Are welded-handled stock pots safe?
I'm shopping for a new 16 to 20 quart induction-compatible stock pot and seem to be having a hard time finding one that has handles that are not welded. I've read in various Amazon reviews that welds can weaken and break, and if true, nobody wants a pot of scalding water spilling all over themselves.
Is this true? Assuming so, is there an induction stock pot that has screwed or riveted handles?
The two pots I'm looking at are the Update International SPS-20 and the Winware Stainless Steel one.
Best Answer
Assuming that there were stock pots manufactured with handles that broke off, they would likely have been recalled by the CPSC.
It appears that the CPSC has only ever recalled one stock pot that was based on a single report of a handle breaking off. The problematic stock pot was sold by a liquidation company. Based on this, I'd assume that any NSF certified stock pot that you buy from a reputable retailer is going to be safe.
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Can you put a stockpot on the stove?
You can use them on the stove top, in the oven, use metal utensils, deglaze, sear foods and best of all they clean up fast and easy. They are also dishwasher safe and have a lifetime warranty.What are most stock pots made of?
Material. Most stock pots are made of stainless steel enclosing an aluminum layer. The stainless steel allows for a durable nonreactive surface that's simple to clean, even when something gets burnt on. The aluminum helps to conduct the heat to your pot's surface.How are handles attached to pots?
Rivets and welds are by far the most popular choices for fastening handles onto lids and cookware. Screw and body-extension handles are other common ways of affixing handles to cookware. I would recommend welded handles whenever it's within your budget.Are stock pots oven safe?
Stock pots that are made purely from stainless steel, cast iron and/or ceramic can go in the oven safely. However, stock pots that use a non-stick coating or have plastic handles should not be used in the oven unless they are labelled as oven safe.Sources: Stack Exchange - This article follows the attribution requirements of Stack Exchange and is licensed under CC BY-SA 3.0.
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