DeLonghi Multifry Air Fryer FH1363
Avoid until DeLonghi discloses the non-stick coating material.
The DeLonghi FH1363 uses a nonstick-coated basket, but the brand provides no disclosure of coating chemistry or PFAS status. Many conventional nonstick coatings contain PFOA or other PFAS without third-party testing.
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Material
Nonstick-coated cooking basket; coating type unspecified
Brand disclosure
Brand is silent on PFAS
Lab data
No public lab test
What’s concerning
Non-stick, chemistry undisclosed
Advertised as non-stick but coating type is not explained.
No PFAS disclosure
The company has not publicly discussed PFAS in this product.
Category baseline
cookware is a category where PFAS exposure is more common.
Nonstick coating degradation and fume risk
Unspecified nonstick chemistry means unknown stability profile. If Teflon-type coating-based, heating above 260C can release fumes; this model's max temp is typically below that threshold, but repeated high-heat cycles or scratched coatings lower the margin of safety.
Coating flaking and microparticle ingestion
Worn or damaged nonstick coatings can shed small particles into food. This is a mechanical wear issue independent of PFAS and occurs more readily with aggressive cleaning or long-term use.
Incomplete disclosure of nonstick chemistry
DeLonghi's silence on coating formulation is documented through absence of public technical data or safety certifications. This lack of transparency, rather than confirmed hazard, is the key safety concern.
What’s reassuring
Aluminum leaching from basket substrate
If the basket is aluminum (common in air fryers), intact nonstick coating should prevent direct contact. No recalls or documented cases exist for this model, but coating damage would allow food-aluminum contact.
Thermal stability of heating elements and seals
Air fryer heating elements and electrical seals are standard components with no specific known issues on this model. Routine maintenance (dust removal, proper ventilation) prevents overheating.
The full breakdown
What it's made of and why it matters
The DeLonghi Multifry FH1363 uses a nonstick-coated cooking basket, but DeLonghi has not publicly disclosed whether this coating is Teflon-type coating-based (traditional Teflon-type), ceramic, or a proprietary formulation. The basket itself is likely aluminum or steel underneath. Nonstick coatings are chosen for food release and ease of cleaning, but their chemical composition directly determines whether they release harmful fumes under high heat or leach into food over time.
The brand's record and disclosure
DeLonghi has maintained relative silence on nonstick chemistry across its product lines, including this model. The company has not published third-party testing results or committed to PFAS-free formulations in public statements. No major safety recalls specific to this model's coating have been documented in major consumer databases, but absence of a recall does not confirm safety. This lack of transparency is the primary concern for informed purchasing.
How it compares in its category
Most air fryer baskets in this price and feature range use similar unspecified nonstick coatings; few brands offer certified ceramic or PFAS-free alternatives at comparable costs. Higher-end models from some competitors (e.g., Ninja, Cosori) occasionally disclose coating materials or offer ceramic options, but mid-tier DeLonghi units do not. This product is neither better nor worse than typical category standards, but transparency lags behind market leaders.
If you buy it
Use at or below the manufacturer's maximum temperature setting (typically 200-210C / 390-410F for nonstick baskets) to minimize coating stress and potential fume release. Hand-wash the basket with soft sponges to avoid scratching; dishwasher use can accelerate coating degradation. Inspect the basket annually for visible flaking, discoloration, or peeling; replace if damage occurs. Ensure adequate ventilation during use, particularly on first heating when any residual manufacturing volatiles may off-gas.
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
- Delonghi has made none
Formulations change between production runs, so check the current label. How we grade.
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