Bryco Goods · Deli Meat & Cold Cuts Packaging
Bryco Goods White Kraft Butcher Paper Roll 18 Inch x 175 Feet
Lower concern. Uncoated kraft paper has minimal PFAS risk.
Bryco butcher paper is uncoated kraft, an inherently low-PFAS material. No water-resistant or grease-resistant treatment is typical for white kraft rolls, reducing fluorochemical exposure significantly.
We flunk more products than we pass. This one earned its grade. How we grade
Material
kraft paper, unbleached cellulose
Brand disclosure
Brand is silent on PFAS
Lab data
No public lab test
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What Bryco Goods White Kraft Butcher Paper Feet is made of, ingredients and materials
Bryco Goods butcher paper is unbleached kraft paper, a mechanically processed cellulose product made by pulping wood fibers under pressure. Unbleached means it avoids chlorine-based whitening agents, reducing dioxin and chemical residue risk. Because the paper is uncoated (no plastic laminate, wax, or synthetic barrier), there are no synthetic polymer leachates or adhesive concerns when wrapping raw or cooked meat at room temperature or moderate freezer storage.
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.
Heavy metals
Kraft paper may contain recycled content; if so, post-consumer recycled fiber can introduce trace heavy metals or old inks. The brand does not disclose fiber sourcing (virgin vs. recycled), and FDA limits on contaminants in recycled paper are lenient. Risk is low but present if product uses high recycled content without purification.
Source, FDA ↗Microplastic shedding or fiber migration
Kraft paper is cellulose-based (not plastic), but fibers can shed onto food if paper is rough, torn, or stored in humid conditions. Risk is minimal for whole foods (meat) but higher if paper contacts wet or greasy surfaces repeatedly.
What’s reassuring
Base material not linked to PFAS
The main material recorded for this product is not one associated with PFAS.
Bleaching residues (chlorine, dioxins)
This product is explicitly unbleached, eliminating the risk of chlorine-based whitening agents or trace dioxin contamination common in bleached food-contact papers.
Ink or printing additives
No printed branding, logos, or colored inks are visible on this roll based on product description; plain kraft means no risk of food-contact migration from food-grade ink or dyes.
Coating adhesives or sizing agents
Uncoated kraft paper does not use synthetic latex, wax, or adhesive layers, eliminating risks from styrene, phthalates, or isocyanate residues found in coated papers.
How is this PFAS grade calculated?
The brand's record and disclosure
Bryco Goods is a store-brand line with minimal public safety disclosures or third-party certifications readily available. No major food-contact recalls or safety controversies are on record for this specific product. The brand does not make explicit claims about food-grade compliance or chemical-free sourcing, which is typical for commodity kraft paper retailers. Standard FDA indirect food-additive rules apply, kraft paper for food wrapping is permitted under 21 CFR 176.180 if made from recycled or virgin cellulose meeting purity thresholds.
How it compares in its category
Unbleached kraft butcher paper is the baseline standard for meat wrapping and is chemically simpler than coated alternatives (wax-lined, plastic-lined, or chlorine-bleached papers). It matches or exceeds safety profiles of name-brand competitors like Freezer Paper or institutional butcher rolls because it avoids added barrier coatings. The trade-off is moisture permeability, uncoated kraft is less water-resistant, making it better for short-term refrigeration or freezing but not ideal for long-term vacuum-sealed storage or high-humidity environments.
If you buy it
Use it as intended, wrapping raw or cooked meat for storage, freezing, or butchering. Do not use it for hot foods above 180°F (82°C) for extended periods, as cellulose fibers can soften and fibers may shed. For freezer storage, wrap meat first in plastic wrap or butcher's plastic, then cover with this kraft paper to minimize dehydration and freezer burn. Replace rolls if paper shows mold, odor, or visible contamination; store in a cool, dry place away from moisture to prevent bacterial growth on the paper itself.
What is not known about PFAS in this product?
- Basis
- Model estimate, 85% confidence, not a lab result
- Lab test
- None on record for this exact product
- Brand statement
- Bryco Goods has made none
Formulations change between production runs, so check the current label. How we grade.
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