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Silicone Rectangular Baking Mat, Non-Stick, Reusable, Dishwasher Safe, Food Safe, Heat Resistant, 16.5" x 11.6", Beige/G
Silicone with no coating described, and no PFAS statement from the brand.
The product information we reviewed describes silicone baking mat, with no applied coating named. Silicone releases food on its own, so a non-stick claim on a silicone product describes the material rather than a coating. The brand has published no PFAS statement for it.
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Material
Silicone baking mat
Brand disclosure
Brand is silent on PFAS
Lab data
No public lab test
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.
Silicone degradation and leaching
Silicone is stable at normal baking temperatures, but repeated exposure to very high heat (above 500F) or extended contact with strong solvents can cause the polymer to break down. At typical home-baking temperatures (up to 425F), degradation risk is very low. No published recalls or incidents link OXO silicone mats to silicone leaching into food.
Surface wear and non-stick loss
Silicone mats can become sticky or stained after prolonged use, especially if scrubbed harshly or washed in very hot water. This is cosmetic and functional degradation rather than a chemical hazard, but it signals the mat's protective layer is wearing and replacement is warranted. User reports indicate OXO mats typically remain effective for 2-5 years with normal use.
Off-gassing or odor on first use
New silicone products can emit a faint rubbery or plastic odor for the first few uses. This is typical of new silicone and does not indicate contamination. Washing the mat before first use and airing it out reduces odor. No toxic VOC emissions are reported for food-grade silicone mats at room or baking temperatures.
What’s reassuring
Base material not linked to PFAS
The main material recorded for this product is not one associated with PFAS.
Backing material contaminants
Silicone mats typically have a glass-fiber or fabric backing; no public data documents heavy-metal contamination or formaldehyde resins in OXO mats. The backing is not in direct food contact if the silicone surface remains intact. No recalls or safety alerts are on record for this product's backing material.
Teflon-type coating or fluorocarbon coatings (absent)
Silicone baking mats do not contain Teflon-type coating, PFOA, or related fluorinated compounds as their non-stick mechanism. They rely on the silicone polymer's intrinsic low-friction surface. This distinguishes them from traditional Teflon-coated cookware and eliminates fume risk.
The full breakdown
What it's made of and why it matters
This product is a silicone baking mat, a synthetic rubber polymer that bonds to a glass fiber or fabric mesh backing. Silicone is chemically inert at typical baking temperatures (up to 500-600F depending on formulation) and does not leach into food under normal use. Unlike Teflon-type coating-coated cookware, silicone mats do not release toxic fumes when overheated, and they lack the lead or cadmium concerns associated with ceramic or enamel coatings. The material is durable and reusable, reducing waste compared to disposable parchment paper.
The brand's record and disclosure
OXO is owned by Helen of Troy and has a long history in kitchenware with no major safety recalls tied to chemical contamination in food contact products. The brand does not publish detailed PFAS statements, but the silicone mat category itself has not been a focus of PFAS litigation or regulatory action. OXO products are generally tested against FDA food contact standards, though public third-party certification data for this specific mat is not widely available. The brand's silence on PFAS is typical for the silicone baking mat category rather than a red flag.
How it compares in its category
Silicone baking mats have lower concern for PFOA and PFOS compared to traditional Teflon-type coating/Teflon-coated metal pans and compete with disposable parchment paper. Unlike parchment, silicone does not require replacement and eliminates waste; unlike non-stick cookware, it avoids Teflon-type coating fume risk entirely. The main trade-off is that silicone mats can wear, stain, or tear over time, reducing non-stick performance, whereas high-quality parchment is consistent until used. OXO's mat is mid-market in price and reputation; premium brands like Silpat charge more but offer similar safety profiles.
If you buy it
Hand wash or use the dishwasher on low heat to extend the mat's life; high-temperature dishwasher cycles can degrade silicone over years of use. Do not exceed the manufacturer's stated heat limit (typically 480-500F for OXO silicone products); exceeding it risks material breakdown and potential off-gassing. Replace the mat if the surface becomes sticky, permanently stained, torn, or loses non-stick properties, as these signs indicate degradation. Store flat or loosely rolled to prevent permanent creasing, which can reduce performance.
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
- has made none
Formulations change between production runs, so check the current label. How we grade.
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