Glad · Grease-Resistant Deli & Butcher Paper
Brand Buzz Glad Parchment Paper - Single Pack
Coating chemistry not stated. Water-repellent treatment on record.
Glad parchment paper has a grease-resistant coating with chemistry not disclosed. The brand has no PFAS statement on record. Water-repellent treatments have historically used PFAS.
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IDL Packaging
Idl Packaging White Butcher Paper 18" x 12000" Natural Butcher Paper Roll for Meat and Fish
95/100 safety
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Material
cellulose paper with 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.
Coating degradation and migration
The undisclosed grease-resistant coating may break down or migrate into food when heated above 400°F or in contact with oils and acidic substances. No test data on Glad Parchment specifically is publicly available, but coating integrity is a known variable in parchment products.
Thermal stability of unidentified resin
Without disclosure of the coating type (silicone, wax, synthetic resin, or other), the breakdown temperature and byproducts at high heat cannot be assessed. Standard parchment is stable to 420°F; exceeding this range raises risk of fume release or particle shedding.
What’s reassuring
Microplastic or particle shedding
No reports of visible peeling, flaking, or particle contamination from Glad Parchment Paper are on record. Degraded coatings can theoretically shed, but this is not a documented issue for this brand or product line.
Bleaching agents or chlorine residue
Cellulose paper is typically bleached during manufacture. Glad does not disclose bleaching method or residue limits. Chlorine-based bleach residues are not a known concern for food-contact parchment in the US market, but unbleached alternatives exist for consumers seeking to avoid this step.
The full breakdown
What it's made of and why it matters
Glad Parchment Paper is cellulose (plant fiber) with a grease-resistant surface coating applied to repel oils and fats. The coating chemistry is not stated on the product or Glad's public materials, which means the specific resin, wax, or silicone type is unknown. Cellulose itself is inert and food-safe; the risk profile depends entirely on what the coating is and whether it migrates into food under heat or moisture.
The brand's record and disclosure
Glad does not publicly disclose the composition of the grease-resistant coating on this product. The brand has not published statements on PFAS use, elimination timelines, or third-party certifications for parchment products. Glad's parent company (The Clorox Company) has faced litigation over PFAS in other consumer products but has not announced phase-outs or reformulation of parchment lines. No recalls or safety warnings specific to Glad Parchment Paper are on public record.
How it compares in its category
Most parchment papers on the market (including Glad) use proprietary coating treatments; full transparency is rare across the category. Some brands (e.g., If You Care) certify that their parchment is PFOA/PFAS-free and use silicone or plant-based coatings, though at higher cost. Glad positions itself as a mass-market option with minimal disclosure, placing it in the middle-to-lower range for ingredient transparency compared to premium or certified alternatives.
If you buy it
Use at temperatures below 420°F (the typical safe range for most parchment coatings) to minimize coating breakdown and potential migration. Do not reuse sheets multiple times; replace after each baking session. Avoid prolonged contact with acidic foods (citrus, vinegar, tomato), which can accelerate coating degradation. Store in a cool, dry place away from direct sunlight to prevent degradation before use.
What we don’t know
- Basis
- Model estimate, 45% confidence, not a lab result
- Lab test
- None on record for this exact product
- Brand statement
- Glad 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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