Material | High-heat cooking, professional kitchens | Industry: Regular Aluminum (2.5mm) Our Base: Forged Aluminum (3mm) ▲ Our Advanced: Forged + Anodized (3.5mm) ▲▲ | Base: 19% thicker for better heat distribution Advanced: 32% thicker + corrosion resistance | Base: Heavier than stainless steel Advanced: Higher cost (+20%) |
Non-Stick Coating | Low-oil cooking, health-conscious users | Industry: PTFE (2yr durability, ASTM D3359) Base: Ceramic (10yr, NSF 51) ▲ Advanced: Multi-layer Ceramic (15yr) ▲▲ | Base: No PFOA/VOCs (FDA compliant) Advanced: 50% more scratch-resistant | Base: Requires soft utensils Advanced: Costly (+30%) |
Induction Bottom | Induction stove users, quick heating | Industry: Non-induction base Base: Full induction (100% contact) ▲ Advanced: Triple-layer core (120% efficiency) ▲▲ | Base: 40% faster heating than standard Advanced: Even heat distribution | Base: May warp over time Advanced: Adds 15% weight |
Handles | Frequent use, hot pot cooking | Industry: Plastic (120°C) Base: Wooden/Bakelite (200°C) ▲ Advanced: Silicone-wrapped wood (250°C) ▲▲ | Base: 50% cooler grip than plastic Advanced: Withstands oven temps | Base: Wooden handles may crack in extreme heat Advanced: Bulky design |
Certification | Commercial kitchens, health inspections | Industry: No heavy metal compliance Base: Extractable Heavy Metal (FDA 21 CFR) ▲ Advanced: NSF 51 + EU RoHS ▲▲ | Base: Safe for food contact Advanced: Global compliance (US/EU/Asia) | Base: Limited to FDA standards Advanced: Higher certification costs |
Eco-Friendly | Environmentally conscious buyers | Industry: Non-recyclable Base: 80% recyclable (ISO 14021) ▲ Advanced: 100% recyclable + carbon-neutral ▲▲ | Base: 20% less landfill waste Advanced: Zero carbon footprint | Base: 20% non-recyclable parts Advanced: Niche market availability |