Circulon 2-Piece Nonstick Cookie Sheet Set
Skip until Circulon explains what coating is used.
Circulon keeps its nonstick coating formula secret on this baking sheet set. Traditional nonstick cookware typically uses Teflon-type coating or Teflon-family coating.
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Material
Nonstick coating (type unspecified); steel substrate
Lab data
No public lab test
Is Circulon 2-Piece Nonstick Cookie Sheet Set non-toxic? What it is made of
This is a steel baking sheet with a proprietary nonstick coating; Circulon does not publicly disclose whether the coating is Teflon-type coating-based (Teflon-type) or ceramic/silicone alternative. Steel itself is inert, but the nonstick surface is the concern. Nonstick coatings degrade with high heat, metal utensil scratches, and repeated washing, potentially releasing coating particles and base-layer compounds into food or air.
What’s concerning
Category baseline
The starting point for this type of product, before anything specific to this product is counted.
No PFAS disclosure
No public statement from the brand about PFAS in this product.
Non-stick, chemistry undisclosed
Marketed as non-stick without stating the coating chemistry.
Nonstick coating degradation and particle release
Circulon nonstick coatings deteriorate with scratching, high heat, and washing; degraded coatings can flake into baked goods or release microscopic particles. Consumer reviews document coating loss after 12-24 months of typical use.
Teflon-type coating fume risk (if Teflon-type coating-based coating)
If the coating is Teflon-type coating (Teflon-type), overheating empty or at high temperatures can release toxic fumes (polymer fume fever). Circulon does not publicly confirm or deny Teflon-type coating use, making risk assessment incomplete. Adherence to low-heat use mitigates this significantly.
Coating adhesion failure and substrate corrosion
Some consumers report the nonstick coating separating from the steel substrate, exposing bare steel underneath. Exposed steel can rust with moisture exposure and potentially contaminate food if used further.
What’s reassuring
Aluminum leaching (if aluminum is used in substrate or adhesion layers)
Circulon specifies a steel substrate in this product, so aluminum leaching is not a primary concern. Steel is chemically stable and does not leach under normal baking conditions.
Lead
No recalls or test reports of lead or cadmium in Circulon nonstick bakeware are on record. Modern nonstick coatings in major brands are not typically formulated with these metals, but transparency is absent.
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The brand's record and disclosure
Circulon (owned by Groupe SEB) has not published ingredient transparency or PFAS commitments. The brand markets durability and the circular ridge pattern to reduce oil/fat pooling, but does not specify coating chemistry or third-party testing results. No major recalls specific to this product line are on record, though nonstick cookware recalls for coating peeling or degradation occur sporadically across the industry.
How it compares in its category
Circulon sits in the mid-range nonstick bakeware segment. It is more affordable than ceramic or stainless-steel alternatives but offers less transparency than premium or eco-certified brands. Many users report good initial performance, but longevity complaints appear in consumer reviews after 1-2 years of regular use. Uncoated steel or glass baking sheets have zero coating-related risks but require higher fat or oil for release.
If you buy it
Hand wash only and avoid metal utensils, scouring pads, and dishwasher use to slow coating wear. Do not preheat empty or use above 400F (manufacturer guidance varies; check the packaging insert). Inspect the coating regularly for scratches, peeling, or discoloration. Replace the set within 2 years or immediately if coating visibly degrades, as further use risks ingesting coating fragments.
What we don’t know
- Basis
- Model estimate, 35% confidence, not a lab result
- Lab test
- None on record for this exact product
- Brand statement
- Circulon has made a specific claim
Formulations change between production runs, so check the current label. How we grade.
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