Gordon Paper Butcher Paper vs Staples Butcher Paper Roll: which is safer?
Gordon Paper Butcher Paper is the clear pick. Staples Butcher Paper Roll carries a failing PFAS grade, and we never recommend buying a failing product.
Our pick
Hardin Simmons
Gordon Paper Butcher Paper
PFAS grade
C 70/100
Overall grade
D 66/100
Verdict
Buy
Hazard flags
⚑ 1
Material
kraft paper, bleached sulfate pulp
Confidence
72%
PossibleFiber shedding and ingestion
Koppers
Staples Butcher Paper Roll
PFAS grade
F 25/100
Overall grade
F 21/100
Verdict
Skip
Hazard flags
⚑ 1
Material
kraft paper, likely silicone-coated or wax-treated
Confidence
62%
PossibleCoating leachables (unknown composition)
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