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My oven stopped working so I spent more than 20 hours searching for a non-toxic oven such as a Teflon free toaster oven or countertop oven. I went to various websites to read customer reviews, complaint boards, and calling companies.
In late 2021, I updated this blog with new research to reflect 6 options for a Non Toxic Toaster Oven.
Toaster ovens without Teflon nonstick coating
In this blog, you will learn why going Teflon-free is important, how it is hurting your pet’s health, and a few Teflon-free countertop oven options.
I know there are differences between toaster ovens and countertop ovens but let’s face the facts, many people still refer to it as a toaster oven. I know I call it a toaster oven. Sometimes once you get used to calling something by a particular name it just sticks.
Hidden dangers of PFAS chemicals in your Toaster ovens
As I was looking at ovens with the best ratings or all the bells & whistles, I quickly realized most had a non-stick interior that contained Teflon, PFOA, or PTFE (all are in a class of chemicals called PFAS, Per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances ) and how it was having negative health effects on pets and people.
On June 4, 2019, the FDA confirms that the nonstick chemicals in items such as our cookware are contaminating our food and water. These chemicals can cause cancer, thyroid disease, liver damage, and more. I use this oven to cook food and bake things like my homemade preservative-free cat & dog treats. When I need to cook something in a pot, I use this Teflon Free Cookware to avoid toxic non-stick chemicals.
Negative health effects of Teflon nonstick coating on birds and other pets
I found many comments on various websites stating birds have become ill or passed away from the use of non-stick ovens. Additionally, people have experienced flu-like symptoms. I found this information on multiple websites such as the website of the company that makes the Teflon coating and EWG (Environmental Working Group).
If this is what it’s doing to birds and people, I was NOT going to take a chance with my dog! To top it off, I’m sensitive to chemicals. Yeah, that’s not going to work. I’ll take ways to say no for $1000 Alex!
Identifying various forms of non-stick coating in ovens
Teflon is a trademark name and therefore it may be used in another form that you may not easily recognize. This stuff is everywhere folks. For example, it very well may be on the warming plate of your coffee maker.
One company uses Durastone II which contains Teflon particles. Another “well-known” company was very cryptic about what is in their non-stick coating. I understand wanting to protect your proprietary product or formulation but it’s that same lack of transparency that will make you lose customers wanting to know this information for health.
Toaster ovens without prop 65 warnings
Prop 65 covers over 900 chemicals and is only required in California. If you do see this warning it could be something like lead in a cord, a chemical found in the oven “feet” or it could be something else.
If any of these countertop ovens without Teflon have a Prop 65 warning, I confirmed it is isolated to the cord or feet. To reduce your risk, put it somewhere it does not need to be moved or unplugged often.
Teflon free toaster oven options for 2022
One contender for my new oven was this steam convection oven with stainless steel interior. As far as I could tell there was no non-stick interior, it had a lot of great reviews and a 5-year warranty. I was really interested in it because steam is a healthy way to cook. I only decided against it because it was not in the budget at the time.
Another option is this PFOA and PTFE free toaster oven. It comes in several color options to match your other appliances or add a punch of color.
** This specific model of the oven features a ceramic interior! Note there is another one that looks exactly the same but it has a Teflon interior. Also, they seem to have used the same ad verbiage for the Teflon-free oven but if you scroll down the ad it does confirm it is a Teflon-free countertop oven.
In late 2021 I confirmed several of their newer ovens contain a ceramic nonstick coating that is PTFE/PFOA free. Many say it is safer than Teflon. From what I read Ceramic should not pose any risks as the coating would have to reach 900 degrees, which this oven only goes to 450 degrees.
Non toxic toaster ovens with Ceramic interior
Ceramic non-stick coating can be an alternative option to Teflon nonstick coatings. Several of my trusted resources choose ceramic as their nonstick coating of choice.
