Circulon is a revolutionary brand that continues to expand the boundaries of the kitchen through over 25 years of culinary innovations. Introduced in 1985 as the first hard-anodized nonstick cookware, Circulon promotes a healthy lifestyle by delivering high performance food release without the need for oils and fats, while its patented system of raised circles enhance nonstick durability. In addition, this unique cooking surface protects three layers of top quality DuPont Autograph® nonstick by reducing surface abrasion from cooking utensils, guaranteeing long lasting nonstick that won't scratch, stain or chip.