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Best Non-Toxic Grills
We vetted grills against the Welpr Standard and here are our top picks.
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Here's what we look for:
- Durable grates and components made from stainless steel or cast iron
- Free from toxic coatings like PFAS — including Teflon and PFOA
- No added heavy metals or unsafe surface treatments
- Brands that are transparent about sourcing, materials, and ethical practices
Best Non-Toxic Grills
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How to Swap to Non-Toxic grills:
Here's how to swap to non-toxic grills:
What to know about grills
Welpr focuses on the materials your grill is made of, especially the cooking surfaces that directly contact your food at high temperatures. Grates, plates, and coatings all matter because heat can cause certain materials to break down or leach into what you're cooking.
- Stainless steel and cast iron grates are durable, non-reactive options that hold up well under high heat.
- Nonstick coatings on grill grates or plates deserve extra attention since high temperatures can cause them to degrade over time.
Review the grill you already use
Check what your grill grates and cooking surfaces are made of. Look at the product manual, manufacturer's website, or the original packaging for material details.
- If your grates are labeled as nonstick or coated, look for specifics on whether the coating is PFAS-free — not just PTFE-free, since PFAS includes thousands of related chemicals.
- Check whether any parts that touch food are made of bare aluminum or plastic, and prioritize replacing those first.
Use your current grill more safely
If your grill has coated grates or surfaces you're unsure about, a few simple habits can help reduce what transfers to your food while you plan your next upgrade.
- If nonstick grill grates are chipped, peeling, or visibly worn, consider placing a stainless steel grill mat or basket over them as a barrier.
- Season cast iron grates regularly with a thin layer of food-grade oil to maintain a natural nonstick surface and prevent rust.
Choose a cleaner replacement
Look for grills with stainless steel or cast iron cooking grates and no PFAS-based nonstick coatings. These materials are naturally durable at high heat and won't break down onto your food.
- Avoid grills marketed as "nonstick" unless the manufacturer confirms the coating is fully PFAS-free — vague claims like "PTFE-free" or "eco-friendly coating" don't tell the whole story.
- Click the button above to shop Welpr Approved grills.
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,...