De Buyer Inocuivre Copper Frypan with Brass Handle 20cm

The De Buyer Inocuivre 20cm round frypan is a traditional copper cooking pan made to professional kitchen standards. Constructed predominantly from copper with a tin lining, it is designed for chefs who require precise, responsive heat control — particularly for tasks such as sautéing, reducing sauces, and finishing dishes where temperature sensitivity matters.

Copper conducts heat far more efficiently than stainless steel or aluminium, which means the pan responds quickly to changes at the burner. In a busy service environment, this translates to faster heat-up, more even distribution across the base and sides, and a reduced risk of hot spots that can scorch delicate preparations. At 910g, the pan sits at a practical weight for everyday service use without feeling unwieldy in the hand.

The brass handle is riveted for durability and stays cooler than the pan body during hob use, though appropriate care should always be taken when moving the pan from oven to pass. Its appearance also lends itself well to oven-to-table or counter presentation in establishments where front-of-house service is part of the experience.

• Highly responsive to burner adjustments — well suited to sauce work and delicate cookery
• Even heat distribution reduces the risk of scorching during busy service
• Brass handle provides a secure, chef-friendly grip
• Suitable for gas and electric hob use, and oven finishing
• Compatible with most heat sources — not suitable for induction

This is a 20cm pan, appropriate for single portions or small-batch preparations. It is not intended for high-volume batch cooking; operators with greater throughput requirements may find a larger or heavier-gauge pan from the same range more suitable. The tin lining requires some care — avoid very high dry heat and use of metal utensils to preserve the cooking surface over time.

This pan suits professional kitchens where copper cookware is part of the working kit — from independent restaurants to hotel kitchens that value precise heat control and presentation quality. If you are considering copper cookware as part of a broader batterie de cuisine or have questions about suitability for your kitchen setup, the team is happy to help you work through the options.