World Centric · Food Packaging
World Centric NoTree Folded Takeout Containers
A water-repellent or grease-resistant treatment of unstated chemistry, with a brand PFAS statement we have not verified.
World Centric says its Leaf Plus molded fiber solution is PFAS free. We record that as an unverified brand claim. Its record describes a water-repellent or grease-resistant treatment of unstated chemistry, which is still counted.
Brand says: “World Centric says its Leaf Plus molded fiber solution is PFAS free.”
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Material
Sugarcane-based fiber (bagasse) with plant-based coating
Brand disclosure
Brand claims PFAS-free
Lab data
No public lab test
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What World Centric NoTree Folded Containers is made of, ingredients and materials
World Centric NoTree containers are molded from bagasse, a fiber byproduct of sugarcane processing. The bagasse is bonded and formed into takeout boxes, then coated with an unnamed plant-based water and grease-resistant finish. Bagasse itself is a renewable, low-chemical material that avoids petroleum-derived plastics. However, the plant-based coating's exact chemical composition is not publicly disclosed, making independent verification of safety claims difficult.
What’s concerning
Category baseline
The starting point for this type of product, before anything specific to this product is counted.
Waterproof / stain-resistant treatment
Water-repellent coating treatments have historically used PFAS.
Unverified plant-based coating chemistry
The specific composition of the plant-based grease-resistant treatment is not disclosed. Some plant-derived coatings can contain natural allergens or degradation byproducts; without ingredient transparency, chemical safety cannot be independently assessed.
Coating degradation with hot or fatty foods
Bagasse-fiber containers with polymer or resin coatings can experience breakdown when exposed to high heat, prolonged oil contact, or repeated washing. Degradation may release coating fragments or alter leaching behavior, though no specific incidents are documented for this brand.
Microbial growth in porous fiber
The porous sugarcane-fiber matrix can retain moisture and harbor bacterial or mold growth if stored in humid conditions or contaminated before disposal. This is a material-class issue, not unique to World Centric, but users should inspect for visible mold before reuse.
What’s reassuring
Brand-stated PFAS-free
The brand states this product is PFAS-free. We have not verified the claim.
BPA & bisphenols
Bagasse-fiber containers do not contain conventional plastics, so BPA, BPS, phthalate, or microplastic shedding is not a recognized concern for this material category. No reports of such contaminants in World Centric products exist.
Source, FDA ↗Heavy metals
Plant-based coatings typically do not rely on metal-oxide pigments; World Centric has not documented any heavy-metal contamination. No recalls or test results indicating lead, cadmium, or antimony are on record for this product.
Source, FDA ↗How is this PFAS grade calculated?
The brand's record and disclosure
World Centric markets itself as a sustainability-focused brand and makes a 'PFAS-free' claim on this product line. The company has not published third-party test results or detailed coating chemistry to support this claim. No major recalls or safety controversies are on record for this specific product. Transparency on the coating formula would strengthen consumer confidence in the PFAS statement.
How it compares in its category
Sugarcane-fiber containers occupy a middle ground in food packaging safety. They avoid the BPA and phthalate risks of conventional plastics and the heavy-metal concerns of some ceramic coatings. However, most competing plant-fiber containers also rely on proprietary grease-resistant coatings of unstated chemistry. Polypropylene (plastic) alternatives have more extensive safety documentation; compostable paper containers avoid coating chemistry altogether but offer less grease resistance.
If you buy it
Use these containers for room-temperature and warm (not hot) foods; avoid prolonged contact with high-heat items or microwaving. Do not reuse for storage of fatty or acidic foods for extended periods, as coating degradation or leaching risk increases with lipid exposure over time. Store in a cool, dry place to prevent mold or bacterial growth in the porous fiber. Replace containers if visible coating wear, staining, or odor develops.
What is not known about PFAS in this product?
- Basis
- Model estimate, 78% confidence, not a lab result
- Lab test
- None on record for this exact product
- Brand statement
- World Centric has made a specific claim
Formulations change between production runs, so check the current label. How we grade.
What are the PFAS-free alternatives to World Centric NoTree Folded Takeout Containers?
- Plant-based fiber pulp (compostable)
- A third party reports verifying it as PFAS-free
- Microbe/mold growth if stored damp
2 hazards checked on this product, all on its full breakdown.
Eco-Products
Eco Products WorldView Compostable Take-Out Containers EP-SCRC32
- Plant-based fiber (compostable sugarcane bagasse)
- A third party reports verifying it as PFAS-free
- Bleaching agents and processing residues
3 hazards checked on this product, all on its full breakdown.
Eco-Products
WorldView Sugarcane Take-Out Containers
- Sugarcane bagasse (post-consumer fiber)
- A third party reports verifying it as PFAS-free
- Cellulose fiber degradation and food contact
2 hazards checked on this product, all on its full breakdown.
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