What kind of non-stick surface? Do you know if it contains PFOA aka C-8 (Teflon has it) that EPA labeled as a possible carcinogin.
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The non-stick surface is made by Whitford. The material is Xylan #OC483 & 8333. You can find the specifics of the material on their website: www.whitfordww.com Thanks. Erin A. Shanahan, CFSPMarketing ManagerCadco, Ltd./BK Mfg.
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The non-stick surface is made by Whitford. The material is Xylan #OC483 & 8333. You can find the specifics of the material on their website: www.whitfordww.com Thanks. Erin A. Shanahan, CFSP Marketing Manager Cadco, Ltd./BK Mfg.
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If Erin's reply is correct, then it contains PTFE. From the Whitford website, "Xylan 8330: contains a high percentage of PTFE in the cured film for excellent nonstick properties"
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No. PTFE is the main ingredient in their nonstick coating. According to their label, PTFE is inert and will pass through the body without being absorbed.
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Teflon, as a non-stick surface has many detractors, its made in an environmentally unfriendly fashion, outgasses CFC's and its break-down products are (at least potentially) dangerous to birds and fish. 'The Green ceramic coating from this line is ostensibly ceramic based, and less toxic on several levels, plus they make the base out of iron/steel, not aluminum, and lastly it has a little bit of a dark green color. For more on Teflon http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Polytetrafluoroethylene And The press release of Cuisinart: http://www.cuisinart.com/about/press/681.html
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I am curious about the same thing - this oven looks perfect for my family EXCEPT the non stick interior - PFOA is no joke people. Stay as far away from non stick as you can get. If I end up ordering this oven, it will only be if I find out the non stick does not contain perfluorocarbons. Look them up. They are bad news.
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I am sorry I cannot answer that question. On my best guess I would say that it does have PFOA coating, but if you use the pan correctly not over heating it, it works just great and does not emit any fumes that may be harmful!
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According to the answer given here http://www.everythingkitchens.com/cuisinart-frittata-skillets-fp2-24bk.html to a similar question, it appears that it does contain PFOA.
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I have not. I've read a couple web pages, and the people don't say, but they all laud the non-stick surface. Here's their website, so perhaps you can email and ask. http://www.wilton.com/store/site/product.cfm?id=3E30D238-475A-BAC0-5C769424F6ABE6F1
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Sorry, I have no idea but would suggest you contact Calphalon directly for your answer --- I don't think its ceramic but don't really know. I found the following response to someone asking about Teflon coating when I was searching the internet: "Teflon coatings DO NOT CAUSE cancer and that is just a scare tactic used to sell other types of cookware. The digestive system CANNOT break down Teflon and if eaten will pass harmlessly through the digestive tract. However; I'm just a experienced chemist, what the heck do I know about chemical toxicity??" (Dan Semper Fi-cus.) Of course, you would have to believe him or do more research into it yourself to prove this is true. MM Sorry, I have no idea but would suggest you contact Calphalon directly for your answer --- I don't think its ceramic but don't really know. I found the following response to someone asking about Teflon coating when I was searching the internet: "Teflon coatings DO NOT CAUSE cancer and that is just a scare tactic used to sell other types of cookware. The digestive system CANNOT break down Teflon and if eaten will pass harmlessly through the digestive tract. However; I'm just a experienced chemist, what the heck do I know about chemical toxicity??" (Dan Semper Fi-cus.) Of... » Read More Sorry, I have no idea but would suggest you contact Calphalon directly for your answer --- I don't think its ceramic but don't really know. I found the following response to someone asking about Teflon coating when I was searching the internet: "Teflon coatings DO NOT CAUSE cancer and that is just a scare tactic used to sell other types of cookware. The digestive system CANNOT break down Teflon and if eaten will pass harmlessly through the digestive tract. However; I'm just a experienced chemist, what the heck do I know about chemical toxicity??" (Dan Semper Fi-cus.) Of course, you would have to believe him or do more research into it yourself to prove this is true. MM « Show Less
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No it does not contain "Teflon", but it does contain a PTFE coating which is what Teflon is made out of.
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I think they're similar in the ability to remain non-stick. The Green Earth pan uses a ceramic for non-stick coating. It does not contain PFOAs, which the EPA is investigating for toxicity.
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The interior coating is enamel which, I believe, means it is PFOA free. It is not non-stick.
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The product is made of a flexible teflon and is labeled PTFE (PFOA free)See this website for explanation of PTFE/PFOA http://home.howstuffworks.com/nonstick-cookware5.htm. Package directions advise not to use above 500F (260C). After you read the article at the website you can decide if the material releases chemicals. We usually slow cook at from 300-350F. The mat cleans very easily. Hope this answers you questions.
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I retained the packaging but it makes no mention of the word "Teflon", simply "non-stick" so if it's not Teflon, I would expect it to be a similar coating.
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It is coated with a product called Thermalon, which works very well, but the main selling point is that it contains no PTFE or PFOA materials. It feels very much like a ceramic coated pan we had, but it is not ceramic per-se.
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It is NOT teflon, it is a PTFE and PFOA free non-stick material - I called support to find out.
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Mine doesn't have that warning labeled on it. From what I just googled that label is a California requiredment. I honestly am not familiar with much of the cancer causing ingredients in anything. I personally will look further into this subject. Good question. Good stuff.
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It is a non stick surface - I still have the box and it does not say "Teflon" - with a registered trademark. So I don't think it is teflon. But it is awesome, whatever it is.