Seventh Generation · Parchment Paper & Baking Liners
Parchment Paper Roll
Lower concern. Seventh Generation's PFAS-free claim is credible but unverified.
Parchment paper typically uses silicone (not Teflon-family coating), which avoids classic PFAS. Seventh Generation explicitly avoids PFAS-based coatings, though no third-party lab testing is publicly available to confirm.
Brand says: “Made without PFAS, phthalates, or chlorine”
The safe swap
Seventh Generation
Parchment Baking Sheets | 3 x 24 sheets
70/100 safety
Same rubric that flunked this product. The swap earned Good.
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Material
wood pulp with silicone-based coating
Brand disclosure
Brand claims PFAS-free
Lab data
No public lab test
What’s concerning
Waterproof / stain-resistant treatment
water-repellent coating treatments have historically used PFAS.
Category baseline
food packaging is a category where PFAS exposure is more common.
Silicone coating degradation under high heat
While silicone is stable at normal baking temperatures, repeated exposure above 450F or direct flame contact may cause the coating to break down or leach oligomers into food. Seventh Generation does not publish detailed thermal stability data for its specific silicone formulation.
Ink or printing chemical migration
The roll exterior may include FDA-compliant inks for branding; if the paper is folded or stored with printed side touching food, minimal but theoretical migration is possible. Most risk occurs if paper is reused or stored improperly.
What’s reassuring
Brand-stated PFAS-free
The brand states the product is PFAS-free (self-declared).
Microplastics
No published evidence that silicone-coated parchment paper sheds microplastics into food under normal baking use, though long-term fate of microscopic silicone fragments is not well-studied in food science literature.
Source: EPA ↗Contaminant carry-over from manufacturing
Seventh Generation parchment is manufactured in facilities with documented quality controls, and no third-party testing has identified heavy metals or chemical residues. However, unverified independent lab testing is not available for public review.
Adhesive or glue at roll seams
The roll is typically sealed with a small adhesive tab; if this contacts food directly, minimal exposure is expected. No established toxicity concern, but ingredients are not always disclosed on packaging.
The full breakdown
What it's made of and why it matters
This product is wood pulp paper coated with silicone, not the traditional fluorocarbon (Teflon-type coating) coating found in many competitor parchment papers. Silicone coatings do not require PFAS to achieve non-stick and heat-resistant properties, making them inherently safer for food contact at typical cooking temperatures. The wood pulp substrate itself is a food-grade material with minimal known leaching hazards under normal use.
The brand's record and disclosure
Seventh Generation has a documented history of transparency on chemical content and has made explicit PFAS-free claims across its parchment line. The company holds third-party certifications including EPA Safer Choice recognition for some products, though parchment paper itself is not universally certified. No major recalls or contamination incidents specific to this product have been recorded in public safety databases.
How it compares in its category
Most conventional parchment papers rely on Teflon-type coating or silicone coatings; Seventh Generation's silicone-only approach avoids the PFAS exposure risk associated with fluorocarbon alternatives. This places it in the safer segment of the category, though silicone-coated papers are becoming more common. Performance (heat tolerance, non-stick properties) is generally equivalent to Teflon-type coating-based competitors up to 420F.
If you buy it
Use parchment paper in ovens up to the manufacturer's stated temperature limit, typically 420-450F; silicone coatings can degrade under extreme heat. Do not use directly over open flame or broiler elements. Replace rolls if the coating visibly flakes, peels, or darkens significantly. Store in a cool, dry place away from direct sunlight to prevent coating brittleness.
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
- Seventh Generation has made a specific claim
Formulations change between production runs, so check the current label. How we grade.
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Seventh Generation
Parchment Baking Sheets | 3 x 24 sheets
bleached paper with silicone coating
Silicone coating degradation and microparticles
Limited concern
Heat-induced breakdown of paper fibers
Limited concern
Lower concern. PFAS-free claim backed by MADE SAFE cert.
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