Tefal kitchenware and appliances

Tefal is a renowned French brand famous for inventing the non-stick cookware category. The name is a portmanteau of Teflon and Aluminium. Founded in 1956, it revolutionized the kitchen by introducing pans that prevented food from sticking.

Today, Tefal maintains a significant manufacturing presence in France, particularly for its high-end cookware lines, while small domestic appliances are often manufactured in various global locations including Asia and South America. Since 1968, Tefal has been a flagship brand of Groupe SEB, a world leader in small domestic equipment. The brand's ownership remains firmly French, with Groupe SEB overseeing its international distribution and innovation strategies.