F

Is BioPac PFAS-free?

Across 39 graded products, BioPac averages F (41/100). On disclosure, the brand says nothing publicly about PFAS. 11 of its products grade C or better. Grades are model-based estimates, not lab results.

Worth buying from BioPac C or better, safest first

World Centric Compostable Bowls

BioPac

World Centric Compostable Bowls

Compostable plant-based fiber (sugarcane bagasse or similar)

A
A
PFASAll
A · Very low PFAS2 flags

Lower-concern choice, plant-based compostable bowls with no reported PFAS risk.

BPI (Biodegradable Products Institute) CompostableASTM D6868 Compostable

Verified PFAS-free by a third party

Repurpose Bowls

BioPac

Repurpose Bowls

Molded fiber (plant-based cellulose) / uncoated

A
B
PFASAll
A · Very low PFAS2 flags

Lower-concern choice; uncoated plant fiber bowls avoid Teflon-family coating coatings common in food service ware.

Risky category by default

Giant Bio Straw

BioPac

Giant Bio Straw

Bioplastic/plant-based polymer (likely PHA or PLA blend)

C
F
PFASAll
C · Moderate4 flags

Lower concern for food contact; no known PFAS fingerprints in biopolymer straws, but verify material composition directly.

Risky category by default

UrthPact Compostable Straws

BioPac

UrthPact Compostable Straws

Compostable bioplastic (likely PLA or PBAT blend)

C
F
PFASAll
C · Moderate4 flags

Lower-concern option; compostable straws rarely require PFAS, but brand transparency is absent.

Risky category by default

Huhtamaki Molded Fiber Oval Bowl, 50ea

BioPac

Huhtamaki Molded Fiber Oval Bowl, 50ea

Molded fiber (likely bleached kraft or virgin pulp, uncoated or minimal aqueous coating)

C
F
PFASAll
C · Moderate3 flags

Lower-concern choice; molded fiber bowls typically avoid PFAS, but brand discloses nothing.

Risky category by default

Biosmart Wheat Cereal Bowl

BioPac

Biosmart Wheat Cereal Bowl

Ceramic or glazed earthenware bowl

C
F
PFASAll
C · Moderate2 flags

Lower PFAS concern for a plain ceramic food bowl; no evidence of intentional Teflon-family coating coatings.

Risky category by default

World Market Upcycle Bamboo Fiber Mixing Bowls

BioPac

World Market Upcycle Bamboo Fiber Mixing Bowls

Bamboo fiber composite (primary); no nonstick or Teflon-family coating described

C
F
PFASAll
C · Moderate5 flags

Lower concern for PFAS; bamboo fiber bowls lack typical Teflon-family coating triggers, but coating composition not disclosed.

Risky category by default

Farmers Fiber Compostable Round Bowl

BioPac

Farmers Fiber Compostable Round Bowl

Fiber-based compostable polymer (likely PLA or bagasse)

C
F
PFASAll
C · Moderate3 flags

Lower PFAS concern for a compostable fiber bowl; no nonstick or water-resistant coatings typical.

Risky category by default

Duni BioPak Bio Kraft Recyclable Paper Straws 20 per pack

BioPac

Duni BioPak Bio Kraft Recyclable Paper Straws 20 per pack

uncoated kraft paper

C
F
PFASAll
C · Moderate3 flags

Lower PFAS concern for uncoated paper straws; standard food-contact paper typically avoids fluorinated coatings.

Risky category by default

Compostable Straight Drinking Straws Value Pack 50 Count

BioPac

Compostable Straight Drinking Straws Value Pack 50 Count

Plant-based bioplastic (PLA/PBAT blend typical for compostable straws)

C
F
PFASAll
C · Moderate4 flags

Lower PFAS concern; compostable straws rarely use water-resistant coatings.

Risky category by default

ECOLipak Compostable Cups with CPLA Lid

BioPac

ECOLipak Compostable Cups with CPLA Lid

CPLA (polylactic acid) and paper-based composition

C
F
PFASAll
C · Moderate3 flags

Lower PFAS concern; compostable bioplastic cups rarely use fluorinated coatings, but no explicit PFAS commitment.

Risky category by default

Graded and flagged D and F, we’d swap these

BioPak Green Cold Paper BioCup

BioPac

BioPak Green Cold Paper BioCup

Paper-based with plant-based coating (PHA/bioplastic)

F
F · High PFAS

Lower-concern option for cold beverage cups; PFAS-free positioning backed by material choice, but independent verification absent.

Waterproof or stain-proof treatment

"Large Natural Brown Kraft PFAS Free Grease Resistant Paper Sandwich Bags - 6 x 2 x 9"" - 1000/cs"(1000 / case)

BioPac

"Large Natural Brown Kraft PFAS Free Grease Resistant Paper Sandwich Bags - 6 x 2 x 9"" - 1000/cs"(1000 / case)

natural brown kraft paper with grease-resistant coating

F
F · High PFAS

Lower-concern option with explicit PFAS-free claim; verify coating details with supplier if needed.

