Is Katom PFAS-free?
Across 8 graded products, Katom averages F (48/100). On disclosure, the brand says nothing publicly about PFAS. 4 of its products grade C or better. Grades are model-based estimates, not lab results.
Worth buying from Katom C or better, safest first
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Kraft Paper Roll
Kraft paper, uncoated
Lower concern. Uncoated kraft paper is inherently PFAS-free material.
⚠Risky category by default
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Idl Packaging White Butcher Paper 18" x Natural Butcher Paper Roll for Meat and Fish
bleached paper, uncoated
Lower concern. Plain paper butcher wrap typically PFAS-free.
⚠Risky category by default
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Kraft Paper Sheets 24x24 / Without Center Cut / 500 Sheets per Case
Kraft paper, uncoated
Lower concern. Bare kraft paper rarely requires PFAS coatings.
⚠Risky category by default
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Unbleached Butcher Paper Rolls
unbleached kraft paper, no stated coating
Lower concern. Unbleached paper typically avoids grease-resistant coatings.
⚠Risky category by default
Graded and flagged D and F, we’d swap these
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Handy Wacks Flat Butcher Paper 12 X 12 X 2.5 Inch
Butcher paper, likely kraft with grease-resistant coating
Skip until brand discloses coating composition and PFAS status.
⚠Waterproof or stain-proof treatment
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Handy Wacks Bleached Butcher Paper
bleached kraft paper, likely with grease-resistant coating
Bleached butcher paper likely has water/grease treatment; PFAS status unclear from vendor.
⚠Waterproof or stain-proof treatment
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Katbite Butcher Paper Roll
Butcher paper with grease-resistant coating
Butcher paper likely coated for grease resistance; PFAS risk unclear without disclosure.
⚠Waterproof or stain-proof treatment
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12" - Butcher Paper Rolls Roll
Paper with grease-resistant coating
Butcher paper likely has grease-resistant coating; PFAS risk unknown.
⚠Waterproof or stain-proof treatment
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