Reynolds · Grease-Resistant Butcher & Deli Paper
Reynolds 75 Sq. Ft. Freezer Paper
Avoid for PFAS certainty. Standard freezer paper uses waterproofing of unknown type.
Freezer paper typically uses water-resistant coatings to prevent moisture transfer. Brands rarely confirm whether coatings are PFAS-based or PFAS-free alternatives.
The better-graded swap
IDL Packaging
Idl Packaging White Butcher Paper 18" x 12000" Natural Butcher Paper Roll for Meat and Fish
95/100 safety
Same rubric that flunked this product. The swap earned Excellent.
Still want this one anyway? Check the price on Amazon. We’d swap it.
Material
Paper with moisture-resistant coating (likely silicone or wax)
Lab data
No public lab test
What Reynolds 75 Sq. Ft. Freezer Paper is made of, ingredients and materials
Reynolds and store-brand freezer paper consists of kraft paper laminated with a moisture-resistant coating, typically silicone or food-grade wax, designed to prevent freezer burn and moisture transfer. The coating is the critical component, silicone-based coatings are inert and stable at freezing temperatures, while wax coatings show lower concern for degradation but can degrade if exposed to direct heat. Store-brand versions rarely disclose the exact coating chemistry on packaging, making it difficult to assess long-term migration risk under variable 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.
Waterproof / stain-resistant treatment
Water-repellent coating treatments have historically used PFAS.
Coating migration (silicone or wax leachables)
Without manufacturer disclosure of coating type and formulation, migration of low-molecular-weight compounds into fatty or acidic frozen foods cannot be ruled out, particularly after prolonged storage or temperature fluctuations.
PFAS
Freezer paper's moisture-resistant function is often achieved with PFAS-containing coatings; store-brand products do not confirm or deny PFAS use, and independent testing of common brands is sparse.
Source, ATSDR ↗Heat stability of coating
Silicone and wax coatings can degrade or off-gas if exposed to oven heat; this is not a freezing concern but a misuse risk if paper is accidentally used in cooking.
What’s reassuring
Microparticles from degraded coating
No recalls or reports document coating flaking into food under normal freezer use; however, mechanical damage or extreme age could theoretically cause particles to shed.
BPA & bisphenols
Food-contact paper coatings are not routinely tested for BPA/BPS by manufacturers; modern formulations are less likely to contain these, but confirmation is absent for generic store brands.
Source, FDA ↗The full breakdown
The brand's record and disclosure
Store-brand freezer paper (Kroger, Safeway, etc.) typically provides minimal material transparency beyond 'moisture-resistant coating.' No major recalls or health warnings are on record for generic freezer paper products in the United States. Manufacturers do not routinely publish third-party testing for BPA or phthalates in food-contact coatings, and PFAS status is either unstated or assumed to be present given the waterproofing function.
How it compares in its category
Freezer paper occupies a middle ground in food storage, lower concern than uncoated kraft paper (which absorbs moisture) but less documented than dedicated plastic wrap or glass storage. Brand-name freezer papers (Reynolds, Benex) sometimes publish slightly more detail on coating composition, though actual safety data remains limited. Parchment paper and butcher paper are alternatives, though not all are freezer-optimized.
If you buy it
Use freezer paper only for freezing and cold storage; do not heat it in an oven or microwave, as coating stability at high temperatures is not guaranteed. Wrap frozen items tightly to minimize air contact and ensure the coating faces the food side. Replace paper if coating shows visible cracking, peeling, or discoloration. Store rolls in a cool, dry place away from direct sunlight to prevent coating degradation before use.
What we don’t know
- Basis
- Model estimate, 55% confidence, not a lab result
- Lab test
- None on record for this exact product
- Brand statement
- Reynolds has made a specific claim
Formulations change between production runs, so check the current label. How we grade.
Better-graded alternatives in Grease-Resistant Butcher & Deli Paper
IDL Packaging
White Butcher Paper 18" x 12000" Natural Butcher Paper Roll for Meat and Fish
- unbleached natural kraft paper
- The brand calls it PFAS-free, which we have not verified
- Mold or microbial growth
If You Care
Parchment Baking Sheets
- unbleached parchment paper, silicone coating
- The brand calls it PFAS-free, which we have not verified
- Silicone coating degradation under heat stress
2 hazards checked on this product. See all of them.
If You Care
Parchment Baking Paper
- Silicone-coated parchment paper
- The brand calls it PFAS-free, which we have not verified
- Silicone coating degradation at high heat
More grease-resistant butcher & deli paper grades
How we score, every product runs through the same public 0-100 rubric based on materials, coatings, brand disclosure, lab findings, and recalls. See the full methodology → Spotted a mistake? Report an error.