Trusted Quality. Third Party Tested.

Testing Reports

BE | LIVING products are independently tested by TÜV Thüringen to verify material safety, coating composition and compliance with applicable testing standards.

TUV_Thuringen_Logo_svg

Free From Harmful Substances

Trusted Quality. Third Party Tested.

Testing Reports

BE | LIVING products are independently tested by TÜV Thüringen to verify material safety, coating composition and compliance with applicable testing standards.

TUV_Thuringen_Logo_svg

Free From Harmful Substances

PFAS-Free

PTFE-Free

PFOA-Free

PFOS-Free
Fluorine-Free
LEAD-Free
CADMIUM-Free

PFAS stands for per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances. In the BE | LIVING testing, TÜV used the results for PFOA, PFOS and total fluorine to evaluate the tested inner coating. Based on those combined results, the tested inner coating is considered free of PFAS.

PFAS Test Results

The TÜV reports define N.D. as “Not Detected, < MDL,” meaning the measured substance was below the Method Detection Limit of the specified laboratory test.
✅   Perfluorooctanoic Acid (PFOA)
✅   Perfluorooctane Sulfonic Acid (PFOS)
✅   Total Fluorine
✅   PFAS
Not Detected
Not Detected
Not Detected
Tested inner coating considered free of PFAS

PTFE is identified in the TÜV reports in relation to fluoropolymer coatings. TÜV did not list PTFE as a separate standalone quantitative test item. Instead, the conclusion was based on the combined results for PFOA, PFOS and total fluorine. Based on those results, the tested inner coating is considered free of PTFE / fluoropolymer coatings.

PTFE Test Results

The TÜV reports define N.D. as “Not Detected, < MDL,” meaning the measured substance was below the Method Detection Limit of the specified laboratory test.
✅   Perfluorooctanoic Acid (PFOA)
✅   Perfluorooctane Sulfonic Acid (PFOS)
✅   Total Fluorine
✅   PTFE / Fluoropolymer Coatings
Not Detected
Not Detected
Not Detected
Tested inner coating considered free of PTFE / fluoropolymer coatings.

PFOA and PFOA-related compounds were tested using the laboratory method specified in the TÜV reports. The reports reference Regulation (EU) 2019/1021 and mark the PFOA testing as PASS.

PFOA Test Results

The TÜV reports define N.D. as “Not Detected, < MDL,” meaning the measured substance was below the Method Detection Limit of the specified laboratory test.
✅   Perfluorooctanoic Acid (PFOA) and its salts
✅   PFOA-related compounds
✅   Overall Result
Not Detected
MDL: 0.01 mg/kg
Not Detected
MDL: 0.05 mg/kg
PASS

PFOS and PFOS-related compounds were tested using the laboratory method specified in the TÜV reports. The reports reference Regulation (EU) 2019/1021 and mark the PFOS testing as PASS.

PFOS Test Results

The TÜV reports define N.D. as “Not Detected, < MDL,” meaning the measured substance was below the Method Detection Limit of the specified laboratory test.
✅   Perfluorooctane Sulfonic Acid (PFOS) and its salts
✅   PFOS-related compounds
✅   Overall Result
Not Detected
MDL: 0.01 mg/kg
Not Detected
MDL: 0.05 mg/kg
PASS

The tested coating was analyzed for fluorine content using the test method listed in the TÜV reports. TÜV used the total fluorine result together with the PFOA and PFOS results when concluding that the tested inner coating is considered free of PFAS and free of PTFE / fluoropolymer coatings.

Fluorine Test Results

The TÜV reports define N.D. as “Not Detected, < MDL,” meaning the measured substance was below the Method Detection Limit of the specified laboratory test.
✅   Fluorine (F)
✅   Method Detection Limit
✅   Overall Result
Not Detected
50 mg/kg
PASS

The tested product parts were analyzed for lead content using the methods specified in the TÜV reports. The reports compare the result against the applicable limit referenced under REACH Annex XVII, Entry 63, and the test is marked PASS. In the Essential Series Aluminum report, for example, the tested outer coating, inner coating, handle coating and stainless-steel rivet all returned N.D. results.

Lead Test Results

The TÜV reports define N.D. as “Not Detected, < MDL,” meaning the measured substance was below the Method Detection Limit of the specified laboratory test.
✅   Lead (Pb) 
✅   Method Detection Limit 
✅   Overall Result
Not Detected
10 mg/kg
PASS

The tested product parts were analyzed for cadmium content using the methods specified in the TÜV reports. The reports compare the result against the applicable limit referenced under REACH Annex XVII, Entry 23, and the test is marked PASS.

Cadmium Test Results

The TÜV reports define N.D. as “Not Detected, < MDL,” meaning the measured substance was below the Method Detection Limit of the specified laboratory test.
✅   Cadmium (Cd)
✅   Method Detection Limit 
✅   Referenced Limit 
✅   Overall Result
Not Detected
10 mg/kg
100 mg/kg
PASS

Select a series to view the corresponding test results and full laboratory report.

PFAS-Free

PTFE-Free

PFOA-Free

PFOS-Free
Fluorine-Free
LEAD-Free
CADMIUM-Free

PFAS stands for per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances. In the BE | LIVING testing, TÜV used the results for PFOA, PFOS and total fluorine to evaluate the tested inner coating. Based on those combined results, the tested inner coating is considered free of PFAS.

