homi chef large heavy ecological nickel free stainless steel stock pot 8qt w/lid (no toxic non stick coating, 5.1lbs) - induction pot 8 quart cooking pot stew pot 4 soup pot dutch oven pot casserole homichef <b>enjoy the fine art of cooking</b><br><br>1. with silver matte-polished straight sided pan body, you will cut a fine figure both in the kitchen & at the dining table.<br>2. 7.6mm thick 3-ply base enables fast, even heating.<br>3. great for cooking delicious sauces and soups.<br><br><b>healthier cookware healthier life</b><br><br>1. unlike most nickel-bearing 18/8 (cr: ni) and 18/10 stainless steel cookware on the market, ours are healthier because it contains no nickel, which is harmful to health.<br>2. 3-ply base and heat surround features achieve the purpose of natural stick resistance, without toxic non-stick coating.<br><br><b>more values</b><br><br>1. 3-ply encapsulated base provides superior heat conductivity and distribution, resulting in shorter cooking time, better nutrition, and more energy savings.<br>2. tight-fitting lid seals in food's natural juices and nutrients.<br>3. riveted stainless steel handle stays cool on the cooktops.<br>4. compatible with gas, induction, ceramic and halogen cooktops; oven and dishwasher safe.<br><br><b>faqs</b><br><br>1. nickel-bearing 18/8 (cr: ni) or 18/10 stainless steel, being more corrosion-resistant, is commonly used for industrial purposes, but nickel is high up on the atsdr list of priority toxins. our nickel free pan/pot is made of food grade jyh21ct (21/0, japanese standard) stainless steel, which is non-toxic, non-allergic, thus more suitable for cookware.<br><br>2. even heat distribution achieves the healthy stick-resistant purpose without toxic pfoa and ptfe non-stick coating. however, some extra cooking care is still required to achieve stick resistance.<br><br><b>attention</b><br><br>1. please keep the pot clean and dry after each use; do not store foods seasoned with salt in it.<br>2. please remove foods from the refrigerator 10-15 minutes before cooking; pre-heat for 1-2 minutes, add oil before adding food; do not turn the food too soon to prevent sticking.<br>3. heat at medium temperature is recommended.