Oklahoma Joe's · Grease-Resistant Deli & Butcher Paper
Oklahoma Joe's Butcher Paper
Likely low PFAS risk; waterproof coating type unclear.
Oklahoma Joe's butcher paper is typically kraft with a moisture barrier coating. The brand discloses no PFAS information, leaving coating composition unclear.
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IDL Packaging
Idl Packaging White Butcher Paper 18" x 12000" Natural Butcher Paper Roll for Meat and Fish
95/100 safety
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Material
Kraft paper, silicone-coated or wax-coated
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.
Waterproof / stain-resistant treatment
Water-repellent coating treatments have historically used PFAS.
Coating degradation and leachables (silicone or wax)
If the coating is silicone, thermal stress above 400F may cause micro-flaking; if wax, prolonged contact with acidic foods or high heat can cause partial breakdown. No chemical leachate testing specific to this brand is publicly available, but food-grade formulations are assumed to be non-toxic at normal use.
Mold and bacterial growth (if moisture trapped)
Kraft paper can absorb moisture if stored in humid conditions, creating conditions for mold growth on the coating or substrate. This is a storage and handling issue, not an inherent product defect, but is more likely than with fully plastic alternatives.
What’s reassuring
Unbleached kraft substrate contaminants (chlorine residue, ink)
Food-contact kraft paper is typically washed and is not known to contain problematic chlorine or heavy metals. Printing on the outer surface (if present) should not contact food; verify no ink is on the food-facing side.
Formaldehyde / VOCs
Food-grade kraft paper does not typically use formaldehyde-releasing binders; however, no third-party testing of this specific product is on record. Industry standards for butcher paper assume non-toxic adhesive systems.
Source, ATSDR ↗The full breakdown
What it's made of and why it matters
Oklahoma Joe's Butcher Paper is a kraft paper base (cellulose fibers) coated with either food-grade silicone or wax to create a grease and moisture barrier. Silicone coatings are inert and unlikely to leach into food; wax coatings (typically paraffin or soy-based) are also generally food-safe but less heat-stable. The kraft substrate itself is bleached or unbleached cellulose, which carries minimal chemical risk at normal storage and cooking temperatures below 400F.
The brand's record and disclosure
Parchment Plus does not publicly disclose detailed material specifications or coating type on widely available product labels, making it difficult to verify exact composition. No major recalls or safety incidents involving this brand's butcher paper have been documented in public databases. The brand does not appear to hold specific food-contact certifications (FDA compliance statements are typical but not prominently marketed), nor does it address PFAS or other emerging chemical concerns in public materials.
How it compares in its category
Kraft butcher paper is a conventional choice with lower concern than plastic food wraps or coated cardboard with unknown binders. It avoids the microplastic and BPA concerns of some plastic alternatives, and wax or silicone coatings are more benign than some adhesive systems in butcher-grade products. Uncoated kraft paper and parchment from premium brands with explicit FDA or NSF certification offer marginally higher transparency but similar performance.
If you buy it
Use this product for wrapping raw and cooked meats at room temperature and refrigerator storage without concern. Do not use it as a direct heat-contact surface above 400F; it is rated for smoking and low-temperature cooking but risks degradation and unintended particle release if exposed to direct flame or oven racks at high heat. Replace if the coating visibly flakes, tears, or absorbs excessive grease. Store in a cool, dry place to prevent mold growth and coating breakdown.
What we don’t know
- Basis
- Model estimate, 45% confidence, not a lab result
- Lab test
- None on record for this exact product
- Brand statement
- Oklahoma Joe's has made none
Formulations change between production runs, so check the current label. How we grade.
Better-graded alternatives in Grease-Resistant Deli & Butcher Paper
IDL Packaging
White Butcher Paper 18" x Natural Butcher Paper Roll for Meat and Fish
bleached paper, uncoated
Mold or microbial growth during storage
Limited concern
Brand PFAS statement on record, which we have not verified.
⚠Starting grade for this product type
IDL Packaging
White Butcher Paper 18" x 12000" Natural Butcher Paper Roll for Meat and Fish
bleached kraft paper, no specified coating
Ink or printing residue (if printed side contacts food)
Limited concern
Mold or microbial growth during storage
Limited concern
Brand PFAS statement on record, which we have not verified.
⚠Starting grade for this product type
If You Care
Parchment Baking Sheets
unbleached parchment paper, silicone coating
Silicone coating degradation under heat stress
Limited concern
Mold or microbial growth if stored damp
Limited concern
Brand no-added-PFAS claim and a 2021 lab result with no fluorine detected.
✓Lab test found no PFAS
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