Lamson Sharp · Parchment Paper & Baking Liners
Lamson Turner 2-Piece Kitchen Turner Set
Coating material unclear; PFAS risk cannot be assessed without disclosure.
Lamson Sharp does not disclose this set's coating composition or PFAS status. Nylon and silicone turners sometimes contain PFAS.
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Material
Nylon or silicone turner heads, handle material unspecified
Brand disclosure
Brand is silent on PFAS
Lab data
No public lab test
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What Lamson Turner 2-Piece Kitchen Turner Set is made of, ingredients and materials
This turner set uses nylon or silicone heads, both common food-contact polymers with different thermal profiles. Nylon (polyamide) softens around 176-220°C depending on type and can leach plasticizers or degradation byproducts if repeatedly exposed to high heat. Silicone is more heat-stable (up to 230°C continuous use) and chemically inert, presenting lower concern for heat degradation if that is the material used. The handle material is unspecified in available product information, which is a transparency gap; handles are often plastic or wood, each with different leaching risks.
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 and leaching
If the turner head is nylon and used repeatedly above 200°C, polymer chains can fragment and release oligomers or unreacted monomers into food. This is a known risk class for nylon cookware, though actual food residue levels are typically very low under normal home-cooking temperatures.
Unspecified handle material leachates
The handle material is not disclosed in available product data. If it is low-grade plastic, it may contain BPA, phthalates, or other plasticizers that could leach under warm-water hand-washing. Wood handles would carry minimal risk but are less common in budget sets.
Coating degradation over time
Nylon and silicone turner heads can wear, thin, or develop surface irregularities with repeated use and washing. Visible cracking or white stress marks indicate possible microplastic shedding into food; this is a cosmetic and safety signal to replace the tool.
PFAS
If the turner head is marketed as non-stick silicone, some budget manufacturers use PFAS-containing additives in the silicone blend to improve release properties. Lamson Sharp's silence on this makes it unverifiable; premium non-stick silicone is more likely PFAS-free but costs more.
Source, ATSDR ↗No chemical certification or transparency
The absence of NSF, FDA, or third-party material certifications for this product means no independent verification that plasticizers, colorants, or thermal stabilizers meet food-contact standards. This is a disclosure and accountability gap, not a confirmed hazard.
What’s reassuring
Base material not linked to PFAS
The main material recorded for this product is not one associated with PFAS.
The full breakdown
The brand's record and disclosure
Lamson Sharp (Lamson Industries) has no public record of formal PFAS testing, third-party certification (NSF, FDA), or transparent material disclosures for this product line. The brand does not appear to have published a PFAS-reduction commitment or materials statement. This silence is typical of many small kitchen-tool manufacturers but makes independent verification impossible. No major recalls specific to this turner set are documented in FDA or CPSC records.
How it compares in its category
Nylon and silicone turners are among the lowest-risk cookware options compared to non-stick coated metal spatulas (Teflon-type coating/PFOA risk) or ceramic-coated turners (lead/cadmium glaze risk). Heat tolerance and durability are the main variables; high-end silicone turners often cost 2-3x more but last longer without degradation. Budget nylon turners like this set are durable for moderate-heat cooking but may degrade faster with repeated high-heat use.
If you buy it
Keep the turner below 200°C (350°F) to avoid thermal breakdown of nylon or premature softening. Hand-wash only; dishwashers accelerate polymer degradation and leaching. Replace the turner if the head shows visible warping, discoloration, or brittleness, which signals material breakdown. Store away from direct sunlight and heat sources when not in use. Request clarification from the retailer or manufacturer about handle material and any non-PFAS certifications before purchasing if PFAS risk is a priority for you.
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
- Lamson Sharp has made none
Formulations change between production runs, so check the current label. How we grade.
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