Expert: Carol Schlitt - 8/2/2006

Question
Hi Carol,
I am researching TP316L surgical stainless steel for the saladmaster cookware. I am having a hard time finding actual studies done on the SSS to see if it leaches its chromium and nickel to any extent (since it does contain both of those toxic elements).
If you have access to actual research or know where to lead me to find it, I would greatly appreciate it as I would like to find something user friendly and safe to cook with.
Thank you also for expressing you health concerns as the public need to be educated on what we are putting into our bodies!

Delanie

Answer
Hi Delanie,

Have you tried contacting the Cookware Manufacturers Assocation? Here is their address and contact information:

Cookware Manufacturers Association
P.O. Box 531335
Birmingham, AL 35253-1335
Phone 205 823-3448
Fax 205 823-3449

Hugh Rushing is their contact and he can be emailed at: hrushing@usit.net  I'd pose your exact question above to Hugh.

I hope this lead is helpful.  Good luck in your search for answers concering SSS cookware.

Carol