Calphalon · Parchment Paper & Baking Liners
Calphalon Legacy 18 x 13 Inch PFA Free Nonstick Cookie
Brand claims PFA-free; verify independent testing before purchase.
Calphalon explicitly markets this cookie sheet as PFA-free nonstick. No independent lab verification or third-party certification found in public records.
Brand says: “PFA Free Nonstick”
We flunk more products than we pass. This one earned its grade. How we grade
Material
Steel with PFA-free nonstick coating
Brand disclosure
Brand claims PFAS-free
Lab data
No public lab test
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What Calphalon Legacy 18 x 13 Nonstick Cookie is made of, ingredients and materials
This is a steel baking sheet with a nonstick coating formulated without PFOA or related long-chain PFAS. The steel substrate itself is chemically stable and does not leach under normal baking temperatures. However, the nonstick coating composition is not publicly detailed by Calphalon beyond the PFA-free claim; without disclosure of the replacement polymer chemistry, independent verification of the coating's safety profile and durability is not possible from publicly available sources.
What’s concerning
Category baseline
The starting point for this type of product, before anything specific to this product is counted.
Nonstick coating degradation over time
Polymer nonstick coatings degrade with repeated heating and mechanical wear; fragments or delamination are reported with prolonged use of any nonstick bakeware. No specific data on this model's coating longevity is publicly available.
Coating fume release at high temperature
The alternative polymer chemistry Calphalon uses in place of PFOA is not disclosed. While PFA-free formulations generally pose lower fume risk than Teflon-type coating at typical baking temperatures (under 500F), exposure during overheating or accidental high-temperature exposure cannot be fully assessed without coating chemistry disclosure.
Microplastics
Worn or degraded nonstick coatings can fragment and potentially contaminate baked goods. The risk increases with age, abrasive cleaning, and use above manufacturer temperature limits. No specific data on this model's shedding rate is on record.
Source, EPA ↗What’s reassuring
Base material not linked to PFAS
The main material recorded for this product is not one associated with PFAS.
Brand-stated PFAS-free
The brand states this product is PFAS-free. We have not verified the claim.
Lead
Steel baking sheets do not use ceramic glazes or enamel coatings; lead or cadmium are not typical contaminants in food-grade steel substrates. No public reports of this hazard in this product.
Source, ATSDR ↗Aluminum leaching
This product is steel, not aluminum; aluminum leaching is not a concern for this material.
How is this PFAS grade calculated?
The brand's record and disclosure
Calphalon has made explicit PFA-free claims across multiple product lines as part of a public pivot away from PFOA-based coatings. The company has not published independent third-party test results for this specific product confirming the absence of all PFAS or other regulated substances. No major safety recalls specific to this model are on public record, but the brand's disclosure of coating formulation details remains limited.
How it compares in its category
Cookie sheets and baking pans are lower-risk food-contact items than cookware heated on stovetops, because baking temperatures are typically below 500F and contact time is brief. PFA-free nonstick baking pans are now common in the market; this product sits in the mid-range consumer tier. Uncoated steel, ceramic-coated, or parchment-lined alternatives avoid nonstick coating uncertainty entirely, though they require more food release technique.
If you buy it
Do not exceed the manufacturer's stated temperature limit; prolonged exposure above 500F may degrade the coating. Inspect the surface regularly for chips, peeling, or discoloration; discard the pan if the coating shows visible damage, as degraded coating fragments may contaminate baked goods. Hand wash or use gentle cycles to extend coating life; abrasive scouring accelerates wear. Replace every 3-5 years if used weekly, as nonstick coatings are not designed to be permanent.
What is not known about PFAS in this product?
- Basis
- Model estimate, 72% confidence, not a lab result
- Lab test
- None on record for this exact product
- Brand statement
- Calphalon has made a specific claim
Formulations change between production runs, so check the current label. How we grade.
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