Coffee Cups, ranked by PFAS safety

98 products graded A to F, safest first. 13 earn a C or better and are worth buying.

Bad · Better · Best coffee cups

The quickest read: what to skip and the top-graded picks worth buying instead.

AvoidF
80 sets - 16oz Gray Ripple Wall Paper Coffee Cups with Lids & Straw - Perfect for Hot Drinks & Cafe - (80sets/box)

Liftoff

80 sets - 16oz Gray Ripple Wall Paper Coffee Cups with Lids & Straw - Perfect for Hot Drinks & Cafe - (80sets/box)

25/100 safety

Skip until brand discloses coating composition; paper cups often use PFAS-based grease barriers.

BetterC
8 oz Paper Hot Cup

World Centric

8 oz Paper Hot Cup

70/100 safety

Lower-concern choice; World Centric's plant-based coating avoids PFAS-laden Teflon-family coating typical in food packaging.

Best pickA
Greenprint ClearlyCompostable BPI Certified Clear Cups

Repurposed

Greenprint ClearlyCompostable BPI Certified Clear Cups

100/100 safety

Lower PFAS concern, compostable PLA typically avoids intentional PFAS, but verify no fluorinated coatings on rim.

Worth buying graded C or better, safest first

Greenprint ClearlyCompostable BPI Certified Clear Cups

Repurposed

Greenprint ClearlyCompostable BPI Certified Clear Cups

Polylactic acid (PLA) bioplastic, BPI-certified compostable

A
A
PFASAll
A · Very low PFAS2 flags

Lower PFAS concern, compostable PLA typically avoids intentional PFAS, but verify no fluorinated coatings on rim.

BPI Certified Compostable

Verified PFAS-free by a third party

Vegware Compostable Espresso Cups 120Ml

Vegware

Compostable Espresso Cups 120Ml

plant-based coated paperboard (PLA lining)

B
C
PFASAll
B · Low PFAS3 flags

Lower PFAS concern; compostable plant-based coating avoids traditional Teflon-family coating water-resistance chemistry.

Compostable Certification (EN 13432 or similar)

Risky category by default

Eco-Products World Art Hot Cups 4oz

Eco-Products

World Art Hot Cups 4oz

Plant-based compostable PLA coating

C
F
PFASAll
C · Moderate4 flags

Lower PFAS concern, brand explicitly avoids PFAS repellents in compostable cups.

Compostable Certification (BPI)OEKO-TEX or equivalent verified PFAS-free claims on select products

Waterproof or stain-proof treatment

Solo Cup Company Grips Plastic Cups SQ1830

Solo

Cup Company Grips Plastic Cups SQ1830

polystyrene plastic (PS) with grip coating

C
F
PFASAll
C · Moderate4 flags

Lower concern for PFAS, but Solo does not disclose coating composition.

Risky category by default

Vegware 89-Series Hot Cup 12 oz

Vegware

89-Series Hot Cup 12 oz

PLA/PBAT compostable coating with water-based barrier

C
F
PFASAll
C · Moderate4 flags

Lower PFAS concern; use confidently if compostable claim matters to you.

OK Compost HomeEN 13432 certified

Waterproof or stain-proof treatment

Vegware 79-Series 6oz White Hot Cup

Vegware

79-Series 6oz White Hot Cup

Fiber-based cup with water-resistant coating (PFAS-free)

C
F
PFASAll
C · Moderate3 flags

Lower concern; credible brand with stated PFAS-free position and compostable design.

Compostable (EN 13432)Vegware sustainability commitment

Waterproof or stain-proof treatment

8 oz Paper Hot Cup

World Centric

8 oz Paper Hot Cup

Paper with plant-based coating (no PFOA/PFAS)

C
F
PFASAll
C · Moderate2 flags

Lower-concern choice; World Centric's plant-based coating avoids PFAS-laden Teflon-family coating typical in food packaging.

Certified Compostable (BPI)GREEN SEAL

Waterproof or stain-proof treatment

Paper Cold Cup

World Centric

Paper Cold Cup

Paper with water-based coating/barrier

C
F
PFASAll
C · Moderate2 flags

Lower-concern choice; credible PFAS-free claim with compostable credentials.

Compostable (BPI-certified)World Centric's stated PFAS-free formulation

Waterproof or stain-proof treatment

Responsible Products Compostable Squat Hot Cup

Footprint

Responsible Products Compostable Squat Hot Cup

Plant-based fiber (molded fiber) with water-resistant coating

C
F
PFASAll
C · Moderate3 flags

Lower-concern choice; compostable fiber cup with PFAS-free positioning, though verify specific batch certification.

Compostable (BPI or EN 13432 certification typical for Footprint molded fiber products)

Waterproof or stain-proof treatment

Repurpose Compostable Stemless Cups

Repurposed

Repurpose Compostable Stemless Cups

plant-based compostable bioplastic (likely PLA or PHA blend)

C
F
PFASAll
C · Moderate2 flags

Lower concern, compostable bioplastics rarely need PFAS, but brand silence on composition is a minor gap.

