Our Place · Non-Stick Kitchen Gadgets
Our Place Essential Utensil Set
Brand PFAS statement on record, which we have not verified.
Our Place says its ceramic non-stick coating is made without PFAS, including Teflon-type coating and PFOA. We record that as an unverified brand claim.
Brand says: “Our Place says its ceramic non-stick coating is made without PFAS, including PTFE and PFOA.”
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Material
Stainless steel utensils
Brand disclosure
Brand claims PFAS-free
Lab data
No public lab test
Is Our Place Essential Utensil Set non-toxic? What it is made of
This set consists of stainless steel utensils, which is an inert metal alloy resistant to corrosion and leaching under normal kitchen use. Stainless steel does not require non-stick coatings and avoids the thermal degradation risks associated with synthetic polymer coatings. The material itself is stable across typical cooking temperatures and does not off-gas or shed particles into food when used correctly.
What’s concerning
Category baseline
The starting point for this type of product, before anything specific to this product is counted.
Nickel leaching from stainless steel
Stainless steel utensils can release trace nickel into food under acidic conditions or prolonged contact, particularly if alloy quality is lower. Our Place does not publicly disclose nickel content or alloy grade; individuals with nickel sensitivity should exercise caution.
Handle attachment degradation
If handles are affixed with screws or adhesive rather than welded, these connection points may loosen or corrode over repeated washing and use, creating a replacement trigger.
What’s reassuring
Brand-stated PFAS-free
The brand states this product is PFAS-free. We have not verified the claim.
Base material not linked to PFAS
The main material recorded for this product is not one associated with PFAS.
Coating or surface treatment on handles
Product context does not specify handle material or any applied finish; if handles are rubberized, plastic, or wood, those materials would require separate hazard assessment not provided in available information.
Heavy metals
No recalls or test results documenting lead, cadmium, or other heavy metals in Our Place stainless utensils have been published. Industry standard stainless (304 or 316) does not intentionally contain these elements, but manufacturing origin and QC practices vary by supplier.
Source, FDA ↗Microplastic shedding
Solid stainless steel utensils do not generate microplastics. This hazard applies only if handles are polymer-based; current product details do not specify.
The full breakdown
The brand's record and disclosure
Our Place has made a public PFAS-free claim for their non-stick cookware line, though we have not independently verified testing. The brand has gained visibility for sustainability messaging and transparency on chemical choices in recent years. No significant safety recalls or controversies specific to this utensil set have been documented in public records. Their disclosure of PFAS avoidance aligns with consumer demand but should not substitute for your own product label review.
How it compares in its category
Stainless steel utensils are lower concern in the kitchen gadget category because they are not linked to coating-related hazards (no Teflon-type coating fume risk, no ceramic glaze concerns, no polymer breakdown). Most competitors in the budget utensil range use the same material, so this set is materially comparable to unbranded alternatives. The key advantage here is Our Place's explicit PFAS positioning rather than material superiority.
If you buy it
Stainless steel utensils are durable and require no special handling beyond normal hand-washing; dishwasher-safe per product documentation. Avoid prolonged contact with acidic foods or salt water if the steel quality is lower-grade, as pitting can occur over years. Replace utensils if handles loosen or cracks appear, though stainless steel itself does not degrade into the food. Store in a dry location to prevent corrosion over time.
What we don’t know
- Basis
- Model estimate, 72% confidence, not a lab result
- Lab test
- None on record for this exact product
- Brand statement
- Our Place has made a specific claim
Formulations change between production runs, so check the current label. How we grade.
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