Is Huhtamaki PFAS-free?
Across 44 graded products, Huhtamaki averages F (28/100). 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 Huhtamaki C or better, safest first
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Chinet Heavyweight Plastic Bowls
polypropylene (PP) plastic
Lower concern; heavyweight disposable PP bowls carry minimal PFAS risk unless treated for grease-resistance.
⚠Risky category by default
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68005b Hinged Food Container 9"x9"x3" Molded Fiber 1-compt
Molded fiber (pressed bagasse/wood pulp)
Lower concern, uncoated molded fiber poses minimal PFAS risk, though no brand disclosure exists.
⚠Risky category by default
Graded and flagged D and F, we’d swap these
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Karat Earth Round Bowl
Compostable fiber bowl (plant-based pulp); water/grease-resistant coating
Lower-concern choice if you trust the compostability claim; waterproof coating source unclear.
⚠Waterproof or stain-proof treatment
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1pack Khaki Greaseproof Paper Bags Oil Resistant Kraft Paper Food Sandwich Bags for Bakery Cookies Fried Chicken Takeout Packing, 5X7.5In, Men's, Size
Kraft paper with grease-resistant coating (unspecified)
Skip unless Huhtamaki confirms coating is PFAS-free; grease-resistant food packaging commonly contains fluorochemicals.
⚠Waterproof or stain-proof treatment
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Paper Mart Pizza Boxes with Heat Vents
Paperboard with grease-resistant coating (type unspecified)
Skip until Huhtamaki discloses coating chemistry; grease-resistant pizza boxes commonly contain PFAS.
⚠Waterproof or stain-proof treatment
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Wholesale recycled pizza box ushi takeout packaging food grade packaging tamped printing box corrugated board box Custom ize gift box Recycled
recycled corrugated cardboard with unspecified coating/treatment
Skip unless Huhtamaki confirms no PFAS-based grease barriers on recycled pizza boxes.
⚠Waterproof or stain-proof treatment
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Wholesale Custom Pizza Hut Pizza Box 12 Inche Pizza Box 9 Inch Pizza Box,1000 Pieces
Paperboard with grease-resistant coating (unspecified)
Skip until coating is disclosed, pizza boxes commonly use PFAS-based grease barriers.
⚠Waterproof or stain-proof treatment
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212 MAIN Mini Greaseproof Cardboard Pizza Box, 500 pcs Pack, Microwave Safe for Takeout Use
cardboard with grease-resistant coating (unspecified)
Skip or contact Huhtamaki; grease-proof pizza boxes commonly use PFAS but brand discloses nothing.
⚠Waterproof or stain-proof treatment
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Farmers Fiber Compostable Round Bowl
Fiber-based molded pulp with water/grease-resistant coating
Lower PFAS concern due to fiber base, but water-resistant coating origin unclear, compostable claims don't exclude PFAS.
⚠Waterproof or stain-proof treatment
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Responsible Products Classic Bowls Tree-Less Compostable Molded Fiber
molded fiber (wood/plant pulp) with undisclosed grease-resistant coating
Skip until water/grease coating is disclosed; molded fiber bowls often use PFAS-based water-repellent coating treatments.
⚠Waterproof or stain-proof treatment
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EcoSystems Kraft Molded Fiber Bowl
Kraft molded fiber, likely grease-resistant coating
Skip until coating source is disclosed, molded fiber for food contact often uses fluorochemical water/grease barriers.
⚠Waterproof or stain-proof treatment
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Savaday Molded Fiber Bowls 45 oz White 500/Carton
Molded fiber (bleached wood/paper pulp) with standard food-contact barrier coating
Lower concern; molded fiber is typically PFAS-free, but grease-resistant coatings are often fluorinated, Huhtamaki has not publicly disclosed PFAS status.
⚠Waterproof or stain-proof treatment
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Disposable Bowls
Paper/fiber bowl with grease-resistant coating (composition undisclosed)
Skip until brand discloses coating chemistry, grease-resistant foodware commonly uses PFAS.
⚠Waterproof or stain-proof treatment
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48 oz Fiber Bowl — EarthPeak Solutions
Fiber (likely molded pulp) with grease-resistant coating, substance unspecified
Skip until transparency improves; fiber bowls with grease barriers often use PFAS, but EarthPeak/Huhtamaki discloses nothing.
