Scanpan Classic Ceramic Titanium 3-Piece Skillet and Stock Pot Starter Set

by Scanpan

Product Features

• Set includes a 10-1/4-inch skillet and a 3-3/4-quart stockpot with glass lid
• Titanium nonstick cooking surface; pressure-cast aluminum body
• Fast and even heat distribution
• Ergonomic, riveted handles
• Lifetime warranty

Product Details

• Product Dimensions: 20.4 x 11.3 x 5.3 inches ; 10 pounds
• Shipping Weight: 10 pounds (View shipping rates and policies)
• Shipping: This item is also available for shipping to select countries outside the U.S.
• ASIN: B00004S4TT
• Item model number: SPN10203
• Average Customer Review: 3.6 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (5 customer reviews)
• Amazon Bestsellers Rank: #589,722 in Kitchen & Dining (See Top 100 in Kitchen & Dining)

Product Description

Amazon.com Review

These two necessary kitchen items whip up just about anything. In one handy package comes a 3-3/4-quart stockpot with a glass lid and a 10-1/4-inch skillet. Both pieces are made of heavy-duty Titanium and are designed especially for healthy cooking--just wipe a few drops of oil on the cooking surface for lubrication. The thick base helps distribute heat evenly, and as the pans retain heat optimally, they should be used on low to medium settings. Metal utensils are safe to use with these sturdy pans, and they can handle oven temperatures up to 500 degrees F. --Dana Van Nest

From the Manufacturer

About Green Tek Nonstick Technology: In the more recent past, the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) has taken the leading manufacturer of nonstick compounds to task over excessive emissions of PFOA (Perfluorooctanoic Acid). PFOA has been used as a catalyst in the production of PTFE (Polytetrafluoroethylene), the basic building block for all nonstick cookware surfaces. PFOA is a chemical that is hard to break down in the environment. It has a half life of 3.8 years, meaning that if there are 4 grams of PFOA in the body today, the body will have 2 grams in it in four years from now, 1 gram in eight years from now and so on. The human metabolism does not remove PFOA. While it is not a carcinogen or toxin and is generally assumed inert and not harmful to your health, it is environmentally unfriendly and just sticks around forever. That is why the EPA and the leading nonstick manufacturer have agreed that by 2010, the amount of PFOA used to produce PTFE compounds need to be cut by 95%, and by 2015 no PFOA could be used, at all. Towards the end of this process, PFOA is completely extracted via ionization filters. Even if any traces of PFOA were still present by the time the nonstick compound reached the cookware factory, the pan surface curing temperatures would destroy such remnants. The same is true for the old nonstick compound used for Scanpan Classic and Scanpan Professional. That's why Scanpan has always been able to present the finished product as not containing PFOA.

Why is Scanpan Environmentally Friendly?

Scanpan cookware has always been PFOA free, but the negative publicity that PFOA and, by extension, PTFE had received over the last few years, had caused Scanpan to work closely with their suppliers to find a substitute for PFOA that is environmentally friendly and biodegradable. Scanpan received patents on PFOA-free technology in 2007 and has been producing Scanpan Classic and Scanpan Professional with this new process since spring 2007. With their new Green Tek technology, there is no PFOA used at any stage of the entire process, resulting in a "clean and green" nonstick PTFE compound, the production of which no longer uses chemicals that could have a negative impact on the environment.

The performance of the Scanpan Green Tek surface is not different in any way from the performance of Scanpan's previous surface. And Scanpan continues to incorporate their patented ceramic-titanium technology. Scanpan is safe to use with metal utensils and each piece comes with a lifetime warranty.

