Unbleached Butcher Paper Rolls vs Zoro Select Kraft Paper 12 inch 900 Ft. 40 Lb. Basis Weight 900 ft. 12": which is safer?
These two grade almost identically. Pick on price and preference; neither has a PFAS edge.
International Paper
Unbleached Butcher Paper Rolls
PFAS grade
C 70/100
Overall grade
F 62/100
Verdict
Buy
Hazard flags
⚑ 2
Material
unbleached kraft paper, no added coating disclosed
Confidence
78%
PossibleHeavy metals in pulp or additives
PossibleMold or microbial growth on stored rolls
International Paper
Zoro Select Kraft Paper 12 inch 900 Ft. 40 Lb. Basis Weight 900 ft. 12"
PFAS grade
C 70/100
Overall grade
F 62/100
Verdict
Buy
Hazard flags
⚑ 2
Material
Kraft paper, unbleached or minimally processed cellulose
Confidence
82%
PossibleMineral oil or paraffin coatings
PossibleMicrobial contamination (post-purchase)
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