Is Dixie PFAS-free?
Across 14 graded products, Dixie averages F (27/100). 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
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EcoSystems Kraft Molded Fiber Bowl
kraft molded fiber with aqueous coating
Lower-concern choice among single-use bowls, but verify current formulations independently.
⚠Waterproof or stain-proof treatment
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8.5" Paper Plates
paper with grease-resistant coating (likely fluorinated)
Standard coated paper plate with PFAS risk unclear; safer alternatives (uncoated, compostable) exist.
⚠Waterproof or stain-proof treatment
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Disposable Paper Plates
Paper with grease-resistant coating (composition unspecified)
Skip or contact manufacturer, grease-resistant coating composition is undisclosed.
⚠Waterproof or stain-proof treatment
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Everyday Heavy Duty Disposable Plates
Paperboard with grease-resistant coating (composition undisclosed)
Skip or contact Dixie directly, grease-resistant coatings often use PFAS, but the brand won't say.
⚠Waterproof or stain-proof treatment
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To Go Paper Cups & Lids
paperboard with grease-resistant/water-resistant coating (unspecified)
Skip or contact Dixie directly, no public PFAS disclosure on a product category with PFAS concern.
⚠Waterproof or stain-proof treatment
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To Go 12 oz. Paper Cup with Leak-Resistant Lid
Paper cup with water/grease-resistant coating (unspecified chemistry)
Skip unless Dixie confirms no PFAS-based water-resistance coating.
⚠Waterproof or stain-proof treatment
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Hot Paper Cups PerfecTouch
Paper with grease-resistant coating (unspecified)
Skip or contact Dixie directly, grease-resistant paper cups historically used PFAS; no transparency here.
⚠Waterproof or stain-proof treatment
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Compostable 16 oz Molded Fiber Bowls Value Pack
molded fiber with undisclosed water/grease-resistant coating
Skip unless Dixie publicly commits to PFAS-free coatings on compostable foodware.
⚠Waterproof or stain-proof treatment
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Pathways Heavyweight Paper Bowls
paperboard with grease-resistant coating (likely PFAS-based)
Skip if PFAS-avoidance is a priority; Dixie does not disclose coating chemistry for food-contact bowls.
⚠Waterproof or stain-proof treatment
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Responsible Products Classic Bowls Tree-Less Compostable Molded Fiber
Molded fiber (compostable) with undisclosed water/grease-resistant coating
Skip until coating transparency improves, molded fiber bowls often use PFAS-based water barriers.
⚠Waterproof or stain-proof treatment
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Farmers Fiber Compostable Round Bowl
Compostable fiber bowl with grease-resistant coating (composition not disclosed)
Skip until manufacturer discloses coating composition; compostable fiber bowls often use PFAS-based water/grease barriers.
⚠Waterproof or stain-proof treatment
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Repurpose Bowls
Compostable plant-based fiber (likely sugarcane bagasse or similar)
Lower concern, compostable fiber bowls avoid typical PFAS coatings, but grease-resistant treatment possible.
⚠Waterproof or stain-proof treatment
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PrimeWare 16 oz. Heavy Molded Fiber Bowls (Case of 1,000)
Molded fiber (pulp-based) with likely water/grease-resistant coating
Molded fiber bowls carry moderate PFAS risk from grease-resistant coatings; Dixie discloses nothing, request product spec sheet before bulk purchase.
⚠Waterproof or stain-proof treatment
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Genera TBA012B101IN 12 oz Disposable Bowl - Molded Fiber, Natural, Beige
Molded fiber (recycled paper pulp) with unknown water/grease-resistant coating
Molded fiber is lower concern, but the waterproofing treatment is undisclosed, skip if PFAS-avoidance is critical.
⚠Waterproof or stain-proof treatment
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