PFAS, or Per- and Polyfluoroalkyl Substances, are a family of over 10,000 chemicals. But not all PFAS are created equal. They fall into two main categories: polymeric and non-polymeric. Understanding this distinction is key to grasping cookware safety.
At Scanpan, we use PTFE, a type of polymeric PFAS, in our non-stick surfaces. This allows us to create the longest-lasting, most effective non-stick cookware on the market.
Let’s clear the air about PTFE safety. This remarkable substance is chemically inert, meaning it doesn’t react with food or transfer into it. All of the ingredients in our proprietary Stratanium nonstick are bound within the hard surface and will not migrate out. It’s so reliable that it’s FDA-approved for food contact. Crafted in Denmark, our cookware undergoes rigorous testing to exceed both American and European regulatory requirements. With Scanpan, you’re cooking with confidence, backed by science and regulatory approval.
The difference between STRATANIUM and STRATANIUM+ isn’t something you read about – it’s something you feel. Both deliver outstanding nonstick performance, but each offers a distinctly different tactile experience that appeals to different cooking preferences.
Imagine the most perfectly smooth nonstick surface you’ve ever used, then make it even better. STRATANIUM feels effortlessly smooth under your spatula. Food doesn’t just release - it glides. Move your eggs around the pan and they float like they’re on air. It’s the classic nonstick experience perfected. When you cook with STRATANIUM, you feel that satisfying, effortless movement that makes cooking feel almost magical.
“Love that classic nonstick glide where food moves freely”
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The Textured Experience STRATANIUM+ feels different the moment you start cooking. The surface has a subtle texture that you can sense through your spatula - it’s got grip. This isn’t rough or scratchy, it’s purposeful. When you place a piece of chicken in the pan, you feel it settle into the surface rather than sliding around. This grip is what gives you those incredible searing results. When you do lift your food, it releases cleanly with a gentle nudge from your tool.
“Prefer when your pan holds food for better browning and
searing”
Both surfaces are exceptional at what they do. Your choice comes down to what feels right in your hands and matches your cooking style.
