Caraway Utensil Set (5-Piece FSC-Certified Birch Wood Set)
8.1/ 10
Editorial score3 of 4 criteria rated
Materials
9.0
Pan match
8.5
Heat
n/a
Cleaning
6.0
Why this score?
Material transparency · 9.0
FSC-certified birch; maker states no plastics, BPA, BPS or forever chemicals
Pan match & range · 8.5
Tongs, spoon, scraper, spatula, server; wood suits nonstick and ceramic
Heat rating · Not rated
The documented information does not establish this criterion.
Cleaning · 6.0
Hand wash only; no soaking or dishwasher
Based on documented features and practical tradeoffs, not a hands-on test. Assessment: October 7, 2026. How we score
Best forCooks who want a full plastic-free set for nonstick and ceramic pans
A five-piece birch wood set with tongs, spoon, scraper, spatula and server. Caraway says the utensils are made without plastics, BPA, BPS and forever chemicals, from FSC-certified birch.
Strengths
Covers the core jobs in one set, including wooden tongs
Caraway states no plastics, BPA, BPS or forever chemicals and FSC-certified wood
Weaknesses
Hand wash only; Caraway says not to soak or put them in the dishwasher
Pricier than silicone sets with a similar number of pieces
Dimensions, material and details
Dimensions
12" L x 1.7" W x 1.7" H (as listed by Caraway; piece not specified)
Material
FSC-certified birch wood, pre-treated with a food-safe finish
Pieces
Tongs, spoon, scraper, spatula, server
Weight
3.2 oz (as listed)
Care
Hand wash only; dry upright
Material claims
Made without plastics, BPA, BPS and forever chemicals (Caraway)
18/10 steel core, BPA-free FDA/LFGB silicone; not described as platinum-cured
Pan match & range · 6.5
Three spatulas only; no turner, ladle or tongs
Heat rating · 9.0
Heat resistant to 600°F
Cleaning · 9.0
Dishwasher safe, seamless one-piece head
Based on documented features and practical tradeoffs, not a hands-on test. Assessment: October 7, 2026. How we score
Best forLow-cost silicone spatulas for scraping, folding and stirring
Three one-piece silicone spatulas (standard, spoonula and mini) built around an 18/10 stainless steel core. DI ORO describes the silicone as BPA free, US FDA and German LFGB certified, heat resistant to 600°F.
Strengths
Stainless steel core rather than a plastic one, per DI ORO
Dishwasher safe with a seamless one-piece head
Weaknesses
Spatulas only; no turner, ladle or tongs
DI ORO does not describe the silicone as platinum-cured
Dimensions, material and details
Dimensions
Spatula 11.2 x 2.5 in; Spoonula 11.2 x 2.6 in; Mini 8.8 x 2.75 in
Material
Silicone with 18/10 stainless steel reinforced core
Material claims
BPA free, US FDA and German LFGB certified silicone (DI ORO)
All 18/10 stainless steel, no plastic or silicone parts
Pan match & range · 6.5
Five tools, but metal suits stainless and cast iron, not nonstick or ceramic
Heat rating · Not rated
The documented information does not establish this criterion.
Cleaning · 9.0
Dishwasher safe; lifetime warranty
Based on documented features and practical tradeoffs, not a hands-on test. Assessment: October 7, 2026. How we score
Best forAll-metal tools for stainless steel and cast iron cooks
A five-piece set of 13-inch tools (solid spoon, ladle, pasta fork, turner and fish spatula) made entirely from 18/10 stainless steel. Hestan says the tools are dishwasher safe and covered by a lifetime warranty.
Strengths
All 18/10 stainless steel with no plastic or silicone parts
Dishwasher safe and covered by Hestan's lifetime warranty
Weaknesses
Metal tools are not a good match for nonstick or ceramic-coated pans
By far the most expensive set here
Dimensions, material and details
Dimensions
Each tool 13-inch length
Material
18/10 stainless steel
Pieces
Solid spoon, ladle, pasta fork, turner, fish spatula
100% pharmaceutical-grade platinum-cured silicone, BPA- and BPS-free, seamless unibody
Pan match & range · 6.5
Three spatulas only; other tools needed for flipping and serving
Heat rating · 7.5
425°F, lowest of the silicone picks except GreenPan
Cleaning · 9.0
Dishwasher safe, seamless
Based on documented features and practical tradeoffs, not a hands-on test. Assessment: October 7, 2026. How we score
Best forBakers who want one-piece platinum-cured silicone spatulas
Ultimate, Skinny and Mini spatulas, each a seamless unibody piece. GIR describes them as 100% pharmaceutical-grade, platinum-cured silicone, BPA- and BPS-free, heat resistant to 425°F.
