· Grease-Resistant Deli & Butcher Paper
200 Pack 9x13 Brown Kraft Parchment Paper Sheets, Precut, Unbleached
Lower concern. Unbleached kraft paper unlikely to contain PFAS.
Unbleached kraft paper is inherently low-risk for PFAS with no coating disclosed. Bare paper food contact typically avoids fluorochemical treatment.
We flunk more products than we pass. This one earned its grade. How we grade
Material
unbleached brown kraft paper, no coating specified
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.
Chlorine residues from pulping (if bleached history unclear)
Product is labeled unbleached, which suggests absence of chlorine bleaching chemicals. However, the pulping process itself may retain trace chlorine compounds if water quality is not controlled. No test data from this brand confirms residue limits below FDA thresholds.
Mold or bacterial growth if stored improperly
Uncoated cellulose paper can absorb moisture and support microbial growth if kept in humid environments. Storage conditions are user-controlled, not a product defect, but risk is higher than sealed or treated alternatives.
Thermal breakdown or browning at high heat
Uncoated kraft paper degrades and releases organic compounds (aldehydes, hydrocarbons) when exposed to sustained temperatures above 350F. This is a material limitation, not a contamination hazard, but users should avoid prolonged high-heat use.
What’s reassuring
Base material not linked to PFAS
The main material recorded for this product is not one associated with PFAS.
Ink or printing residues on pre-cut sheets
No manufacturing details provided for how sheets are marked or if ink is used for sizing or labeling. Standard food-grade kraft paper uses mineral or soy-based inks, but this brand does not publicly specify.
Heavy metals
Unbleached kraft from reputable mills is not known to contain elevated lead or cadmium, as these are typically scrubbed in pulping and not concentrated in kraft paper. No brand-specific testing is on record; assumes standard industry practice.
Source, FDA ↗The full breakdown
What it's made of and why it matters
This product is unbleached brown kraft paper, a cellulose-based material made by mechanical and chemical pulping of wood fibers. Unbleached kraft is mechanically simpler than bleached parchment and avoids chlorine-based bleaching chemistry. No coating is specified in the product description, meaning this is likely raw kraft paper rather than silicone-coated or Teflon-type coating-treated parchment, which affects both performance and chemical load.
The brand's record and disclosure
Parchment Plus has no established public safety certifications, third-party testing disclosures, or known recalls on record for this product line. The brand does not publicly disclose manufacturing practices, sourcing, or chemical testing. No controversies or regulatory actions are documented, but the absence of transparency means users cannot verify compliance with FDA food-contact standards or chlorine residue limits.
How it compares in its category
Unbleached kraft paper sits at the lower end of chemical complexity compared to silicone-coated parchment (which can off-gas siloxanes at high heat) or Teflon-type coating-coated versions (which risk Teflon-type coating fume release). It is comparable to generic uncoated kraft from store brands. The trade-off is reduced non-stick performance and lower heat tolerance, but fewer synthetic additives.
If you buy it
Use this paper for room-temperature storage, low-heat baking (under 350F), or wrapping. Do not use for high-temperature cooking or prolonged direct contact with acidic or fatty foods without testing on a small batch first, as uncoated paper can absorb oils and may degrade. Replace sheets if they show discoloration, tears, or odor changes. Store in a dry location to prevent mold or mildew growth on the cellulose.
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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