⚠Waterproof or stain-proof treatment
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Dinner Plates and Vines
Coated paperboard/plastic laminate with unspecified grease-resistant coating
Skip pending transparency, grease-resistant food packaging often contains PFAS; Huhtamaki has not disclosed coating composition.
⚠Waterproof or stain-proof treatment
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Verdict Classic Molded Fiber Paper Plates
molded fiber (recycled paper) with undisclosed grease-resistant coating
Skip unless brand confirms PFAS-free; grease-resistant coatings on food contact are a known PFAS vector.
⚠Waterproof or stain-proof treatment
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Paper Dinnerware Plate 21217
Paperboard with grease-resistant coating (composition unspecified)
Skip or contact Huhtamaki, grease-resistant paper plates commonly use PFAS but brand won't disclose.
⚠Waterproof or stain-proof treatment
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Heavyweight Round Plate
Molded fiber pulp (likely bleached) with grease-resistant coating
Skip until Huhtamaki discloses coating chemistry; grease-resistant foodware commonly treated with PFAS.
⚠Waterproof or stain-proof treatment
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Chinet Molded Fiber Dinnerware Plate
molded fiber (pressed plant pulp) with water-resistant coating
Lower concern, but water-resistance coating source unknown, contact Huhtamaki for specifics.
⚠Waterproof or stain-proof treatment
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Lunch Paper Plates, 8.75 inch, Chinet White, 125 Count, Size: 9 inch
bleached paperboard with unspecified water/grease-resistant coating
Skip until manufacturer discloses coating chemistry, grease-resistant paper plates commonly use PFAS-based water repellents.
⚠Waterproof or stain-proof treatment
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Chinet White Heavyweight Plastic Plate 9" - 500/Case
Polystyrene (PS) with grease-resistant coating
Moderate concern: heavyweight disposable plates typically have grease-resistant treatments; Huhtamaki has not publicly disclosed PFAS status.
⚠Waterproof or stain-proof treatment
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GoldenGifts Heavyweight Plastic Plates
Plastic (likely polypropylene or polyethylene) with possible grease-resistant coating
Skip unless brand discloses coating composition, heavyweight disposable plates often use PFAS-based grease barriers.
⚠Waterproof or stain-proof treatment
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Single Wall Hot Cups
paperboard with polymer coating (grease barrier)
Skip until Huhtamaki discloses coating composition; single-wall cups often use fluorinated barriers.
⚠Waterproof or stain-proof treatment
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Disposable Coffee Cups
paperboard with polymer-based grease/water barrier coating (unspecified)
Skip until clarification, grease-resistant food packaging historically contains PFAS; Huhtamaki has not disclosed coating type.
⚠Waterproof or stain-proof treatment
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Chinet Comfort Insulated Hot Cup
paperboard with insulation layer; grease-resistant coating unspecified
Skip until Huhtamaki discloses coating chemistry, insulated cups commonly use PFAS-based water/grease barriers.
⚠Waterproof or stain-proof treatment
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24 Ounce White Paper Drink Cold Cup
Paper cup with waterproof/grease-resistant coating (unspecified)
Skip or contact Huhtamaki, paper food-contact cups often use PFAS-based coatings; no public disclosure here.
⚠Waterproof or stain-proof treatment
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Single Wall Hot Cups, 4 oz, Paper, White, 1,000/Case
Paper with unspecified grease-resistant coating
Skip until coating disclosed; single-wall hot cups typically use PFAS-based grease barriers.
⚠Waterproof or stain-proof treatment
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Chinet Comfort Comfort Cup
Paperboard cup with water/grease-resistant coating (unspecified)
Skip until Huhtamaki discloses coating composition, grease-resistant food containers are a known PFAS risk category.
⚠Waterproof or stain-proof treatment
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12 Ounce White Cold Paper Cup
paper cup with water/grease-resistant coating (unspecified)
Skip unless Huhtamaki discloses coating chemistry; cold cups typically use fluorinated polymers for waterproofing.
