Is Compactor PFAS-free?
Across 8 graded products, Compactor averages F (36/100). On disclosure, the brand says nothing publicly about PFAS. 2 of its products grade C or better. Grades are model-based estimates, not lab results.
Worth buying from Compactor C or better, safest first
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Idl Packaging White Butcher Paper 18" x 12000" Natural Butcher Paper Roll for Meat and Fish
natural kraft butcher paper, no coating specified
Lower concern. Uncoated kraft paper unlikely to contain PFAS.
⚠Risky category by default
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Staples Butcher Paper Roll
cellulose paper, uncoated or minimally treated
Lower concern. Butcher paper is typically uncoated cellulose.
⚠Risky category by default
Graded and flagged D and F, we’d swap these
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Pit Boss Butcher Paper Roll 67294
butcher paper with water/grease-resistant coating
Skip. Grease-resistant coating source undisclosed; PFAS risk unclear.
⚠Waterproof or stain-proof treatment
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Butcher Paper Roll for Smoking Meat
Kraft paper with food-safe coating
Likely lower concern, but coating composition unspecified by brand.
⚠Waterproof or stain-proof treatment
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Handy Wacks Bleached Butcher Paper
bleached paper with grease-resistant coating
Skip. Grease-resistant food packaging often contains PFAS.
⚠Waterproof or stain-proof treatment
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Katbite Butcher Paper Roll
paper with grease-resistant coating
Butcher paper likely coated for grease resistance, PFAS risk unclear without disclosure.
⚠Waterproof or stain-proof treatment
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Butcher Paper
Paper with food-grade coating (likely silicone or mineral-based)
Lower concern. Butcher paper typically uses food-grade coatings, not PFAS.
⚠Waterproof or stain-proof treatment
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Butcher BBQ Pink Butcher Paper
Kraft paper with grease-resistant coating
Butcher paper likely has fluorinated grease-barrier treatment; verify with brand.
⚠Waterproof or stain-proof treatment
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