Tefal Cook Natural 220910206 Rectangular Oven Tray, Size 30 Cm - Grey
Don't buy without Tefal's nonstick coating disclosure.
Tefal hasn't disclosed what material creates the nonstick surface on this steel tray, leaving the PFAS question unanswered. Cast iron or ceramic trays present a clearer choice.
The safe swap
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90/100 safety
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Material
Steel oven tray with unspecified non-stick coating
Brand disclosure
Brand is silent on PFAS
Lab data
No public lab test
What’s concerning
Non-stick, chemistry undisclosed
Advertised as non-stick but coating type is not explained.
No PFAS disclosure
The company has not publicly discussed PFAS in this product.
Category baseline
cookware is a category where PFAS exposure is more common.
Teflon-type coating fume risk (non-stick coating)
T-fal has not disclosed whether the coating is Teflon-type coating or an alternative. If Teflon-type coating, temperatures above 260°C can release toxic fumes (polymer fume fever). Unspecified coating chemistry means this risk cannot be ruled out and is inherent to the product's lack of transparency.
Coating degradation and microparticle release
Steel trays with applied non-stick coatings are prone to chipping and peeling with heavy use or dishwasher cycling. Shed coating particles are typically inert but can accumulate; replacement is advisable when visible wear occurs. T-fal does not specify expected coating lifespan or degradation protocols.
What’s reassuring
Steel leaching (low risk)
Steel itself does not leach toxic elements under normal baking conditions. Chromium and nickel in stainless steel are not bioavailable in food at typical levels. No recall or safety data suggests this tray poses leaching hazards from the substrate.
Lead
The grey/dark coating appears to be a non-stick polymer or anodized layer, not a traditional ceramic enamel glaze. No public safety data or recalls indicate heavy metal contamination. However, manufacturer documentation would confirm this; absence of disclosure leaves a minor knowledge gap.
Source: ATSDR ↗Off-gassing of volatile organic compounds (low risk)
Steel with applied non-stick coating poses minimal VOC off-gassing during normal use. Risk is primarily confined to high-temperature scenarios (>260°C) where coating degradation becomes the limiting concern, not off-gassing.
The full breakdown
What it's made of and why it matters
This is a steel baking tray with an applied non-stick coating of unspecified chemistry. T-fal does not publicly disclose whether this coating is Teflon-type coating-based (Teflon-type) or ceramic-polymer hybrid. Steel substrate itself is food-safe, but the coating is the critical variable: traditional Teflon-type coating releases fumes above 260°C; newer alternatives may pose fewer fume risks but are not confirmed here. The grey color suggests a dark anodized or enameled finish, which aids heat distribution but provides no additional safety data from the manufacturer.
The brand's record and disclosure
T-fal (Groupe SEB subsidiary) has not published detailed PFAS or coating-chemistry transparency reports for this specific product line. The brand has faced no major recalls for this tray model on record, but their silence on non-stick chemistry is typical of many cookware manufacturers and does not confirm safety. T-fal markets 'Cook Natural' as a mainstream product without third-party certification (e.g., Greenguard, carbon-neutral, or toxicology testing seals).
How it compares in its category
Steel baking trays with unknown coatings sit in the mid-range of bakeware safety. Uncoated steel or ceramic-coated alternatives offer better transparency and eliminate fume risk. Non-stick steel trays are cheaper and more convenient than bare steel but trade durability for the coating uncertainty. This model offers no performance advantage over budget uncoated steel or premium ceramic-coated competitors.
If you buy it
Keep oven temperature below 260°C (500°F) to minimize any fume risk from the coating. Hand-wash only; dishwasher use accelerates coating wear. Inspect the coating annually for scratches, peeling, or discoloration. Replace the tray if the coating degrades significantly or if cooking produces unusual odors. Do not use for broiling or direct flame. Store in a cool, dry place to extend coating life.
What we don’t know
- Basis
- Model estimate, 35% confidence, not a lab result
- Lab test
- None on record for this exact product
- Brand statement
- Tefal has made none
Formulations change between production runs, so check the current label. How we grade.
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