F

Is International Paper PFAS-free?

Across 16 graded products, International Paper averages F (45/100). On disclosure, the brand says nothing publicly about PFAS. 7 of its products grade C or better. Grades are model-based estimates, not lab results.

Worth buying from International Paper C or better, safest first

Kraft Paper Roll

International Paper

Kraft Paper Roll

kraft paper, no added Teflon-type coating/water-repellent coating stated

C
F
PFASAll
C · Moderate2 flags

Lower concern. Uncoated kraft paper carries minimal PFAS risk.

Risky category by default

Zoro Select Kraft Paper 12 inch 900 Ft. 40 Lb. Basis Weight 900 ft. 12"

International Paper

Zoro Select Kraft Paper 12 inch 900 Ft. 40 Lb. Basis Weight 900 ft. 12"

Kraft paper, unbleached or minimally processed cellulose

C
F
PFASAll
C · Moderate2 flags

Lower concern. Plain kraft paper roll unlikely to contain PFAS.

Risky category by default

Natural Kraft Paper Roll

International Paper

Natural Kraft Paper Roll

kraft paper, unbleached cellulose

C
F
PFASAll
C · Moderate2 flags

Lower concern. Bare kraft paper rarely requires PFAS treatment.

Risky category by default

Unbleached Butcher Paper Rolls

International Paper

Unbleached Butcher Paper Rolls

unbleached kraft paper, no added coating disclosed

C
F
PFASAll
C · Moderate2 flags

Lower concern. Unbleached paper unlikely to contain intentional PFAS.

Risky category by default

The Boxery Brown Kraft Paper Roll

International Paper

The Boxery Brown Kraft Paper Roll

Unbleached kraft paper, cellulose-based

C
F
PFASAll
C · Moderate2 flags

Lower concern. Uncoated kraft paper carries minimal PFAS risk.

Risky category by default

Kraft Paper: 30 in Roll Wd, 1,200 ft Roll Lg, 30 lb Roll Wt, 30 lb Basis Wt Model: 5PGL6

International Paper

Kraft Paper: 30 in Roll Wd, 1,200 ft Roll Lg, 30 lb Roll Wt, 30 lb Basis Wt Model: 5PGL6

kraft paper, uncoated

C
F
PFASAll
C · Moderate5 flags

Lower concern. Uncoated kraft paper has minimal PFAS risk.

Risky category by default

Idl Packaging White Butcher Paper 18" x 12000" Natural Butcher Paper Roll for Meat and Fish

International Paper

Idl Packaging White Butcher Paper 18" x 12000" Natural Butcher Paper Roll for Meat and Fish

bleached kraft paper, no specified coating

C
F
PFASAll
C · Moderate2 flags

Lower concern. Plain butcher paper, no PFAS-prone treatments detected.

Risky category by default

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

6 1/2" L x 1" W x 8" D - Pastry / Cookie Bag, Grease Resistant, White. Case of 1000.

International Paper

6 1/2" L x 1" W x 8" D - Pastry / Cookie Bag, Grease Resistant, White. Case of 1000.

Paper with grease-resistant coating (type unspecified)

F
F · High PFAS

Skip unless International Paper discloses the grease-resistant treatment, it may contain PFAS.

Waterproof or stain-proof treatment

Kraft Bread Bags

International Paper

Kraft Bread Bags

kraft paper with grease-resistant coating (composition unspecified)

F
F · High PFAS

Skip until International Paper discloses coating chemistry; grease-resistant food packaging commonly uses PFAS.

Waterproof or stain-proof treatment

5 1/4" x 7 1/2" Kraft Bakery Bag w/ Clear Front

International Paper

5 1/4" x 7 1/2" Kraft Bakery Bag w/ Clear Front

kraft paper with polyethylene/PP clear window; grease-resistant coating unspecified

F
F · High PFAS

Skip unless manufacturer confirms no fluorinated water-repellent coating treatment; standard kraft bags often use PFAS-based grease barriers.

Waterproof or stain-proof treatment

Bagcraft Grease-Resistant Single-Serve Bags

International Paper

Bagcraft Grease-Resistant Single-Serve Bags

Paper with grease-resistant coating (type unspecified)

F
F · High PFAS

Skip until the brand discloses coating chemistry; grease-resistant food packaging historically uses PFAS.

Waterproof or stain-proof treatment

Bakery Paper Sandwich Bag

International Paper

Bakery Paper Sandwich Bag

bleached kraft paper with grease-resistant coating (composition unspecified)

F
F · High PFAS

Skip until International Paper discloses coating chemistry, grease-resistant food packaging historically uses PFAS.

Waterproof or stain-proof treatment

Kraft Paper Bakery Sandwich / Cookie Bag 8 1/2 " x 1" x 6 1/2" Grease Resistant Bags. for Sandwiches, Pastry Food Snack Wraps Baggies Sleeves 1000 pc.

International Paper

Kraft Paper Bakery Sandwich / Cookie Bag 8 1/2 " x 1" x 6 1/2" Grease Resistant Bags. for Sandwiches, Pastry Food Snack Wraps Baggies Sleeves 1000 pc.

Kraft paper with grease-resistant coating (unspecified)

F
F · High PFAS

Skip unless International Paper discloses the grease-resistant coating; kraft bags routinely use PFAS-based treatments.

Waterproof or stain-proof treatment

Bakery Bags

International Paper

Bakery Bags

Kraft paper with grease-resistant coating (unspecified chemistry)

F
F · High PFAS

Skip or seek alternatives, grease-resistant bakery bags often contain PFAS, and International Paper discloses nothing.

Waterproof or stain-proof treatment

Karat Grease-Resistant Sandwich Bags

International Paper

Karat Grease-Resistant Sandwich Bags

Paper with grease-resistant coating (composition unspecified)

F
F · High PFAS

Skip, grease-resistant food packaging typically uses PFAS; no transparency from brand.

Waterproof or stain-proof treatment

Big Green Egg Butcher Paper

International Paper

Big Green Egg Butcher Paper

Kraft paper with grease-resistant coating (likely silicone or wax)

F
F
PFASAll
F · High PFAS3 flags

Grease-resistant butcher paper coating source unclear; PFAS risk unknown.

Waterproof or stain-proof treatment

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