Is Restaurantware PFAS-free?
Across 8 graded products, Restaurantware averages F (36/100). On disclosure, the brand says nothing publicly about PFAS. 2 of its products grade C or better. Grades are model-based estimates, not lab results.
Worth buying from Restaurantware C or better, safest first
Restaurantware
Paper Straws & Drink Accessories Set of 100
Paper straws (cellulose-based)
Lower-concern choice; plain paper straws typically avoid PFAS, but brand discloses nothing.
⚠Risky category by default
Restaurantware
7.8 Inch Paper Straws For Drinking, 100 Sturdy Eco-Friendly Paper Straws - Premium Polka Dot Design, Pink Paper DurablePaper Straws, Vi
Paper straw, polka-dot print coating (unspecified)
Lower concern; plain paper straws carry minimal PFAS risk, but coating composition is undisclosed.
⚠Risky category by default
Graded and flagged D and F, we’d swap these
Restaurantware
Paper Straws
Paper with moisture/grease-resistant coating (unspecified)
Skip until brand discloses coating chemistry, paper straws commonly use PFAS-based water/grease barriers.
⚠Waterproof or stain-proof treatment
Restaurantware
Bev Tek Metallic Opal Paper Straw
Paper with metallic/opal coating (composition unspecified)
Skip until coating transparency improves; metallic food-contact coatings often use PFAS.
⚠Waterproof or stain-proof treatment
Restaurantware
Metallic Paper
Paper with metallic finish and water/grease-resistant coating (type unspecified)
Skip until coating composition is disclosed; grease-resistant food packaging commonly contains PFAS.
⚠Waterproof or stain-proof treatment
Restaurantware
Paper Cocktail Straw Biodegradable 6mm
Paper with unknown water-resistant coating
Skip unless brand discloses coating chemistry, grease-resistant paper straws commonly use PFAS.
⚠Waterproof or stain-proof treatment
Restaurantware
Comfy Package Paper Drinking Straws
Paper with water-resistant coating (unspecified composition)
Paper straws are lower concern for PFAS than plastic, but supplier silence on coating composition leaves moderate uncertainty.
⚠Waterproof or stain-proof treatment
Restaurantware
Pink Paper Straws
Paper with undisclosed water/grease-resistant coating
Skip until brand discloses coating composition or provides PFAS-free verification.
⚠Waterproof or stain-proof treatment
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