The Green Pan Reviews

GreenPan cookware is made by The Cookware Company and is part of a family of healthy, eco-friendly cookware brands. GreenPan products are PTFE, PFOA and cadmium free.

They are safe to use with metal utensils and they also withstand high temperatures. This is a great set of nonstick pans for anyone looking to eliminate toxic PFAS chemicals from their kitchen.

Thermolon Coating

Green pans are infused with Thermolon, a ceramic nonstick coating that is metal-utensil safe and oven safe up to 500F. It contains no PFOA, PTFE, PFAs, or PFOS, so it is safer for the environment and better for your health than Teflon, which has been linked to cancer and other diseases.

Thermolon is made using a wet chemical technique called sol-gel processing. This process can contain metals and solvents, which may leave behind toxic residues if the coating chipped or scratched.

Thermolon is also non-stick, which makes it easier to cook with. Its durability is proven through extensive domestic testing that includes frying an egg, dishwasher use, and boiling in salt water. It’s also scratch resistant, making it more durable than traditional nonsticks. However, it’s still possible to scratch the coating with sharp knives or pan scrapers. This is a common problem with all nonsticks, so it’s best to use soft-edged tools when cleaning and seasoning your GreenPan.

PFOA and PTFE Free

While PTFE is safe to use at lower temperatures, it becomes toxic when heated above 390F. You should never preheat an empty pan and keep your pets away from the stove because the fumes can kill them in seconds. Also, be careful when looking for pans that are marketed as “PTFE free.” They may just mean PFOA-free and not PTFE-free.

Green pans are made of a ceramic nonstick coating called GREBLON that is PFOA and PTFE free. The manufacturer claims that this ceramic nonstick is safer than Teflon because it does not release harmful fumes at high heats.

PTFE is made from polytetrafluoroethylene (PFAS), which are a group of chemicals that includes perfluorooctanoic acid (PFOA), perfluorooctane sulfonate (PFOS), and alkylphenol ethoxylates (APEO). These chemicals are not biodegradable, and they accumulate in people’s bodies and can cause health problems. PFOA is linked to kidney cancer, testicular cancer, ulcerative colitis, low birth weight, and thyroid issues. It can also cause flu-like symptoms.

Eco-Friendly

GreenPan cookware is made with non-toxic, environmentally friendly Thermolon coating. It’s free of PFOA and PTFE chemicals, and is oven-proof up to 600 degrees Fahrenheit. The body of the pans are made from anodized aluminum, which is durable and lightweight. This eco-friendly cookware is also dishwasher safe.

The coating on these pans is easy to clean with a mild dishwashing liquid. It’s best to avoid using cooking sprays on green pans, because the residue can ruin the nonstick coating. It’s also recommended to use nylon or wooden utensils to prevent scratching the nonstick coating.

GreenPan offers a limited lifetime warranty on their products. This is a good length of time for a nonstick product, and it’s better than the short warranties offered by most nonstick cookware makers. The company also has a no-questions asked return policy, which is unusual in the kitchenware industry.

Durable

Green pans are dishwasher safe and easy to clean with hot, soapy water. However, regular use of cooking sprays is not a good idea because aerosols can damage the coating. Using metal utensils on these pans is also not recommended because they can scratch and flake the nonstick surface.

The GreenPan sets include lids and are oven safe up to 600 F. The cookware is made with hard-anodized aluminum and has a sleek matte finish. The set is suitable for use on gas, electric, and induction stovetops.

The GreenPan frying pans are very durable and have an even heating rating of 5 out of 5. This means the pans heat quickly and evenly across the entire cooking surface. This is a big plus, especially when you’re cooking omelets and other recipes that require low to medium heat. The rims of the pans are slightly flared for easier, less drippy pouring. They also have a sturdy, stainless steel handle that stays cool to the touch.