Is Glad PFAS-free?
Across 30 graded products, Glad averages F (39/100). On disclosure, the brand says nothing publicly about PFAS. 8 of its products grade C or better. Grades are model-based estimates, not lab results.
Worth buying from Glad C or better, safest first
Glad
(2 pack) Glad Cling N Seal Plastic Food Wrap, 200 sq ft Roll
Low-density polyethylene (LDPE) film
Lower concern than coated cookware or water-repellent coating textiles; standard polyethylene film rarely treated with PFAS, though Glad does not publicly disclose PFAS avoidance.
⚠Risky category by default
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Heavy-Duty Aluminum Foil BBP0492
Aluminum foil (no added coating disclosed)
Lower PFAS concern; plain aluminum foil carries minimal risk, though Glad does not publicly disclose coating details.
⚠Risky category by default
Glad
GladWare Matchware Food Storage Containers, Value Pack - BPA Free Containers and Lids in a Variety of Sizes to Hold and Store Food Lock Tight
Polypropylene (PP) food-grade plastic containers and lids
Lower PFAS concern; standard polypropylene food storage typically avoids intentional PFAS, but brand provides no transparency.
⚠Risky category by default
Glad
Food Storage Containers To Go Lunch 32 oz (4 Containers)
Polypropylene (PP) plastic containers
Lower-concern option; basic food-storage plastic with no known PFAS risks but no brand transparency.
⚠Risky category by default
Glad
64 Oz. Clear Rectangle Deep Dish Container 3-Pack
Polypropylene (PP) plastic
Lower-concern food storage; Glad does not disclose PFAS, but PP containers rarely require fluorine-based treatments.
⚠Risky category by default
Glad
Food Storage Containers Family Size Container
polypropylene (PP) plastic
Lower PFAS concern; rigid food-storage PP containers rarely use PFAS coatings, but Glad discloses nothing.
⚠Risky category by default
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Take-Aways Rectangle Food Storage Containers
Polypropylene (PP) plastic containers
Lower concern: basic PP food containers carry minimal PFAS risk, but Glad doesn't publicly disclose.
⚠Risky category by default
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Deep Dish Food Storage Containers
Polypropylene (PP) plastic container and lids
Lower-concern food storage; polypropylene containers are not designed with PFAS coatings, but no brand disclosure adds minor opacity.
⚠Risky category by default
Graded and flagged D and F, we’d swap these
Glad
Crock-Pot Kitchen Slow Cooker Liner
Polyethylene (PE) plastic liner
Lower concern; single-use disposable PE liner carries minimal PFAS risk but offers no verification.
⚠Risky category by default
Glad
Slow Cooker Liners - 4 Pack
Plastic (polyethylene or similar polymer liner)
Lower concern, slow cooker liners are typically uncoated plastic, but Glad discloses nothing about PFAS.
⚠Risky category by default
Glad
IDL Packaging PFAS-Free Grease-Proof Paper Sheets
paper with grease-proof coating
Brand claims PFAS-free; grease-proof coating type unspecified, moderate concern remains.
⚠Waterproof or stain-proof treatment
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Press'n Seal Food Plastic Wrap
Polyethylene film with proprietary seal-enhancing coating (composition undisclosed)
Skip, proprietary moisture-barrier coating composition is undisclosed; PFAS risk cannot be ruled out.
⚠Waterproof or stain-proof treatment
Glad
Press'n Seal Food Wrap
polyethylene (PE) with unrevealed moisture/grease-resistant coating
Skip until Glad discloses coating chemistry, water/grease resistance on food wrap raises PFAS concern.
⚠Waterproof or stain-proof treatment
Glad
Cling Plastic Wrap
polyethylene (PE) film with unspecified coatings
Skip unless Glad discloses coating chemistry, cling films historically use slip agents that may include PFAS.
⚠Waterproof or stain-proof treatment
Glad
Press'n Seal Multipurpose Sealing Wrap, 140 sq ft, 3-count
Polyethylene-based film with undisclosed water/grease-resistant coating
Skip until Glad discloses coating composition; Press'n Seal's water-resistance suggests possible fluorinated treatment.
⚠Waterproof or stain-proof treatment
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Cling Wrap
Polyethylene (PE) film with unknown slip/cling coating
Skip until Glad discloses cling-coating chemistry; PE film alone is lower concern, but the cling agent is unspecified.
⚠Waterproof or stain-proof treatment
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(3 pack) Glad Cling N Seal Plastic Food Wrap, 300 Square Foot Roll
PVC plastic film with slip/release coating
Moderate caution: common plastic wrap with slip agent, PFAS use uncertain but historically possible in similar products.
⚠Waterproof or stain-proof treatment
Glad
x Crayola Take-Aways Rectangle Food Containers & Lids Wild Strawberry 7 ct
polypropylene (PP) with unspecified grease-resistant coating
Skip unless Glad discloses coating chemistry, grease-resistant food containers often contain PFAS.
⚠Waterproof or stain-proof treatment
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24 Oz. Clear Rectangle Soup & Salad Containers (5-Pack)
Polypropylene (PP) with presumed water/grease-resistant coating
Skip unless Glad discloses coating chemistry, grease-resistant food containers commonly contain PFAS.
⚠Waterproof or stain-proof treatment
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Parchment Paper Baking Sheet
Silicone-coated parchment paper
Lower concern, but verify ingredient sourcing with brand directly.
⚠Waterproof or stain-proof treatment
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Brand Buzz Glad Parchment Paper - Single Pack
cellulose paper with grease-resistant coating
Parchment paper grease coating composition unclear; skip if concerned.
⚠Waterproof or stain-proof treatment
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Bagcraft Grease-Resistant Paper Wraps and Liners
paper with grease-resistant coating, composition unspecified
Skip; grease-resistant coating source unknown, PFAS risk unclear.
⚠Waterproof or stain-proof treatment
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Round Disposable Paper Plates
paper with moisture/grease-resistant coating
Disposable paper plates likely contain grease-resistant coating; PFAS status unknown.
⚠Waterproof or stain-proof treatment
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Greaseproof Paper
paper with silicone or wax-based grease-resistant coating
Greaseproof coating type unclear.
⚠Waterproof or stain-proof treatment
Glad
Reynolds Kitchens Slow Cooker Liners
Plastic film with non-stick and moisture-resistant coating (unspecified)
Skip, slow cooker liners combine non-stick and water resistance, classic PFAS red flags, with no transparency from the brand.
⚠Nonstick, coating undisclosed
Glad
Slow Cooking Liners
Silicone or coated cellulose (unspecified nonstick liner)
Skip until Glad discloses liner composition and PFAS status.
⚠Nonstick, coating undisclosed
Glad
Dollar General Handi-Wrap Slow Cookers
ceramic or ceramic-coated inner surface (unspecified); outer casing material unclear
Skip until coating materials are disclosed, nonslick inner surface raises unresolved PFAS questions.
⚠Nonstick, coating undisclosed
Glad
Reynolds Slow Cooker Liners
Polyethylene film with unspecified non-stick coating
Skip until coating details clarified, non-stick liners commonly use PFAS.
⚠Nonstick, coating undisclosed
Glad
Slow Cooker Liners
Plastic liner (coating composition undisclosed)
Skip, single-use convenience product with opaque material disclosure and PFAS risk unaddressed.
⚠Nonstick, coating undisclosed
Glad
Dierberg Essential Everyday Slow Cooker Liner
Plastic film liner, coating unspecified
Skip, slow cooker liners are prone to PFAS coatings; Glad discloses nothing about this product.
⚠Nonstick, coating undisclosed
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