Waterproof or stain-proof treatment

ECOlipak 8 in 3-Compartment Compostable Disposable Food Containers

BioPac

ECOlipak 8 in 3-Compartment Compostable Disposable Food Containers

Plant-based/compostable fiber with unspecified water/grease barrier coating

F
F · High PFAS

Skip unless brand discloses coating composition, compostable claims don't exclude PFAS barriers.

Waterproof or stain-proof treatment

Eco-Friendly Bio Pack Food Boxes – Sustainable Custom Food Packaging

BioPac

Eco-Friendly Bio Pack Food Boxes – Sustainable Custom Food Packaging

Unspecified polymer/coating; likely cardboard-based with grease-resistant treatment

F
F · High PFAS

Skip unless brand discloses coating chemistry, grease-resistant food packaging often contains PFAS.

Waterproof or stain-proof treatment

Custom Bio Pack Food Boxes – Eco-Friendly & Food-Safe Packaging Solutions

BioPac

Custom Bio Pack Food Boxes – Eco-Friendly & Food-Safe Packaging Solutions

Unspecified coating on fiber-based food box (likely kraft/paper)

F
F · High PFAS

Skip until coating composition is disclosed, grease-resistant food packaging often relies on PFAS without transparency.

Waterproof or stain-proof treatment

Bulk Biodegradable Eco-Friendly Compostable Drinking Paper Straws Gift Set

BioPac

Bulk Biodegradable Eco-Friendly Compostable Drinking Paper Straws Gift Set

Paper with unspecified water-resistant coating

F
F · High PFAS

Skip until coating is disclosed, paper straws often use PFAS-based water barriers.

Waterproof or stain-proof treatment

Eco-Products World Art Renewable Resource Hot Drink Cups

BioPac

Eco-Products World Art Renewable Resource Hot Drink Cups

Plant-based fiber/PLA composite with unspecified water-resistant coating

F
F · High PFAS

Skip until coating composition is disclosed; greaseproof hot-cup liners commonly use PFAS.

Waterproof or stain-proof treatment

Eco Friendly Compostable Black Grease Resistant Bags 4 3/4" x 1 1/8" x 6 3/4" GPB3B, Pack Of 100 | by ClearBags

BioPac

Eco Friendly Compostable Black Grease Resistant Bags 4 3/4" x 1 1/8" x 6 3/4" GPB3B, Pack Of 100 | by ClearBags

Compostable paper/film blend with unspecified grease-resistant coating

F
F · High PFAS

Skip, grease-resistant food bags typically rely on PFAS coatings; manufacturer silence on chemistry is a red flag.

Waterproof or stain-proof treatment

Bio-Pak 08BPWHITEM Carry-Out Container

BioPac

Bio-Pak 08BPWHITEM Carry-Out Container

paperboard with grease-resistant coating

F
F · High PFAS

Lower-concern baseline, but coating composition unconfirmed, contact BioPac for specifics.

Waterproof or stain-proof treatment

BioPak Takeout Boxes, Set of 10 Medium

BioPac

BioPak Takeout Boxes, Set of 10 Medium

Molded fiber/paperboard with unspecified water-resistant coating

F
F · High PFAS

Skip until manufacturer clarifies coating composition, PFAS risk unclear for food-contact paperboard.

Waterproof or stain-proof treatment

Bio-Pak Take-Out Container 01BPWHITEM

BioPac

Bio-Pak Take-Out Container 01BPWHITEM

Bleached paperboard (compostable/food-service grade)

F
F · High PFAS

Lower concern; compostable paperboard typically avoids PFAS, but no explicit brand disclosure.

Waterproof or stain-proof treatment

ECOLipak Clamshell Take Out Food Containers Disposable To Go Containers,To Go Boxes for Food Salad

BioPac

ECOLipak Clamshell Take Out Food Containers Disposable To Go Containers,To Go Boxes for Food Salad

Molded fiber/pulp (likely bleached), waterproofing treatment unspecified

F
F · High PFAS

Skip until brand discloses waterproofing chemistry; fiber clamshells often use fluorinated coatings to repel grease.

Waterproof or stain-proof treatment

White Paper Straws

BioPac

White Paper Straws

Paper with aqueous/wax-based coating

F
F · High PFAS

Lower-concern option; paper straws typically avoid fluorochemical coatings, but Biopac's waterproofing method remains undisclosed.

Waterproof or stain-proof treatment

Compostable 16 oz Molded Fiber Bowls Value Pack

BioPac

Compostable 16 oz Molded Fiber Bowls Value Pack

Molded fiber (likely with water/grease-resistant coating)

F
F · High PFAS

Skip until coating source is disclosed, molded fiber bowls often use fluorinated water-repellent coating treatments.

Waterproof or stain-proof treatment

Huhtamaki 32 oz. Molded Fiber Bowls 125 ct.

