HexClad Hybrid Griddle Pan, Is It Non-Toxic?
Named ceramic non-stick coating, with a brand PFAS statement we have not verified.
HexClad says its cookware uses its TerraBond ceramic non-stick coating, which it describes as Teflon-type coating-free and PFAS-free. We record that as an unverified brand claim.
Brand says: “HexClad says its cookware uses its TerraBond ceramic non-stick coating, which it describes as PTFE-free and PFAS-free.”
We flunk more products than we pass. This one earned its grade. How we grade
Material
Stainless steel and HexClad TerraBond ceramic non-stick coating
Brand disclosure
Brand claims PFAS-free
Lab data
No public lab test
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Is HexClad Hybrid Griddle Pan non-toxic? What it is made of
HexClad Hybrid Griddle uses a stainless steel base (18/10 or similar food-grade alloy) bonded to a proprietary ceramic non-stick coating called TerraBond. Ceramic coatings do not contain Teflon-type coating (Teflon) and carry no established risk of Teflon-family coating off-gassing at normal cooking temperatures. The hexagonal hybrid design combines a textured steel surface with the ceramic layer to improve browning and reduce sticking without relying on conventional Teflon-type coating chemistry.
What’s concerning
Disclosed non-fluorinated coating
Coating is named and the brand states it is made without PFAS.
Category baseline
The starting point for this type of product, before anything specific to this product is counted.
Ceramic coating degradation and flaking
Ceramic non-stick coatings are susceptible to chipping and peeling from impacts, thermal stress, and abrasive cleaning. No published field failure data for TerraBond specifically is available; degradation rates depend on care and use intensity.
Coating delamination and adhesion loss
Thermal cycling and mechanical stress can cause ceramic coatings to separate from the base metal over extended use. HexClad's hybrid texture may improve adhesion compared to smooth ceramic coatings, but long-term durability claims have not been independently validated.
What’s reassuring
Brand-stated PFAS-free
The brand states this product is PFAS-free. We have not verified the claim.
Stainless steel leaching (chromium, nickel)
Food-grade stainless steel (18/10) has not been associated with concerning leaching under normal cookware use. Acidic foods may slightly increase metal dissolution, but this is not unique to HexClad and remains below regulatory concern levels.
Lead
HexClad griddles do not feature enamel or glaze finishes; the coating is described as ceramic non-stick bonded to stainless steel. No glaze-based hazard applies to this construction.
Source, ATSDR ↗Teflon-type coating-related fume risk
TerraBond is stated as Teflon-type coating-free, ceramic-based coating. The traditional Teflon-type coating fume hazard (polymer fume fever above 500 degrees F) does not apply to this product's stated composition.
How is this PFAS grade calculated?
The brand's record and disclosure
HexClad publicly states the TerraBond coating is PFAS-free, though independent verification of this specific formulation is not on public record. The brand does not appear in major consumer safety databases for recalled cookware defects or coating safety failures. HexClad has marketed this line as an alternative to traditional non-stick pans; marketing claims about ceramic durability have not been audited by third-party labs in published form. No known safety certifications (NSF, GreenGuard, etc.) are listed for this product.
How it compares in its category
Ceramic non-stick coatings are generally regarded as lower concern for fume emissions than older Teflon-type coating pans, but durability and longevity vary widely between brands and individual products. Stainless steel cookware in the mid-to-premium range (like HexClad's positioning) avoids aluminum leaching concerns present in plain aluminum or anodized cookware. The hybrid design is a newer category; long-term field data on TerraBond coating integrity beyond 2-3 years is limited in published independent testing.
If you buy it
Do not exceed manufacturer's stated heat limit (typically 500 degrees F for ceramic-coated cookware); exceeding this can accelerate coating degradation and risk of flaking. Hand-wash or use the bottom rack of a dishwasher to extend coating life; abrasive scrubbing and high-heat cycles can wear the surface faster. Inspect the coating annually for chips, peeling, or visible bare stainless underneath; if the coating degrades significantly, transition to a new pan to avoid ingesting ceramic particles. Use medium to medium-high heat for most cooking; ceramic coatings lose non-stick performance over time and may require periodic re-seasoning or replacement after 3-5 years of regular use.
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
- HexClad has made a specific claim
Formulations change between production runs, so check the current label. How we grade.
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