PFAS Test Results

The TÜV reports define N.D. as “Not Detected, < MDL,” meaning the measured substance was below the Method Detection Limit of the specified laboratory test.
✅   Perfluorooctanoic Acid (PFOA)
✅   Perfluorooctane Sulfonic Acid (PFOS)
✅   Total Fluorine
✅   PFAS
Not Detected
Not Detected
Not Detected
Tested inner coating considered free of PFAS

PTFE is identified in the TÜV reports in relation to fluoropolymer coatings. TÜV did not list PTFE as a separate standalone quantitative test item. Instead, the conclusion was based on the combined results for PFOA, PFOS and total fluorine. Based on those results, the tested inner coating is considered free of PTFE / fluoropolymer coatings.

PTFE Test Results

The TÜV reports define N.D. as “Not Detected, < MDL,” meaning the measured substance was below the Method Detection Limit of the specified laboratory test.
✅   Perfluorooctanoic Acid (PFOA)
✅   Perfluorooctane Sulfonic Acid (PFOS)
✅   Total Fluorine
✅   PTFE / Fluoropolymer Coatings
Not Detected
Not Detected
Not Detected
Tested inner coating considered free of PTFE / fluoropolymer coatings.

PFOA and PFOA-related compounds were tested using the laboratory method specified in the TÜV reports. The reports reference Regulation (EU) 2019/1021 and mark the PFOA testing as PASS.

PFOA Test Results

The TÜV reports define N.D. as “Not Detected, < MDL,” meaning the measured substance was below the Method Detection Limit of the specified laboratory test.
✅   Perfluorooctanoic Acid (PFOA) and its salts
✅   PFOA-related compounds
✅   Overall Result
Not Detected
MDL: 0.01 mg/kg
Not Detected
MDL: 0.05 mg/kg
PASS

PFOS and PFOS-related compounds were tested using the laboratory method specified in the TÜV reports. The reports reference Regulation (EU) 2019/1021 and mark the PFOS testing as PASS.

PFOS Test Results

The TÜV reports define N.D. as “Not Detected, < MDL,” meaning the measured substance was below the Method Detection Limit of the specified laboratory test.
✅   Perfluorooctane Sulfonic Acid (PFOS) and its salts
✅   PFOS-related compounds
✅   Overall Result
Not Detected
MDL: 0.01 mg/kg
Not Detected
MDL: 0.05 mg/kg
PASS

The tested coating was analyzed for fluorine content using the test method listed in the TÜV reports. TÜV used the total fluorine result together with the PFOA and PFOS results when concluding that the tested inner coating is considered free of PFAS and free of PTFE / fluoropolymer coatings.

Fluorine Test Results

The TÜV reports define N.D. as “Not Detected, < MDL,” meaning the measured substance was below the Method Detection Limit of the specified laboratory test.
✅   Fluorine (F)
✅   Method Detection Limit
✅   Overall Result
Not Detected
50 mg/kg
PASS

The tested product parts were analyzed for lead content using the methods specified in the TÜV reports. The reports compare the result against the applicable limit referenced under REACH Annex XVII, Entry 63, and the test is marked PASS. In the Essential Series Aluminum report, for example, the tested outer coating, inner coating, handle coating and stainless-steel rivet all returned N.D. results.

Lead Test Results

The TÜV reports define N.D. as “Not Detected, < MDL,” meaning the measured substance was below the Method Detection Limit of the specified laboratory test.
✅   Lead (Pb) 
✅   Method Detection Limit 
✅   Overall Result
Not Detected
10 mg/kg
PASS

The tested product parts were analyzed for cadmium content using the methods specified in the TÜV reports. The reports compare the result against the applicable limit referenced under REACH Annex XVII, Entry 23, and the test is marked PASS.

Cadmium Test Results

The TÜV reports define N.D. as “Not Detected, < MDL,” meaning the measured substance was below the Method Detection Limit of the specified laboratory test.
✅   Cadmium (Cd)
✅   Method Detection Limit 
✅   Referenced Limit 
✅   Overall Result
Not Detected
10 mg/kg
100 mg/kg
PASS

Select a series to view the corresponding test results and full laboratory report.

📄
Circlad Series
Test Report
📄
Essential Series Aluminum
Test Report
📄
Essential Series Stainless Steel Black
Test Report
Test Report
⬇ Download
Page of —
100%
Loading PDF...

Results approved by

Screenshot_2026-09-09_at_16

Testing & Safety FAQ

1. Are BE | LIVING products tested for PFAS, PFOA and PTFE?

Yes. The tested BE | LIVING inner coatings were evaluated for PFOA, PFOS and total fluorine. Based on these results, TÜV states that the tested inner coatings are considered free of PFAS and free of PTFE / fluoropolymer coatings. PFOA and PFOS were reported as Not Detected within the laboratory’s stated detection limits.

2. What does “non-toxic cookware” mean for BE | LIVING?

The TÜV reports do not use the term “non-toxic” as a formal laboratory conclusion. Instead, BE | LIVING relies on specific third-party test results. The tested products were evaluated for substances including PFAS-related compounds, PFOA, PFOS, fluorine, lead and cadmium, with the relevant tests marked PASS and several substances reported as Not Detected.

3. What substances are tested in BE | LIVING cookware?

Depending on the product series, the TÜV reports include testing for PFOA, PFOA-related compounds, PFOS, PFOS-related compounds, total fluorine, lead, cadmium, total extractives and total chromium. For the Circlad and Essential Series Stainless Steel Black reports, extractable lead and cadmium were also tested.

4. Who performs BE | LIVING’s third-party testing, and where can I see the reports?

The reports were issued by TÜV Thüringen (Shanghai) Co., Ltd. and cover the BE | LIVING Circlad Series, Essential Series – Aluminum, and Essential Series – Stainless Steel Black. The full reports can be viewed on this page by selecting the relevant product series.
5. How can I view the full test report for my product?
You can view the available test reports on this page by selecting the relevant BE | LIVING product series. Each report includes the tested models, test methods, laboratory detection limits, detailed results and the final test conclusions.