Spatula

A spatula is a broad, flat, flexible blade used to mix, spread and lift material 1 including foods, drugs, plaster and paints. In medical applications, "spatula" may also be used synonymously with tongue depressor.

Via: Throw Out Your Black Plastic Spatula - https://www.theatlantic.com/health/archive/2024/10/black-plastic-spatula-flame-retardants/680452/ - It’s probably leaching chemicals into your cooking oil.