Made In ProCoat Non-Stick Frying Pan
Teflon-type coating non-stick coating, disclosed by the brand.
Made In's California AB 1200 disclosure says its Non Stick products contain Teflon-type coating, FEP and PFA, which are Teflon-family coating in the PFAS family.
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Material
Teflon-type coating non-stick coating, with FEP and PFA, as disclosed by Made In
Brand disclosure
Brand is silent on PFAS
Lab data
No public lab test
What’s concerning
No PFAS disclosure
No PFAS-free statement from the brand for this product.
PTFE / Teflon confirmed
The brand discloses a Teflon-type coating.
Category baseline
The starting point for this type of product, before anything specific to this product is counted.
Teflon-type coating thermal decomposition and fume risk
Teflon-type coating coatings release fumes when heated above 500°F (260°C). Made In does not specify a maximum safe temperature on the product or in marketing materials, placing responsibility on the user to avoid overheating. Even brief exposure to overheating can trigger polymer fume fever in some users.
Coating degradation and flaking over time
Teflon-type coating coatings degrade with repeated heating cycles, acidic foods, and mechanical wear. Once the coating flakes or peels, ingestion of microscopic Teflon-type coating fragments is possible and prolonged use of damaged cookware increases fume risk. No data specific to Made In pans is public, but this is a known failure mode of all Teflon-type coating cookware.
Lack of independent safety certification
The product carries no published third-party certification for chemical emissions, temperature stability, or coating durability. Made In's reliance on internal quality control and brand reputation alone leaves independent verification gaps for Teflon-type coating integrity over the product's lifespan.
What’s reassuring
Aluminum leaching (substrate)
Made In does not disclose whether this pan's substrate is bare aluminum or stainless steel clad. If bare aluminum, acidic foods and salt can accelerate leaching, though the Teflon-type coating should provide a barrier if intact. Confirmation of substrate material from the brand would clarify this hazard level.
Lead
Teflon-type coating non-stick cookware does not use traditional ceramic glazes or enamels; the non-stick layer is applied via industrial coating processes. No lead or cadmium contamination has been reported in Teflon-type coating-coated cookware from major manufacturers, including Made In.
Source, ATSDR ↗The full breakdown
What it's made of and why it matters
This pan uses Teflon-type coating (polytetrafluoroethylene, aka Teflon) as its primary non-stick coating, with FEP and PFA as stated by Made In. Teflon-type coating is chemically stable below its decomposition point (around 500°F / 260°C), but begins releasing fumes at higher temperatures. The coating itself does not contain lead or cadmium based on standard Teflon-type coating formulations, but the Teflon-type coating production process historically relied on PFAS chemicals, and trace amounts may persist in the finished product.
The brand's record and disclosure
Made In publicly discloses the use of Teflon-type coating, FEP, and PFA in this product, which is transparent compared to brands that obscure non-stick chemistry. However, Made In has not published a formal position on PFAS elimination, alternatives with lower PFAS concern, or a phaseout timeline. No independent certifications (GreenGuard, NSF, etc.) for low chemical emissions are listed for this cookware line. The brand's silence on PFAS risk mitigation limits confidence in long-term product safety strategy.
How it compares in its category
Teflon-type coating-coated cookware remains the market standard for non-stick performance, but ceramic and stainless steel alternatives (including stainless with improved heat distribution) have grown as PFAS-conscious options. Made In's Teflon-type coating line is priced at the higher end of traditional non-stick ($100+), whereas ceramic alternatives often cost less and carry no PFAS exposure risk. However, Made In's cookware is manufactured with attention to even heating and durability, which can extend useful life and reduce replacement frequency compared to budget non-stick pans that degrade faster.
If you buy it
Maintain strict temperature discipline, never exceed 500°F (260°C), and avoid preheating empty pans, which concentrates heat at the surface. Hand-wash only; avoid dishwasher, metal utensils, and abrasive scrubbing, which accelerates coating breakdown and potential flaking. Inspect the coating annually for scratches, peeling, or discoloration; once visible damage occurs, replace the pan rather than attempting repair. If you notice any fumes, off-odors, or visible degradation during cooking, stop use immediately and replace.
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
- Made In has made none
Formulations change between production runs, so check the current label. How we grade.
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