Moulinex ez855h Air Fryer Black
Avoid until Moulinex identifies the non-stick coating composition.
Moulinex doesn't publicly disclose the coating material on this air fryer's basket or its PFAS status. Heating non-stick coatings can degrade them without transparency on what's used.
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Material
non-stick coated cooking basket (composition unspecified)
Lab data
No public lab test
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What Moulinex ez855h Air Fryer Black is made of, ingredients and materials
The EZ855H features a non-stick coated cooking basket, but Moulinex has not publicly disclosed the specific coating chemistry (Teflon-type coating, silicone, ceramic hybrid, or other). This opacity creates risk assessment difficulty, traditional Teflon-type coating (Teflon-type) non-stick coatings can release harmful fumes if overheated, while aluminum baskets underneath the coating may leach if the coating degrades or is scratched. The basket's heating surface directly contacts food, making coating integrity critical.
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.
Non-stick, chemistry undisclosed
Marketed as non-stick without stating the coating chemistry.
Teflon-type coating fume inhalation (if coating is Teflon-type coating-based)
If the non-stick coating is Teflon-type coating/Teflon and overheated above ~500°F, it can release fumes associated with polymer fume fever (fever, chills, cough). The EZ855H's max operating temperature is typically 392-410°F, which is below the fume threshold, but accidental overheating or manufacturing defect could pose risk. Coating composition is unconfirmed.
Aluminum leaching from basket substrate
If the underlying basket material is aluminum and the non-stick coating is scratched, chipped, or worn, dietary aluminum exposure is possible. Long-term aluminum accumulation has been studied in relation to neurotoxicity, though regulatory agencies do not classify food-contact aluminum as a primary health hazard at typical dietary levels. Risk increases with acidic foods (tomatoes, citrus) and pro
Coating flaking or microparticle ingestion
Non-stick coatings, especially on lower-cost models, can flake or peel over time with thermal cycling and mechanical stress. Flakes in food are unpalatable and could cause mild gastrointestinal irritation; toxicological risk depends on coating composition (unknown for this model). Regular visual inspection is essential.
Off-gassing of volatile organic compounds (VOCs) during initial use
Many air fryers, including models with non-stick baskets and heating elements, release odors and potential VOCs during first use. This is typical and usually dissipates after a few runs with good ventilation. No specific recalls or health complaints are on record for the EZ855H, but new unit odor is common and suggests heating of manufacturing residues.
What’s reassuring
Housing or internal components leaching (if plastic housing is involved)
The EZ855H's external housing and internal electronics are not known to have safety complaints tied to leaching or off-gassing. However, all-plastic interior components exposed to high heat (timer, control wiring) may degrade; no specific data is available for this model.
How is this PFAS grade calculated?
The brand's record and disclosure
Moulinex (owned by Groupe SEB) has no publicly available statement on PFAS avoidance or non-stick coating chemistry for this model. No third-party certifications (e.g., GreenGuard, GREENGUARD Gold) are noted for the EZ855H. The brand's silence on a key material component is a red flag for consumer transparency, though Groupe SEB subsidiaries have faced no major recalls tied to air fryer non-stick coatings in recent years.
How it compares in its category
Most budget to mid-range air fryers use undisclosed non-stick coatings; the EZ855H is typical in this regard. Premium competitors (e.g., Cosori, Ninja) sometimes publish coating materials or offer ceramic-coated alternatives with clearer safety data. Air fryers as a category carry inherent Teflon-type coating or PFAS risk because basket coatings must withstand 350-400°F+ temperatures; disclosure gaps are industry-wide but not an excuse for silence.
If you buy it
Never exceed 400°F; most air fryer recipes stay well below this, but overheating degrades coatings and risks fume release. Hand-wash the basket only; abrasive scrubbers and dishwashers damage non-stick coatings and accelerate leaching and flaking. Inspect the basket monthly for peeling, scratches, or discoloration; replace the basket if coating integrity is compromised (Moulinex sells replacement baskets). Ensure the unit is well-ventilated during use, especially on first heat-up (initial odors are common but should fade).
What is not known about PFAS in this product?
- Basis
- Model estimate, 35% confidence, not a lab result
- Lab test
- None on record for this exact product
- Brand statement
- Moulinex has made a specific claim
Formulations change between production runs, so check the current label. How we grade.
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