Moulinex Af 1211 Uno M Air fryer
Avoid until Moulinex reveals its non-stick coating formula.
This Moulinex air fryer has a non-stick coated cooking chamber, but Moulinex won't say what it contains or whether it has PFAS. No testing or certification supports a claim it's safe.
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Material
Non-stick coated cooking chamber (composition unspecified by Moulinex)
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 fume risk (thermal decomposition)
If the coating is Teflon-type coating-based, heating above 260C can release hydrogen fluoride and perfluorinated gases. Moulinex has not stated whether this model's coating includes Teflon-type coating or whether it has a temperature interlock; users must respect stated max temps.
Coating degradation and leaching
All non-stick coatings degrade with age and mechanical stress. Without specification of the binder chemistry, you cannot predict what leachates enter food as the coating wears; replacement baskets are not always available for budget models.
Off-gassing of volatile organic compounds (VOCs)
New non-stick cookware typically releases fumes and odors during initial heating cycles. The undisclosed coating composition means VOC identity and safety thresholds cannot be verified; first-use off-gassing is common but intensity varies.
Aluminum leaching (if housing or basket is bare aluminum)
Many air fryer baskets use aluminum under the non-stick coating. If the coating is thin or the underlying aluminum is not anodized, acidic or salty foods may cause localized leaching; Moulinex has not published material specs to rule this out.
Absence of coating repair or replacement information
Budget-tier Moulinex air fryers are not typically documented as having easily replaceable non-stick baskets. Once the coating fails, the appliance may become unusable, creating waste or forcing users to replace a $100+ item.
The full breakdown
What it's made of and why it matters
The Moulinex AF 1211 Uno M features a non-stick coated cooking chamber, but Moulinex has not publicly disclosed the specific coating chemistry (Teflon-type coating, ceramic, silicone, or proprietary blend). This opacity is the core safety concern: without knowing the binder system, stabilizers, or release agents, you cannot assess fume risk at high temperatures or coating degradation safety. The heating element and housing materials are also unspecified in publicly available product documentation.
The brand's record and disclosure
Moulinex (owned by Groupe SEB, a major small-appliance manufacturer) has not issued public statements on non-stick coating chemistry or PFAS avoidance for this model. Groupe SEB does manufacture products across price tiers; higher-end ranges sometimes use ceramic or Teflon-type coating-free coatings, but this budget model's coating origin remains opaque. No established safety recalls or complaints specific to this model have entered public record regarding fume emissions or coating failure.
How it compares in its category
Most air fryers in this price segment use Teflon-type coating or proprietary non-stick coatings without full chemical disclosure; ceramic-coated alternatives exist but cost more. The AF 1211 Uno M is typical for mass-market air fryers in this respect. Higher-transparency brands (e.g., some premium models) now publish coating composition; Moulinex has not adopted this practice, placing it in the middle-to-lower transparency tier of the category.
If you buy it
Do not exceed the manufacturer's stated maximum temperature (typically 200C/390F for most air fryer non-stick coatings); preheating above this risks polymer degradation. Avoid metal utensils, abrasive scrubbing, and dishwasher washing, which degrade the coating and increase leaching risk. Inspect the coating quarterly for chips, peeling, or discoloration; if visible damage appears, discontinue use of that basket. Ensure adequate kitchen ventilation during cooking, especially on the first use when new non-stick coatings typically off-gas most.
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
- Moulinex has made none
Formulations change between production runs, so check the current label. How we grade.
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