BioPac

Huhtamaki 32 oz. Molded Fiber Bowls 125 ct.

Molded fiber (bleached pulp); likely water/grease-resistant coating

F
F · High PFAS

Lower concern for typical use, but water-resistant coating source is undisclosed, contact Huhtamaki directly if PFAS-free confirmation needed.

Waterproof or stain-proof treatment

Comfy Package Paper Drinking Straws

BioPac

Comfy Package Paper Drinking Straws

paper with water-based or PE coating

F
F · High PFAS

Lower concern, but opaque supplier chain, verify coating details if PFAS-sensitive.

Waterproof or stain-proof treatment

POSPaper Paper Straws

BioPac

POSPaper Paper Straws

Paper with undisclosed water-resistant coating

F
F · High PFAS

Skip until coating is disclosed, paper straws typically need grease barriers that may contain PFAS.

Waterproof or stain-proof treatment

Eco Products World Art Renewable/Compostable Hot Cups

BioPac

Eco Products World Art Renewable/Compostable Hot Cups

Compostable fiber/plant-based coating (unspecified)

F
F · High PFAS

Skip until coating composition is disclosed, compostable claim doesn't exclude PFAS barriers.

Waterproof or stain-proof treatment

Compostable Hot Cups – 12oz | Eco-Products | QTY 50

BioPac

Compostable Hot Cups – 12oz | Eco-Products | QTY 50

Plant-based fiber with water/grease-resistant coating (unspecified)

F
F · High PFAS

Skip until brand discloses coating chemistry, compostable cups often rely on PFAS-based water barriers.

Waterproof or stain-proof treatment

up&up Compostable Hot Cups with Lids

BioPac

up&up Compostable Hot Cups with Lids

Compostable fiber (likely PLA or plant-based coating with unspecified grease/moisture barrier)

F
F · High PFAS

Skip until brand discloses water/grease barrier coating composition.

Waterproof or stain-proof treatment

10oz Paper Bio Coffee Cup, Individually Wrapped, Case Of 1,000

BioPac

10oz Paper Bio Coffee Cup, Individually Wrapped, Case Of 1,000

Paper with unspecified water/grease-resistant coating

F
F · High PFAS

Skip until coating is disclosed; paper cups commonly use PFAS-based water barriers.

Waterproof or stain-proof treatment

ECO- Lipak Compostable Paper Cups

BioPac

ECO- Lipak Compostable Paper Cups

Paper with unspecified waterproof/grease-resistant coating

F
F · High PFAS

Skip until coating is disclosed; compostable claims don't confirm PFAS-free.

Waterproof or stain-proof treatment

Sadocom Sandwich Bags, Reats All Purpose Fold Top Bakery Bags, Grease Proof, Food Grade Brown Wax Paper Bags for Bakery Cookies, Treats, Snacks,

BioPac

Sadocom Sandwich Bags, Reats All Purpose Fold Top Bakery Bags, Grease Proof, Food Grade Brown Wax Paper Bags for Bakery Cookies, Treats, Snacks,

Brown wax paper (cellulose + wax coating)

F
F · High PFAS

Lower PFAS concern; wax paper typically avoids fluorinated treatments, but brand offers no disclosure.

Waterproof or stain-proof treatment

ClearBags White Greaseproof Bags

BioPac

ClearBags White Greaseproof Bags

paper with grease-resistant coating

F
F · High PFAS

Skip, greaseproof food bags commonly contain PFAS coatings; BioPac discloses nothing.

Waterproof or stain-proof treatment

Restaurantware Treat Bags, 100 Microwavable Cookie Bags

BioPac

Restaurantware Treat Bags, 100 Microwavable Cookie Bags

Grease-resistant coated paper (coating unspecified)

F
F · High PFAS

Skip unless BioPac confirms PFAS-free coating, grease-resistant food bags commonly use PFAS.

Waterproof or stain-proof treatment

Bagcraft Grease-Resistant Single-Serve Bags

BioPac

Bagcraft Grease-Resistant Single-Serve Bags

paper/pulp with unspecified grease-resistant coating

F
F · High PFAS

Skip, grease-resistant food packaging typically relies on PFAS coatings; no transparency from BioPac.

Waterproof or stain-proof treatment

White Greaseproof Bags

BioPac

White Greaseproof Bags

paper with grease-resistant coating (unspecified)

F
F · High PFAS

Skip until BioPac discloses coating chemistry or certifies PFAS-free.

Waterproof or stain-proof treatment

7x6.75" White Grease Resistant Double Open Bags (2,000/Case)

BioPac

7x6.75" White Grease Resistant Double Open Bags (2,000/Case)

Paper with grease-resistant coating (type unspecified)

F
F · High PFAS

Skip until BioPac discloses grease-resistant coating chemistry, PFAS-based treatments are industry-standard for this application.

Waterproof or stain-proof treatment

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