No, the REN pans made of carbon steel are completely free of artificial coatings of any kind, i.e.

• no non-stick coating / no PTFE / no PFAS, no ceramic coating, no enamel
• no coatings that could eventually flake or chip off and get into the food
• no potential risk of releasing harmful substances in the event of severe overheating

The dark surface typical of REN pans is the result of the reaction of nitrogen with the steel at high temperature, but it is not an artificial coating.

No, the REN carbon steel pans do not need to be seasoned. However, it is recommended that they are conditioned with oil according to the instructions before first use and also briefly conditioned with oil before each use in order to achieve the best possible frying and care properties.

No, not at all. REN carbon steel pans should only be washed by hand. Please do not leave them in the rinsing water and dry them thoroughly all around immediately after rinsing. Before storing, thoroughly spread a few drops of oil on the inside with a lint-free cloth until no more oil film is visible.

No. The wooden handle means it cannot be used in the oven. If necessary, the handle can be unscrewed; however, it is not designed as a removable handle.

Yes, REN carbon steel pans work perfectly on induction hobs. However, please note that overheating can occur very quickly, especially on induction, if you are not careful. Therefore, always avoid using the highest power setting and never use the power/booster setting on the induction hob. Otherwise, the food will burn and, in extreme cases, the base of the pan will become permanently warped. Always preheat the REN carbon steel pan on a low power setting before switching to a higher setting.

Ja, die REN Karbonstahlpfanne sind deutlich leichter als Gusseisenpfannen. Das liegt vor allem daran, dass Karbonstahlblech viel dünner verarbeitet werden kann als gegossenes Eisen.

Yes, the carbon steel body that comes into contact with the food is completely nickel-free, making it ideal for nickel allergy sufferers who have problems with stainless steel pans.

Thanks to the special oxide layer on the steel, REN pans are significantly more resistant to rust than conventional carbon steel pans, but they are not completely rustproof. It is therefore important to handle them with care. So do not put them in the dishwasher, do not leave them in the dishwater and always dry them well.

The Cook-Pal Ren carbon steel pans from Yoshikawa are manufactured exclusively and entirely in Japan.