Taking Care of Scanpan Classic Cookware:

1. Before first use, remove all packing materials, labels and tags and wash pan in hot, soapy water. Rinse well and dry. Assemble the glass cover handle, if applicable, following the instructions on the poly bag that holds all handle parts. Tighten by hand, only, do not use tools. Make sure the small washer that goes on the underside of the glass cover is flush with the glass surface. If not, turn the washer around and re-assemble the handle.
2. Heat pan to working temperature. Medium heat is typically sufficient for frying and sauteing. Since each stove top has its own settings, find the best heat setting for your stove by starting at a lower setting, then gradually increase until water splashed on the pan surface evaporates immediately with a sizzle. High heat can be used for other applications, like boiling water, stir frying, oven roasting etc. Scanpan Classic Cookware is oven safe to 500 degrees F.
3. Scanpan Classic can be used without oil, butter, or other seasonings, making it especially suitable for low fat diets.
4. After use, remove food and clean Scanpan Classic with warm, soapy water. Scanpan Classic wipes clean with a sponge. Scanpan Classic is dishwasher safe, however, Scanpan recommends using extra care if you decide to clean the pans in the dishwasher to prevent damage to plates, glassware, etc.
5. When storing Scanpan Classic Cookware and "nesting" (placing smaller pots inside larger pots) is required due to space limitations, Scanpan recommends placing a paper or cloth towel between the pots and pans to prevent scuff marks. Glass covers should ideally be stored upright. If that is not practical, Scanpan recommends using towels or other suitable material to wrap the covers and to prevent them from chipping or breaking.

Product Description

24001200 - 10¼" Fry Pan 26241200 - 10¼" Cov. low dutch

• Set includes a 10-1/4-inch skillet and a 3-3/4-quart stockpot with glass lid
• Titanium nonstick cooking surface; pressure-cast aluminum body
• Fast and even heat distribution
• Ergonomic, riveted handles
• Lifetime warranty

Customer Reviews

Most Helpful Customer Reviews

7 of 7 people found the following review helpful:

4.0 out of 5 stars versatile cookware, great investment, June 18, 2000

By	Joshua Ostroff "Josh" (Natick, MA USA) - See all my reviews (REAL NAME)

This review is from: Scanpan Classic Ceramic Titanium 3-Piece Skillet and Stock Pot Starter Set (Kitchen)

Scanpan cookware is great to use - if you don't trust traditional nonstick because you can't use metal utensils or some foods, give Scanpan a try. Since the nonstick properties are part of the cookware alloy, not a coating, you can use anything (metal, wood, etc) and it won't scratch or damage the surface. You don't have to baby it. It doesn't scratch.

Cleanup is a breeze (with the exception of the grill pan, which is nice to use, but difficult to clean because of the circular ridges).

Scanpan works well in the oven and on the stovetop - casserole-style stewpots such as the one in this set are a typical example.

Scanpan is usually fairly expensive, so it's a good idea to buy it in sets, and since the sets change often, be patient if you want a particular item but you want to save money.

Also, Scanpan tends to discolor slightly with use - it's not ever going to gleam. The discoloration is subtle because of the dark gray color. Scanpan is for go, not show.

2 of 2 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars You won't be disappointed, June 16, 2000

By A Customer

This review is from: Scanpan Classic Ceramic Titanium 3-Piece Skillet and Stock Pot Starter Set (Kitchen)

I have used scan pans for many years and love them. They are very durable and nonstick. You will be happy with this set. They clean up very easily--just plunge them into hot water and lightly wash. This set is a great price. I recently bought them as a gift for my Dad. One pan came with a loose handle, which Amazon quickly replaced. He loves them. (He's a great cook).

3.0 out of 5 stars Bring back the REAL classic!, March 1, 2010

By	amphibiac (the swamp) - See all my reviews

Amazon Verified Purchase

This review is from: Scanpan Classic Ceramic Titanium 3-Piece Skillet and Stock Pot Starter Set (Kitchen)

To their credit, these pans cook more evenly than anything else I've used besides the original Scanpan. A big strike against them: They are NOT the original Scanpan! I loved my old indestructible Scanpans. I LOVED that they didn't have a Teflon-type lining, but instead a ceramic film that was sprayed on at umpty-thousand degrees. They cured up better than black iron, and cooked hash browns the same color edge to edge! I could use metal spatulas! My new Scanpans are starting to peel....Man, that aggravates me! BRING BACK MY ORIGINAL SCANPANS!!!!!