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Our Place Always Pan
Ceramic coating unclear on PFAS use, brand silent on safety
Our Place markets the Always Pan with a ceramic nonstick coating but does not disclose PFAS status or third-party testing. Ceramic can be PFAS-free but coating details remain undisclosed by the brand.
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Material
Ceramic nonstick coating over aluminum core
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
The Always Pan uses a ceramic nonstick coating bonded to an aluminum core. Ceramic coatings avoid Teflon-type coating/perfluorocarbon chemistry entirely, eliminating fume risk from overheating. However, aluminum cookware can leach aluminum into food under acidic or high-heat conditions, and the ceramic layer's durability over time determines whether that aluminum core becomes exposed and reactive with food.
The brand's record and disclosure
Our Place has not published third-party safety testing, material certifications (e.g., California Prop 65, NSF), or explicit PFAS statements despite PFAS-free marketing claims circulating in consumer discussion. The brand's silence on coating composition and safety standards limits independent verification. No major recalls or health complaints have entered public record for this product.
How it compares in its category
Ceramic nonstick cookware ranks ahead of traditional Teflon-type coating nonstick in avoiding fluorinated compounds but typically trails seasoned cast iron or stainless steel in long-term durability and safety predictability. The Always Pan's aluminum substrate is lighter than cast iron but more reactive than stainless; ceramic coatings on aluminum products have shown degradation within 1-3 years of regular use in some reports, at which point leaching risk increases.
If you buy it
Avoid prolonged contact with acidic foods (tomato, citrus, vinegar), which accelerate aluminum leaching; use neutral or slightly alkaline foods when possible. Keep stovetop heat at medium or lower to extend ceramic coating life. Inspect the coating every 6-12 months for chips, peeling, or wear; discard the pan if the aluminum substrate becomes visible. Hand wash rather than dishwasher to slow coating degradation.
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.”
Aluminum leaching
Ceramic coating degradation or contact with acidic foods can expose the aluminum core, allowing migration into food. Risk increases with age and frequency of use.
Ceramic coating degradation over time
Consumer reports and ceramicware testing indicate ceramic nonstick coatings can chip, peel, or become uneven within 1-3 years; no durability testing or warranty details have been publicly disclosed by Our Place.
Lead or cadmium in ceramic glaze
No recalls or test results documenting lead or cadmium in the Always Pan's ceramic coating have entered public record; standard U.S. cookware regulations do apply to imported ceramics, but independent verification is not available.
Teflon-type coating fume risk
Ceramic coating specifically avoids Teflon-type coating/Teflon, eliminating the risk of perfluorooctanoic acid (PFOA) or polytetrafluoroethylene fumes at high heat.
Manufacturing transparency and third-party testing
Our Place has not published independent safety certifications, material sourcing details, or full coating composition; this opacity limits ability to assess heavy metals, binders, or other additives in the ceramic layer.
What we don’t know
This grade is a model-based estimate from public materials, coatings, and brand disclosure at 45% 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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