All products are tested to EU regulations in terms of food contacts and safety. All materials used by Zyliss are unaffected by food stuffs and free from cadmium. BPA stands for bisphenol A. BPA is an industrial chemical that has been used to make certain plastics and resins. Polycarbonate plastics are often used in containers that store food and beverages, such as water bottles. All new Zyliss products are BPA free. All Zyliss products are dishwasher safe unless otherwise stated. However, we do recommend hand washing components with blades to maintain sharpness. We offer a 5 year warranty on our products with the exception of our battery-operated products, which have a 2-year warranty. We take pride in developing reliable and durable products that are built to last. All our Ultimate Non-Stick pans offer a 100% Nonstick Guarantee for 10 Years. The only cooking skillets on the market to make this offer. Our environmentally friendly Superior Ceramic Pans deliver 3x longer lasting ceramic non-stick performance than other pans. A Zyliss Ultimate Non-Stick Pan's unique textured surface features advanced Swiss technology. This means that you can cook without using oil or butter and nothing sticks. You can even use the Zyliss Cook Pans to bake in the oven. All of the Zyliss Cook Pans are oven safe up to 356° F. The Restaurant grater is NSF certified, meaning it has passed strict testing for restaurant quality. It has been given this distinction because its construction has a handle that better prevents food particles from falling into it and the ergonomic handle is smaller and easier to operate than the Classic Grater. DKB Household is confident that our products are manufactured to the highest quality and want to ensure our customers are satisfied. If we determine the damage/defect of your item is covered under warranty you may be issued a replacement or a coupon code for the value of your product as determined by DKB Household USA. The 5-year warranty starts from the date of purchase/delivery not from the date of first use.