· Grease-Resistant Butcher & Deli Paper
Choice 30'' x 700' 40 lb. White Butcher Paper Roll
Uncoated paper unlikely to contain PFAS.
Standard butcher paper with no mention of grease-resistant coating or PFAS treatment. Uncoated kraft paper has minimal PFAS risk.
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Material
bleached kraft paper, no stated 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.
Wet strength chemical additives (starch, alum, or synthetic binders)
Commercial butcher paper may contain minor amounts of starch-based or synthetic wet-strength agents to improve durability when damp. These are food-safe at typical migration levels, but no specific composition is disclosed on this product label; International Paper does not publish additive lists for retail SKUs.
Mold, bacterial growth, or contamination in storage
Paper is a hygroscopic material and absorbs moisture readily. If stored in humid or warm conditions, mold spores can colonize the roll surface before use. This is a biological risk, not a chemical one, and is prevented by dry storage and prompt use.
What’s reassuring
Base material not linked to PFAS
The main material recorded for this product is not one associated with PFAS.
Bleach residues or chlorine-based byproducts
Bleached kraft paper used for food contact is subject to FDA rinse-down and residue limits under 21 CFR 176.180. No documented migration of chlorine compounds or dioxins from food-grade butcher paper into food has been reported in peer-reviewed or regulatory literature.
Microplastic or fiber fragmentation upon degradation
Kraft paper is 100% cellulose-based and biodegradable; it does not fragment into microplastics when torn or aged. Short fibers may shed from the roll surface, but these are organic plant material, not synthetic polymers, and pose no chemical toxicity.
Heavy metals
This is a white, unprinted roll with minimal labeling. The white color is achieved through bleaching, not pigment additives. No inks, dyes, or heavy-metal-containing colorants are used on the product surface in contact with food.
Source, FDA ↗The full breakdown
What it's made of and why it matters
This is bleached kraft paper, a mechanically strong cellulose product made by pulping wood chips and bleaching with chlorine-based or oxygen-based agents. No plastic coating, wax layer, or chemical treatment is stated on the product specs, meaning direct fiber-to-food contact carries low leaching risk. Bleaching residues (chlorine dioxide, hydrogen peroxide byproducts) are heavily regulated and rinse away during manufacturing; food-grade kraft paper must meet FDA CFR 176.180 standards for direct food contact.
The brand's record and disclosure
International Paper is a major pulp and paper conglomerate with ISO 9001 quality certification and established food-packaging lines. The company maintains public sustainability reporting but has not issued specific PFAS-free commitments for all product lines. No recalls or chemical safety controversies specific to their butcher paper rolls are on record in FDA or CPSC databases. Their silence on PFAS is not unusual for uncoated kraft; industry-wide, uncoated papers are considered lower-risk vectors.
How it compares in its category
Uncoated kraft butcher paper is the industry standard for food wrapping and carries fewer chemical concerns than coated parchment, silicone-lined papers, or plastic-laminated alternatives. Competitor products (Sysco, Uline house brands) are chemically similar; the distinction lies mainly in bleach method (chlorine vs. oxygen). This product's 40 lb weight is mid-range durability; heavier rolls offer better grease barrier but identical chemical safety profiles.
If you buy it
Store rolls in dry conditions away from direct moisture to prevent mold or mildew growth on the paper surface. Use up rolls within 1-2 years of purchase to avoid oxidation of cellulose fibers, which can weaken structural integrity. Do not use as a heat-transfer surface directly over flame or in prolonged high-heat contact (above 200°C); kraft paper can char or emit smoke if overheated. For wet foods or prolonged refrigeration, consider double-wrapping to prevent paper degradation from moisture absorption.
What we don’t know
- Basis
- Model estimate, 78% confidence, not a lab result
- Lab test
- None on record for this exact product
- Brand statement
- has made none
Formulations change between production runs, so check the current label. How we grade.
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⚠Starting grade for this product type
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