Lodge 12 Inch Seasoned Cast Iron Skillet
Quick verdict
- Verdict
- Recommended
A coating-free, high-heat skillet that improves its own release with seasoning, at the cost of weight and upkeep.
Heavy; can rust if neglected; acidic foods increase iron transfer and can degrade seasoning. See version details.
- Good
- No synthetic nonstick coating; release improves with seasoning.
- Made in the USA; Lodge states it is made without PFAS.
- Caution
- Heavy, and can rust if neglected.
- Acidic foods increase iron transfer and can degrade seasoning.
What we could not verify
- Heavy; can rust if neglected; acidic foods increase iron transfer and can degrade seasoning.
- Sources are manufacturer or retailer pages; no independent laboratory test of this product was reviewed.
- Prices and availability change often; the observed price is dated and is not a signal of quality.
Why we reached this verdict
Seasoned cast iron, made in the USA, with a 100% natural vegetable-oil seasoning; Lodge states it is made without PFAS and has no synthetic nonstick coating. Very durable and high-heat capable. It can rust if neglected, and acidic foods increase iron transfer and can degrade the seasoning. The exact model is L10SK3 (12 in).
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Check PriceAmazon · Paid linkKey specifications
| Spec | Value |
|---|---|
| Exact SKU / model | L10SK3 (12 in) |
| Material family | Cast iron |
| Food-contact material | Seasoned cast iron |
| Coating or finish | Vegetable-oil seasoning; no synthetic nonstick coating |
| No applied coating | Yes |
| Availability when researched | Widely available |
| Research confidence (materials and disclosure) | High |
| Formulation / construction verification required | Not required for this SKU |
| Exact SKU and construction confirmed | Yes |
| Research source | Original research, re-checked |
| Country of manufacture | United States |
| Made in the USA (as stated) | Yes |
What we like and what concerns us
- Good
- No synthetic nonstick coating; release improves with seasoning.
- Made in the USA; Lodge states it is made without PFAS.
- Caution
- Heavy, and can rust if neglected.
- Acidic foods increase iron transfer and can degrade seasoning.
Why we reached this verdict
Seasoned cast iron, made in the USA, with a 100% natural vegetable-oil seasoning; Lodge states it is made without PFAS and has no synthetic nonstick coating. Very durable and high-heat capable. It can rust if neglected, and acidic foods increase iron transfer and can degrade the seasoning. The exact model is L10SK3 (12 in).
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The food-contact materials
Food-contact material
- Recorded construction
- Seasoned cast iron
Coating or finish
- Recorded coating or finish
- Vegetable-oil seasoning; no synthetic nonstick coating
What we could not verify
- Heavy; can rust if neglected; acidic foods increase iron transfer and can degrade seasoning.
- Sources are manufacturer or retailer pages; no independent laboratory test of this product was reviewed.
- Prices and availability change often; the observed price is dated and is not a signal of quality.
What we checked
- Lodge states its cast iron is seasoned with 100% natural vegetable oil, made in the USA, and made without PFAS. Retailers list the 12 in skillet as L10SK3. Source
Where our re-check differs from the earlier research
- Exact SKU / model: earlier research said “L10SK3 family”; now “L10SK3 (12 in)”.
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What the evidence tells us
From our Safer Kitchen research (2026-09-25), re-checked on 2026-09-25. Food-contact material: Seasoned cast iron. Coating: Vegetable-oil seasoning; no synthetic nonstick coating. Evidence confidence: High.
What's still uncertain
- Heavy; can rust if neglected; acidic foods increase iron transfer and can degrade seasoning.
- Sources are manufacturer or retailer pages; no independent laboratory test of this product was reviewed.
- Prices and availability change often; the observed price is dated and is not a signal of quality.
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Final verdict against our cookware standard
Recommended Published as Recommended under the published standard for cookware, based on the specific, dated findings above. That standard was written before this or any other product on the page was evaluated, and doesn't change to fit a favorite See the full site-wide standard for how every category is held to the same process.