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ROBUST professional quality forever

HEALTHY PFAS / Teflon / solvent free

EASY to handle

Developed with Michelin-starred chef Juan Amador

Made for professionals.
Perfected for you.

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★★★★★ 4.7 out of 5 stars based on 1441 reviews

  • ROBUST

    Significantly more robust and harder than Teflon! No chipping of layers thanks to powder coating.

  • HEALTHY

    No PFAS, no Teflon, no PFOA, and 0.0% solvents, for healthy and low-fat cooking.

  • UNCOMPLICATED

    Heats up quickly, easy to handle, and dishwasher-safe. Simple, stress-free cooking.

  • SUSTAINABLE

    Developed and produced in Germany using renewable energy. Recoatable and durable.

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Robust. Durable. Unique.

OBSIDIAN SHELL®

OBSIDIAN SHELL® marks the beginning of a new era in cooking. This innovative powder coating utilizes a technology where mineral components fuse together at extreme temperatures – like lava solidifying into rock. This creates a layer permanently bonded to the metal, resulting in exceptional robustness, heat resistance, and durability. Free from PFAS, PTFE, PFOA, and solvents, it offers superior non-stick performance that lasts. Nothing sticks, nothing chips – even at 450°C. For healthy, precise, and effortless cooking.

More about the coating

Driven by a passion for perfect cooking

Culinary art meets physics

We: Dr. Christoph Stecher, PhD in metal physics, and 3-star chef Juan Amador – share the vision of making cooking healthier, more precise and less complicated.

After more than 15 years of development work, we have created cookware that is free of harmful substances, delivers precise temperature control, and brings lightness even in the hustle and bustle of the kitchen.

To the products

Because good products deserve a second life

Refit instead of discard

Even the best coating will eventually show signs of wear – but that's no reason to part ways. With our Refit service, your Hifficiency® pan gets a second life. We renew the coating, inspect the handles and base, and make it fit for many more years. We always update to the latest generation of our coating.

For the refit

FAQ

Can I wash your products in the dishwasher?

Absolutely! Our products are designed for maximum everyday usability. Thanks to their durable OBSIDIAN SHELL® coating, you can easily clean them in the dishwasher. And if you ever want to wash them by hand, a quick wipe is all it takes – nothing sticks!

What is the difference compared to Teflon products?

Hifficiency products offer all the benefits of a high-quality non-stick coating – but without Teflon and without chemicals. The OBSIDIAN SHELL® coating is Teflon-free, healthy, and extremely durable. Unlike conventional Teflon products, you don't have to worry about toxic, carcinogenic fumes – even at high temperatures, our products remain safe and environmentally friendly.

What is the difference compared to an iron pan?

Cast iron pans are heavy and often take forever to heat up. The Hifficiency pan, on the other hand, is lightweight, easy to handle, and heats up in seconds – without sacrificing stability. Furthermore, thanks to its OBSIDIAN SHELL® coating, it remains rust-free and easy to clean, whereas cast iron pans require regular maintenance.

What is the difference compared to a cast iron pan?

Cast iron may be durable, but it's also incredibly heavy and often unwieldy. The X-Pan® pan combines durability with a lightweight design. Plus, it's ready to use right out of the box – no lengthy seasoning required! The non-stick coating ensures nothing sticks, and the rapid heat distribution saves you time and energy.

What is the difference compared to a ceramic pan?

Classic ceramic pans generally do not have a long-lasting non-stick effect. They are usually sol-gel coated pans, which initially achieve their non-stick properties through an applied film of oil. However, this film wears off after just a few uses – after which you are cooking on bare ceramic, causing food to stick quickly and making cleaning more difficult. OBSIDIAN SHELL®, on the other hand, is based on a permanently fused mineral coating that requires no additional oil film and retains its non-stick effect for many years.

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