PFAS in Bakeware, Which Brands Grade Best and Worst

Based on available materials and public disclosure data, ceramic-coated bakeware from brands like Caraway, GreenPan, and Le Creuset consistently earns "Excellent" model-based estimates for lower PFAS concern, while several classic Teflon-style nonstick sheet pans from USA Pan, T-fal, and vintage Revere score at the bottom of our scale. This guide compares specific graded products so you can see exactly where the lines are drawn and why, using our model-based estimates rather than lab certainty.

The clearest standout in our database is the GreenPan GreenLife Ceramic Nonstick Bakeware, which posts a perfect 100/100 in our model-based safety estimate, tied with the Caraway Caraway Ceramic Baking Sheet. Both rely on ceramic-based nonstick surfaces rather than traditional PTFE (Teflon) coatings, and both brands publicly state their products are made without added PFAS. These are brand claims, not independent lab certifications, but combined with the ceramic coating chemistry, they support a "lower concern" rating rather than the higher-risk profile associated with older PTFE nonstick pans.

Summary Comparison

Product	PFAS Grade (Model Estimate)	Verdict
GreenPan GreenLife Ceramic Nonstick Bakeware	Excellent (100/100)	Top-scoring ceramic nonstick, lower concern
Caraway Caraway Ceramic Baking Sheet	Excellent (100/100)	Top-scoring ceramic nonstick, lower concern
Caraway Baking Sheet & Cooling Rack	Excellent (90/100)	Strong performer, ceramic coating
GreenPan Reserve Quarter Sheet Pan	Excellent (90/100)	Strong performer, ceramic coating
Le Creuset Square Baking Sheet	Excellent (90/100)	Enameled steel, lower concern
Le Creuset Jelly Roll/Large Pan	Excellent (90/100)	Enameled steel, lower concern
Caraway Home Ceramic Baking Sheet Duo	Excellent (90/100)	Strong performer, ceramic coating
Staub 4-Piece Baking Dish Set	Excellent (90/100)	Enameled cast iron, lower concern
Caraway Ceramic Nonstick Cookie Sheet	Excellent (90/100)	Strong performer, ceramic coating
Le Creuset Rectangular Oven Tray	Excellent (80/100)	Solid, lower concern
Le Creuset Rectangular Cake Tin	Excellent (80/100)	Solid, lower concern
Oneida Textured Loaf Pan	Excellent (75/100)	Good, lower concern
USA Pan 3-piece Non-Stick Bakeware Set	Bad (5/100)	Avoid, high concern coating
T-Fal Simply Cook Nonstick Roaster	Bad (5/100)	Avoid, high concern coating
USA Pan Cookie Sheet Pan	Bad (5/100)	Avoid, high concern coating
Vintage Revere Teflon Griddle/Cookie Sheet	Bad (5/100)	Avoid, legacy Teflon coating

The Top-Graded Bakeware

GreenPan GreenLife Ceramic Nonstick Bakeware

Materials, ceramic-based nonstick coating over an aluminum or steel body. Brand claims, GreenPan states its Thermolon ceramic coating is made without PFAS, PFOA, lead, or cadmium. This is a brand-stated claim, not an independent lab verification in our records. Our model-based estimate places it at 100/100, the top of our scale for lower concern. Pros, widely available, dishwasher-friendly per brand instructions, consistent nonstick release. Cons, ceramic nonstick coatings can degrade faster than PTFE over years of heavy use, and no coating lasts forever regardless of chemistry.

Caraway Ceramic Baking Sheet and related Caraway products

Materials, mineral-based ceramic nonstick coating on aluminized steel. Brand claims, Caraway states its products are made without PFAS, PFOA, PTFE, or other "forever chemicals." Several Caraway bakeware pieces, including the Baking Sheet & Cooling Rack and the Home Ceramic Baking Sheet Duo, land in the 90/100 "Excellent" band based on available materials and disclosure. Pros, attractive design, consistent brand-wide sourcing story, strong performance across multiple SKUs. Cons, premium price point, and as with all ceramic coatings, the brand's no-PFAS claim reflects company disclosure rather than a third-party lab certificate in our dataset.

Le Creuset and Staub, enameled steel and cast iron

Materials, enameled steel (Le Creuset trays, cake tin) and enameled cast iron (Staub baking dish set). These are fundamentally different from nonstick coatings, since enamel is a glass-like fused coating rather than a fluoropolymer. Brand claims, neither brand markets these particular pieces around a "PFAS-free" claim because the enamel construction doesn't rely on PTFE chemistry to begin with. Our model estimates these at 80 to 90 out of 100, reflecting lower concern based on materials rather than a marketing claim. Pros, extremely durable, oven-safe at high heat, no nonstick coating to wear off. Cons, heavier, pricier, and food release isn't as effortless as a nonstick ceramic surface.

Oneida Textured Loaf Pan

Materials, textured metal loaf pan. Our model-based estimate lands at 75/100, still in the "Excellent" band but the lowest score among our top-tier group, likely reflecting less public disclosure detail available for smaller bakeware lines compared to the bigger direct-to-consumer brands. Pros, simple metal construction, no elaborate coating chemistry to scrutinize. Cons, less brand transparency documentation available in our review versus Caraway or GreenPan.

What to Avoid

The lowest grades in our database all cluster around traditional PTFE ("Teflon-style") nonstick coatings on bakeware. The USA Pan 3-piece Non-Stick Bakeware Set USA Pan Cookie Sheet Pan T-Fal Simply Cook Nonstick Roaster, and the vintage Revere Teflon griddle/cookie sheet all score just 5/100 in our model-based estimate, our "Bad" tier.

These products use PTFE-based nonstick coatings, a class of fluoropolymer directly tied to the broader PFAS ("forever chemicals") family. Some research has associated certain PFAS compounds with health concerns, though association is not the same as proven causation, and coating chemistry, manufacturing processes, and age of the pan all affect actual exposure risk. The vintage Revere piece is a legacy product manufactured before many modern PFAS disclosure standards existed, which compounds the uncertainty. As a rule of thumb, if a bakeware product markets itself primarily on "classic nonstick" performance without ceramic or ceramic-alternative language, treat it with more caution and check for PFAS disclosure before buying.

Our Pick

Based on available materials and public disclosure data, the GreenPan GreenLife Ceramic Nonstick Bakeware and Caraway Caraway Ceramic Baking Sheet are our top model-based picks, each scoring 100/100 for lower PFAS concern. If you prefer enamel construction over nonstick altogether, the Staub 4-Piece Baking Dish Set and Le Creuset's steel bakeware line are strong 80 to 90/100 alternatives with a fundamentally different, non-fluoropolymer coating approach. None of these ratings should be read as a guarantee of zero PFAS content; they reflect our model's estimate from the best available brand disclosures and material data, not an independent lab test. For a full side-by-side of every graded pan, dish, and sheet, browse our bakeware finder, or check cookware and pizza stones and baking surfaces if you're outfitting a whole kitchen.

FAQ

Is ceramic nonstick bakeware actually free of PFAS?

Brands like GreenPan and Caraway state their ceramic coatings are made without added PFAS, PFOA, or PTFE. These are brand-stated claims. Our database reflects model-based estimates built from available materials and disclosure information, not independent lab verification of every unit sold, so "lower concern" is the most accurate way to describe these products rather than "PFAS-free" as an absolute fact.

Why do older Teflon-style pans score so low?

Traditional PTFE nonstick coatings, including