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SYNTHETIC COATINGS
No PFAS or PTFE by design.
Forest Collection
Designed in Belgium
10-Year Warranty
Carbon Steel Cookware Set, 4-Piece
Four carbon-steel pans that improve with use.
Four carbon-steel pans that improve with use.
Sale price$349
Regular price$456
Save $107 (23%)
4 pieces3 frying pans (8", 9.5", 11")12" wok
Four carbon-steel pans that improve with use.
- Sear without crowdingThree pans and a wok give food room to brown.
- Lighter than cast ironResponsive carbon steel heats quickly and moves easily.
- Better with every cookSeasoning builds smoother release and a richer patina.
- Every stovetop, including inductionStovetop only, with a 10-year limited warranty.
Best for
A complete everyday kitchen
Performance
Builds natural release
Works with
All stovetops · Stovetop only
Protected by
45-day home trial · 10-Year Warranty
In stock · Ships today
Estimated delivery: Aug 27–Aug 31
Free shipping · 45-day returns · 10-year warranty
What’s Included
| Pan Size | Best For |
|---|---|
| 8" Frying pan |
1.4 lbs. Size: 16.3" L x 8.4" W x 2.9" H |
| 9.5" Frying pan | 1.8 lbs. Size: 17.8" L x 9.88" W x 2.9" |
| 11" Frying pan | 2.3 lbs. Size: 19.3" L x 11.5" W x 3.4" H |
| 12" Wok pan |
2.8 lbs. Size: 19.4" L x 12.1" W x 4.0" H |
Materials & Compatibility
Construction & everyday use
| 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
CleaningRinse while warm and dry immediately. Do not soak or place in the dishwasher.
UtensilsSafe for metal, silicone, nylon and wooden utensils.
Heat & compatibilityCompatible with all stovetops, including induction. Built for high-heat stovetop cooking. Not oven safe.
SeasoningAfter drying, apply a very thin layer of oil to protect the surface and continue building its natural patina.
Shipping, Returns, & Warranty
- Shipping: Free on orders $99+. Ships within 24 business hours of ordering. Standard delivery 2–7 days.
- 45-Day Returns: We accept returns and exchanges for up to 45 days on the majority of our items within the contiguous US. Learn more about our returns policy.
- Warranty: This piece is backed by Alva’s 10-year warranty against manufacturing defects. Full details in our warranty policy.
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Carbon Steel Cookware Set, 4-Piece
Sale price$349
Regular price$456
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Carbon Steel Cookware Set, 4-Piece
Sale price$349
Regular price$456
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Why Carbon Steel
Gets better every time you cook.
Carbon steel combines powerful high-heat performance with a seasoned surface that develops better natural release through regular use.
High-heat searing
Build crisp edges and deep crusts on proteins and vegetables.
A patina that improves
Cooking and seasoning gradually create a slicker surface.
Responsive control
Heats and adjusts faster than heavy cast iron.
Independently tested
CARBON STEEL
Belgian cookware expertise since 1949Bare carbon steel—with nothing hiding beneath the surface.
Responsive carbon steel handles serious heat and develops a natural patina as you cook. There is no synthetic nonstick coating—just steel, oil and a surface that improves with proper care.
View materials & test reportsHigh heat
SEARING PERFORMANCE
Built for crisp edges and deeply browned flavor.
Every cook
BUILDS THE PATINA
Regular seasoning gradually improves natural food release.
45 days
Home trial
Cook with it at home.
Questions, Answered
Questions before you cook?
Clear answers on fit, use and care.
What is included?
Why choose carbon steel?
How does it improve with use?
Does it work on induction or in the oven?
What are the returns and warranty?
Thoughtful cookware, designed in Belgium since 1949.