ECOLOGICAL BUILD: NICKEL FREE & COATING FREE - Nickel-bearing 18/8 (Cr: Ni) or 18/10 stainless steel cookware is corrosion-resistant, BUT nickel is high up on the ATSDR list of priority toxins; nickel leaching causes diseases. - Our food grade NICKEL FREE JYH21CT (21/0, Japanese standard) stainless steel is non-toxic, but sturdy - General non-stick coating releases toxic fumes when cooking, disrupting immune system. - Ours does NOT apply any coating, but engineered for natural stick resistance. DESIGNED FOR FAST & HEALTHY SMALL SERVINGS - This 9.5" fry pan has a 3-ply base, ensures even & fast heating - Average in size, gives attention to family meals: searing meat and poultry, sauteing, browning and frying foods. - It can be changed to a baking sheet to make pies or roast meat (up to 325 F). - It's a good idea to have at least 2 fry pans: one for searing & sauteing, and a smaller one for making eggs or omelets for breakfast. NAVY GRAY EXTERIOR & MATTE POLISHED INTERIOR - This 9.5" fry pan is noble and elegant: Navy Gray Exterior & Matte Polished Interior; cuts a fine figure in the kitchen and at the dining table. - The contrasting Navy gray exterior combines superior culinary performance with classic beauty; offers fast and even heat conductivity. - HOMICHEF ecological cookware products are ranked among the best pots and pans by FAMILY LIVING TODAY. ERGONOMICAL FEATURES - 5MM thick 3-Ply construction in the base (one layer of pure aluminum core sandwiched between two stainless steel layers) ensures optimal thermal distribution and storage, thus faster cooking, better nutrition, and more energy savings. - Riveted stainless-steel handle stays cool on the cooktop. - Wide flat base & low profile makes turning and flipping food easy. - Compatible with gas, induction, ceramic and halogen stovetops.