Beyond Gourmet · Parchment Paper & Baking Liners
Beyond Gourmet Unbleached Cut Parch Paper Sheets
Lower concern for unbleached parchment, but ask the brand about coating type if PFAS matters to you.
Beyond Gourmet's unbleached parchment avoids legacy chlorine brighteners, a positive step. The brand still won't disclose what creates the water and grease barrier.
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Material
unbleached kraft paper (likely silicone or wax coating for water/grease barrier)
Brand disclosure
Brand is silent on PFAS
Lab data
No public lab test
What Beyond Gourmet Unbleached Cut Parch Paper is made of, ingredients and materials
Beyond Gourmet's unbleached cut parch sheets are kraft paper (wood pulp) coated with either silicone or food-grade wax to repel moisture and grease. Unbleached means it skips chlorine-based whitening, reducing exposure to dioxins and related byproducts common in bleached parchment. The coating is the critical layer, silicone is inert and heat-stable to ~450F; wax-based coatings show lower concern for degradation or transfer at very high temperatures. No public test data exists for this specific brand's coating formulation.
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.
Coating degradation at high heat
Silicone or wax coating may break down if exposed to sustained temperatures above 450F, potentially releasing small amounts of unidentified residue. No published degradation profile exists for this specific product.
Silicone or wax leaching into food
Food-grade silicone and wax are non-toxic at typical baking temperatures, but coating transfer increases with moisture, acidity, and heat. No data specific to Beyond Gourmet batches.
Bacterial or mold growth if stored damp
Kraft paper absorbs moisture; sheets stored in humid conditions may develop microbial growth before use. This is a storage hazard, not a manufacturing defect.
What’s reassuring
Bleach residues (chlorine dioxins)
Unbleached formulation eliminates this hazard class entirely. Bleached parchment carries higher risk of trace dioxin retention; this product avoids that pathway.
Formaldehyde / VOCs
Parchment paper typically does not use formaldehyde-releasing resins or high-VOC adhesives. No recalls or complaints on record for this brand.
Source, ATSDR ↗The full breakdown
The brand's record and disclosure
Beyond Gourmet does not publicly disclose coating type, PFAS use, or third-party testing results for this product. The brand has no established history of chemical recalls or safety controversies in the parchment category. Lack of transparency on PFAS is notable but consistent with most parchment manufacturers, who rarely volunteer this detail. No certifications (e.g., FDA compliance statements, organic, or non-toxic seals) are prominently advertised.
How it compares in its category
Unbleached parchment inherently carries lower chemical risk than bleached alternatives, which may retain chlorine residues. This product sits in the mainstream retail tier, safer than unlabeled bulk parchment but less transparent than premium brands (e.g., If You Care) that explicitly state coating type and test for PFAS. Cost and availability favor this option for routine baking; specialty brands offer more disclosure if that is your priority.
If you buy it
Use sheets up to 420F for routine baking; avoid direct contact with open flame or broiler settings above 450F where coating may degrade. Do not reuse sheets if coating shows visible wear, discoloration, or scorching. Store in a cool, dry place away from direct sunlight to prevent wax softening or silicone breakdown. Replace every 12-18 months or sooner if creasing appears permanent or surface becomes tacky.
What we don’t know
- Basis
- Model estimate, 72% confidence, not a lab result
- Lab test
- None on record for this exact product
- Brand statement
- Beyond Gourmet has made none
Formulations change between production runs, so check the current label. How we grade.
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