PFAS score
Zojirushi · Rice Cookers
Zojirushi NHS-06 Rice Cooker/Steamer
Lower PFAS concern, stainless steel construction, but Zojirushi does not disclose material details or address PFAS.
The Zojirushi NHS-06 uses a stainless steel cooking vessel with no advertised nonstick or specialty surface coatings, which suggests lower inherent PFAS risk. However, Zojirushi provides no public statement on PFAS testing or material sourcing, leaving some uncertainty about minor internal components.
The safe swap
Aigostar
(2 pack) Rice Robot Personal Rice Cooker, PFAS-free, Nonstick. 1 Quart Capacity (4 Cups), with Stainless Steel Steamer Tray, Measuring Cups, Recipe
90/100 safety
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Material
Stainless steel inner pot and exterior; no nonstick coating disclosed
Brand disclosure
Brand is silent on PFAS
Lab data
No public lab test
Why this grade
Stain-resistant finish
Stain-resistant finishes are a common PFAS use.
Category baseline
cookware is a category where PFAS exposure is more common.
No PFAS disclosure
No public statement about PFAS in this product.
What we don’t know
This grade is a model-based estimate from public materials, coatings, and brand disclosure at 72% 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.
Safer alternatives in Rice Cookers
Aigostar
(2 pack) Rice Robot Personal Rice Cooker, PFAS-free, Nonstick. 1 Quart Capacity (4 Cups), with Stainless Steel Steamer Tray, Measuring Cups, Recipe
Nonstick coating (unspecified type); stainless steel steamer tray
Explicit PFAS-free claim is a strong signal, but lack of third-party verification or coating detail leaves moderate uncertainty.
⚠Risky category by default
Zojirushi
Neuro Fuzzy Rice Cooker & Warmer
Stainless steel inner pot, aluminum outer housing
Lower PFAS concern; standard rice cooker with non-coated stainless interior, but brand offers no explicit PFAS transparency.
⚠Risky category by default
Panasonic
Rice Cooker SR-3NAL
stainless steel inner pot, aluminum heating plate
Lower PFAS concern, stainless steel construction, but no public PFAS disclosure from Panasonic on this model.
⚠Risky category by default
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