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
International Paper
Kraft Paper Roll
kraft paper, no added Teflon-type coating/water-repellent coating stated
Lower concern. Uncoated kraft paper carries minimal PFAS risk.
⚠Risky category by default
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Zoro Select Kraft Paper 12 inch 900 Ft. 40 Lb. Basis Weight 900 ft. 12"
Kraft paper, unbleached or minimally processed cellulose
Lower concern. Plain kraft paper roll unlikely to contain PFAS.
⚠Risky category by default
International Paper
Natural Kraft Paper Roll
kraft paper, unbleached cellulose
Lower concern. Bare kraft paper rarely requires PFAS treatment.
⚠Risky category by default
International Paper
Unbleached Butcher Paper Rolls
unbleached kraft paper, no added coating disclosed
Lower concern. Unbleached paper unlikely to contain intentional PFAS.
⚠Risky category by default
International Paper
The Boxery Brown Kraft Paper Roll
Unbleached kraft paper, cellulose-based
Lower concern. Uncoated kraft paper carries minimal PFAS risk.
⚠Risky category by default
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
Lower concern. Uncoated kraft paper has minimal PFAS risk.
⚠Risky category by default
International Paper
Idl Packaging White Butcher Paper 18" x 12000" Natural Butcher Paper Roll for Meat and Fish
bleached kraft paper, no specified coating
Lower concern. Plain butcher paper, no PFAS-prone treatments detected.
⚠Risky category by default
Graded and flagged D and F, we’d swap these
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)
Skip unless International Paper discloses the grease-resistant treatment, it may contain PFAS.
⚠Waterproof or stain-proof treatment
International Paper
Kraft Bread Bags
kraft paper with grease-resistant coating (composition unspecified)
Skip until International Paper discloses coating chemistry; grease-resistant food packaging commonly uses PFAS.
⚠Waterproof or stain-proof treatment
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
Skip unless manufacturer confirms no fluorinated water-repellent coating treatment; standard kraft bags often use PFAS-based grease barriers.
⚠Waterproof or stain-proof treatment
International Paper
Bagcraft Grease-Resistant Single-Serve Bags
Paper with grease-resistant coating (type unspecified)
Skip until the brand discloses coating chemistry; grease-resistant food packaging historically uses PFAS.
⚠Waterproof or stain-proof treatment
International Paper
Bakery Paper Sandwich Bag
bleached kraft paper with grease-resistant coating (composition unspecified)
Skip until International Paper discloses coating chemistry, grease-resistant food packaging historically uses PFAS.
⚠Waterproof or stain-proof treatment
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)
Skip unless International Paper discloses the grease-resistant coating; kraft bags routinely use PFAS-based treatments.
⚠Waterproof or stain-proof treatment
International Paper
Bakery Bags
Kraft paper with grease-resistant coating (unspecified chemistry)
Skip or seek alternatives, grease-resistant bakery bags often contain PFAS, and International Paper discloses nothing.
⚠Waterproof or stain-proof treatment
International Paper
Karat Grease-Resistant Sandwich Bags
Paper with grease-resistant coating (composition unspecified)
Skip, grease-resistant food packaging typically uses PFAS; no transparency from brand.
⚠Waterproof or stain-proof treatment
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Big Green Egg Butcher Paper
Kraft paper with grease-resistant coating (likely silicone or wax)
Grease-resistant butcher paper coating source unclear; PFAS risk unknown.
⚠Waterproof or stain-proof treatment
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