Certifications
Free From
Highlights
Dishwasher safe
Lifetime warranty
Set
Heat resistant
As an Amazon Associate, we earn from qualifying purchases. Affiliate links do not affect our ratings. Learn more.
Best Non-Toxic Cooking Utensils
We vetted cooking utensils against the Welpr Standard and here are our top picks.
Cofounder & Product Curator
Medical Reviewer, PhD
Here's what we look for:
- Materials like 100% wood, bamboo, food-safe silicone, and stainless steel
- Untreated or finished with food-grade oils
- No plastic in contact with food (but we avoid it wherever possible)
- Transparent brands that disclose all materials used
Best Non-Toxic Cooking Utensils
On Welpr, terms like "non-toxic," "safer," "cleaner," "healthier," and "vetted" are editorial labels based on our own standard for product assessment. They are not guarantees, certifications, or medical claims. Learn more.
Free email mini-course
Welpr Blueprint: Go Non-Toxic Mini-Course
The 80/20 guide to going non-toxic the easy way.
Certifications
Free From
Highlights
Dishwasher safe
Spatula
Heat resistant
Hanging holes
Certifications
Free From
Highlights
Dishwasher safe
Set
Discount Code
WELPRCertifications
Discount Code
WELPRCertifications
Free From
Highlights
Recycled materials
Dishwasher safe
1 year warranty
Set
Certifications
Free From
Highlights
Dishwasher safe
Money-back guarantee
Set
Hanging holes
Certifications
Free From
Highlights
Dishwasher safe
Set
Hanging holes
Certifications
Free From
Highlights
Dishwasher safe
Lifetime warranty
Set
Heat resistant
Hanging holes
How to Swap to Non-Toxic cooking utensils:
Here's how to swap to non-toxic cooking utensils:
What to know about cooking utensils
Cooking utensils come into direct contact with your food, often at high temperatures. That means the materials they're made of really matter. Welpr focuses on whether utensils are made from safe, non-reactive materials that won't leach anything into your meals.
- Utensils used for stirring, flipping, and serving in hot pots and pans deserve the most attention since heat can increase chemical migration from certain materials.
- Materials like stainless steel, food-grade silicone, natural wood, and bamboo are among the safest options for food contact.
Review the utensils you already have
Take a look at the utensils you reach for most often, especially any that touch hot food. Check what they're made of and whether plastic or nonstick coatings come into contact with your food.
- Set aside any utensils where plastic, melamine, or nonstick-coated surfaces directly touch food — these are the ones to consider replacing first.
- Look for material details on the handle, packaging, or the brand's website; many utensils don't list materials clearly, so you may need to do a quick search.
Use your current utensils more carefully
If you're not ready to replace everything right away, small changes in how you use certain utensils can help. Reducing heat exposure for plastic or coated utensils is the simplest adjustment.
- Avoid leaving plastic or silicone utensils sitting in hot pots or pans — use them briefly for stirring, then set them aside on a spoon rest.
- Reserve any worn or scratched nonstick-coated utensils for cold or room-temperature tasks like mixing salads or serving.
Choose cleaner replacements
When it's time to replace utensils, look for ones made from stainless steel, food-grade silicone, natural wood, or bamboo. These materials are durable, non-reactive, and safe for high-heat cooking.
- For wooden or bamboo utensils, choose ones that are untreated or finished with food-grade oil rather than varnish or synthetic coatings.
- Click the button above to shop Welpr Approved cooking utensils.
Camille May
Cofounder & Product Curator
Camille May is the co-creator of Welpr and a guide for clean living. After selling her last company in the health food space, she went non-toxic while working to heal an autoimmune condition....
Olushola M. Awoyemi
Medical Reviewer, PhD
Olushola M. Awoyemi (aka Shola) is a board-certified toxicologist and a research scientist with a PhD in Environmental Toxicology. Shola's long-term ambition is to be recognized as a world-renowned expert in toxicology,...