How can I tell if an anodized coating is coming off?
One of my anodized nonstick pans[1] has developed a fractal-edged region of a slightly different color than the rest. I suspected that I had accidentally been seasoning my pan[2] and a seasoning layer is chipping off, but a friend thinks it's the coating itself coming up.
- Is one of us right?
- Is the pan safe to use?
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You can tell if an anodized coating is coming off by observing fading or discoloration, especially in high-wear areas. Look for chalky residue, pitting, or flaking on the surface. Loss of the original smooth finish or exposure of bare metal also indicates degradation.
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A more competent chef has informed me that it's definitely the coating.[1] Furthermore…
- The pan is defective.
- It has a lifetime warranty.
- I can tell the manufacturer about the problem and get a replacement, assuming
- I only used plastic utensils on the pan.
- I did not wash it in the dishwasher.
- He has done this himself.
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Which may be a carcinogen, so don't use it. ↩︎
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