8" + 12" Deeper Carbon Nonstick™ Frying Pan

8" + 12" Deeper Carbon Nonstick™ Frying Pan

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8" + 12" Deeper Carbon Nonstick™ Frying Pan
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    Best Carbon Steel/Nonstick Alternative
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  • 8" + 12" Deeper Carbon Nonstick™ Frying Pan
  • 8" + 12" Deeper Carbon Nonstick™ Frying Pan
  • 8" + 12" Deeper Carbon Nonstick™ Frying Pan
  • 8" + 12" Deeper Carbon Nonstick™ Frying Pan
  • 8" + 12" Deeper Carbon Nonstick™ Frying Pan
  • 8" + 12" Deeper Carbon Nonstick™ Frying Pan
  • 8" + 12" Deeper Carbon Nonstick™ Frying Pan
  • 8" + 12" Deeper Carbon Nonstick™ Frying Pan
  • 8" + 12" Deeper Carbon Nonstick™ Frying Pan
8" + 12" Deeper Carbon Nonstick™ Frying Pan
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8" + 12" Deeper Carbon Nonstick™ Frying Pan

8-Inch + 12-Inch Deeper Carbon Nonstick Set

$244.00

The easiest carbon steel pan ever made, now with higher side walls. Coating-free and non-toxic, it’s a forever pan that gets better every time you cook.

Pan Height: Deeper - NEW
Pan Sets: 8" + 12"
Single Pans: 8"
Lid: No Lid
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Features
  • Nitrided carbon steel for a coating-free, naturally nonstick cooking surface
  • Higher side walls (updated based on customer feedback) for splatter-free frying, saucy dishes, and more versatile everyday cooking
  • Aluminum core for lighter weight than traditional carbon steel or cast iron
  • Ultra rust-resistant construction that’s far more forgiving than typical carbon steel
  • Ready to cook on day one with no lengthy seasoning process
  • Safe to use with metal utensils
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Oven Safe up to 1100°F

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Induction Compatible

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Use & Care
  • Hand wash only
  • Heat safe up to 1100ºF
  • Induction compatible
  • For best results, always pre-heat your pan  for 1-2 minutes and cook with a small amount of oil (½ to 1 Tbsp)
  • Conditioning is the best way to keep your pan in tip-top shape and as nonstick as possible. 
  • Visit our Help Hub for more on how to use, clean, and condition this pan.
Specifications

8” Deeper Carbon Nonstick™ Frying Pan:
Total Length: 15.25 in. / 387 mm
Handle Length: 6.75 in. / 171 mm
Diameter: 8.58 in. / 218 mm
Cooking Surface Diameter: 5.5 in. / 138 mm
Height: 1.80 in. / 46 mm
Weight: 1.79 lb / 0.81 kg
Thickness (Base): 2.5 mm
Thickness (Wall): 2.1 mm

12” Deeper Carbon Nonstick™ Frying Pan:
Total Length: 21.25 in. / 539 mm
Handle Length: 9 in. / 229 mm
Diameter: 12.36 in. / 314 mm
Cooking Surface Diameter: 8.5 in. / 218 mm
Height: 2.20 in. / 56 mm
Weight: 3.16 lb / 1.43 kg
Thickness (Base): 2.5 mm
Thickness (Wall): 2.1 mm

Construction: 3-ply Nitrided Carbon Steel + Aluminum Core, Stainless Steel Rivets
Country of Production: PRC
Warranty

All Misen products come with a lifetime warranty against defects. Misen will replace any defective products. Learn more about our warranty policy here and what's covered.

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A New Way
to Nonstick

With its smooth nitrided surface, Carbon Nonstick™ is a
clean-cooking alternative to chemical nonstick and ceramic.

Completely Uncoated,
Naturally Nonstick

Nitrided carbon steel has no chemicals, coatings,
or anything that can flake off or degrade.

Carbon Steel, Without the Fuss

A lightweight aluminum core makes this pan easy to handle and ultra-responsive to heat.

Not Your Grandma’s

Cast Iron

Carbon Nonstick™ is perfect for carbon steel fans looking
for a lighter, rust-proof pan you can soak in the sink.

