Question: are ptfe and pfoa the same?
Answer: Teflon is the brand name for a plastic product called polytetrafluoroethylene (PTFE). PFOA (Perfluorooctanoic Acid) is another chemical that is used in the process of making PTFE. It is NOT the same as PTFE. PFOA is burned off during the process and no significant amount remains in the final product.