Staples Butcher Paper Roll vs Butcher Paper: which is safer?

Staples Butcher Paper Roll is the clear pick. Butcher Paper carries a failing PFAS grade, and we never recommend buying a failing product.

Our pick

Staples Butcher Paper Roll

Compactor

Staples Butcher Paper Roll

PFAS grade

C 70/100

Overall grade

F 52/100

Verdict

Buy

Hazard flags

⚑ 3

Material

cellulose paper, uncoated or minimally treated

Confidence

82%

PossibleMold and bacterial growth (storage condition)

ReportedThermal degradation and combustion

PossibleSizing agents and wet-strength additives

Butcher Paper

Safeway Brand

Butcher Paper

PFAS grade

F 25/100

Overall grade

F 13/100

Verdict

Skip

Hazard flags

⚑ 3

Material

kraft paper with moisture/grease barrier coating

Confidence

62%

PossibleFluorinated barrier coating (PFAS family)

PossibleBacterial or mold growth on stored roll

PossibleCoating degradation and delamination over time

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