Husmait 10x15 Non-Stick Baking Sheet
Nonstick type unspecified; PFAS presence cannot be ruled out.
This Husmait baking sheet has nonstick coating that the company doesn't describe. Standard nonstick surfaces often use Teflon-type coating or other Teflon-family coating.
The safe swap
Le Creuset
Le Creuset Rectangular Cake Tin
80/100 safety
Same rubric that flunked this product. The swap earned Excellent.
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Material
Non-stick 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.
Teflon-type coating thermal decomposition and fume risk
If coating is Teflon-type coating-based (most likely for budget non-stick), heating above 500°F can release fluorinated gases; typical home baking (350°F) is below decomposition threshold but not zero-risk. Imusa does not specify temperature ceiling or coating type, so safe upper limit is unclear.
Coating degradation and ingestion
Non-stick coatings degrade with use, scratching, and thermal stress. Peeling or flaking coating can contaminate food; no specific degradation timeline is documented for this Imusa model, but budget-tier non-stick sheets typically show visible wear within 2-3 years of regular use.
Off-gassing of volatile compounds (VOCs)
New non-stick cookware can release odors (off-gassing) during first use or when heated; Imusa provides no off-gassing data. Airing out the sheet and washing before first use, then heating gently, reduces exposure risk.
What’s reassuring
Aluminum leaching from base or substrate interface
Steel sheets do not leach aluminum. If substrate is steel, this hazard is not applicable. Imusa does not explicitly confirm steel vs. aluminum; assume steel based on typical construction, but verify packaging.
Lead
No enamel or ceramic glaze applied to this model based on description. Hazard not relevant unless product is mislabeled or includes decorative glazed handles, which is not indicated.
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What it's made of and why it matters
This is a steel baking sheet with a non-stick coating of unspecified chemistry. Imusa does not publicly disclose whether the coating is Teflon-type coating-based (traditional Teflon), ceramic, or silicone-derived. The unspecified formulation means you cannot rule out legacy or newer fluorinated compounds. Steel substrate is chemically inert; the coating is the variable.
The brand's record and disclosure
Imusa, a cookware manufacturer owned by Groupe SEB, maintains no public PFAS policy or certification for this product line. The company has not committed to PFAS elimination or published safety testing. No recalls specific to PFAS or coating degradation on this model are on record. Absence of disclosure is not assurance of safety, only lack of transparency.
How it compares in its category
Standard non-stick baking sheets vary widely: ceramic-coated alternatives (e.g., GreenPan, Caraway) are PFAS-free but often costlier and less durable; silicone-mat hybrid sheets avoid non-stick coatings entirely; Teflon-type coating sheets from major brands (Calphalon, T-fal) typically disclose their coating type. Imusa's silence puts this product in the middle-opacity tier; mid-range price usually correlates with older coating formulations in this category.
If you buy it
Do not preheat above 350°F (175°C) to minimize fume risk if coating is Teflon-type coating-based. Hand wash only; avoid metal utensils and dishwasher to preserve coating. Inspect monthly for peeling, flaking, or discoloration; discard if coating shows visible wear or damage, as fragmented coating can transfer to food. Replace every 3-5 years or sooner if coating deteriorates.
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
- Imusa has made none
Formulations change between production runs, so check the current label. How we grade.
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Caraway
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Coating degradation and metal substrate exposure
Limited concern
Aluminum substrate leaching (if aluminum core)
Limited concern
Thermal shock and coating fracturing
Limited concern
✓Verified PFAS-free by a third party
GreenPan
GreenLife Ceramic Nonstick Bakeware
Ceramic nonstick coating
Coating degradation and aluminum leaching
Limited concern
Microcracking and ceramic particle shedding
Limited concern
Lower risk, ceramic nonstick avoids Teflon-type coating and PFOA.
✓Verified PFAS-free by a third party
Staub
4-Piece Baking Dish Set
enameled cast iron
Enamel degradation and iron leaching
Limited concern
Thermal stress fracture of enamel
Moderate concern
Lower PFAS concern, enameled cast iron baking dishes without nonstick coating.
⚠Risky category by default
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