you know - I've read that so many times lately. I suppose I'll have to try it. :)

lol - I totally understand cynicism!
Good question - I'm not sure, but I know that Classic New Tek has been in the US since 2002. I know, that doesn't seem very long. I need to read more about their company info.
I've only had my pan for a little over a year, so I can't say what it will look like after 5. But most of the managers in our store have had them for a long time and haven't had any problems. Of course, we probably pay more attention to care and maintenance than the average buyer.

Having said that, we very rarely see them come back. The only time I ever see one come back is when the customer used olive oil in it at high heat. There is a bit about using oil at high heat on their website I think. Don't do that in any non-stick, btw.

I still prefer clad or cast iron, but that's just me. :) I'd probably go for copper if we still sold it. I can't afford that without a discount!

Ah! Here is the full sentence.
However, the nonstick surface of SCANPAN Cookware still contains the chemical compound PTFE, which will start to decompose and release fumes at approx. 660° F (349° C). While these temperatures are not reached in a normal cooking and frying environment, they could occur if the pan is left unattended and is allowed to overheat or cook dry.

Still... good to know.

Thanks for the info. I shall check it out! Aside from the chemical issue, they really are fantastic pans... for non-stick. I actually prefer my clad cookware and cast iron. :)

If you want non-stick, go with Scanpan. It's ceramic titanium, not teflon. No pfoas. No "yucky" will come off in your food. You can use metal utensils. It's the only non-stick that will actually sear and deglaze. You will not be buying new ones every 5 years. I work at Sur La Table and we sell them. Even if you decide the coating is less than great after years of use, we will replace it for free.

I only keep one non-stick pan for cheesy, eggy things. I won't even bother with anything except Scanpan.

oh and - They're not made in China. :) Denmark.

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It comes in 11 oz jars. At least that's what we have at the Glendale Americana location.

I work at Sur La Table, and we sell Duck Fat. :)