Great Value · Grease-Resistant Butcher & Deli Paper
Great Value Unbleached Parchment Paper Roll
Likely lower concern. Silicone coatings rarely contain PFAS.
Unbleached parchment with silicone release coating requires no PFAS disclosure from the brand, but silicone-coated parchment typically avoids PFAS per common industry practice.
The better-graded swap
If You Care
If You Care Parchment Baking Sheets
90/100 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
Unbleached paper with silicone coating
Brand disclosure
Brand is silent on PFAS
Lab data
No public lab test
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What Great Value Unbleached Paper Roll is made of, ingredients and materials
Great Value Unbleached Parchment Paper is cellulose fiber (wood pulp) coated with food-grade silicone. The unbleached designation means the paper was not treated with chlorine-based whitening agents, reducing exposure to chlorinated byproducts. Silicone is a synthetic polymer that remains chemically inert at typical oven temperatures (up to 420°F) and does not migrate into food under normal use. The lack of bleaching also typically means fewer residual chemicals in the base paper layer.
What’s concerning
No PFAS disclosure
No public statement from the brand about PFAS in this product.
Category baseline
The starting point for this type of product, before anything specific to this product is counted.
Waterproof / stain-resistant treatment
Water-repellent coating treatments have historically used PFAS.
Silicone coating migration at high heat
Food-grade silicone is stable at standard baking temperatures (up to 420°F), but prolonged exposure above 450°F may cause microscopic leaching into food or degradation of the coating. This product carries no explicit temperature limit on packaging; users must infer from industry standards.
Mold or bacterial growth if stored wet
Paper is hygroscopic and can support mold if stored in humid conditions. This is not specific to the brand but a general paper product hazard. Keep roll in original packaging and store in a dry cabinet away from moisture sources.
What’s reassuring
Chlorinated residues in bleached vs. unbleached base
Great Value's unbleached designation avoids chlorine dioxide bleaching, reducing residual chlorinated organic compounds. No testing on file for this specific product, but unbleached parchment generally carries lower chemical residue burden than bleached alternatives.
Ink or printing contaminants on roll surface
The roll packaging may bear printed labels or inks; if these contact food during unrolling, migration is theoretically possible. No recalls or reports for Great Value parchment paper specifically. Standard precaution, allow printed side to face outward when lining baking sheets.
Adhesive or sizing agents in paper substrate
Food-contact papers typically use starch or mineral-based sizing; no additives or adhesives are disclosed for this product. Unbleached paper may retain more natural lignin and fiber binders, which are not considered food safety hazards at typical baking durations.
How is this PFAS grade calculated?
The brand's record and disclosure
Great Value (Walmart's private label) provides minimal transparency on parchment paper formulation and does not publish independent safety certifications or third-party testing for this product. The brand has no documented recalls specific to unbleached parchment paper. Walmart does not publicly disclose PFAS use in this product category, though silicone coatings on parchment are generally not a known PFAS vector. No formal certifications (e.g., FDA compliance statements) are prominently featured on retail listings.
How it compares in its category
Unbleached parchment paper occupies a middle ground, lower concern than bleached varieties (which historically used chlorine dioxide) but less transparently sourced than premium brands like If You Care or Kirkland that provide organic or FSC certifications. Silicone-coated parchment is the industry standard and presents lower concern than older wax-coated papers. Great Value's price point reflects less rigorous supplier vetting than specialty competitors, but no established safety gap for typical home baking use.
If you buy it
Use at temperatures up to 420°F (manufacturer guidance for most parchment); above that, silicone may degrade and fibers may scorch. Replace the roll if you see visible damage, discoloration, or burn marks. Store in a cool, dry place away from direct heat to preserve the silicone coating. Do not reuse sheets if they have torn or separated from the paper base, as debris may shed into food.
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
- Great Value has made none
Formulations change between production runs, so check the current label. How we grade.
What are the PFAS-free alternatives to Great Value Unbleached Parchment Paper Roll?
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