Parchment Paper by Kroger · Grease-Resistant Parchment Paper
up&up Parchment Paper Roll
Lower concern. Standard parchment paper. Silent on PFAS.
up&up parchment paper typically uses silicone or cellulose coating, not PFAS-based grease barriers. Brand makes no PFAS disclosures or third-party verification.
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Material
silicone-coated paper
Brand disclosure
Brand is silent on PFAS
Lab data
No public lab test
What’s concerning
Waterproof / stain-resistant treatment
Water-repellent treatments have historically contained PFAS chemicals.
Category baseline
PFAS exposure happens more often with clothing products.
No PFAS disclosure
The company has not publicly discussed PFAS in this product.
Coating degradation and paper fiber exposure
If the silicone coating peels or flakes due to overheating, mechanical damage, or age, exposed paper fibers may contact food. This is a practical wear issue rather than a chemical hazard, but replacement is recommended when visible.
Thermal decomposition at excessive heat
Paper substrate begins to brown and char above 450 degrees Fahrenheit; silicone coating may degrade at sustained high temperatures (above 500 degrees). This is primarily a functional failure (darkening, reduced non-stick) rather than a documented toxicity risk, but should be avoided.
Mold or bacterial growth if stored improperly
Paper-based products absorb moisture; if stored in humid environments, the roll may develop mold before use. This is a storage issue, not a manufacturing defect. Keep in a dry kitchen cupboard.
What’s reassuring
Silicone coating leaching
No documented cases of silicone migration from parchment paper into food at normal cooking temperatures. Silicone is chemically stable and inert; risk is theoretical only and not supported by published safety data.
Paper bleaching and chlorine residues
Up&Up parchment paper material composition does not specify bleaching method. Industry-standard chlorine-free bleaching is common; chlorine residues in food-contact paper are regulated by the FDA and typically not a concern at retail grade products.
The full breakdown
What it's made of and why it matters
Up&Up parchment paper is paper substrate coated with silicone, which provides non-stick and heat-resistance properties without the Teflon-family coating (Teflon-type coating) used in some competitor products. Silicone coatings are chemically inert at typical cooking temperatures and do not off-gas volatile compounds the way Teflon-type coating can when overheated. The paper base itself is cellulose and poses no direct chemical hazard under normal food contact use.
The brand's record and disclosure
Kroger's Up&Up line does not publish detailed material safety data sheets or third-party certifications for this product. The brand has not faced documented recalls or safety complaints specific to parchment paper. Kroger has not publicly committed to PFAS-free manufacturing or disclosed whether suppliers use PFAS in the silicone formulation, leaving PFAS status uncertain despite the silicone-only coating reducing some traditional PFAS risks.
How it compares in its category
Silicone-coated parchment (like this product) sits in the middle range of the category: safer than Teflon-type coating-coated options regarding fume risk, but less transparent than premium brands (e.g., If You Care, Unbleached) that explicitly certify PFAS-free status. Wax paper is an alternative but has lower heat tolerance. Most grocery store parchment papers, including this one, lack independent certification.
If you buy it
Use within the stated temperature range (typically up to 420-450 degrees Fahrenheit for silicone-coated parchment). Do not broil or place directly on a flame. Replace the roll if the coating visibly flakes, peels, or tears, as this degrades its non-stick function and increases paper fiber contact with food. Store in a cool, dry place to prevent moisture absorption and mold growth. One roll typically lasts several months of regular use.
What we don’t know
- Basis
- Model estimate, 72% confidence, not a lab result
- Lab test
- None on record for this exact product
- Brand statement
- Parchment Paper by Kroger has made none
Formulations change between production runs, so check the current label. How we grade.
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