16 qt Top Roaster Pan
Lower-concern choice, stainless steel roasting pan with no PFAS-prone coatings identified.
The Vollrath 68363 is a commercial-grade stainless steel roasting pan with no nonstick or water-repellent coating that would typically contain PFAS. Vollrath does not make PFAS claims either way. Stainless steel cookware presents lower PFAS risk than coated nonstick products.
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Stainless steel
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 Vollrath 68363 is constructed from stainless steel, which is chemically inert and does not leach metals or organic compounds into food under normal roasting conditions. Stainless steel's chromium and nickel alloys form a passive oxide layer that resists corrosion and food interaction. Unlike nonstick coatings (which carry Teflon-type coating fume risk) or ceramic enamels (which may contain lead in glazes), bare stainless steel poses no degradation or off-gas hazard at typical oven temperatures (up to 500F for roasting).
The brand's record and disclosure
Vollrath is a US-based commercial cookware manufacturer (founded 1874) with no documented recalls, safety violations, or PFAS controversies in public records. The company markets primarily to foodservice and institutional kitchens, where material transparency is routine. No independent testing or third-party certifications (e.g., NSF, California Prop 65) have flagged stainless steel roasting pans from this brand; disclosure of materials is implicit in FDA food-contact compliance.
How it compares in its category
Stainless steel roasting pans are the safest category choice, avoiding nonstick coatings (Teflon-type coating fume risk if overheated), enameled cast iron (glaze degradation risk), and aluminum (minor leaching risk in acidic foods). The 68363 is a commercial-grade model, heavier and more durable than consumer alternatives, with no known cost or convenience trade-off. It represents the mainstream safety choice for large-capacity roasting.
If you buy it
Use at or below 500F; stainless steel is oven-safe to much higher temperatures but roasting does not require them. Wash by hand or dishwasher; stainless steel is resistant to both. Monitor for minor discoloration (harmless mineral staining) or pitting (rare; indicates water hardness, not a safety issue). This pan should remain food-safe for decades with normal care; replacement is driven by denting or wear, not material degradation.
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.”
Nickel leaching (stainless steel contact)
Stainless steel contains 8-12% nickel. Acidic foods (tomatoes, vinegar, wine) or prolonged contact can dissolve trace nickel. Vollrath does not disclose nickel content or leach testing; risk is low for occasional use and acceptable for most consumers, though individuals with nickel sensitivity should be aware.
Chromium leaching (stainless steel contact)
Chromium in stainless steel is bonded in the oxide layer and does not readily leach into food. No recalls or reports of chromium contamination from Vollrath stainless roasting pans are on record.
Aluminum leaching (not applicable)
This pan is stainless steel, not aluminum. Not a hazard for this product.
Teflon-type coating fume risk (thermal decomposition)
Vollrath 68363 is bare stainless steel with no nonstick coating. Teflon-type coating is not present; no fume risk at any oven temperature.
Glaze degradation (ceramic/enamel coating)
This pan has no ceramic or enamel coating. It is bare stainless steel and does not face glaze chipping, flaking, or lead-leach risks associated with enameled cookware.
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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