Rank #1 · Stainless steel
Made In Stainless Clad Frying Pan
Top materials class (bare stainless) plus published independent PFAS lab panels. Strong plastic-free cook-surface profile for everyday sauté work.
Materials
5-ply stainless clad cook surface — no PTFE/ceramic coating on the stainless line. Prefer the uncoated stainless pieces over any separate nonstick SKU.
Plastic-free build
Score 10.0/10. Metal pan body and handle construction; no plastic cook surface. Confirm lid/knob materials on the exact SKU you buy.
Lab findings
Published figures: Light Labs Made In cookware PFAS reports (examples last tested 2025-02-14 and 2025-09-22): listed PFAS analytes reported below measurable levels / within brand limits (e.g. multiple analytes < 0.007 ppb or equivalent report units). This is PFAS screening of submitted samples — not a heavy-metal XRF of every SKU.
Made In publishes third-party Light Labs PFAS panels for cookware lines; reported PFAS analytes below measurable levels on the cited reports (lot/date specific).
Caveats
- Light Labs reports are brand-commissioned third-party tests on submitted samples; they are not a Consumer Reports performance rating.
- Some Made In catalog SKUs are nonstick — those are a different material class and are not this ranking entry.
- No Lead Safe Mama XRF citation for this exact pan is included here.
Sources cited
- Light Labs — Made In Cookware PFAS report — PFAS analytes below measurable levels; last tested Feb 14, 2025 (report page). · checked 2026-10-26
- Light Labs — Made In Cookware PFAS report (later panel) — Additional PFAS panel; last tested Sep 22, 2025 (report page). · checked 2026-10-26
- Consumer Reports — safer kitchenware guidance — CR editorial guidance favoring stainless / cast iron over PTFE nonstick when avoiding PFAS. · checked 2026-10-26
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Price band: $100–$200 (single pan); sets higher. Data last reviewed 2026-10-26. Affiliate status never changes rank.