Is ACT II PFAS-free?
Across 8 graded products, ACT II averages F (25/100). On disclosure, the brand says nothing publicly about PFAS. None of its products grade C or better yet. Grades are model-based estimates, not lab results.
Graded and flagged D and F, we’d swap these
ACT II
Butter Lovers Microwave Popcorn
paper/paperboard microwave bag with grease-resistant coating
Moderate concern, grease-resistant packaging commonly uses PFAS; no brand transparency; skip if lower-PFAS alternatives available.
⚠Waterproof or stain-proof treatment
ACT II
Butter Microwave Popcorn
Paper/cardboard microwaveable popcorn bag with grease-resistant coating
Moderate PFAS concern due to grease-resistant bag coating; limited public transparency from brand.
⚠Waterproof or stain-proof treatment
ACT II
Microwave Popcorn Xtreme Butter
paper-based microwave popcorn bag with grease-resistant coating
Skip or choose with caution, microwave popcorn bags commonly use PFAS-based grease barriers, but Act II provides no disclosure.
⚠Waterproof or stain-proof treatment
ACT II
Movie Theater Butter Microwave Popcorn
paper/cardboard microwave pouch with greaseproof coating
Skip unless you verify the pouch lining, greaseproof popcorn bags commonly use PFAS.
⚠Waterproof or stain-proof treatment
ACT II
Butter Microwave Popcorn Mini Bags
Paper bag with grease-resistant coating (likely PFAS-based)
Skip or seek PFAS-tested popcorn; microwave popcorn bags are a known PFAS concern category.
⚠Waterproof or stain-proof treatment
ACT II
Kettle Corn Microwave Popcorn
paper/cardboard popcorn bag with grease-resistant coating
Higher concern due to grease-resistant bag coating; avoid or seek PFAS-free alternative.
⚠Waterproof or stain-proof treatment
ACT II
Microwave Popcorn Butter 2.75 oz 36/Carton
paperboard box with grease-resistant internal coating
Skip or seek PFAS-free popcorn; grease-resistant microwave bags commonly use fluorinated coatings.
⚠Waterproof or stain-proof treatment
ACT II
Butter Microwave Popcorn, 2.75 oz., 3-Count Bags, Size: 8.25 oz
paper bag with grease-resistant coating (likely PFAS-treated)
Skip or research, microwave popcorn bags commonly use PFAS for grease resistance; no brand disclosure available.
⚠Waterproof or stain-proof treatment
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