Cuisinart CPC-900 6 Quart High Pressure Multicooker
Low risk. Stainless steel pressure cooker with no reported nonstick coating or PFAS disclosures.
This cooker features a stainless steel inner pot with no nonstick surface, eliminating the primary PFAS risk vector. Cuisinart makes no PFAS claims, and no public lab testing exists.
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Material
Stainless steel inner pot, electric heating base
Brand disclosure
Brand is silent on PFAS
Lab data
No public lab test
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.
Pressure release valve clogging
Starch and food debris can accumulate in vents; this is a mechanical issue unrelated to material chemistry but warrants regular cleaning per manufacturer instructions to maintain proper operation.
Silicone gasket degradation and odor retention
The silicone sealing ring can absorb odors and discolor after repeated use with acidic or aromatic foods; replacement gaskets are readily available and inexpensive. No toxin leaching is documented, but a degraded seal affects pressure retention.
Plastic off-gassing (base housing)
The electric heating base contains plastic components that may emit trace volatile compounds when new or if heated above normal operating temperature; airing out the unit before first use and using in a well-ventilated space minimizes exposure.
What’s reassuring
Bare uncoated material
Recorded as a bare, uncoated material with no surface coating or treatment.
Aluminum leaching from base/housing
The inner pot is stainless steel, so no food contact with aluminum is expected. Outer plastic and aluminum parts are non-contact with food and pose negligible leaching risk.
Heavy metals
Stainless steel used in food-grade cookware is tested to food-contact standards and does not leach significant quantities of nickel or chromium under normal cooking conditions; no recalls or complaints have been documented for this model.
Source, FDA ↗The full breakdown
What it's made of and why it matters
The CPC-900 uses a stainless steel inner cooking pot paired with an electric heating base, avoiding the coating degradation and leaching risks common to nonstick or ceramic-coated pressure cookers. Stainless steel does not shed microparticles or toxic compounds into food under normal heating. The outer housing and seals are plastic and silicone, which are standard for electric multicookers and pose minimal risk if kept away from direct flame or extreme temperatures above their rated limits (typically 100-120°C for the plastic components).
The brand's record and disclosure
Cuisinart has maintained a stable safety record in small kitchen appliances with no significant recalls specifically tied to chemical leaching or coating hazards in their pressure cooker line. The brand has not made explicit public statements on PFAS or heavy-metal testing, but this is common among mainstream appliance makers. No documented controversies exist regarding this model's materials or manufacturing practices.
How it compares in its category
Electric stainless steel pressure cookers like the CPC-900 have lower concern in the category because they lack nonstick coatings (which degrade over time) and ceramic enamels (which can chip and expose underlying metals). This puts it ahead of budget models with coated aluminum pots. It is comparable to other major-brand electric multicookers such as Instant Pot models in construction and hazard profile.
If you buy it
Inspect the silicone gasket regularly for cracks or discoloration; replace every 12-24 months or if odors persist after cleaning. Do not exceed the maximum fill line, as overfilling compromises the seal safety mechanism. Hand wash the inner pot rather than loading it in the dishwasher, which can accelerate scratching. Ensure the heating base stays dry and do not immerse it in water.
What we don’t know
- Basis
- Model estimate, 72% confidence, not a lab result
- Lab test
- None on record for this exact product
- Brand statement
- Cuisinart has made none
Formulations change between production runs, so check the current label. How we grade.
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