What is Non-stick coating grade?
PTFE-based coating; quality is in the number of layers and the base metal thickness.
Short answer
PFOA-free is standard now; the real question is coating layers and base thickness.
Non-stick coating grade when buying a cookware & pans
PTFE-based coating; quality is in the number of layers and the base metal thickness.
Why it matters: Thin single-coat pans lose non-stick in months; 3–5 layer coatings on 3 mm+ bases last years.
Look for: PFOA-free is standard now; the real question is coating layers and base thickness.
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