12-Inch Frying Pan: ScratchDefense™ Nonstick Fry Pans

$69.99

2502 reviews

From the inventors of hard-anodized nonstick cookware comes Circulon ScratchDefense™. Open up a new dimension in scratch resistance and unbeatable nonstick performance and longevity with ground-breaking ScratchDefense™ nonstick technology that applies aerospace-grade durability to eliminate scratching, sticking, and flaking for our most advanced nonstick yet. Cook with complete confidence using this dishwasher-safe 12-inch frying pan with a triple-layer nonstick cooking surface that lasts 130X longer than the competition and stands up to laboratory tests simulating 200+ years of daily wear and tear. An aluminum core delivers fast, all-over heat delivery and a thick, induction-suitable stainless steel base boosts durability and heat retention. Circulon ScratchDefense™ - EXTREME NONSTICK THAT WON’T SCRATCH. EVER.

SKU

81837
  • Body Material: Aluminum
  • Exterior Finish: Nonstick
  • Interior Finish: Nonstick
  • Handle Material: Cast Stainless Steel with Silicone

To see CA AB1200 disclosures for this product, visit our Product Disclosures page.

  • Dishwasher Safe: Yes
  • Oven Safe Temperature: 400°F
  • Induction Suitable: Yes
  • Warranty: Limited Lifetime Warranty
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A1 Series

- Thick aluminum construction
- Nonstick inside and out
- No-slip silicone handles that stay cool on the stovetop
- Convenient nonstick exterior

Scratch Free,
Worry Free. Forever.

Circulon ScratchDefense™ is a safer, tougher nonstick that's laboratory‑tested to withstand up to 200 years of everyday use.*

Us After
350,000 Scrapes

vs.

Them After
5 Scrapes

130x longer lasting than the competition

Than leading competitor nonstick in a metal utensil scratch test performed at 200°C/392°F

Experience Next-Generation Nonstick
with ScratchDefense™

Overall rating: 4.663869 / 5 from 2502 reviews.

AI Generated Review Summary

This 12-inch frying pan offers unbeatable nonstick performance, scratch resistance, and durability. Customers praise its even cooking, quick heating, and excellent quality. The nonstick surface is highly rated, and the pan's design ensures long-lasting use.

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  • Product Size: 5%
  • Cooking Performance: 7%
  • Product Quality: 8%
  • Nonstick Performance: 4%

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Review highlights

  • "Perfect pan, great size cooks evenly and dishwasher safe for fast cleanup."Michael M.
  • "The quality is way better than I expected, the color is attractive and the even temperatured cooking has been great!"Alice M.
  • "No more food sticking, easy to clean, have been able to almost eliminate any oil in cooking"Claire R.

Reviews

Love it!

"I picked up a single piece over 10 years ago and still like new with freq use. Was gifted another “nonstick” brand but began loosing coating in less than 1 year, I kept using till I made the leap to buy new of the single circulon that I have kept. Love them!"

Loretta T. (5/5)

Dream cookware

"I never allowed myself really nice pots and pans because of the price, but finally splurged and bought three skillets, including the 5 qt. Sauce pan. I am so in love with them. They are amazing and so easy to clean up!"

Lisa J. (5/5)

Great set!

"I'm really enjoying using my new Circulon set. They clean up nicely in the dishwasher and no food sticks! It seems to be very well made and is very sturdy but not too heavy."

Janet W. (5/5)

Great set of frying pans!

"I purchased a set of the C1 cookware for our home a while back and loved it so much that I bought a set of these A1 frying pans for our office. We have a small induction cooktop that we use to cook on, mainly breakfast (yes, eggs), so I thought these would be a good addition. They heat up fast, easy to clean, lightweight and non-stick too boot! What's not to love? The price point is good (especially if you catch them on sale) and the quality is awesome! Great job Circulon! I definitely recommend these to anyone looking for a really nice medium and small frying pan."

Dennis B. (5/5)

5qt. Skillet

"We love this for frying bacon. It’s deep enough to help contain popping and splattering of grease. Love all of our Circulon cook ware."

Brett D. (5/5)

2026 Circulon 12 pc Cookware

"Excellent cookware set. Nonstick, extremely easy to clean, and bulletproof. Our “ Last “ set of cookware!!!!"

John I. (5/5)

Perfect

"Perfect size for a couple of eggs and they slide around and straight out on the plate, even without any oil or butter. I love it!!!"

Lisa J. (5/5)

Amazing quality

"The quality of this cookware is much nicer than I was expecting! My hesitation to purchase was unwarranted."

Mellody P. (5/5)

reviw, 2 qt

"Love it . Good quality. Packaging was the first clue about quality"

Richard F. (5/5)

New cookware

"After researching various cookware brands, I selected Circulon 10 piece set, and so far I am totally satisfied! I couldn’t justify $600+ for pots and pans, but this set met all the criteria and reviews convinced me to make the purchase. They cook evenly and clean up as easily as advertised. Happy with my choice!"

Lynette C. (5/5)

Q&A

Does this cookware have to be seasoned before use, or after dishwasher cleaning?
No, the A1 Series collection does not need to be seasoned.
Does the glass lid on the 6 qt. stock pot also fit the 3 qt. saute pan? The 10 piece set has lids for both pieces. I fell that having 2 of same size lids is redundant. And can the steamer basket for the stock pot be purchased separately?
Thank you for your question. Yes, the 10 inch lid fits both the stockpot and sauté pan.
Is Circulon compatible with a gas stove?
Thank you for reaching out to us. In addition to being suitable for glass top and electric stovetops, Circulon® cookware is also suitable for gas stovetops!
My existing Circulon Fry Pan has is "warped" and does not lay flay on my glass top electric range, and. as you can guess cooks only on one side. Will these pans shown in this advertisement tend to "warp" ?
We are so sorry to hear about your experience with the warping of your cookware in the past. The revolutionary ScratchDefense™ Nonstick Technology is crafted from extremely durable aerospace-grade material, creating a thicker and harder surface and construction than has ever been seen in ordinary nonstick cookware. The ground-breaking durability is introduced utilizing speciality materials commonly used in aerospace design, due to their strength and heat-resistant properties, particularly under high-stress conditions. This is combined with a thick, edge-to-edge stainless steel base designed to eliminate warping. The edge-to-edge steel base not only provides superior heat performance but ensures that it will be dishwasher-safe and induction suitable. I hope this provides some helpful information.
What material is the nonstick, and is it safe? Thanks!
We take the safety of our customers very seriously and are committed to providing the safest possible nonstick cookware. The nonstick finish of our cookware is safe for food contact meets all U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) and European Union (EU) regulations, and is certified by independent 3rd party laboratory testing. We welcome you to learn more from the Food & Drug Administration. https://www.fda.gov/food/process-contaminants-food/authorized-uses-pfas-food-contact-applications
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