IDL Packaging · Grease-Resistant Deli & Butcher Paper
Idl Packaging White Butcher Paper 18" x 12000" Natural Butcher Paper Roll for Meat and Fish
Brand PFAS statement on record, which we have not verified.
IDL Packaging describes these grease-proof paper sheets as PFAS-free and uncoated. We record that as an unverified brand claim.
Brand says: “IDL Packaging describes these grease-proof paper sheets as PFAS-free and uncoated.”
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Material
bleached kraft paper, no specified coating
Brand disclosure
Brand claims PFAS-free
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.
Ink or printing residue (if printed side contacts food)
This roll appears to be plain white with no specified printing. If custom printed rolls are offered, confirm food-safe ink compliance; standard butcher paper rolls typically use FDA-compliant or no inks.
Mold or microbial growth during storage
Kraft paper is cellulose and can support mold if stored in damp conditions. Proper storage (cool, dry) prevents this; no inherent antimicrobial treatment is described.
What’s reassuring
Brand-stated PFAS-free
The brand states this product is PFAS-free. We have not verified the claim.
Base material not linked to PFAS
The main material recorded for this product is not one associated with PFAS.
Chlorine residue from bleaching
Food-grade bleached kraft paper is washed and rinsed during manufacturing to remove residual chlorine. No documented contamination risk at food-contact levels for this product class.
Paper fiber shedding or ingestion
Kraft paper is structurally stable and food-safe. Minor fiber shedding is normal but poses no toxicological risk; not a chemical hazard.
Lead
Food-contact paper is regulated for heavy metal limits. No recalls or test data suggest contamination in IDL's product; bleaching and pulping processes remove most soil metals.
Source, ATSDR ↗The full breakdown
What it's made of and why it matters
IDL Packaging's butcher paper is bleached kraft paper with no specified chemical coating. Kraft paper is a food-grade cellulose product made from wood pulp, widely approved for direct contact with meat and fish. The bleaching process (typically chlorine-based) is a standard, regulated step in food-contact paper manufacturing. No fluorinated water/grease repellents are listed, aligning with the brand's PFAS-free positioning.
The brand's record and disclosure
IDL Packaging has made a public PFAS-free claim for this product, which we have not independently verified but is documented. The company appears transparent about material composition (bleached kraft, no coating specified), and the product aligns with food service regulatory standards. No recalls or safety controversies are on record for this specific product line.
How it compares in its category
Uncoated bleached kraft is the baseline standard for butcher paper. Many competitors add silicone or wax coatings for grease resistance; this product's lack of specified coating makes it simpler chemically but potentially less grease-resistant during extended contact. For cost and simplicity, it compares favorably to premium coated alternatives, though performance trade-offs depend on intended contact time and fat content.
If you buy it
Store in a cool, dry place away from direct sunlight to prevent degradation of the bleached surface. Use as intended for wrapping fresh or cooked meat and fish; do not expose to prolonged moisture or oil without intended end-use (the paper absorbs grease rather than repelling it). Replace rolls if visible yellowing, brittleness, or mold develops. Dispose as compostable paper waste.
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
- IDL Packaging has made a specific claim
Formulations change between production runs, so check the current label. How we grade.
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