Is Regal PFAS-free?
Across 8 graded products, Regal averages F (43/100). On disclosure, the brand says nothing publicly about PFAS. 3 of its products grade C or better. Grades are model-based estimates, not lab results.
Worth buying from Regal C or better, safest first
Regal
Compostable 16 oz Molded Fiber Bowls Value Pack
Molded fiber (post-consumer waste pulp)
Lower-concern baseline, molded fiber itself is PFAS-free, but compostability claims warrant vendor verification.
⚠Risky category by default
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Genera TBA012B101IN 12 oz Disposable Bowl - Molded Fiber, Natural, Beige
Molded fiber (paperboard/bagasse)
Lower PFAS concern; molded fiber bowls typically have minimal processing, but some brands add water/grease barriers, Regal silent on treatment.
⚠Risky category by default
Regal
Vanguard 80oz Regalia Serving Bowl
ceramic or stoneware (typical for serving bowls)
Lower PFAS concern for a plain ceramic serving bowl; no coatings or treatments typical.
⚠Risky category by default
Graded and flagged D and F, we’d swap these
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Matter Compostable Fiber Disposable Bowls
Compostable fiber (pulp/plant-based) with unspecified grease-resistant coating
Skip until coating composition is disclosed, compostable fiber bowls often use PFAS-based grease barriers.
⚠Waterproof or stain-proof treatment
Regal
Compostable Fiber Bowls
Fiber pulp with unspecified waterproof/grease-resistant coating
Skip until brand discloses coating composition; compostable claims don't exclude PFAS.
⚠Waterproof or stain-proof treatment
Regal
Responsible Products Multipurpose Bowls Tree-Less Compostable Molded Fiber
molded fiber (tree-less, likely agricultural waste)
Lower concern for direct PFAS risk, but greaseproofing process not disclosed, ask brand for transparency.
⚠Waterproof or stain-proof treatment
Regal
Responsible Products Classic Bowls Tree-Less Compostable Molded Fiber
Molded fiber (tree-less, likely agro-waste); coating/treatment unspecified
Skip until coating transparency improves, grease-resistant molded fiber often contains PFAS.
⚠Waterproof or stain-proof treatment
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Responsible Products Noodle Bowls Tree-Less Compostable Molded Fiber
molded fiber (tree-less, likely agricultural waste) with unspecified coating/treatment
Skip until coating ingredients are disclosed; molded fiber food packaging often uses PFAS-based water/grease barriers.
⚠Waterproof or stain-proof treatment
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