How Carbon Nonstick™ Stacks Up

Carbon nonstick pan comparison chart vs regular nonstick, ceramic, carbon steel, stainless steel, and cast iron across 8 benefits

Questions?

What is Carbon Nonstick™ made of?

Carbon Nonstick™ is a carbon steel pan with an aluminum core. It’s 3-ply, meaning it has three layers. The inner layer is the aluminum core, which helps the pan heat and cool more quickly than other carbon steel pans. The top and bottom layers are nitrided carbon steel.

Nitrided carbon steel is essentially carbon steel that has been super-heated in a nitrogen-rich oven, which creates an extremely durable, corrosion-resistant, and virtually nonstick surface without the need for coatings.

Nitriding is extremely safe and widely used in industries beyond cookware, including aerospace, automotive, surgical, and industrial machinery.
How is Carbon Nonstick™ nonstick without any coatings?

Carbon steel (Carbon Nonstick's™ primary material) relies on something called “seasoning” to achieve its non-stickiness. Unlike ceramic (aka Silicon dioxide) and nonstick (Teflon) which both require a special coating, seasoning is completely natural and builds up more and more over time.

This process of seasoning is called polymerization: when any type of fat is heated in the pan, it chemically bonds with the metal to create a durable surface that prevents rust and improves nonstick properties. The more you cook, the more the seasoning builds up. Over time the pan will become even more nonstick.

Our pan takes things a step further: through a process called "nitriding," Carbon Nonstick™ is fully nonstick right out of the box, and even moreso over time. Nitriding is a process by which a metal surface is super-heated in a nitrogen-rich environment, which creates an extremely durable, corrosion-resistant, and virtually nonstick surface without the need for coatings.

Nitriding is extremely safe and widely used in industries beyond cookware, including aerospace, automotive, surgical, and industrial machinery.
Does Carbon Nonstick™ contain PFAS, PTFE, or PFOA?

No, Carbon Nonstick™ is free of PFAS, PTFE, and PFOA.
How can Carbon Nonstick™ be nonstick and also last forever?

Traditional nonstick pans (Teflon) and ceramic are both made with coatings that wear off over time, making the pan useless. Carbon Nonstick™ does not contain any chemical coating; instead, it self-seasons over time as you cook with it, creating a lasting, nonstick surface.

This process of self-seasoning is called polymerization: when any type of fat is heated in the pan, it chemically bonds with the metal to create a durable coating that prevents rust and improves nonstick properties.

This process happens naturally as you cook. The more you use the pan, the more layers of seasoning build up, and the more nonstick the pan becomes.

Carbon Nonstick™ takes it a step further: through a process called nitriding, this pan is made even more nonstick out of the box and over time. Nitriding is a process by which a metal surface is super-heated in a nitrogen-rich environment, which creates an extremely durable, corrosion-resistant, and virtually nonstick surface without the need for coatings.

Nitriding is extremely safe and widely used in industries beyond cookware, including aerospace, automotive, surgical, and industrial machinery.
Is Carbon Nonstick™ as nonstick as traditional nonstick or ceramic nonstick?

TL;DR: At first, no. But soon, yes.

The longer answer: Traditional nonstick (Teflon) and ceramic are both made with chemical coatings that create a nonstick effect on your pans. Carbon Nonstick™ does not contain any chemical coating, therefore it may not be quite as nonstick right out of the box. However, while ceramic and other nonstick pans lose their nonstick coating as you use them, Carbon Nonstick™ will actually become more nonstick with use as cooking oils build up on the pan’s surface (this is called seasoning, and Carbon Nonstick™ seasons itself naturally as you use it). So while your other nonstick pans will be useless in a matter of years, your Carbon Nonstick™ has the potential to last forever.
Can I cook acidic foods in Carbon Nonstick™?

Absolutely, bring on the lemons! Whereas most carbon steel pans will lose their seasoning and rust if they're exposed to acid, Carbon Nonstick™️ can stand up to acid without a problem. (We find it especially useful for finishing our pasta in tomato sauce.)

That said, our factory recommends waiting about 30 days before you go heavy on the acid, so that the pan has a little time to build up its seasoning.
Do I have to season Carbon Nonstick™?

