Neoflam 11" Nonstick Frying Pan
Skip until Neoflam discloses the coating type.
Neoflam hasn't published information about what the nonstick coating is made of. Without confirmation that it avoids Teflon-type coating or PFAS, the risk stays unknown.
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GreenPan
GreenPan Ceramic Non-stick
90/100 safety
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Material
nonstick coating, type unspecified
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 degradation)
If the coating is Teflon-type coating-based and lacks explicit safe-use labeling, heating above 500F may release fumes that cause polymer fume fever. Coating type is unspecified, so this risk cannot be ruled out.
Aluminum substrate leaching
If the pan body is bare or partially exposed aluminum (common in budget nonstick cookware), acidic foods may cause micro-leaching of aluminum. No coating durability data is available for this product.
Coating degradation and microflake release
Nonstick coatings degrade with use and abuse. Without specifications on coating thickness, bonding method, or lifespan, you cannot predict when this pan will begin flaking or require replacement.
Inadequate safety documentation
The brand's failure to disclose coating chemistry, certifications, or care limits is itself a hazard: you cannot make informed decisions about safe use temperature, cleaning methods, or replacement timing.
What’s reassuring
Lead
No recalls or test results document lead or cadmium in Neelam Foodland cookware. However, budget cookware manufacturing sometimes uses lower-grade metals in handles and fasteners; independent testing would be needed to confirm absence.
Source: ATSDR ↗The full breakdown
What it's made of and why it matters
The Neoflam 11 uses an unspecified nonstick coating, which is a critical gap. Nonstick cookware typically relies on either Teflon-type coating-based polymers (like Teflon) or ceramic/mineral alternatives; the choice determines thermal stability and fume risk. Without disclosure from Neelam Foodland, you cannot know whether this pan poses Teflon-type coating off-gassing risk above 500F or contains legacy fluorinated compounds. The substrate material (aluminum, stainless steel, or hybrid) is also unknown, affecting leaching potential.
The brand's record and disclosure
Neelam Foodland has not publicly disclosed coating chemistry, manufacturing certifications, or third-party safety testing for this model. No independent recalls, lawsuits, or safety complaints were found in public records for this specific product. The brand's silence on PFAS chemistry and regulatory compliance is a red flag; established cookware makers routinely publish safety data sheets and certification status (NSF, FDA compliance statements). This lack of transparency is not evidence of danger, but it blocks informed assessment.
How it compares in its category
Major nonstick cookware brands (T-fal, Calphalon, Our Place, GreenPan) provide explicit coating specifications and third-party testing results. Premium ceramic-coated pans often advertise PFOA-free status; Teflon-type coating-based competitors like Teflon publish degradation temperature data. The Neoflam 11 offers none of this. For the price point (unknown here), you could choose brands with transparent safety profiles and available warranty terms, reducing guesswork about coating durability and fume risk.
If you buy it
Contact Neelam Foodland directly to request the coating type, PFOA/Teflon-type coating status, and safe maximum heating temperature before purchase. Hand-wash only to preserve the coating; never use metal utensils or high heat (above 400F is often safer for most nonstick pans). Replace immediately if the coating shows bubbling, peeling, or scratches that expose substrate. If you observe any unusual smell when heating, discontinue use; this may indicate polymer breakdown.
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
- Neelam Foodland has made none
Formulations change between production runs, so check the current label. How we grade.
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