König specialty cast iron cookware is pre-seasoned and coated with natural non-stick ingredient. The coating is chemical free and safe to use with different types of heat sources. The handle is casted in one piece with the body so it is qualified to work with you on the stove and in the oven safely With its exceptional heat retention ability, heated cast iron cookware can cook several inches of food above its surface. Now you know why chicken, pan roasted in cast iron cookware, gets evenly cooked. You can rest assure that the non-stick property of cast iron cookware improves with age and frequent use since the non-stick coating is made of natural ingredient. We encourage you to use your König to create meals and special memories of your own.