All-Clad · Parchment Paper & Baking Liners
All-clad 12'' Stainless Steel Locking Tongs + Silicone Tool Scraper
Lower PFAS concern. Bare stainless and silicone are inherently PFAS-free.
These All-Clad tongs and scraper are plain stainless steel and silicone with no nonstick or water-resistant finishes applied.
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Material
Stainless steel tongs, silicone scraper
Brand disclosure
Brand is silent on PFAS
Lab data
No public lab test
What’s concerning
Category baseline
PFAS exposure happens more often with clothing products.
No PFAS disclosure
The company has not publicly discussed PFAS in this product.
Locking mechanism safety and integrity
The locking latch on these tongs is typically stainless steel or spring-loaded. Ensure the latch engages fully before each use; a loose or corroded latch could cause the tongs to open unexpectedly over heat. Inspect periodically for seizing or debris.
Silicone attachment durability
The silicone scraper is typically bonded or riveted to the stainless steel handle. Over time with heavy use or dishwasher exposure, the bond may weaken. Monitor for signs of separation and replace the scraper if it begins to detach to avoid silicone fragments in food.
What’s reassuring
Uncoated safe material
Bare cast iron, stainless steel, carbon steel, or glass with no PFAS coating.
Stainless steel corrosion and minor metal leaching
18/10 stainless steel is highly resistant to corrosion and does not leach chromium, nickel, or iron into food under normal pH and temperature conditions. No incidents reported for All-Clad stainless utensils.
Silicone degradation and leaching
Food-grade silicone does not leach BPA or phthalates. If the scraper is exposed to prolonged high heat (above 500°F) or UV light, it may soften or discolor but remains food-safe; no chemical leaching is documented in standard use.
Coating wear and flaking (if any non-stick present)
These tongs have no non-stick coating, eliminating Teflon-type coating fume risk or flaking concerns. The stainless steel surface is inherently durable and does not require replacement of worn coatings.
The full breakdown
What it's made of and why it matters
These tongs are 18/10 stainless steel (the industry standard for cookware), which is highly corrosion-resistant and does not leach metals into food under normal cooking conditions. The silicone scraper is a food-grade elastomer that does not contain BPA, phthalates, or other plasticizers when sourced from reputable manufacturers. Both materials are inert across typical kitchen temperatures (up to 400-600°F for silicone, higher for stainless steel) and do not degrade into microplastics or harmful compounds during use.
The brand's record and disclosure
All-Clad is owned by Groupe SEB and manufactures cookware to FDA food-contact material standards. The company does not publicly disclose specific material certifications or third-party testing results for these kitchen tools on their website. No recalls or safety violations specific to this tongs/scraper set are on record with the CPSC. All-Clad's silence on PFAS is typical for stainless steel cookware brands, as the material class carries minimal PFAS risk.
How it compares in its category
Stainless steel and silicone utensils are among the safest kitchen tool materials available and are preferred over plastic handles or coated alternatives. Unlike non-stick cookware coatings (which may contain Teflon-type coating or Teflon-type coating replacements), bare stainless steel tongs carry no coating degradation risk. Silicone is superior to rubber or plastic alternatives in heat stability and lack of chemical leaching. This product represents a conventional, low-risk choice in the kitchen utensil category.
If you buy it
Wash by hand or on the top rack of the dishwasher; stainless steel is durable and not damaged by standard cleaning. The silicone scraper will soften slightly above 500°F but remains food-safe at normal stovetop use (below 400°F). Inspect the silicone annually for tears, discoloration, or loss of shape; replace if compromised to avoid fragments entering food. Store in a dry location to prevent any minor corrosion on the stainless steel hinge mechanism.
What we don’t know
- Basis
- Model estimate, 92% confidence, not a lab result
- Lab test
- None on record for this exact product
- Brand statement
- All-Clad has made none
Formulations change between production runs, so check the current label. How we grade.
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