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5-Ply Stainless Sauté Pan with Lid, 4-Qt

Regular price$209

Brown, deglaze and simmer dinner in one pan with even-heating five-ply stainless steel.

Est. delivery 2–5 business days
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Lab test results

5-Ply Stainless Sauté Pan with Lid, 4-Qt

No PFAS, PTFE or PFOA coating

Uncoated 18/10 stainless steel. No nonstick coating.

Independent lab: TÜV Rheinland

Stainless-steel assessmentTested stainless-steel lids & rims
Passed
Lead & cadmium releaseTested glass lids
Passed
Test details & reports

Results apply to the tested samples and components, not every material in the finished product.

Food-contact testingTÜV Rheinland · 304132723a 002Report details

Maestro range report 304132723a 002, issued 12 Dec 2025. The stainless-steel assessment tests lid and rim materials; the lead and cadmium release test covers glass lids. These results do not claim that the entire pan contains no metals.

Read the context: How to tell if cookware is non-toxic · Best non-toxic cookware guide · All lab reports

Alva stainless steel sauté pan serving pasta on induction

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Uncoated 18/10 stainless steel, fully clad 5-ply construction

Five bonded layers spread heat through the base and sides. Uncoated stainless steel builds the browned bits that become a flavorful sauce.

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25-Year Limited Warranty

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  • Sear and simmer
  • Room for one-pan meals
  • No coating to wear out
Product details

Overall dimensions & weight

4-Qt Sauté Pan21.3″ L × 12.3″ W × 4.0″ H · 6.2 lb
Cooking surfaceUncoated stainless steel; not nonstick
Body5-ply 18/10 stainless steel
StovetopsAll stovetops: gas, electric, induction, ceramic/glass and halogen.
Cookware oven limitOven safe up to 500°F / 260°C.
Cooking & care
Cooking tipsLow to medium heat. Preheat gradually.
Prevent stickingPreheat, add oil, then let food release before turning.
UtensilsMetal, wood or silicone.
CleaningDishwasher safe; hand wash for lasting shine. Let cool before washing.
Hot handlesHandles can get hot. Use oven mitts.

Full stainless steel care guide

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5-Ply Stainless Sauté Pan with Lid, 4-Qt 5-Ply Stainless Sauté Pan with Lid
4-Qt · Sale price$209 · Free shipping $99+ (contiguous U.S.)
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Made for better cooking

Golden sears. Richer pan sauces.

Alva stainless steel sauté pan serving pasta on induction

Five bonded layers spread heat through the base and sides. Uncoated stainless steel builds the browned bits that become a flavorful sauce.

Care & cleaning

A little care. More good cooking.

Four habits for stainless steel.

Oven useOven safe up to 500°F / 260°C.

  1. Preheat gradually

    Low to medium heat is usually enough.

  2. Add oil after preheating

    Let food release naturally before turning.

  3. Utensils

    Metal utensils are welcome.

  4. Cleaning

    Dishwasher safe; hand wash for lasting shine.

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Best forOne-pan meals One-pan meals One-pan meals
Oven useUp to 500°F / 260°C Up to 400°F / 205°C Up to 400°F / 205°C
CareHand wash recommended Hand wash · soft utensils Hand wash · soft utensils

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Good questions, straight answers

Everything you’re wondering

What is this cookware best for?
This 4-quart sauté pan has a wide base for browning and higher sides to contain vegetables, sauces and one-pan meals.
Why choose uncoated 5-ply stainless steel?
Its fully clad 5-ply construction distributes heat across the cooking surface for browning and control. There is no synthetic nonstick coating to wear away, and no PFAS, PTFE or PFOA coating is added.
Does it work on induction, and is it oven safe?
Yes. This cookware works on gas, electric and induction cooktops and is oven safe up to 500°F. Check the temperature rating of any accessory used with it.
Will food stick to stainless steel?
Only when the pan is cold. Preheat on medium for two to three minutes, flick in a drop of water, and when it beads and rolls across the surface, add oil and then the food. Let proteins sit until they release on their own before you turn them; if it pulls, it is not ready. Most people have the rhythm within a week, and the reward is a sear and a pan sauce no coated pan can match, with no coating to wear out.