FAQs
What does “non-toxic” mean for cookware?
Unfortunately, non-toxic doesn’t have a standard (or legally enforceable) definition, but it’s generally considered to mean “not harmful” to our bodies and environment. You’ll often find it in reference to ceramic-coated and other Teflon-free pans. Because coating formulas are usually proprietary and there’s not enough human-based research around cookware in general, it’s hard to know for sure if any pot, pan, or tool is entirely free of potential harm. If modern, synthetically coated cookware gives you pause, consider time-tested materials like stainless steel, cast iron, carbon steel, and enamel.
