OXO · Parchment Paper & Baking Liners
OXO Good Grips Silicone Baking Mat
Lower PFAS concern in food-grade silicone material class.
OXO's silicone mat uses food-grade silicone that does not require Teflon-family coating nonstick treatments. The material chemistry itself resists PFAS use.
The better-graded swap
If You Care
If You Care Baking Paper, Parchment, 70 Square Feet
90/100 safety
Same rubric that flunked this product. The swap earned Excellent.
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Material
Food-grade silicone
Lab data
No public lab test
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What OXO Good Grips Silicone Baking Mat is made of, ingredients and materials
OXO Good Grips Silicone Baking Mats are made from food-grade silicone, a synthetic rubber polymer that does not contain BPA, phthalates, or PVC. Silicone is chemically inert at typical baking temperatures (up to 400-450°F depending on product specifications) and does not leach monomers or plasticizers into food the way some plastics do. The material is reusable and designed to replace single-use parchment paper, reducing the need for papers that may carry their own processing residues or coating concerns.
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.
Silicone degradation and particle shedding
While food-grade silicone is designed to resist breakdown, prolonged exposure to high heat, oils, or mechanical wear may cause microscopic particles to enter food. This is not widely reported for OXO mats specifically, but remains a theoretical concern for any silicone product used repeatedly at or near its temperature limit.
Surface staining and residue absorption
Silicone can absorb odors, oils, and stains over time, particularly from tomato-based or spiced foods. While this is a cosmetic and functional issue rather than a toxicological hazard, persistent staining may indicate surface degradation and suggest replacement.
What’s reassuring
Base material not linked to PFAS
The main material recorded for this product is not one associated with PFAS.
Additives and processing residues in silicone formulation
Food-grade silicone formulations may contain proprietary additives (colorants, thickeners, stabilizers) that OXO does not publicly disclose. No specific contaminants or hazardous additives have been identified in OXO silicone mats, but full ingredient transparency is not standard practice in this product category.
Teflon-type coating or Teflon-family coating coatings
Silicone baking mats do not typically contain Teflon-type coating or non-stick Teflon-family coating coatings; the silicone itself is the non-stick surface. OXO's silicone mats are not documented to use Teflon-type coating, eliminating fume risk associated with overheated Teflon-type coating cookware.
BPA & bisphenols
Food-grade silicone does not contain phthalates (which are plasticizer chemicals in PVC and some plastics) or BPA by formulation. OXO markets this product as BPA-free, and the material class itself does not require these compounds.
Source, FDA ↗How is this PFAS grade calculated?
The brand's record and disclosure
OXO is owned by Helen of Troy Limited and maintains a general commitment to food-safe materials in kitchenware, though the company does not publish comprehensive PFAS or chemical disclosure statements. No recalls or safety controversies specific to OXO silicone baking mats have been established in public records. The product typically carries FDA food-contact certification or equivalent markings, indicating compliance with baseline food safety standards, though proactive third-party testing or transparency on proprietary additives in the silicone is not documented.
How it compares in its category
Silicone baking mats represent a middle ground between parchment paper (single-use, potential coating residues) and bare pan use (sticking risk). Unlike parchment, silicone does not require replacement and avoids bleaching or coating chemicals. Compared to non-stick ceramic or Teflon-type coating-coated cookware, silicone mats have no hazard of this kind on record for fume inhalation risk and avoid the degradation concerns of worn coatings, making them lower concern for most home bakers.
If you buy it
Store the mat flat or rolled loosely to avoid permanent creases that may compromise its surface. Wash by hand or in the dishwasher; avoid sharp utensils that can puncture or cut the silicone. Verify the product's heat rating (typically 400-450°F maximum) before use; do not use above that range or directly over an open flame. Replace if the surface becomes sticky, discolored, or shows visible tears, which signal degradation; well-maintained mats typically last 3-5 years with regular use.
What is not known about PFAS in this product?
- Basis
- Model estimate, 82% confidence, not a lab result
- Lab test
- None on record for this exact product
- Brand statement
- OXO has made a specific claim
Formulations change between production runs, so check the current label. How we grade.
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