1) Non toxic Air fryer oven can also Convection bake, has 12 settings including proof and dehydrate, has an interior light, thermometer, and a 360-minute timer
2) Teflon-free air fryer oven this oven is similar to the one above but has 9 settings, no light, and a 120-minute timer
3) Stainless Steel interior toaster oven (no air fry option) comes with accessories like 2 racks, a pizza stone, and a 3-year warranty
PFOA Free and PTFE free Countertop oven
A customer brought to my attention this high-end PFOA and PTFE free Convection oven. If you own other high-end appliances and like the quality, now you can own a compact version!
It has 6 cooking modes, inside light, fits 9 x 13 dishes, comes in 3 colors, has a temperature probe, and has a 5-year warranty. I read a lot of reviews and many customers seem to love it as their main oven and even used it as their secondary oven when cooking holiday dinners.
Toxic-free ways to clean your oven
I cut up some lime and squeezed it into my water. Looking at the end piece, I thought this will make a perfect little scrubber. I put some baking soda on the lime to clean the glass door. After letting it sit for approximately 30 minutes, it came off with ease.
Teflon free Toaster oven Broiler pan set and Toaster oven Muffin pan
My only dislike is the pan that comes with the oven. After a month or so of use, the pan should not get bent/warped. Luckily I heard it make the pop noise and was able to bend it back into shape (using an oven mitt so I didn’t burn myself). Also, it quickly had some rust spots on it although it was cleaned and dried immediately after use. I contacted the company and they offered to send me a new pan.
Finally, I would have liked a Stainless Steel Broil and Roast Set.
Why? If I want to cook something like burgers and fries, I don’t want the burger or fries cooking in the grease. With the broiler pan, the fat/grease drips through the grate into the below pan.
I plan to get this 3 Piece Toaster Oven Baking Pan Set 
with ceramic coating to make cookies, bread, and muffins. Having a non-toxic loaf pan and muffin pan was essential for me to make Gluten-Free banana bread and muffins. These toaster oven pans are PTFE free, PFOA free, PFOS free, and Lead-free.
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I just had another conversation with customer service and now they say it is ceramic interior!! The Model is 224
That is great news. For future reference, any products I recommend on this blog, other blogs, or on my product page are all things I personally use and/or have researched for hours (including contacting customer service).
I just had another conversation with cs and now they say it is ceramic interior!!
Number 1 above has a Teflon interior. I spoke with Kitchenaid after receiving my order because it doesn’t look like a ceramic interior. The customer service person I spoke with told me it’s not pfa free and stated that the Teflon coating was safe as long as the temperature didn’t exceed 660 degrees.
They said there was no significant decomposition at temperatures lower than that.
I’m trying to stay away from Teflon but maybe this is okay. I won’t exceed 400 degrees and the unit doesn’t reach 660 but was does significant mean?
I ALSO spoke with Customer Service before recommending these ovens and I was told the ones listed ARE teflon-free and have a ceramic interior. To confirm, can you tell me which model # you bought?
Did you look into the
Mueller toaster oven
If memory serves correctly I looked at a previous version and it had zinc on the interior. For that reason, I didn’t explore this brand.
Thank you so much for doing this work. I have a chronic illness and wouldn’t have been able to face it. Yay to you!
The link to Amazon clearly states Interior Features Include Non Stick Coating Non-stick interior allows for easy cleaning of your oven’s cooking area.
Please be careful about what you recommend, I almost bought this based on your recommendation!
All of the Toaster Ovens, Countertop Ovens, and Air fryer ovens are Teflon Free. I am very comfortable with my recommendations as I spent over 20 hours researching this topic.
My research included Calling companies/manufacturers, reading reviews, and complaint boards. I mention this at the top of my blog hoping it would calm any hesitations people may have but it may have gone unnoticed.
Note: the company is not always the seller on Amazon, it could be a re-seller. I have found many sellers write a very general description.
Can you tell me the name of the high end toaster oven you suggested in your article? Or include a link? The Amazon link it takes you to is for a mixer.
