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Problem: Most “nonstick” still means PTFE — a PFAS — or coatings you can't verify.
Solution: PFAS-free ceramic, independently tested by TÜV Rheinland against a 638-substance panel. Every report published.
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Carbon Steel Wok, 12"
Responsive carbon steel for fast, high-heat stir-fries.
Sale price$129
Responsive carbon steel for fast, high-heat stir-fries.
- Powerful high-heat searing
- Lighter than cast iron
- Improves with every use
- Works on all stovetops, including induction
Which size is right?
| 12" | The standard home-range wok: stir-fries for 2–4 with room to toss. |
In stock · Ships today
Estimated delivery: Jul 30–Aug 3
Free U.S. shipping · 45-day returns · 10-year warranty
Product Overview
- High Heat for Better Stir-Frying — Carbon steel reaches the temperatures needed for browning and fast cooking
- Gets More Naturally Releasing With Use — Seasoning develops as you cook and care for the wok
- Responsive Temperature Control — Heats and cools quickly as ingredients are added or the flame changes
- Easier to Lift and Toss Than Cast Iron — Carbon steel offers strong performance without the same heavy weight
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No Synthetic Nonstick Coating — The cooking surface develops naturally through seasoning
Materials & Compatibility
| Feature | Details |
|---|---|
| Cooking Surface | Uncoated carbon steel that develops natural seasoning |
| Coating Type | No synthetic nonstick coating |
| Made Without | PFAS, PTFE, PFOA, lead and cadmium |
| Body Material | Carbon steel for responsive heating and high-temperature |
| Surface Development | Darkening, color variation and patina are normal signs |
| Cooktop Compatibility | Gas, electric, ceramic, halogen and induction |
| Oven Safe | No |
| Acidic Ingredients | Avoid prolonged cooking with tomato, citrus or wine |
| Recommended Utensils | Silicone, nylon, wood or metal |
| Seasoning Required | Yes. Regular seasoning improves food release and helps protect against rust |
Safety & Testing
Bare carbon steel — a natural cooking surface with no synthetic coating:
- PFAS
- PFOA
- PTFE
- Coatings
Just steel and a natural seasoning you build with oil — tested to EU food-contact standards.
Third-party tested for safety:
Tested by TÜV Rheinland 638-substance panel Report numbers, dates & PDFs publishedCare & Cleaning
Carbon steel needs seasoning and care, but that is what helps it perform better over time.
Care tips:
- Cook with a small amount of oil or fat to build seasoning
- Avoid soaking the wok
- Do not put it in the dishwasher
- Dry completely after washing
- Apply a very thin layer of oil after cleaning
- Avoid acidic sauces until seasoning is well developed
- Do not store wet
- If rust appears, scrub, dry, oil, and re-season
Shipping, Returns, & Warranty
- Shipping: Free on orders $99+. Ships within 24 business hours of ordering. Standard delivery 2–7 days.
- 45-Day Returns: If it’s not right, unused items may be returned in their original packaging within 45 days of delivery.
- Warranty: This piece is backed by Alva’s 10-year warranty against manufacturing defects. Full details in our warranty policy.
Carbon Steel Wok, 12"
Sale price$129
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Carbon Steel Wok, 12"
Sale price$129
How Alva Carbon Steel Compares
Chef heat, half the weight of cast iron — and it gets better with every cook.
| Alva | Cast Iron | Coated Nonstick | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Weight & handling | ✓ Half the weight of cast iron | ✗ Heavy | ✓ Light |
| High-heat searing | ✓ Fast, screaming-hot sears | ✓ Excellent, slow to heat | ✗ Coating limits heat |
| Cooking surface | ✓ Patina improves with use | ~ Needs regular seasoning | ✗ Coating wears out |
| Lifespan | ✓ 10-Year Warranty | ✓ Generations, with care | ✗ 1–2 years typical |
| Chemical safety | ✓ Bare steel — no coatings, no PFAS | ✓ Bare iron | ~ Depends on coating |
| All stovetops + induction | ✓ Yes, incl. open flame | ✓ Yes | ~ Varies |
Why Alva?
3 problems we're solving for home cooks
Durability
Problem: Cheap coated pans wear out and hit the landfill within a year or two.
Solution: Forged, heirloom-weight Belgian construction — backed by warranties up to lifetime.
Risk
Problem: You can't know a pan until you've cooked on it — and most brands make returns painful.
Solution: 45-day home trial, free U.S. shipping over $99, and a warranty on every pan.
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