I'm allergic to nickel. Can I use 18/10 stainless steel saucepans?

Nickel allergies are mainly observed during contact with jewellery that contains a thin layer of almost pure nickel used for protection. As the nickel is on the surface, it remains in direct and prolonged contact with the skin. It can therefore be released directly onto the skin under the effect of perspiration, causing allergic reactions in around 11% of the population (source: https://pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/articles/PMC12415668/). This release is promoted by prolonged contact with jewellery such as earrings, watches or piercings, which are worn for hours or even continuously.

In the case of CRISTEL cookware, nickel is integrated into the stainless steel structure at a level of 10%. This structural integration makes the nickel highly stable. In addition, thanks to the high chromium content of the raw materials selected by CRISTEL, stainless steel naturally forms a very strong layer of chromium oxides on its surface, known as the “passive layer”, which protects it from external aggressions. This layer significantly limits the risk of nickel migration into food, and in the rare event that migration occurs, it is extremely low. As a result, the number of people affected by food-related allergic reactions is exceptional, to the point that no study has been able to identify a portion of the population concerned.

Therefore, even people who are allergic to nickel through skin contact are not allergic to 18/10 stainless steel cookware. You can use our products with complete peace of mind.