No. Unlike traditional carbon steel cookware, you don’t need to season your Carbon Nonstick™️ pan. By simply cooking with it, you'll be seasoning it; the more you use it, the more seasoned it becomes.

That said, we like to apply a thin layer of cooking oil to the pan’s surface after cooking, and rub it in with a towel. This step speeds up the seasoning process, but it is completely optional.
Is Carbon Nonstick™ pre-seasoned?

Carbon Nonstick™️ is not pre-seasoned. This sets it apart from our Pre-Seasoned Carbon Steel, which is pre-baked with neutral oil to jumpstart the seasoning process. Carbon Nonstick™️, on the other hand, does not need to be pre-seasoned because it's been nitrided, which does the same job. Instead, the pan is simply wiped down with a thin layer of neutral corn oil after nitriding. This moisturizes the pan and makes it nice and slippery right out of the box.
How does Carbon Nonstick™ compare to Misen’s previous Carbon Steel pans?

We still love and use our Pre-Seasoned Carbon Steel pans. But there are some key differences between that pan and Carbon Nonstick™️.

First, Carbon Nonstick™️ is lighter: only 2.48 pounds, compared to 3.2 pounds. It's an easier pan to hold and use on a daily basis.

Second, Carbon Nonstick™️ doesn’t require seasoning. Our original Carbon Steel needs to be regularly seasoned as you use it, that seasoning can come off depending on what you cook, and sometimes the pan needs to be re-seasoned from scratch. That won’t happen with Carbon Nonstick™️ because it’s nitrided, aka heated in a super-hot, nitrogen-rich oven to make it extra-hard, extra-smooth, and extra-durable.

Third, Carbon Nonstick™️ has an aluminum core, while our Pre-Seasoned Carbon Steel pan does not. The aluminum core makes the pan lighter and helps it heat and cool faster. This responsiveness to temperature changes makes your cooking more efficient and precise, whereas our Pre-Seasoned Carbon Steel has slightly better heat retention for tasks like heavy-duty searing.

Fourth, Carbon Nonstick™️ is resistant to rust. Our other carbon steel pan isn’t nitrided, so it will rust if you don’t wash and dry it immediately after cooking. Carbon Nonstick™️ can soak in the sink overnight without issues.
What is nitriding?

Nitriding is a process by which a metal surface is super-heated in a nitrogen-rich environment, which creates an extremely durable, corrosion-resistant, and virtually nonstick surface without the need for coatings like ceramic or Teflon.

Nitriding is completely safe and nontoxic, and is widely used in industries beyond cookware, including aerospace, automotive, surgical, and industrial machinery.
What types of stovetops is Carbon Nonstick™ compatible with?

Carbon Nonstick™ works on all stovetop types - gas, electric, and induction.

Customer Reviews

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Rated 4.9 out of 5 stars
Based on 1,755 reviews
Reviews Summary
Customers say this carbon steel frying pan delivers impressive nonstick performance right out of the box, with food sliding easily across the surface with minimal oil. Many reviews highlight how eggs cook without sticking and cleanup is remarkably simple. The lightweight design, quick heat response, and durable construction appeal to users seeking a long-lasting alternative to traditional coated nonstick pans. Several mention the deeper sidewalls make cooking more versatile, while a few note the pan requires proper preheating and seasoning maintenance. Overall, customers appreciate the balance of performance, durability, and ease of care.
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  • Larry B.
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    12" Carbon Nonstick™ Frying Pan
    I recommend this product
    Rated 5 out of 5 stars
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    Love this pan!

    This is the easiest pan to use. I've always struggled with having to properly season pans. I'm not a restaurant chef and I don't cook on the stove every day. When I do, I want the quickest, easiest way to fry without everything sticking. Especially eggs, which tend to stick badly even with oil or any other type of grease. I like to wash my pan and put it away after each use since I am not using it more than one or two days per week. Having the carbon nonstick frying pan has made this process effortless.

    Thank you!

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  • Kathleen J.
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    12" Deeper Carbon Nonstick™ Frying Pan
    I recommend this product
    Rated 5 out of 5 stars
    4 days ago
    Great Pan

    Easy to clean and it really is non stick! I like that it is light weight and deep. I am very happy with this purchase.

