By LawInspectsFor those who have little to no idea whatever is going on with HexClad (yes, the very same brand that’s super famous for its hybrid pans and Gordon Ramsay ads) is actually in the middle of a lawsuit, and yup, it is a big one. Not a lot of you may be aware of the issue because of which this HexClad Lawsuit exists in the first place, right? So, the thing is, they promoted their cookware as “non-toxic,” “PFOA-free,” and “PFAS-free.” What’s so wrong with that?
Well, it is exactly what you’re thinking, actually, people complained that these claims were somewhat misleading. Misleading? In what sense? Well, in a report, it came out that the HexClad’s non-stick surface has PTFE, a member of the PFAS family, also known as “forever chemicals.” And if you’re keeping up with things that are going on in the country about these forever chemicals, you’d certainly understand the scale of this very lawsuit, too. Anyway, for now, let’s get to the details of it all and see what the current update is with this case and how things are moving forward.
What Products Are Included?
Alright, now’s the super important part, which started it all. Yes, there were some issues found in some of their products, and as a customer of this brand, you should absolutely get to know which products we’re talking about. So, if you purchased a HexClad pan, pot, or cookware set between February 1, 2022, and March 31, 2024, you may be entitled to get money back. This includes:
- Frying pans (like the 10-inch one).
- Woks, griddles, and saucepans.
- So, we’re talking about cookware sets like the “Ultimate Everything Collection” and the “Family Pasta Bundle.”
If you bought any of those during that period, then chances are you can make a claim and be a part of the settlement money.
How Much Is The Settlement?
Oh yes, this case has already come to the settling period. And yes, there is a final settlement amount too. But before that, just remember that HexClad didn’t say they did anything wrong, but they decided to settle for $2.5 million. For this big of a lawsuit, this surely is a justified amount. And as for more details, we got our hands too, you see, they’re gonna split that cash among the folks who bought eligible cookware during the claim period.
Just remember, nobody’s getting back more than what they originally paid, so that’s that for now. Like, to be honest, if you shelled out $100, that’s the max you’d see coming back. All in all, yes, the total amount you get will depend on how many people make claims and how much each person dropped on their stuff.
Who Is Eligible?
Anyone in the U.S. or its territories who has purchased one of the listed products within the specified dates may submit a claim. Proof of purchase will be required, such as an Amazon order ID or a claim ID from the legal notice.
- Deadline To File: November 14, 2025
How Will You Get the Money?
If the claim is accepted, you receive a check through the mail, with the payout depending on how many people file for the damages and how much you had actually spent. Otherwise, there is possibly another round of payments administered if the checks go uncashed and if that equates to more than $5 per person. Just remember that!
What Is Changing Now?
Yes, as a result of this lawsuit, a few things have changed for the HexClad brand, like they must cease advertising any product as “non-toxic,” “PFOA-free,” or “PFAS-free” where it contains PTFE or the like, chemicals considered to be forever chemicals. That’s what pretty much that this brand is working on, and sure enough, they have a long way to go to win the trust of their customers once again.