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Born in France. Loved Worldwide.

Celebrating 70 Years of Tefal

For 70 years, Tefal has been transforming everyday moments through innovation, helping millions of households cook, care and live more comfortably. Since the launch of the world's first non-stick frying pan in 1956, Tefal has remained committed to one simple mission: making everyday life easier.

Today, as we celebrate our 70th anniversary, we look back with pride on a remarkable journey of ingenuity, passion and trust and forward to an exciting future of innovation.


Then and Now

Each generation of cookware has built on the last, introducing new innovations designed to help people cook with greater confidence every day. Today, that legacy continues with Tefal Excellence+ cookware featuring FusionCore technology for an unbreakable, scratchproof non-stick coating.

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Key Moments in Tefal History


1956

The invention of the non-stick pan

Marc Grégoire discovered a material with non-stick properties and developed an innovative method for bonding it to an aluminum disc.

A conversation with his wife over a pot of boiling milk, then sparked the idea of ​​applying the non-stick properties of this material to cookware. A steak could now be grilled without sticking, and the pan could be cleaned in a flash. Thus, the first non-stick pan was born.

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1996

Launch of Ingenio

Tefal reinvented cookware storage and versatility with Ingenio, introducing its iconic removable handle system that allows cookware to stack and move seamlessly from hob to oven to table.

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2000

Introduction of Thermo-Signal

Tefal introduced its signature heat indicator technology, helping home cooks know exactly when the pan has reached the ideal cooking temperature.

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2006

ActiFry

Expanding beyond cookware, Tefal invented the hot air fryer with the launch of ActiFry, introducing a new approach to healthier cooking that delivered crispy, delicious results with little or no oil.

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2012

Freemove cordless steam iron

Showcasing Tefal's innovation beyond the kitchen, Freemove brought greater freedom and convenience to garment care with cordless ironing technology.

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2026

FusionCore Technology

The latest chapter in Tefal cookware innovation. Tefal's Excellence+ range featuring FusionCore technology represents Tefal's most durable non-stick cookware yet with an unbreakable, scratchproof coating.

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Moments in Time

These vintage posters celebrate the invention that changed cooking forever: the world's first non-stick frying pan. Featuring Tefal's iconic "n'attache jamais" ("never sticks") message, they capture the beginning of a cookware revolution that continues 70 years later through innovations designed to make everyday cooking easier.


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French Craftsmanship

While Tefal has grown into a global brand, France remains an important part of its cookware heritage. Many Tefal products continue to be manufactured in France, drawing on decades of expertise in design, engineering and production.

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Looking Ahead

While much has changed since 1956, our commitment remains the same: creating practical innovations that improve everyday life.

As we enter our eighth decade, Tefal continues to invest in smarter, more sustainable and more connected solutions for the modern home. From advanced cooking technology to innovative home-care products, the future is filled with new possibilities.

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