Cuisinart Toaster Oven Broiling Pan with Rack
Minimal concern; bare steel broiling pan avoids nonstick coatings, no PFAS claim from brand.
This bare steel broiling pan and rack have no Teflon-family coating nonstick coating. Uncoated metal presents lower PFAS risk than treated surfaces.
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Material
Steel pan and rack; no nonstick coating
Lab data
No public lab test
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What Cuisinart Toaster Oven Broiling Pan Rack is made of, ingredients and materials
This broiling pan and rack are bare steel (no nonstick or ceramic coating), which means there is no Teflon-type coating, polymer lining, or glaze that could degrade, leach, or release fumes under heat. Steel is chemically inert at toaster-oven temperatures and does not leach metals into food when bare and uncoated. The lack of a surface treatment eliminates the primary degradation risk that affects coated cookware over time.
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.
Rust and corrosion over time
Bare steel will oxidize if exposed to moisture and not dried promptly. Rust itself is not acutely toxic but indicates material degradation; replacement may be needed after 5-10 years of heavy use.
Sharp edges and burrs
Raw steel edges and the rack assembly may have minor burrs from manufacturing or develop sharp edges as rust forms. Inspect before first use and handle carefully; this is a handling risk rather than a chemical hazard.
What’s reassuring
Base material not linked to PFAS
The main material recorded for this product is not one associated with PFAS.
Metal leaching (iron, chromium, nickel)
Bare steel is stable and does not leach under normal toaster-oven use. Leaching occurs only with acidic or prolonged contact; broiling brief foods at moderate heat poses negligible risk.
Coating degradation and peeling
This product has no coating, so peeling, chipping, or flaking cannot occur. Absence of a surface layer eliminates this entire hazard class.
Teflon-type coating (Teflon) fume risk
Bare steel has no nonstick layer; Teflon-type coating fume release is not applicable to this product.
How is this PFAS grade calculated?
The brand's record and disclosure
Cuisinart does not publicly advertise PFAS-free claims or detailed material safety certifications for this accessory. The brand has no known recalls or safety violations tied to this specific broiling pan model. Cuisinart is a mainstream cookware manufacturer but does not typically disclose granular material composition or third-party testing results for small appliance accessories.
How it compares in its category
Bare steel broiling pans are standard in toaster ovens and carry lower risk than coated alternatives. Many competitors offer similar uncoated steel racks; some include ceramic or enamel-coated pans, which introduce glaze leaching concerns. This product avoids the complexity of nonstick maintenance and degradation that plagues Teflon-type coating-coated alternatives, making it a simpler choice in the category.
If you buy it
Hand-wash rather than dishwasher to prevent rust and extend life; dry immediately to avoid moisture pooling. Do not exceed the toaster oven's maximum temperature rating (typically 400-450F), as extreme heat can damage the appliance itself. Replace if rust develops significantly or edges become sharp. Steel may discolor or show patina over time, which is normal and not a safety concern.
What is not known about PFAS in this product?
- Basis
- Model estimate, 78% confidence, not a lab result
- Lab test
- None on record for this exact product
- Brand statement
- Cuisinart has made a specific claim
Formulations change between production runs, so check the current label. How we grade.
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