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SYNTHETIC COATINGS
No PFAS or PTFE by design.
Forest Collection
Designed in Belgium
10-Year Warranty
Carbon Steel Wok, 12"
Fast, high-heat stir-fries with real wok hei.
Fast, high-heat stir-fries with real wok hei.
Sale price$129
✓No synthetic coating
✓High-heat searing
✓Induction ready
The Alva difference
Why you’ll love it
High-heat searingPractical performance for daily meals.
Builds natural releaseConsistent results across the surface.
All stovetops · Stovetop onlyDurable, versatile and easy to use.
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: Sep 6–Sep 10
Free shipping
45-dayHome trial
10-yearWarranty
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
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 Home Trial: Cook with it at home. If it’s not right for you, return it within 45 days of delivery. Used cookware is welcome when returned in reasonable condition with all original parts and accessories. We’ll provide a prepaid return label. Full details in our return 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 Wok, 12"
Sale price$129
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Carbon Steel Wok, 12"
Sale price$129
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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 it best for?
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.