Generally, it is not necessary to wash cookware or bakeware with a non-stick coating in the dishwasher, but this extremely thorough cleaning will not harm the finish, or affect the performance quality. We recommend you follow the manufacturers cleaning instructions.

With today's improved non-sticks, scratching is much less of a problem to worry about. And even if a minor scratch were to occur, it only affects the appearance - not the cooking or easy clean-up performance - of the pan. To avoid scratching, don't use sharp-edged or metal utensils when cooking. Some of the more durable Teflon® coatings, like Teflon® Select or Teflon® Platinum Pro, resist damage from metal utensils with careful use.

Searing is easily accomplished in a non-stick pan. Simply pre-heat your non-stick pan slowly until it reaches the appropriate temperature, then add the food to be seared.

Particles from Teflon® cookware are not harmful to consumers. Particles from Teflon® branded cookware are not harmful, even if ingested. Confidence in the safety and performance of DuPont non-stick coatings is based on more than 40 years of laboratory testing and use in home and commercial kitchens.

Teflon® was first used to make cookware non-stick in the early 1960's. Since then cooks in more than 40 countries around the world have purchased billions of pots and pans with DuPont non-stick coatings for home and commercial use.

The safety of cookware coated with fluoropolymer non-stick coatings has been assessed by regulatory agencies of the United States and many other countries. For many years, non-stick cookware has been approved by the U.S. Food & Drug Administration (FDA) for conventional kitchen use. FDA has not changed that approval. Governments in other parts of the world have also approved these coatings on cookware and housewares.

Low or medium heat is recommended for cookware with DuPont non-stick surfaces, however, the coatings can withstand temperatures up to 500?F, which is well above what is recommended for frying and baking. Furthermore, the coatings will not show significant decomposition until temperatures reach 600?F, but it is unlikely that the cookware could reach such temperatures without burning the food to an inedible state. However, they can be reached if an empty pan is left on a hot burner or in the oven.

far as being dish-washer safe, the pots are completely dish-washer safe, however, because of the mechanism of the steam release valve, it is suggested that the lids not be placed in a dishwasher. The answer to this question is "yes". The reason that we will sell to you, an individual, at our wholesale price is because we are on the Internet, and our web sites are picked up by all of the major search engines.

Yes. DuPont non-stick coatings on cookware are safe for everyday use. Confidence in the safety and performance of DuPont non-stick coatings is based on more than 40 years of laboratory testing and use in home and commercial kitchens. Moreover, a stringent certification program ensures that non-stick coatings by DuPont are used only in suitable applications.

high temperatures, the quality of the coating may begin to deteriorate - it may dis-color or lose its non-stick quality. This can begin to occur at temperatures above 500? F. If heated to an extremely high temperature, the coating may begin to decompose and give off fumes. Fats, butter, or cooking oil will begin to scorch and smoke at about 400? F (204? C).

No. Consumers frequently use the term "Teflon" to refer to any non-stick coating. However, Teflon? is a DuPont-owned registered trademark for non-stick coatings and other products. Other companies make non-stick coatings that are marketed under different brand names. While non-stick coatings may vary somewhat, most are based on the same basic materials ? known as fluoropolymers.

You can check out our Where to buy feature, where you?ll find a list of where you can purchase cookware coated with DuPont non-stick coatings.

It is best if a coated pan is used on low or medium heat. Higher temperatures (above 500? F) can be reached while cooking, but the food will likely burn and smoke to unacceptable levels. Even higher temperatures (above 600? F) can be reached within minutes, if dry or empty cookware is left on a hot burner or in a hot oven. Non-stick cookware should not be left unattended or allowed to get very hot without food in the pan.

Yes. Non-stick coating on most cookware may be marred by the sharp edge of a steel spatula or point of a fork. For longevity of use, plastic and/or nylon kitchen tools are best paired with non-stick cookware.

Birds have particularly sensitive respiratory systems, and can be injured by many kinds of household fumes, including those from aerosol sprays, burning butter or cooking oils, cleaning solvents, and overheated non-stick cookware. Bird owners can take several precautions to protect pet birds from cooking fumes: (1) keep birds out of the kitchen; (2) observe good cooking practices and never allow cookware to overheat; and (3) keep the cooking area well-ventilated.

Yes, pans with plastic or metal handles may be washed in a dishwasher. Pans with wooden handles should be washed by hand as described above.

Calphalon cookware is not dishwaher safe but does clean up easily by hand in hot, soapy water. The harsh automatic dishwasher detergents are damaging to hard anodised and infused anodised surfaces, and will reduce the life of your cookware.

Cookware should never be overheated. Low or medium heat is recommended for cookware with non-stick coatings. The coatings are completely safe for normal kitchen use, including baking or frying, and can be used at temperature up to approximately 500? F (260? C). For example, meat is usually cooked at 204?C/400?F, poultry is generally roasted at 204?C/400?F and cookies and cakes are usually baked at around 190?C/375?F.

All fumes can be irritating or even harmful. Butter, fats, and cooking oils will begin to smoke at 400? F (204? C), producing fumes that can irritate eyes, nose and throat and possibly cause respiratory distress. DuPont non-stick coatings will not begin to deteriorate in appearance or performance until the temperature of the cookware reaches about 500? F (260? C). The coating will not show significant decomposition unless temperatures exceed about 600? F (316? ).

Non-stick coating provides an easy and convenient way to enhance your cooking experience. Cookware coated with non-stick is safe at cooking temperatures up to 500? F/260? C, which is beyond the temperature that foods are normally prepared.

Yes, Teflon® non-stick products are safe. Prior to market introduction, DuPont non-stick coatings were subjected to studies at the DuPont Haskell Laboratory for Health & Environmental Sciences.  Cooks in more than 40 countries around the world have purchased and used billions of pots and pans with DuPont non-stick coatings.

Because birds have extremely sensitive respiratory systems, bird owners must take precautions to protect them. Cooking fumes, smoke and odors that have little or no effect on people can seriously sicken and even kill birds, often quite quickly. Cooking fumes from any type of unattended or overheated cookware, not just non-stick, can damage a bird’s lungs with alarming speed.

Overheating. If food sticks to your pan, the heat was too high or you had no moisture in the pan. Try adding two tablespoon of water to fresh or frozen vegetables.

ANSWER: As far as being dish-washer safe, the pots are completely dish-washer safe, however, because of the 'mechanism of the steam release valve, it is suggested that the lids not be placed in a dishwasher.

Most cookware and bakeware can be cleaned safely in an automatic dishwasher. However, water with high mineral content, as well as certain detergents can darken some surfaces, stain aluminum or copper, and remove the "seasoning" from cast iron and from nonstick surfaces. Hard anodized aluminum will discolor in a dishwasher. Check the manufacturer's instructions before washing your utensils in an automatic dishwasher.

A "Non-stick" refers to a variety of coatings applied to cookware by manufacturers to endow their cookware with a surface that resists all sticking. Consequently, foods can be cooked without concern of sticking, and with little to no grease. Speedy and easy cleanup is also facilitated. It is advised to not overheat non-stick cookware. Care must be taken to not damage the non-stick surface with utensils and knives.

DuPont non-stick finishes may be used on the range, in the oven, microwave, and under the broiler as long as the temperature does not reach 600?F. However, the material of the cookware itself may be unsuitable to put in the oven. Please check the manufacturer guidelines for proper use.

Yes, Le Creuset offers the omelette pan. Due to the excellent heat retention properties of Le Creuset cast iron, only medium to low heat settings are needed for the best cooking results this will also help prevent damage to the non-stick surface which can be caused through overheating.