Is Repurposed PFAS-free?
Across 8 graded products, Repurposed averages F (46/100). 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 Repurposed C or better, safest first
Repurposed
Greenprint ClearlyCompostable BPI Certified Clear Cups
Polylactic acid (PLA) bioplastic, BPI-certified compostable
Lower PFAS concern, compostable PLA typically avoids intentional PFAS, but verify no fluorinated coatings on rim.
✓Verified PFAS-free by a third party
Repurposed
Repurpose Compostable Stemless Cups
plant-based compostable bioplastic (likely PLA or PHA blend)
Lower concern, compostable bioplastics rarely need PFAS, but brand silence on composition is a minor gap.
⚠Risky category by default
Repurposed
Repurpose 100% Compostable Plant Based Clear Cold Cup
Plant-based compostable plastic (likely PLA or similar biopolymer)
Lower-concern choice; compostable plant-based cups avoid typical PFAS coatings, but no explicit testing disclosed.
⚠Risky category by default
Graded and flagged D and F, we’d swap these
Repurposed
Repurpose Hot Cups
paper cup with internal waterproof coating (unspecified)
Skip until brand discloses coating chemistry, hot-cup liners commonly use PFAS.
⚠Waterproof or stain-proof treatment
Repurposed
Repurpose Compostable Cups
Plant-based fiber (likely PLA) with unspecified grease/water-resistant coating
Skip until brand discloses coating chemistry, compostable claim doesn't mean PFAS-free.
⚠Waterproof or stain-proof treatment
Repurposed
Repurpose 12 Ounce Disposable Cups - Case of 12/18 ct
Paper cup with unspecified grease-resistant coating
Skip until coating is disclosed; grease-resistant disposable cups commonly use PFAS.
⚠Waterproof or stain-proof treatment
Repurposed
Repurpose Red Party Cups
paperboard with unknown water-resistant coating
Skip until brand discloses coating composition, PFAS presence in red cups is documented concern.
⚠Waterproof or stain-proof treatment
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REPURPOSE 12oz Hot Cup 18 Count
paper cup with unknown water-resistant coating
Skip, typical disposable paper cup with unspecified grease/water barrier; PFAS risk unclear and brand silent.
⚠Waterproof or stain-proof treatment
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