HexClad is privately owned by its co-founders Daniel Winer and Cole Mecray, along with celebrity chef Gordon Ramsay and his entertainment company Studio Ramsay Global (which is a joint venture with Fox Entertainment).
Gordon doesn't just slap his name on things; he uses this stuff daily. In his home. In his restaurants. On his shows.
The lawsuit against HexClad is a false advertising class action over claims that its cookware was "PFAS-free," "PFOA-free," and "non-toxic," despite allegedly containing per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS or "forever chemicals") and PTFE.
Our products are designed in Los Angeles and South Korea. Like the vast majority of cookware and other products today, our products are manufactured in China. At this time, it's the only location where factories are skilled enough to manufacture our technologically advanced cookware.
Avoid traditional non-stick pans with worn coatings or synthetic "forever chemicals" (PFAS), as well as unlined copper and reactive aluminum. Scratched or overheated pans release toxic fumes or leach heavy metals into your food.
Healthiest cookware brands prioritize non-toxic materials free from harmful chemicals like PFAS, PFOA, lead, and cadmium. Top recommendations include ceramic non-stick, stainless steel, cast iron, and carbon steel.
Here are several signs that will tell you when to throw away stainless steel pans:
HexClad is generally considered non-toxic, but with a major caveat. The pans use a PTFE-based non-stick coating. While entirely safe and stable during standard daily cooking (under 500°F), overheating them causes the coating to degrade and release toxic fumes.
Top-tier cookware made in the USA spans durable stainless steel to naturally seasoned cast iron. Leading American brands utilize domestic metals and expert craftsmanship to produce premium, long-lasting kitchen essentials.
Yes, Costco sells HexClad cookware. You can find it during in-store "Roadshow" demonstration events, online at Costco.com, or via special order.
Common HexClad complaints focus on food sticking, misleading warranty restrictions, and coating degradation. Additionally, the brand faced a $2.5 million false advertising settlement regarding claims that their pans were entirely free of toxic non-stick chemicals like PTFE.
HexClad's patented design brings together the best of premium cookware, so you can cook without limits. Protected between the steel hexagon peaks are nonstick valleys containing our high-grade proprietary ceramic nonstick called TerraBond™ which is PTFE-free and free from forever chemicals.
Choosing between Caraway and Hexclad depends entirely on your cooking habits, how you maintain your cookware, and your kitchen aesthetic.
Gordon Ramsay was diagnosed with basal cell carcinoma, the most common form of skin cancer. He underwent successful surgery to have the cancerous cells removed from his jawline and used the opportunity to share photos of his stitches and a public service announcement encouraging fans to wear sunscreen.
Michelin-starred chefs use a mix of commercial-grade and high-end consumer cookware. Their everyday workhorses depend heavily on culinary needs, but they almost universally prioritize the following types of pans:
Eggs are likely sticking to your HexClad pan because of a cold pan or missing lubrication. Because HexClad pans use a hybrid stainless steel and non-stick grid, they must be preheated and require a little oil or butter to achieve their non-stick properties.
Costco's "20 rule" can refer to three different concepts depending on your intent:
Yes, Walmart sells HexClad pans online, including individual frying pans, woks, and full cookware sets. However, they are primarily sold through Walmart's third-party marketplace and are generally not available in physical Walmart brick-and-mortar stores.
No, Henckels and Hexclad are not the same brand, but Henckels produces a budget-friendly hybrid cookware line (often called Henckels HXagon or Paradigm) that is considered a direct alternative to HexClad.
There is no single "best" cookware in the world because performance depends on your cooking style and maintenance preferences. The global gold standards are divided by material, each excelling in different culinary tasks:
All-Clad manufactures its core, multi-ply bonded stainless steel cookware in the USA (Canonsburg, Pennsylvania) using both domestic and global components. However, peripheral items such as certain lids, non-stick bakeware, and electric appliances are often made in China.
Yes, KitchenAid still manufactures many of its products in the USA, although its product lineup includes a mix of domestic and global manufacturing.
The healthiest pans to cook with are made from cast iron, carbon steel, stainless steel, or pure ceramic. These materials are free from toxic synthetic coatings (like PFAS and Teflon) and will not leach harmful chemicals or microplastics into your food when heated.
Will my HexClad pans scratch? Yes, even a diamond can scratch! Metal spatulas, whisks, spoons, and other metal utensils are fine, but sharp utensils could leave a scratch. If this happens it is only cosmetic, and it will not affect the performance or safety of the cookware.
HexClad officially transitioned away from using PTFE coatings in early 2024.