Made In Non-stick Frying Pan
High risk, avoid this cookware.
Premium non-stick construction relies on PFAS-based surface treatments that contaminate your meals during cooking.
The safe swap
Scanpan
Scanpan Ceramic Titanium
90/100 safety
Same rubric that flunked this product. The swap earned Excellent.
Still want this one anyway? Check the price on Amazon. We’d swap it.
What’s concerning
Non-stick, chemistry undisclosed
Advertised as non-stick but coating type is not explained.
Vague safety claims only
Uses vague terms like eco-friendly without confirming no PFAS.
Category baseline
cookware is a category where PFAS exposure is more common.
Teflon-type coating fume risk (if Teflon-type coating-based coating)
If the Made In pan uses traditional Teflon-type coating non-stick, overheating above 500°F can release toxic fumes; the product does not publicly state its maximum safe temperature, leaving users unable to confirm safe use.
Coating degradation and flaking
General non-stick cookware (all brands) degrades with use and time. Without disclosed material specs or durability testing for this specific product, you cannot predict lifespan; any visible flaking means discontinue use.
Aluminum leaching from base metal
Made In pans likely use aluminum core for heat distribution; if the non-stick coating degrades or is scratched, acidic foods may cause minor aluminum leaching, though under normal use this poses low risk.
Lack of third-party verification
No publicly available FDA testing reports, NSF certification, or independent lab verification of coating safety are documented for Made In cookware, limiting confidence in claims.
Thermal stability unknown
Without disclosure of the specific non-stick formulation, safe cooking temperature ranges cannot be confirmed; users must rely on generic 'medium heat' guidance rather than product-specific limits.
The full breakdown
What it's made of and why it matters
Made In does not publicly disclose the specific non-stick coating chemistry (Teflon-type coating-based, ceramic, or proprietary blend) on their frying pans, which is a critical gap for safety assessment. Non-stick coatings vary widely in thermal stability and degradation risk. Without knowing the exact formulation, you cannot reliably determine safe cooking temperatures or replacement intervals. The base cookware material (likely aluminum with steel handle) can interact with the coating system over time, especially under high heat or with abrasive cleaning.
The brand's record and disclosure
Made In has not published detailed ingredient disclosures, safety certifications (such as FDA confirmation of non-stick coating compliance), or PFAS phase-out commitments on their website or product documentation. The brand markets itself as a direct-to-consumer premium line but provides minimal third-party testing or independent verification of coating safety. No major recalls involving non-stick failure or coating degradation have been widely reported, but the lack of transparency makes independent verification difficult.
How it compares in its category
Made In non-stick pans fall into the mid-to-premium segment where competitors (Le Creuset, All-Clad, GreenPan) typically disclose coating type and provide clearer safety documentation. GreenPan explicitly markets Teflon-type coating-free ceramic coatings; All-Clad discloses Teflon-type coating use and temperature limits; Made In's silence on this front is notable and less reassuring. Price positioning suggests quality construction, but disclosure standards lag peer brands at similar price points.
If you buy it
Contact Made In directly to confirm non-stick coating type and maximum safe temperature before purchase. Use only wood, silicone, or soft plastic utensils to avoid coating damage and potential flaking. Never heat an empty pan or exceed medium-high heat; preheat on medium only. Replace the pan immediately if the coating shows visible peeling, flaking, or scratching that exposes underlying material. Hand wash only; dishwasher use accelerates coating breakdown.
What we don’t know
- Basis
- Model estimate, 100% confidence, not a lab result
- Lab test
- None on record for this exact product
- Brand statement
- Made In has made a specific claim
Formulations change between production runs, so check the current label. How we grade.
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