Strengths
GIR states 100% platinum-cured silicone, BPA- and BPS-free
Seamless unibody design and dishwasher safe
Weaknesses
Spatulas only, so you will need other tools for flipping and serving
Lowest heat rating of the silicone picks here (425°F)
Dimensions, material and details
Dimensions
Ultimate 11.0 x 1.9 in; Skinny 11.0 x 1.5 in; Mini 8.3 x 1.4 in
GreenPan Platinum Silicone Tools 5-Piece Utensil Set
7.4/ 10
Editorial score
Materials
7.0
Pan match
8.5
Heat
6.5
Cleaning
7.5
Why this score?
Material transparency · 7.0
Silicone over steel cores, BPA-free; 'Platinum' is a line name, not curing
Pan match & range · 8.5
Fish turner, spatula, two spoons, whisk; made for ceramic nonstick
Heat rating · 6.5
Up to 392°F, lowest rating in this guide
Cleaning · 7.5
Dishwasher safe, hand washing recommended
Based on documented features and practical tradeoffs, not a hands-on test. Assessment: October 7, 2026. How we score
Best forOwners of ceramic nonstick pans who want a full silicone set
Fish turner, spatula, solid spoon, slotted spoon and whisk with silicone over rigid steel cores. GreenPan says the tools are BPA-free and safe up to 392°F.
Strengths
Five everyday tools including a fish turner and whisk
Steel cores, BPA-free silicone and limited lifetime warranty per GreenPan
Weaknesses
Lowest heat rating in this guide (392°F)
'Platinum' is the line name; GreenPan does not say the silicone is platinum-cured
Dimensions, material and details
Dimensions
Fish turner 13" x 3.1"; spatula 12.2" x 2.3"; spoons 12.8" x 2.9"; whisk 10.7" x 2.6"
Owners of ceramic nonstick pans who want a full silicone set
Fish turner 13" x 3.1"; spatula 12.2" x 2.3"; spoons 12.8" x 2.9"; whisk 10.7" x 2.6"
Silicone over a rigid steel core
Dishwasher safe, hand washing recommended
OUR METHOD
How we scored
Manufacturer specs, not hands-on tests. Each pick is rated out of 10 on four things:
35%Material transparency
25%Pan match & range
20%Heat rating
20%Cleaning
What to look for in non-toxic kitchen utensils
Read the material description'platinum' or 'natural' may not name the material; check exact specs
Check inside silicone toolsmany have a steel, nylon or other stiffening core
Match material to your panswood and silicone suit nonstick; stainless suits stainless and cast iron
Frequently asked questions
What material is safest for cooking utensils?
We do not make health claims, but we can tell you what the makers state. Caraway says its birch set is made without plastics, BPA, BPS and forever chemicals, GIR describes its spatulas as 100% platinum-cured silicone that is BPA- and BPS-free, and Hestan's tools are solid 18/10 stainless steel. Choose the material that suits your pans and how you like to clean up.
What does platinum-cured silicone mean?
It refers to silicone cured with a platinum catalyst, and some makers use it to set their silicone apart. Among our picks, GIR is the brand that says its spatulas are 100% pharmaceutical-grade, platinum-cured silicone. GreenPan uses 'Platinum' as a product line name, but its page does not say the silicone is platinum-cured, so check the material description, not just the name.
Do silicone utensils have plastic inside?
Some do, and the product page usually tells you. DI ORO says its spatulas have an 18/10 stainless steel core and GreenPan says its tools have rigid steel cores, while GIR's spatulas are a seamless one-piece silicone design. If a hidden plastic core matters to you, look for the core material in the specs before you buy.
What is the best non toxic kitchen utensil set?
The Caraway 5-Piece FSC-Certified Birch Wood Set is the best overall pick. Caraway states it is made without plastics, BPA, BPS and forever chemicals, and it includes tongs, a spoon, scraper, spatula and server. It is hand wash only. This guide repeats what makers state rather than making health claims, and other sets here are silicone (GIR, DI ORO, GreenPan) or all stainless steel (Hestan).