I have spent so much time lookinng for a toxic free toaster/convection oven and have not had any luck. I did see the $399 oven but thats a bit out of my price range and all but one color is sold out. Thank you, I appreciate your information and research.
Hi. The high end oven links to 2 products, which is more expensive than the $399 teflon free countertop oven. Unfortunately, it seems all the prices have gone up on the ovens, all of which is out of my control.
HI. I found a new oven and listed it on my blog.
I looked up the pfoa free one you have recommended and it clearly states that the interior is nonstick.
My blog and the AD, clearly state this *version* is PFOA/PTFE free not non-stick free. The coating is NOT Teflon.
Thanks for the information, but, when clicking on your second link called “PFOA Free Oven” it pecifically says this in its description:
“the oven cavity also features a non-stick coating for easy cleaning”
If you look just below the cavity comment it says this specific version (275) is a PFOA free & PTFE free oven.
It appears that when they posted the ad that they used the same exact verbiage and pictures as another model (273) that does have a teflon non- stick coating.
Your post is really amazing. You have discussed the matter details. Thanks for the sharing your helpful blog.
I just purchased this high-end counter top oven . They are bpa, PFOA and PTFE free. I called the company to confirm this.
Thank you for letting me know! I’ve been searching for other options since one of the ovens seems to be sold out on Amazon. This one seems to be the “Cadillac” of ovens. Foodies will be able to bring out their inner chef using this oven. For those with other high-end appliance in their kitchen, this will fit in nicely aesthetically and give them the quality that they are used to.
The convection oven has a galvanized interior. Isnt zinc dangerous? I had that oven picked out until I read that. I have birds.
Hi Connie. I was lead to believe it was stainless steel. As it turns out, others commented the also thought it was ss. Thank you for bringing this to my attention, I will be removing that oven immediately. I have several other ovens listed, I hope one of the toaster ovens work for your birds!!
It looks like the other ovens are sold out except the PFOA free toaster oven. **please only get the Exact version I linked to as this one does NOT have the teflon interior. I mention this b/c there is another version that looks exactly the same but it HAS a Teflon coated interior.
which convection oven has the galvanized interior (zinc)? Thank you.
I removed that oven and unfortunately I don’t remember which one it was.
Hello—the links aren’t working. Can’t you please just include the name of your recommended oven ??? My son & husband have cancer, I really don’t want to jeopardize their health any more. Thanks.
I checked the links and they are working! Perhaps you can try a different browser or computer if you are experiencing issues.
Hi,
I have a question about Gourmia S200 oven. It says it has interior stainless steel for easy cleaning. So steel only for easy cleaning purposes not for health reasons? Would you please shed some light on this oven. Is it really worth buying such expensive oven? It is really stainless steel? I would appreciate it. Thanks
It is always good to consider out pets one in a while.
The links are working now! 🙂
Thanks so much – have been going crazy trying to find a counter top oven without a non-stick interior!
Literally web searching over 4 hours before I came across your site – you have saved my sanity. 🙂
Valerie, I’m so happy I could help! I tried to cover as much as possible hoping people likes us wouldn’t have to search for hours for an answer. Could you tell me, were you going to websites directly looking at ovens or doing a “Google search”? I’d love the feedback so I could “tweak” my blog if necessary to help the next person. Thank you for your input 🙂
Ditto to everything Valerie said. And another BIG thank you!
I’m glad your search is over. Which oven did you choose?
Says you bought a budget convection oven for now but although it appears to be linked, the link didn’t work for me and it certainly isn’t named.
Hi!
Saw your comment on the Breville toaster oven on Amazon and couldn’t believe I hadn’t thought about the non-stick interior problem. So I came here to your blog and appreciate the info, but am confused — I don’t see where you name which oven you bought in the blog entry above? Help solve the mystery! 🙂
Thank you for the comment as I had no idea my links where not working. The blog is now fixed, please come back to read about the few ovens I suggested.