⚠Waterproof or stain-proof treatment
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Disposable Hot Cups
Paper cup with polyethylene and/or water-resistant coating (composition unspecified)
Skip until Huhtamaki discloses coating chemistry; water-resistant liners commonly contain PFAS.
⚠Waterproof or stain-proof treatment
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6 1/2" L x 1" W x 8" D - Pastry / Cookie Bag, Grease Resistant, White. Case of 1000.
Paper with grease-resistant coating (likely PFOA/PFAS-based or alternative)
Skip or contact Huhtamaki directly, grease-resistant food bags commonly use PFAS coatings; no disclosure available.
⚠Waterproof or stain-proof treatment
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6.5x1x8" Natural Grease Resistant Sandwich/Pastry Bags (2,000/Case)
Grease-resistant coated kraft paper; coating type undisclosed
Skip until manufacturer discloses grease-resistant chemistry; likely PFAS-based but unconfirmed.
⚠Waterproof or stain-proof treatment
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Grease-Proof 4 lb. HDPE Graphic Bakery Bag - 5"L x 3"D x 11"H
HDPE with grease-resistant coating (unspecified)
Skip or contact Huhtamaki directly, grease-resistant coating source is undisclosed.
⚠Waterproof or stain-proof treatment
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#9 White 5.5x4.5" Grease Resistant Bags (2,000/Case)
Paper with grease-resistant coating (unspecified)
Skip until coating is disclosed, grease-resistant foodware commonly uses PFAS.
⚠Waterproof or stain-proof treatment
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Double Opening Grease Resistant Kraft Sandwich Bags - 7 x 6.75 in. - 1000/cs (1000 / case)
Kraft paper with grease-resistant coating (unspecified)
Grease-resistant food packaging, PFAS risk likely but unconfirmed; brand discloses nothing.
⚠Waterproof or stain-proof treatment
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Restaurantware Bag Tek Double Open Bags
Kraft paper with grease-resistant coating (composition unspecified)
Grease-resistant food packaging; waterproofing agent unidentified, PFAS risk unclear without disclosure.
⚠Waterproof or stain-proof treatment
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High Density Bakery Bag with Print
Paper/cellulose with grease-resistant coating (unspecified)
Skip until Huhtamaki discloses coating chemistry, grease-resistant bakery paper is a common PFAS use case.
⚠Waterproof or stain-proof treatment
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71135 Food Container 32 oz
Coated paperboard with grease-resistant treatment
Skip or request material disclosure, grease-resistant food packaging commonly uses PFAS, and Huhtamaki provides no transparency.
⚠Waterproof or stain-proof treatment
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FOODSERVICE Flat Food Tray
Molded fiber/pulp with unknown moisture/grease barrier coating
Skip or contact Huhtamaki directly, foodservice tray coatings often use PFAS for grease resistance, but brand discloses nothing.
⚠Waterproof or stain-proof treatment
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Food Container Base 6 oz Paperboard White Round (Pack of 1000)
Paperboard with unspecified food-contact coating
Skip until Huhtamaki discloses coating chemistry or provides PFAS-free certification.
⚠Waterproof or stain-proof treatment
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250 Per Carton HU 12 oz Streetside Squat Paper Food Container with Lid
Paperboard with unspecified grease/water-resistant coating
Skip until Huhtamaki discloses coating chemistry, grease-resistant food packaging commonly uses PFAS.
⚠Waterproof or stain-proof treatment
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Foodservice 16 OZ White Vented Paper Lid Food Container
Paper with unspecified water/grease-resistant coating
Skip or contact brand for coating details; typical food-contact lids often contain PFAS.
⚠Waterproof or stain-proof treatment
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250/Case 64 oz. Double Poly White Paper Food Cup
double-poly white paper with water/grease-resistant coating (unspecified)
Skip until Huhtamaki discloses coating chemistry; food-contact PFAS concern is real.
⚠Waterproof or stain-proof treatment
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Soup Food Containers w/Vented Lids
Molded fiber/paperboard with liquid repellent coating (likely fluorochemical)
Skip or contact Huhtamaki directly, PFAS risk in grease-resistant food containers is real but unconfirmed here.
⚠Waterproof or stain-proof treatment
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