Farberware · Non-Stick Kitchen Gadgets
Farberware Slotted Turner 5211659
Nylon turner likely poses lower PFAS risk than coated cookware.
This nylon-head turner is not a nonstick pan, so the risk is lower. Farberware says nothing about Teflon-family coating in the nylon, and the metal is likely uncoated.
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Material
Nylon head on handle, uncoated metal (likely stainless steel or aluminum)
Lab data
No public lab test
Is Farberware Slotted Turner 5211659 non-toxic? What it is made of
The Farberware 5211659 combines a nylon head (heat-resistant polymer) with an uncoated metal handle, most likely stainless steel given Farberware's typical construction. Nylon heads are valued in cookware because they won't scratch non-stick surfaces and don't leach problematic compounds like Teflon-type coating or lead-based glazes. The lack of ceramic coating, enamel, or paint on the metal handle eliminates risks from degrading finishes that can release cadmium, lead, or other heavy metals 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.
Nylon thermal degradation
Nylon begins to soften around 350-400F and can emit volatile compounds if exposed to sustained heat above this range. Normal stovetop use (typically 200-350F) poses minimal risk, but prolonged contact with very hot cookware or open flame should be avoided.
What’s reassuring
Base material not linked to PFAS
The main material recorded for this product is not one associated with PFAS.
Metal handle composition unknown (if aluminum)
If the uncoated handle is aluminum rather than stainless steel, there is a theoretical risk of aluminum leaching into food at high pH or acidic conditions. However, turners do not contact food directly and Farberware does not disclose material composition; leaching risk is negligible in normal use.
Joint corrosion or metal oxidation
The nylon-to-metal joint may corrode over time if exposed to repeated moisture and high temperatures, but this is normal wear and does not release hazardous chemicals.
Lead
The handle is uncoated metal (no paint, enamel, or ceramic finish), eliminating typical sources of lead or cadmium contamination found in some enameled or glazed utensils.
Source, ATSDR ↗The full breakdown
The brand's record and disclosure
Farberware, owned by Groupe SEB, maintains a basic product safety stance but does not publicly disclose PFAS testing or comprehensive chemical composition for individual utensils. The brand has no known recalls or controversies specific to slotted turners or nylon-headed utensils. As a long-standing cookware manufacturer, Farberware meets FDA and consumer product safety baseline standards, though transparency on material sourcing and chemical testing remains limited.
How it compares in its category
Nylon-headed turners have lower concern for non-stick coating hazards (Teflon-type coating fume risk at high heat) and ceramic/enamel coating risks (lead, cadmium leaching) compared to coated alternatives. This product sits well within the standard safety profile for traditional metal utensils. Metal turners with silicone heads offer slightly better heat tolerance above 400F, but nylon is adequate for most stovetop and oven use under normal kitchen temperatures.
If you buy it
Use the turner on non-stick surfaces and cookware without concern for scratching or coating degradation. Avoid direct contact with temperatures above 400F or open flame; nylon will soften or melt if exposed to sustained high heat. Hand wash rather than use a dishwasher if the handle or joint shows signs of wear. Replace if the nylon head cracks, frays, or becomes discolored from staining, as this does not indicate a safety failure but signals approaching end of life.
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
- Farberware has made a specific claim
Formulations change between production runs, so check the current label. How we grade.
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