· Grease-Resistant Deli & Butcher Paper
Greaseproof Deli Paper
Skip. Greaseproof coatings typically contain PFAS without disclosure.
Albertsons greaseproof deli paper probably has a grease-resistant coating but doesn't say if PFAS are involved. Most greaseproof food papers contain PFOA or similar forever chemicals.
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IDL Packaging
Idl Packaging White Butcher Paper 18" x Natural Butcher Paper Roll for Meat and Fish
95/100 safety
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Material
Paper with unspecified grease-resistant coating
Brand disclosure
Brand is silent on PFAS
Lab data
No public lab test
What’s concerning
Category baseline
The starting point for this type of product, before anything specific to this product is counted.
No PFAS disclosure
No public statement from the brand about PFAS in this product.
Waterproof / stain-resistant treatment
Water-repellent coating treatments have historically used PFAS.
PFAS
If the coating contains silicones, waxes, or plasticizers instead of PFAS, migration into fatty or hot foods remains possible. Albertsons does not specify which alternative was used, so risk cannot be ruled out.
Source, ATSDR ↗Microplastics
Repeated creasing, heating, or contact with oils can degrade polymer or wax coatings, potentially shedding particulates into food. No studies specific to Albertsons product exist, but this is a known concern for single-use coated papers.
Source, EPA ↗What’s reassuring
Ink or dye contamination (if printed)
If packaging includes printed branding or date codes, food-contact inks must meet FDA standards. No public recalls or complaints specific to Albertsons deli paper are on record, but lack of disclosure on ink composition is typical for this category.
Bleach residues in paper substrate
Most commercial deli papers use chlorine-bleached kraft or virgin fiber. Residual chlorine or dioxins are regulated by FDA but not disclosed per product. No specific hazard is established for Albertsons brand.
The full breakdown
What it's made of and why it matters
Albertsons greaseproof deli paper is paper substrate with an unspecified grease-resistant coating. The coating's chemistry is not disclosed on packaging or via public Albertsons documentation. Greaseproof coatings typically rely on fluorinated compounds (PFAS) or older wax/silicone formulations; without disclosure, the specific hazard profile cannot be determined. This opacity is the core safety problem, you cannot know what is contacting your food.
The brand's record and disclosure
Albertsons does not publicly disclose the composition of grease-resistant coatings on its private-label food-contact papers. No certifications (e.g., PFOA-free statements, compostability standards) are mentioned on product packaging or brand websites reviewed. Industry pressure on PFAS in food contact has increased; Albertsons' silence suggests either legacy formulations or intentional non-disclosure. This contrasts with some competitors who now explicitly label PFAS-free alternatives.
How it compares in its category
Many grocery store greaseproof papers remain unspecified on PFAS content. Some premium brands (e.g., If You Care, Unbleached) now explicitly state PFAS-free formulations using silicone or plant-based alternatives. Albertsons' lack of labeling places it in the higher-risk tier of the category. Parchment paper and silicone-coated baking sheets offer transparent alternatives for similar uses, with some linked to lower PFAS concern.
If you buy it
Do not use with hot or oily foods; migration risk increases with temperature and fat content. Avoid direct contact with acidic foods (citrus, vinegar) which can degrade coatings. Replace sheets after visible wear or discoloration. Consider switching to certified PFAS-free greaseproof paper (widely available) or parchment alternatives if food contact is frequent.
What we don’t know
- Basis
- Model estimate, 35% confidence, not a lab result
- Lab test
- None on record for this exact product
- Brand statement
- has made none
Formulations change between production runs, so check the current label. How we grade.
Better-graded alternatives in Grease-Resistant Deli & Butcher Paper
IDL Packaging
White Butcher Paper 18" x Natural Butcher Paper Roll for Meat and Fish
bleached paper, uncoated
Mold or microbial growth during storage
Limited concern
Brand PFAS statement on record, which we have not verified.
⚠Starting grade for this product type
IDL Packaging
White Butcher Paper 18" x 12000" Natural Butcher Paper Roll for Meat and Fish
bleached kraft paper, no specified coating
Ink or printing residue (if printed side contacts food)
Limited concern
Mold or microbial growth during storage
Limited concern
Brand PFAS statement on record, which we have not verified.
⚠Starting grade for this product type
If You Care
Parchment Baking Sheets
unbleached parchment paper, silicone coating
Silicone coating degradation under heat stress
Limited concern
Mold or microbial growth if stored damp
Limited concern
Brand no-added-PFAS claim and a 2021 lab result with no fluorine detected.
✓Lab test found no PFAS
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