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  • Fred M.
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    12" Deeper Carbon Nonstick™ Frying Pan
    I recommend this product
    Rated 4 out of 5 stars
    5 days ago
    I need more practice with this

    Great idea with much potential. Happy that there are no dangerous chemicals. I just have to work with the pan to maximize the non-stick characteristic. Love the deeper option.

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  • Mary B. B.
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    I recommend this product
    Rated 5 out of 5 stars
    6 days ago
    Amazing pan

    Wanted a "nonstick" without the nonstick for eggs, etc. This pan fills all the needs of a nonstick pan and being free off all the bad stuff. Bought a few pans for my children with their promise to throw away their nonstick, they love them!

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  • Denise D.
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    I recommend this product
    Rated 4 out of 5 stars
    6 days ago
    nice sized pan

    So far this pan has lived up to my expectations. I have been having problems with eggs sticking to the bottom. It has cleaned very well. I am hoping that the more I use it, the sticking problem will get resolved.

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8-Inch + 12-Inch Deeper Carbon Nonstick Set

If you want a nonstick alternative without a synthetic coating, the Deeper Carbon Nonstick™ pan sets are built around a naturally nonstick, coating-free surface and higher side walls for more versatile everyday cooking. This page is the 8" + 12" set, but you can compare the other Deeper size pairings below to pick the combo that fits how you cook.

The 8" + 12" Deeper Carbon Nonstick™ set gives you a small pan for quick jobs plus a larger pan for dinner, while keeping the same core benefits across the line: a coating-free, non-toxic cooking surface and higher side walls (an update based on customer feedback). Those taller walls are especially helpful for splatter-free frying and for saucy dishes where you want more room to stir without sloshing over the rim.

Construction is designed to be more approachable than traditional carbon steel: Misen uses nitrided carbon steel for a naturally nonstick cooking surface, and adds an aluminum core for lighter weight than typical carbon steel or cast iron. The set is also described as ultra rust-resistant and “ready to cook on day one,” with no lengthy seasoning process required. If you want to see other sizes and formats in the same lineup, browse the carbon nonstick pans collection.

Day-to-day use is straightforward. These pans are safe to use with metal utensils, which can be a practical perk if you are replacing conventional coated nonstick. They are also induction compatible, and they are oven safe up to 1100°F, so finishing a dish in the oven is on the table when your recipe calls for it. If you are comparing silhouettes across your kitchen, Misen also groups similar shapes in frying pans and sautés, which can help you decide whether you want a deeper wall profile or a different pan type.

For care, the key rule is simple and explicit: hand wash only. If you want the brand’s exact guidance for cleaning and long-term upkeep, keep the Carbon Nonstick Care page bookmarked, since it is tailored to this specific surface. The purchase is also backed by practical policies listed on the page, including a 60-day test drive, free returns, and a lifetime warranty against defects.

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Frequently Asked Questions About Carbon Nonstick Frying Pan Sets

What does “coating-free” mean for this pan set?

This set is described as coating-free and non-toxic, positioning it as an alternative to traditional nonstick coatings. The naturally nonstick cooking surface comes from the pan material itself (nitrided carbon steel), rather than a applied nonstick layer.

What is different about the “Deeper” version?

The Deeper Carbon Nonstick pans have higher side walls, and the page notes this update was made based on customer feedback. The added height is intended for splatter-free frying and to give more room for saucy dishes and everyday cooking.

Do I need to season the pan before using it?

The product page states it is ready to cook on day one with no lengthy seasoning process. If you want detailed care steps specific to this line, use Misen’s Carbon Nonstick Care guidance rather than assuming standard carbon steel routines.

Can I use it on induction or in the oven?

Yes. The page lists the pans as induction compatible and oven safe up to 1100°F. That combination can be useful when you want a pan that moves from stovetop to oven without switching cookware.

How should I clean it?

Cleaning guidance on the page is clear: hand wash only. For best results and to follow the intended upkeep for this surface, refer to Misen’s Carbon Nonstick Care instructions, which are written specifically for this product line.