Is Pactiv Evergreen PFAS-free?
Across 22 graded products, Pactiv Evergreen averages F (25/100). On disclosure, the brand says nothing publicly about PFAS. None of its products grade C or better yet. Grades are model-based estimates, not lab results.
Graded and flagged D and F, we’d swap these
Pactiv Evergreen
Pactiv EarthChoice Pressware Compostable Dinnerware Bowl
Molded fiber (sugarcane bagasse) with moisture/grease barrier coating
Skip until coating transparency improves, molded fiber food containers often use PFAS-based water/grease barriers.
⚠Waterproof or stain-proof treatment
Pactiv Evergreen
Compostable 16 oz Molded Fiber Bowls Value Pack
Molded fiber with unspecified water-resistant coating
Skip until Pactiv clarifies coating composition, molded fiber bowls often use PFAS-based grease barriers.
⚠Waterproof or stain-proof treatment
Pactiv Evergreen
1 Pint - Pactiv
paperboard with grease-resistant coating
Skip or contact brand, silent on PFAS in grease-resistant food packaging.
⚠Waterproof or stain-proof treatment
Pactiv Evergreen
Farmers Fiber Compostable Round Bowl
Fiber-based molded pulp with water/grease-resistant coating
Skip until coating transparency improves, compostable claim doesn't address PFAS risks in water barriers.
⚠Waterproof or stain-proof treatment
Pactiv Evergreen
Pactiv Laminated Foam Dinnerware Bowl
laminated foam (coating composition undisclosed)
Skip, laminated foam dinnerware typically uses PFAS-based water/grease repellents; brand discloses nothing.
⚠Waterproof or stain-proof treatment
Pactiv Evergreen
Pactiv Berry Basket
Molded pulp/fiber with likely grease-resistant coating
Skip, grease-resistant packaging likely contains PFAS; Pactiv makes no public commitment to avoid them.
⚠Waterproof or stain-proof treatment
Pactiv Evergreen
Placesetter Deluxe Laminated Foam Dinnerware Bowl
Laminated foam (polystyrene core with laminated coating)
Skip until manufacturer discloses coating composition; laminated foodware often contains PFAS-based grease barriers.
⚠Waterproof or stain-proof treatment
Pactiv Evergreen
Pactiv Compostable Rectangle Fiber Blend Bowl
Fiber blend (likely cellulose-based) with unspecified water/grease-resistant coating
Skip until brand discloses coating composition or certifies PFAS-free.
⚠Waterproof or stain-proof treatment
Pactiv Evergreen
Pactiv EarthChoice Entree2Go Takeout Container Vented Lid 5.65 x 4.25 x 0.93
Molded fiber (plant-based) with unspecified grease-resistant coating
Skip until Pactiv discloses coating chemistry; grease-resistant molded fiber typically uses PFAS.
⚠Waterproof or stain-proof treatment
Pactiv Evergreen
Pactiv EarthChoice Entree2Go Takeout Container
Paperboard with grease-resistant coating (likely PFAS-based)
Skip if PFAS-sensitive; grease-resistant food packaging typically contains PFAS.
⚠Waterproof or stain-proof treatment
Pactiv Evergreen
Pactiv Earthchoice Bagasse Compostable Hinged Lid Container
Bagasse (sugarcane fiber) with unspecified grease-resistant coating
Skip until brand discloses coating chemistry; bagasse + grease-resist = likely PFAS risk.
⚠Waterproof or stain-proof treatment
Pactiv Evergreen
Blueberry Modular Clamshell
Polypropylene clamshell with grease-resistant coating
Skip unless manufacturer discloses coating composition, grease-resistant food packaging commonly uses PFAS.
⚠Waterproof or stain-proof treatment
Pactiv Evergreen
Pactiv EarthChoice Versa2Go Microwaveable Container 6.8 x 6.8 x
Molded fiber/paperboard with moisture barrier coating (unspecified)
Skip until brand discloses coating; molded fiber containers often use fluorinated water/grease barriers.
⚠Waterproof or stain-proof treatment
Pactiv Evergreen
Pactiv EarthChoice Tamper Evident Recycled Hinged Lid Deli Container 16 oz
recycled plastic with undisclosed grease-resistant coating
Skip or seek transparent PFAS disclosure from Pactiv, grease-resistant food-contact packaging typically relies on fluorinated coatings.
⚠Waterproof or stain-proof treatment
Pactiv Evergreen
Newspring DELItainer Microwavable Container, 64 oz, 4.5 x 4.5 x 6.35, Natural, Plastic, 120/Carton ; Non-Stock Item - Extended
Polypropylene (PP) plastic, microwavable; grease-resistant coating unspecified
Skip or contact Pactiv Evergreen directly, grease-resistant food containers often use PFAS coatings, and this brand provides no disclosure.
⚠Waterproof or stain-proof treatment
Pactiv Evergreen
Pactiv EarthChoice Vented Microwavable MFPP Hinged Lid Container
MFPP (multi-layer polypropylene) hinged clamshell with venting
Lower concern than coated/treated packaging, but silent on PFAS, typical for food containers.
⚠Waterproof or stain-proof treatment
Pactiv Evergreen
Pactiv 1 Pint Clear Vented Clamshell Food Container
clear plastic clamshell, likely polystyrene or PET with grease-resistant coating
Likely lower concern, but grease-resistant coating not disclosed.
⚠Waterproof or stain-proof treatment
Pactiv Evergreen
Pactiv D186CLMW R3J Pizza Slice Clamshell Triangular Shape Paperboard
Paperboard with unspecified grease-resistant coating
Pizza clamshell coating unknown; grease-resistant coatings often contain PFAS.
⚠Waterproof or stain-proof treatment
Pactiv Evergreen
Green/Red Paper Pizza Clamshell
Paperboard with unspecified grease-resistant coating
Grease-resistant food packaging, coating composition undisclosed, higher PFAS risk.
⚠Waterproof or stain-proof treatment
Pactiv Evergreen
Pactiv OPS Sens Hinged Lid Clear Sandwich Container
Clear polystyrene (PS) plastic with proprietary coating
Polystyrene base is lower concern, but hinged grease-resistant seal may contain PFAS.
⚠Waterproof or stain-proof treatment
Pactiv Evergreen
Pactiv Foam Hinged Lid Containers
Expanded polystyrene foam with unspecified grease-resistant coating
Skip. Foam food containers often treated with PFAS for grease resistance.
⚠Waterproof or stain-proof treatment
Pactiv Evergreen
Conventional Foam Hinged Lid Container
Expanded polystyrene foam with unspecified surface coating
Skip; foam packaging often treated with PFAS for grease resistance.
⚠Waterproof or stain-proof treatment
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