Our Place · Non-Stick Kitchen Gadgets
Our Place Utensil Essentials 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, material unclear
Brand disclosure
Brand claims PFAS-free
Lab data
No public lab test
Is Our Place Utensil Essentials Set non-toxic? What it is made of
This set consists of stainless steel utensils, a material that does not leach heavy metals or release volatile compounds during normal kitchen use. Stainless steel is inert across typical cooking temperatures and resists corrosion, making it chemically stable in contact with food and water. The critical detail here is that the utensils themselves contain no non-stick coating (such as Teflon-type coating), which eliminates the primary thermal decomposition risk associated with coated gadgets.
What’s concerning
Category baseline
The starting point for this type of product, before anything specific to this product is counted.
Handle material degradation (if present)
If handles incorporate plastic, silicone, or resin components, prolonged heat exposure or hand dishwashing may degrade adhesive joints. Product specifications do not clarify handle material composition; this remains a data gap for this specific set.
Corrosion and rust formation in joints
Riveted or welded joints in stainless steel can accumulate moisture and food residue, promoting localized corrosion over years of use. Poor drying or storage in humid conditions accelerates this degradation, potentially creating sharp edges or loose components.
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.
Heavy metals
Stainless steel utensils do not leach nickel or chromium into food under normal use because the alloy is bonded in the metal matrix, not applied as a coating. Only corrosion or severe mechanical wear would expose surfaces where leaching becomes theoretically possible.
Source, FDA ↗Thermal decomposition of non-stick coatings
This product is marketed as stainless steel utensils without applied non-stick coatings, eliminating Teflon-type coating fume risk. Absence of a coating removes this hazard class entirely.
Allergen or fragrance additives in packaging
Utensil sets do not typically include fragrance or allergen-bearing components in the product itself, though packaging materials are not specified in available information.
The full breakdown
The brand's record and disclosure
Our Place has made a public PFAS-free claim for this product line, though we have not independently verified third-party testing. The brand has positioned itself in the premium, sustainability-conscious cookware segment and has disclosed positions on chemical avoidance. No established recalls or safety controversies have been identified for this specific utensil set in public records. Transparency on material sourcing and manufacturing remains limited to marketing claims rather than certified testing reports.
How it compares in its category
Stainless steel utensils show lower concern in the non-stick kitchen gadget category compared to coated silicone, nylon, or Teflon-type coating-based alternatives. Most commercial silicone utensils pose minimal risk under normal use, but stainless steel avoids even the small thermal-decomposition concern at high heat. Premium-branded stainless steel sets like this one typically cost more than mass-market alternatives, reflecting material quality and finish durability rather than additional chemical safety features.
If you buy it
Hand wash stainless steel utensils promptly to prevent mineral spotting and corrosion on the handles or joints, which can weaken them over time. Avoid prolonged soaking or exposure to high-chlorine environments. Inspect handles and rivets annually for rust or loosening; replace any utensil with visible corrosion or loose components. Stainless steel utensils tolerate all stovetop and oven temperatures without chemical release, making them suitable for any cooking method.
What we don’t know
- Basis
- Model estimate, 62% 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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