ECOLOGICAL BUILD: NICKEL FREE & COATING FREE - Nickel-bearing 18/8 (Cr: Ni) or 18/10 stainless steel cookware is corrosion-resistant, BUT nickel is high up on the ATSDR list of priority toxins; nickel leaching causes diseases - Our food grade NICKEL FREE JYH21CT (21/0, Japanese standard) stainless steel is non-toxic, but sturdy - General non-stick coating releases toxic fumes when cooking, disrupting immune system - Ours does NOT apply any coating, but engineered for natural stick resistance. DESIGNED FOR FAST & HEALTHY FAMILY MEALS - This 9.5" fry pan has a 3-ply base, ensures even & fast heating - Average in size, gives attention to family meals: searing meat and poultry, sauteing, browning and frying foods - It can be changed to a baking sheet to make pies or roast meat (up to 325 F) - It's a good idea to have at least 2 fry pans: one for searing & sauteing, and a smaller one for making eggs or omelets for breakfast - Discover the gourmet chef in you with this beauti