Fabri-Kal · Disposable Food Containers
Fabri-Kal Recycleware Round Deli Container 4.6" Diameter x h
Lower concern, standard deli container with no known PFAS use.
Fabri-Kal deli containers are polypropylene without documented PFAS treatment. No brand PFAS disclosure appears, though PP base material carries lower inherent risk than Teflon-family coating coatings.
We flunk more products than we pass. This one earned its grade. How we grade
Material
polypropylene (PP) plastic
Brand disclosure
Brand is silent on PFAS
Lab data
No public lab test
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What Fabri-Kal Recycleware Round Deli h is made of, ingredients and materials
This container is polypropylene (PP), a thermoplastic polymer assigned FDA Food Contact Substance (FCS) status, meaning it has undergone safety review for food contact. PP does not naturally contain BPA, BPS, or phthalates as structural components. The rigid construction suggests it is injection-molded PP without plasticizers, making it chemically simpler than flexible plastics. Polypropylene's main vulnerability is heat-induced leaching, which occurs above 160°C (320°F), well beyond typical food-storage conditions.
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.
Microplastics
Repeated microwaving or contact with solvents (oils, alcohol, acidic foods) can cause PP to fragment over time, especially at stress points. This risk is low under normal use but increases with age and thermal cycling. No data exists for this specific container's degradation timeline.
Source, EPA ↗Oligomer or additive leaching at elevated temperature
PP typically contains processing aids and stabilizers (e.g., antioxidants, UV absorbers) in small amounts. These can migrate into food when exposed to heat above 160°C or prolonged contact with fatty foods. Risk is negligible for cold storage and room-temperature use.
Degradation from repeated washing and mechanical stress
Dishwasher use and stacking pressure can cause crazing (fine cracks) in polypropylene, which weakens structural integrity and may trap bacteria or food residue. This is a physical durability issue rather than a chemical hazard.
What’s reassuring
Base material not linked to PFAS
The main material recorded for this product is not one associated with PFAS.
BPA & bisphenols
Polypropylene does not require BPA or phthalates as components. FDA-approved PP food-contact formulations do not contain these compounds at intentional levels. No contamination incidents reported for this brand or product type.
Source, FDA ↗Contamination during manufacturing
No recalls or contamination events are on record for Fabri-Kal polypropylene containers. Manufacturing standards for food-contact plastics in the U.S. are regulated by FDA and generally reliable for commodity products.
How is this PFAS grade calculated?
The brand's record and disclosure
Fabri-Kal is a U.S. manufacturer owned by Berry Global, a large packaging conglomerate. The company does not publish detailed chemical disclosure statements or sustainability certifications on this product line. No recalls, safety violations, or contamination incidents are on record for Fabri-Kal polypropylene deli containers. The brand's silence on PFAS and other chemical additives is typical for commodity food-contact plastics but does not indicate presence of hazards, only lack of transparency.
How it compares in its category
Polypropylene deli containers are the industry standard and generally pose lower chemical risk than PET (polyethylene terephthalate) or vinyl alternatives. They are more heat-stable than PVC and do not require the phthalate plasticizers that older flexible food wraps do. Glass or stainless-steel alternatives offer zero leaching risk but higher cost and breakage. This product has lower concern than legacy plastics for single-use food storage, though inert materials present a different risk profile.
If you buy it
Do not microwave these containers; PP softens at 160°C and may warp or leach oligomers into hot food. Use only for cold or room-temperature foods and beverages. Inspect for cracks or cloudiness before reuse; damaged plastic increases leaching risk. Wash by hand or in the dishwasher's cool cycle and dry promptly to prevent moisture-trapped degradation. Replace annually or after visible wear; do not reuse for non-food storage where temperature or chemical exposure is uncontrolled.
What is not known about PFAS in this product?
- Basis
- Model estimate, 72% confidence, not a lab result
- Lab test
- None on record for this exact product
- Brand statement
- Fabri-Kal has made none
Formulations change between production runs, so check the current label. How we grade.
What are the PFAS-free alternatives to Fabri-Kal Recycleware Round Deli Container 4.6" Diameter x h?
Eco-Products
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- Compostable resin (PLA/PBAT blend, plant-based)
- A third party reports verifying it as PFAS-free
- Thermal degradation and chemical release at use temperatures
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