Supplied to professional kitchens and great for yours. This stainless steel stock pot is ideal for soups, pastas, stocks, bulk vegetables and seafood. Commercial grade with brushed exterior and interior. Heavy-duty 3-ply bottom consists of two layers of stainless steel that surround a 5mm aluminum core for even heat distribution and durability. 18/8 stainless steel. NSF Certified. Induction ready. (Includes Lid)This results in extra strength and allows for superior heat distribution. NSF certified. Lid included.What does NSF listed mean? NSF listed means that this item and the manufacturing facility it came from was tested and approved by the independent testing company called NSF - National Sanitation Foundation to be safe for commercial use. Many restaurants adhere to using NSF listed cookware in their commercial kitchens. NSF listed. (www.nsf.org) The NSF Mark can be found on millions of consumer, commercial, and industrial products today. Products evaluated and certified by NSF International include bottled water, food equipment, home water treatment products, home appliances, plumbing and faucets, and even pool and spa components.No other independent testing programs require companies to comply with the strict standards imposed by NSF and its product certification programs. From extensive product testing and material analyses to unannounced plant inspections, NSF is the only third-party testing organization to undertake a complete evaluation of every aspect of a product"s development before it can earn our certification.Please feel free to do a search in our store for a range of other NSF certified cookware.