T-Fal Simply Cook Nonstick Roaster, Is It Non-Toxic?
Teflon-type coating non-stick coating, disclosed by the brand.
T-fal lists this range among its products containing intentionally added PFAS and says its nonstick contains Teflon-type coating, a Teflon-family coating in the PFAS family.
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Material
Teflon-type coating non-stick coating, as disclosed by T-fal for this range
Lab data
No public lab test
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Is T-Fal Simply Cook Nonstick Roaster non-toxic? What it is made of
This roaster uses Teflon-type coating (polytetrafluoroethylene) non-stick coating, which T-Fal explicitly discloses for this product line. Teflon-type coating is a synthetic Teflon-family coating that bonds to the underlying metal substrate. When heated above approximately 500°F, Teflon-type coating can decompose and release fluorinated gases; at extremely high temperatures (above 900°F), this decomposition accelerates significantly. The roasting pan's typical use at 350-450°F for roasting falls below this threshold, but accidental overheating or broiler use poses a release risk.
What’s concerning
No PFAS disclosure
No PFAS-free statement from the brand for this product.
PTFE / Teflon confirmed
The brand discloses a Teflon-type coating.
Category baseline
The starting point for this type of product, before anything specific to this product is counted.
Teflon-type coating thermal decomposition / fume release
Teflon-type coating non-stick coatings can release fluorinated gases when heated above 500°F. Normal roasting (350-450°F) falls below this threshold, but accidental high heat, broiler use, or preheating errors can trigger decomposition. Acute inhalation may cause temporary flu-like symptoms (polymer fume fever); chronic low-level exposure data are limited but concerning.
Aluminum substrate leaching
Roasters are typically aluminum underneath the Teflon-type coating. Once the coating chips or wears through (common after repeated use or dishwashing), direct contact between acidic foods and bare aluminum can increase aluminum migration into food. Risk increases if coating degrades over time.
Coating degradation and flaking
Teflon-type coating non-stick coatings on budget cookware are known to wear, chip, or peel after extended use, particularly with dishwashing or metal utensils. Small flecks of non-stick coating ingested are not expected to cause acute harm but compromise the product's utility and may accelerate underlying metal exposure.
Lack of use-safety labeling on Teflon-type coating limits
T-Fal's product labeling for this roaster does not prominently warn consumers of the 500°F Teflon-type coating decomposition threshold or recommend specific ventilation. Consumers unfamiliar with Teflon-type coating limits may inadvertently overheat the pan, increasing fume release risk.
What’s reassuring
Lead
No records of lead or cadmium contamination in T-Fal Simply Cook roasters. The coating is Teflon-type coating, not a ceramic glaze or enamel prone to heavy metal leaching. This hazard is not established for this product.
Source, ATSDR ↗How is this PFAS grade calculated?
The brand's record and disclosure
T-Fal discloses the Teflon-type coating in product descriptions but does not publicly state a position on PFAS phase-out or alternative materials. The brand has not obtained third-party certifications (such as GREENGUARD or similar) for this cookware line. No major recalls specific to Teflon-type coating fume release have been recorded for this model, though Teflon-type coating fume incidents are rare and typically associated with overheating events rather than normal use.
How it compares in its category
Teflon-type coating non-stick roasters are among the most common in the market and are less expensive than ceramic or ceramic-polymer hybrid coatings. Most major brands (Calphalon, Teflon-branded T-Fal lines, and others) use Teflon-type coating for budget cookware. Ceramic-coated and uncoated stainless steel roasters avoid Teflon-type coating but require more oil and offer less non-stick convenience. This product sits in the standard-concern tier for Teflon-type coating cookware rather than a high-risk outlier.
If you buy it
Maintain roasting temperatures below 500°F; most roasting recipes operate at 350-450°F. Avoid placing the empty pan under a broiler or on high stovetop heat. Ensure good kitchen ventilation, especially during preheating and cooking. Inspect the coating regularly for chips, scratches, or peeling; if the underlying metal (typically aluminum) is exposed, replace the pan to avoid both aluminum leaching and further coating breakdown. Hand-wash to extend coating life; dishwashers and metal utensils accelerate wear.
What is not known about PFAS in this product?
- Basis
- Model estimate, 35% confidence, not a lab result
- Lab test
- None on record for this exact product
- Brand statement
- T-fal has made a specific claim
Formulations change between production runs, so check the current label. How we grade.
What are the PFAS-free alternatives to T-Fal Simply Cook Nonstick Roaster?
- Ceramic nonstick coating (Thermolon™)
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- Ceramic coating degradation over time
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- Ceramic-reinforced nonstick coating (unspecified formulation)
- The brand calls it PFAS-free, which we have not verified
- Coating degradation over time
4 hazards checked on this product, all on its full breakdown.
- Thermolon nonstick coating (proprietary blend, composition not fully disclosed)
- The brand calls it PFAS-free, which we have not verified
- Aluminum leaching
3 hazards checked on this product, all on its full breakdown.
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