Glad · Grease-Resistant Butcher & Deli Paper
GLAD Parchment Paper Baking Sheet
Lower concern, but verify ingredient sourcing with brand directly.
Parchment paper typically uses silicone coatings rather than PFAS, but Glad does not publicly disclose treatment specifics. Contacting the brand directly is recommended for complete assurance.
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
Silicone-coated parchment paper
Brand disclosure
Brand is silent on PFAS
Lab data
No public lab test
You may also be interested in
Top-graded picks in the categories readers replace first, every one scored on the same rubric.
- polypropylene filter housing, carbon/sediment cartridge
- We found no PFAS statement from the brand
- Bacterial growth in spent cartridges
3 hazards checked on this product, all on its full breakdown.
Aquasure
Premier Series 75 GPD Under Sink Reverse Osmosis Water Filtration System
- RO membrane, carbon filters, stainless steel housing
- We found no PFAS statement from the brand
- Bacterial and microbial growth in housing and filters
4 hazards checked on this product, all on its full breakdown.
Avocado
Vegan Mattress
- organic cotton, natural latex, coconut coir, recycled steel coils
- The brand calls it PFAS-free, which we have not verified
- Heavy metals
2 hazards checked on this product, all on its full breakdown.
What GLAD Parchment Paper Baking Sheet is made of, ingredients and materials
GLAD Parchment Paper Baking Sheets are cellulose-based paper coated with food-grade silicone. Silicone is a synthetic polymer that doesn't leach reactive compounds like BPA or phthalates under normal baking conditions. The cellulose substrate is chemically inert. Unlike plastic food wraps or coated cookware, silicone-coated parchment is designed for single-use or limited reuse and doesn't require non-stick coatings like Teflon-type coating (Teflon).
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 microparticle shedding
Repeated creasing, tearing, or high-temperature exposure may compromise the silicone layer, potentially releasing cellulose fibers. Risk is low with single or few-use parchment; higher with prolonged reuse beyond manufacturer intent.
PFAS
Silicone coatings may be formulated with fluorinated compounds or applied using PFAS-containing processing aids. Glad has not disclosed coating sourcing; independent testing not readily available for this product.
Source, ATSDR ↗What’s reassuring
Silicone leaching under heat
Food-grade silicone is thermally stable to 400+°F and does not leach reactive monomers or oligomers into food under normal baking. No documented incidents or regulatory concerns for silicone-coated parchment used as directed.
Bleach residue or processing chemicals
Parchment paper is traditionally chlorine-bleached; Glad does not specify if ECF (elementally chlorine-free) or TCF (totally chlorine-free) processing is used. No regulatory violations or documented residue concerns on record for this brand.
BPA & bisphenols
Silicone-coated parchment does not use plastic-based adhesives; no BPA or phthalate exposure pathway identified. Silicone itself contains no plasticizers.
Source, FDA ↗How is this PFAS grade calculated?
The brand's record and disclosure
Glad is owned by Clorox and has not published detailed ingredient sourcing or public statements on PFAS use in parchment products. No major recalls or contamination incidents on record for this product line. The brand provides basic FDA compliance claims but does not offer third-party certifications (e.g., GreenGuard, NSF) specific to parchment sheets. Transparency on coating source and processing is limited compared to specialty parchment brands.
How it compares in its category
Silicone-coated parchment presents lower concern than plastic food wrap (PVC, polyethylene with possible additives) and has a comparable hazard profile to uncoated parchment. It offers better non-stick performance than uncoated parchment without Teflon-type coating risks. More affordable than premium brands (If You Care, Naturepedic) that market PFAS-free sourcing, but lacks their transparency. Standard for mass-market baking; functionally equivalent to competitors like Reynolds.
If you buy it
Use within recommended oven temperature range (typically up to 420°F; check package). Replace sheets if visibly torn, creased excessively, or discolored, as coating integrity may degrade. Do not reuse excessively; product is designed for 1-3 uses. Store in a cool, dry place away from direct sunlight to prevent adhesive separation. Not suitable for direct flame or broiler use. If PFAS concern is primary driver, contact Glad or Clorox for silicone coating sourcing; consider PFAS-tested alternatives if available.
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
- Glad has made none
Formulations change between production runs, so check the current label. How we grade.
What are the PFAS-free alternatives to GLAD Parchment Paper Baking Sheet?
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
- 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, all on its full breakdown.
- 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.