Trying to avoid PFAS in the kitchen? Here’s the best nontoxic cookware, according to chefs

Shopping for nontoxic cookware is confusing, so I asked chefs and experts for recommendations and tips on what to look for besides the buzzwords.
The New York Times

How Nontoxic Is ‘Nontoxic’ Cookware?

Many brands claim to have safer chemical coatings on their pots and pans. But can you trust what’s on the label? By Michelle Toh If you’re looking for a new pot or frying pan these days, prepare to ...
Morningstar

Cookware Manufacturer Highlights PFAS-Free Cast Iron and Carbon Steel as Industry Faces Increased Scrutiny of Non-Stick Coatings

CHARLESTON, S.C., Jan. 20, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- As scrutiny of so-called "forever chemicals" in consumer products continues to grow, Smithey Ironware, an American manufacturer of cast iron and carbon ...