Our Place · Cookware
Our Place Always Pan 2.0
Nonstick coating composition unspecified; PFAS status uncertain.
Our Place markets the Always Pan 2.0 with a ceramic-titanium hybrid coating but does not disclose PFAS testing or manufacturing details. The coating's exact chemistry remains unclear from public sources.
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Material
Ceramic-titanium hybrid nonstick coating on stainless steel core
Brand disclosure
Brand is silent on PFAS
Lab data
No public lab test
Why this grade
Non-stick, chemistry undisclosed
Marketed non-stick without stating the coating chemistry.
Category baseline
cookware is a category where PFAS exposure is more common.
No PFAS disclosure
No public statement about PFAS in this product.
The full breakdown
What it's made of and why it matters
The Always Pan 2.0 uses a proprietary ceramic-titanium hybrid nonstick coating bonded to a stainless steel base, marketed as Teflon-type coating-free. This hybrid approach attempts to sidestep concerns around traditional Teflon-family coating (Teflon-type coating/Teflon), which can off-gas harmful fumes above 500F. However, Our Place has not publicly disclosed the complete chemical formulation or whether alternative fluorinated compounds (such as short-chain PFAS) are present in the coating binder or release agents.
The brand's record and disclosure
Our Place maintains minimal public transparency on cookware material safety and has not pursued third-party certifications (NSF, GreenGuard, or similar) or published independent test data on coating composition. The brand's silence on PFAS status is notable given industry peer scrutiny; competitors like GreenPan and Caraway have begun disclosing fluorine-free claims or pursuing certification. No product recalls for coating degradation or contamination have been documented on record, but the product line is relatively recent (2.0 launched circa 2022).
How it compares in its category
Ceramic-titanium hybrids occupy a middle ground between traditional Teflon-type coating nonstick and fully ceramic cookware. They typically outperform pure ceramic on nonstick durability and heat conductivity but may underperform on longevity versus stainless steel or cast iron. Our Place's pricing and design focus targets lifestyle consumers rather than safety-first buyers; competitors offering explicit PFAS transparency (e.g., Our Place's own Green Pan line, or brands like Xtrema) command similar or lower price points.
If you buy it
Keep the stovetop below 400F (mid-to-medium heat) to minimize any potential fume risk from the coating binder, even if Teflon-type coating-free. Avoid metal utensils and abrasive scrubbing; hand-wash gently to extend coating life. Inspect the cooking surface regularly for chips, flaking, or discoloration; replace the pan if coating degrades significantly. Do not preheat empty for more than 2-3 minutes, as hybrid coatings are sensitive to thermal stress and may off-gas more readily at high idle temperatures.
Beyond PFAS: other things we checked
Established hazard classes for this product type, assessed from public information. These never change the PFAS grade; a Likely flag caps the Verdict at “Buy with care.”
Coating degradation and microchipping
Ceramic-titanium hybrid coatings are known to wear faster than traditional Teflon-type coating under metal utensil use and thermal cycling. Fragments ingested over time are considered low acute risk but may accumulate; no long-term human ingestion data exists for this specific hybrid formulation.
High-temperature off-gassing from coating binder
While marketed as Teflon-type coating-free, the binder resin and adhesive layer remain proprietary and unspecified. Unknown fluorinated or other volatile organic compounds may release fumes above 400-450F, particularly if the coating is pre-damaged.
Stainless steel leaching at low pH
The stainless steel substrate (composition not specified) is generally stable; however, prolonged contact with acidic foods (vinegar, tomato, citrus) at elevated temperatures can marginally increase nickel and chromium leaching. Standard commercial stainless cookware (including this product) is typically within FDA tolerances.
Aluminum leaching from any intermediate layer
Our Place does not disclose whether an aluminum base or cladding layer is present under the steel core. If used, aluminum exposure is generally low under normal cooking; no published data on this specific product's aluminum migration.
Solvent or adhesive residues in coating
Hybrid ceramic-titanium coatings applied via high-temperature sintering or ceramic-type processes may retain trace solvents or unreacted resin components. Gentle seasoning (cooking fatty foods initially) and proper hand-washing before first use can reduce this risk, but Our Place provides no pre-use cleaning protocol.
What we don’t know
This grade is a model-based estimate from public materials, coatings, and brand disclosure at 45% confidence. It is not a lab result.
No independent PFAS lab test is on record for this exact product. A lab test could move the score in either direction.
The brand has not made a specific, verifiable PFAS-free statement, so part of this score reflects that missing disclosure rather than a confirmed material.
Formulations and coatings change between production runs. Always check the current label before buying.
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