Glad · Bakeware
Glad Rectangle Pan
Nonstick coating unknown; skip until brand discloses material.
Glad's rectangle pan has an unspecified nonstick coating. No public disclosure of PFAS status or coating chemistry from the brand.
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90/100 safety
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Material
aluminum baking pan, nonstick coating unspecified
Brand disclosure
Brand is silent on PFAS
Lab data
No public lab test
Why this grade
Non-stick, chemistry undisclosed
Marketed non-stick without stating the coating chemistry.
Category baseline
cookware is a category where PFAS exposure is more common.
No PFAS disclosure
No public statement about PFAS in this product.
The full breakdown
What it's made of and why it matters
Glad Rectangle Pan is an aluminum baking sheet with a proprietary nonstick coating of undisclosed chemistry. Aluminum itself is food-safe at typical baking temperatures, but the coating is the critical unknown: Glad does not publicly specify whether it uses Teflon-type coating (Teflon), ceramic, silicone, or another system. Without this disclosure, you cannot assess PFAS leaching risk or fume hazard if the coating is damaged or overheated.
The brand's record and disclosure
Glad (owned by Clorox Company) is a leading consumer products brand but maintains silence on nonstick coating composition across its cookware line. No independent certifications (GOTS, OEKO-TEX, NSF) are listed for this product. The brand has not published PFAS reduction commitments or transition timelines as of public record, and does not offer coating material specs on product packaging or their website.
How it compares in its category
Most mass-market aluminum baking pans use either Teflon-type coating-based or ceramic nonstick coatings. Glad's lack of transparency is typical of budget cookware but puts it behind premium brands (e.g., GreenPan, Caraway) that actively market PFOA-free or Teflon-type coating-free status. Uncoated aluminum or cast iron alternatives eliminate nonstick coating hazards entirely at similar price points.
If you buy it
Keep oven temperature at or below 500F to prevent coating breakdown and potential Teflon-type coating fume release. Hand-wash gently to avoid scratch damage that accelerates leaching. Replace immediately if the coating chips, peels, or shows discoloration. Store away from high heat and acidic foods; inspect before each use. Consider upgrading to a brand that discloses nonstick material if you use it frequently.
Beyond PFAS: other things we checked
Established hazard classes for this product type, assessed from public information. These never change the PFAS grade; a Likely flag caps the Verdict at “Buy with care.”
Teflon-type coating fume risk (coating unknown)
If Glad uses Teflon-type coating and coating is overheated above 500-600F or damaged, Teflon-type coating can degrade and release fumes capable of causing polymer fume fever. Glad does not disclose coating type, so risk cannot be ruled out.
Aluminum leaching
Aluminum itself leaches minimally into food at typical baking temperatures (below 400F) and is not classified as a primary toxicant in cookware. No recalls or studies specific to Glad pans document unsafe aluminum release.
Coating degradation and microflaking
Aluminum pans with nonstick coatings commonly develop wear, scratches, and flaking over 1-3 years of use. Glad does not specify coating durability ratings or ingredient composition, making it difficult to assess whether flakes pose ingestion risk or contain problematic additives.
Cadmium or lead in coating
No public recalls or testing data suggest lead or cadmium contamination in Glad nonstick cookware. However, Glad's lack of third-party certification or material transparency prevents independent verification.
Lack of regulatory disclosure
Glad has not adopted voluntary PFAS disclosure standards or pursued GRAS (Generally Recognized As Safe) certification for its nonstick coatings, which is increasingly expected in the cookware market and raises questions about formulation choices.
What we don’t know
This grade is a model-based estimate from public materials, coatings, and brand disclosure at 35% confidence. It is not a lab result.
No independent PFAS lab test is on record for this exact product. A lab test could move the score in either direction.
The brand has not made a specific, verifiable PFAS-free statement, so part of this score reflects that missing disclosure rather than a confirmed material.
Formulations and coatings change between production runs. Always check the current label before buying.
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