Vollrath · Roasting Pans
Vollrath Company Bake and Roast Pan 68250
Lower PFAS concern, stainless steel pan with no coating is a safe choice.
The Vollrath 68250 is a stainless steel bake and roast pan without a nonstick coating, which means no Teflon-family coating or PFAS-containing surface treatment. Vollrath does not market PFAS-free claims, but the material choice itself, bare stainless steel, carries lower concern for PFAS contamination than coated alternatives.
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Stainless steel
Brand disclosure
Brand is silent on PFAS
Lab data
No public lab test
Why this grade
Uncoated safe material
Bare, uncoated material (cast iron, stainless, carbon steel, or glass) with no surface treatment to contain PFAS.
Category baseline
cookware is a category where PFAS exposure is more common.
The full breakdown
What it's made of and why it matters
The Vollrath 68250 is constructed from stainless steel, a non-coated metal alloy primarily iron, chromium, and nickel. This material does not use nonstick coatings (Teflon-type coating), ceramic enamels, or glazes, eliminating the most common cookware hazards: Teflon-type coating fume release at high heat, lead or cadmium in decorative glazes, and coating degradation over time. Stainless steel is chemically stable under normal cooking temperatures and resistant to leaching.
The brand's record and disclosure
Vollrath is a Wisconsin-based commercial cookware manufacturer established in 1874, primarily serving food service and institutional markets. The company maintains NSF International and HACCP certifications, indicating compliance with food safety standards. No significant safety recalls or heavy metal contamination incidents are on record for their stainless steel bakeware line. Vollrath does not publicly disclose PFAS testing data, but this is not unusual for traditional stainless steel manufacturers since coatings are absent.
How it compares in its category
Most consumer roasting pans are either nonstick-coated (Teflon-type coating or ceramic, requiring temperature caution) or enameled cast iron (risk of lead in vintage enamel, chipping exposing raw iron). Uncoated stainless steel roasting pans like this one represent the safest material class for high-heat roasting and are the standard in commercial kitchens. The tradeoff is that food can stick more easily, requiring proper greasing or oil.
If you buy it
Hand-wash or use gentle machine cycles to avoid pitting and discoloration; avoid scouring with harsh abrasive pads that can scratch the surface. Stainless steel is safe for all standard oven temperatures and broiler use. Monitor for any white or gray discoloration (surface oxidation) which can be removed with vinegar or lemon juice but is cosmetic. Replace only if the pan warps or develops deep pits that trap food residue.
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 from stainless steel
Stainless steel contains nickel (typically 8-12% in 300-series grades). Acidic foods (tomatoes, vinegar, wine) can leach trace nickel under prolonged contact or high heat. Risk is very low for occasional use and minimal for most people; individuals with severe nickel allergies should exercise caution.
Chromium leaching from stainless steel
Chromium in stainless steel is locked in the chromium oxide passive layer and does not leach under normal cooking conditions. No recalls or documented cases of chromium migration from uncoated stainless steel cookware exist in the public record.
Lead or cadmium in metal or solder
Vollrath products sold in the US are subject to FDA cookware material regulations. No lead or cadmium contamination has been reported in their stainless steel bakeware; stainless steel formulations do not include these metals.
Coating degradation and flaking
This pan has no nonstick or enamel coating, eliminating the risk of flaking or peeling that occurs with coated pans over time. Uncoated stainless steel does not degrade into food.
Aluminum leaching
This is a stainless steel pan, not aluminum, so aluminum leaching is not a concern. Some roasting pans are aluminum-core; this product avoids that hazard class entirely.
What we don’t know
This grade is a model-based estimate from public materials, coatings, and brand disclosure at 78% 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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