EXTREME NONSTICK THAT WON'T SCRATCH. EVER. From the inventors of hard-anodized nonstick cookware comes the Circulon A1 Series with Scratch Defense Technology. Open up a new dimension in scratch resistance and unbeatable nonstick performance and longevity with ground-breaking Scratch Defense nonstick technology crafted with durable aerospace-grade materials to create a thicker and harder surface than ordinary nonstick and eliminate scratching, sticking, and flaking with our most advanced nonstick yet. Cook with complete confidence using these dishwasher safe pots and pans with a triple-layer nonstick cooking surface that lasts 130X longer than the competition and stands up to laboratory tests simulating 200-plus years of daily wear and tear. This set of kitchen essentials includes a 2 qt. saucepan with a straining lid and pour spouts, a 3 qt. saute pan with a lid, a 6 qt. stockpot with a lid, and 8.5 in. and 10 in. frying pans. These performance-primed and feature-forward pots and pans are dishwasher safe, oven safe to 400° F, and built with an aluminum core for fast, all-over heat delivery and a thick, induction-suitable stainless steel base to boost durability and heat retention. Pioneering technology. Extreme durability. Flawless performance. The Circulon A1 Series with Scratch Defense Technology is complete toughness, re-engineered for total cooking confidence. Color: Graphite.