16 inch x 13 inch BBQ Grill Mat - Non-Stick, Reusable, Perfect for Gas, Charcoal and Electric Grills, Even Cooking and No Mess, Ideal for Steaks
Skip, non-stick grill mat with no material transparency or PFAS disclosure.
The brand markets this as a reusable non-stick grill mat but provides no specification of the coating material or any PFAS-related claims. Non-stick surfaces typically carry PFAS risk unless explicitly verified otherwise. The brand's silence on composition and third-party testing makes safety assessment impossible.
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Material
Unknown non-stick coating; fiberglass or silicone substrate presumed
Brand disclosure
Brand is silent on PFAS
Lab data
No public lab test
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What 16 inch x 13 inch BBQ Grill Mat Steaks is made of, ingredients and materials
The brand does not publicly disclose the specific non-stick coating used on this grill mat, only stating it is 'non-stick' and 'reusable.' The substrate is presumed to be either fiberglass mesh or silicone-based polymer, but this is not confirmed by the brand. Without material transparency, you cannot assess whether the coating contains Teflon-type coating (Teflon), PFOA, or other fluorinated compounds, or whether it contains alternative non-stick chemistries that may leach under high heat. The absence of a Material Safety Data Sheet (MSDS) or third-party certification is a significant red flag for a product that contacts food at high temperatures.
What’s concerning
Category baseline
The starting point for this type of product, before anything specific to this product is counted.
Vague safety claims only
Uses vague language ("eco-friendly", "clean") without a specific PFAS statement.
Non-stick, chemistry undisclosed
Marketed as non-stick without stating the coating chemistry.
Teflon-type coating thermal decomposition and fume risk
If the non-stick coating is Teflon-type coating-based (not disclosed), heating above 500°F can produce fluorinated fumes. No test data from the brand confirms the coating's actual composition or thermal limits.
Coating degradation and microparticle shedding
Reusable grill mats without specified durability standards or surface treatment often develop visible wear, cracking, or flaking within 1-2 seasons. Shed particles may contaminate food if coating integrity fails.
Fiberglass substrate exposure
If the substrate is fiberglass, visible tears or peel-away of the non-stick coating layer can expose fiberglass fibers. No brand guidance on wear limits or replacement intervals is provided.
Leaching of coating binders or additives into food
Unknown formulation means unknown binder chemistry, plasticizers, or adhesion promoters. Food contact at high temperature with an undisclosed coating carries a documented but unquantified leaching risk.
What’s reassuring
Heavy metals
No published testing or independent certification confirms absence of lead, cadmium, or antimony in the substrate or coating colorants. This testing gap is common for low-cost grill mats.
Source, FDA ↗How is this PFAS grade calculated?
The brand's record and disclosure
The brand markets itself as an eco-conscious brand but has not published clear safety documentation, PFAS testing results, or third-party certifications for this grill mat product. The brand's website does not disclose manufacturing standards, heavy metal testing (lead, cadmium), or heat-stability data for non-stick coatings. No independent recalls or safety incidents are on record for this specific product, but the lack of proactive transparency is inconsistent with genuine safety-first positioning.
How it compares in its category
Grill mats typically fall into two categories, Teflon-type coating-coated fiberglass (cheap, known PFAS risk) and silicone-rubber mats (generally PFAS-free but may off-gas siloxanes if poorly manufactured). Premium brands such as Grillaholics and some institutional suppliers explicitly state Teflon-type coating-free or PFOA-free status. This product's silence on both counts places it at the lower end of transparency; it offers no competitive safety advantage over branded alternatives that do disclose.
If you buy it
Do not use above 500°F, as unknown non-stick coatings can degrade or off-gas at higher temperatures common in grilling. Hand-wash only; dishwasher heat may accelerate coating breakdown. Inspect for tears, peeling, or discoloration before each use; discard if coating is visibly compromised. Replace every 1-2 seasons of heavy use. Never leave unattended over direct flame, as accelerated thermal degradation can occur.
What is not known about PFAS in this product?
- Basis
- Model estimate, 35% confidence, not a lab result
- Lab test
- None on record for this exact product
- Brand statement
- has made none
Formulations change between production runs, so check the current label. How we grade.
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