Risky category by default

Repurpose 100% Compostable Plant Based Clear Cold Cup

Repurposed

Repurpose 100% Compostable Plant Based Clear Cold Cup

Plant-based compostable plastic (likely PLA or similar biopolymer)

C
F
PFASAll
C · Moderate3 flags

Lower-concern choice; compostable plant-based cups avoid typical PFAS coatings, but no explicit testing disclosed.

Risky category by default

ECOLipak Compostable Cups with CPLA Lid

BioPac

ECOLipak Compostable Cups with CPLA Lid

CPLA (polylactic acid) and paper-based composition

C
F
PFASAll
C · Moderate3 flags

Lower PFAS concern; compostable bioplastic cups rarely use fluorinated coatings, but no explicit PFAS commitment.

Risky category by default

16oz Renewables Ripple Grip Ripple Wall Compostable Cup (Black) Case of 500

Aardvark

16oz Renewables Ripple Grip Ripple Wall Compostable Cup (Black) Case of 500

Plant-based compostable coating (likely PLA or cellulose-based)

C
F
PFASAll
C · Moderate3 flags

Lower concern; compostable cups rarely use PFAS, but brand provides no explicit assurance.

Risky category by default

Graded and flagged D and F, we’d swap these

Oh Baby with Baby Feet Styrofoam Cups at The Stationery Studio

Footprint

Oh Baby with Baby Feet Styrofoam Cups at The Stationery Studio

Expanded polystyrene (EPS) foam

F
F · High PFAS

Skip, Footprint's material and PFAS stance remain undisclosed.

Risky category by default

And The Story Begins with Baby Feet Styrofoam Cups at The Stationery Studio

Footprint

And The Story Begins with Baby Feet Styrofoam Cups at The Stationery Studio

Molded fiber (likely recycled paper/wood pulp)

F
F · High PFAS

Lower PFAS concern due to material type, but brand transparency is absent.

Risky category by default

And The Story Begins with Baby Feet Paper Coffee Cups at The Stationery Studio

Footprint

And The Story Begins with Baby Feet Paper Coffee Cups at The Stationery Studio

paper with plant-based coating

F
F · High PFAS

Lower-concern choice among paper cups; verify PFAS-free claim independently before full confidence.

Waterproof or stain-proof treatment

BioPak Green Cold Paper BioCup

BioPac

BioPak Green Cold Paper BioCup

Paper-based with plant-based coating (PHA/bioplastic)

F
F · High PFAS

Lower-concern option for cold beverage cups; PFAS-free positioning backed by material choice, but independent verification absent.

Waterproof or stain-proof treatment

Eco-Products World Art Renewable Resource Hot Drink Cups

Eco-Products

World Art Renewable Resource Hot Drink Cups

Paperboard with unknown water/grease-resistant coating

F
F · High PFAS

Skip until brand discloses coating chemistry or certifies PFAS-free.

Waterproof or stain-proof treatment

Eco-Products GreenStripe Renewable Compostable Hot Cups

Eco-Products

GreenStripe Renewable Compostable Hot Cups

Plant-based fiber (sugarcane bagasse) with proprietary water/grease-resistant coating

F
F · High PFAS

Skip until brand discloses coating composition; GreenStripe's water-barrier likely contains PFAS despite eco-positioning.

Compostable (ASTM D6868)

Waterproof or stain-proof treatment

Eco-Products World Art Renewable Resource Hot Drink Cups

BioPac

Eco-Products World Art Renewable Resource Hot Drink Cups

Plant-based fiber/PLA composite with unspecified water-resistant coating

F
F · High PFAS

Skip until coating composition is disclosed; greaseproof hot-cup liners commonly use PFAS.

Waterproof or stain-proof treatment

Disposable Coffee Cups 10 Ounce Eco Friendly Paper Cups To Go Coffee Paper Cups Coffee Bar

Liftoff

Disposable Coffee Cups 10 Ounce Eco Friendly Paper Cups To Go Coffee Paper Cups Coffee Bar

Paper with unspecified grease-resistant coating

F
F · High PFAS

Skip until brand discloses coating details, disposable cups commonly use PFAS-based waterproofing.

Waterproof or stain-proof treatment

Dixie To Go Paper Cups & Lids

Dixie

To Go Paper Cups & Lids

paperboard with grease-resistant/water-resistant coating (unspecified)

F
F · High PFAS

Skip or contact Dixie directly, no public PFAS disclosure on a product category with PFAS concern.

Waterproof or stain-proof treatment

Dixie To Go 12 oz. Paper Cup with Leak-Resistant Lid

Dixie

To Go 12 oz. Paper Cup with Leak-Resistant Lid

Paper cup with water/grease-resistant coating (unspecified chemistry)

F
F · High PFAS

Skip unless Dixie confirms no PFAS-based water-resistance coating.

Waterproof or stain-proof treatment

Dixie Hot Paper Cups PerfecTouch

Dixie

Hot Paper Cups PerfecTouch

Paper with grease-resistant coating (unspecified)

F
F · High PFAS

Skip or contact Dixie directly, grease-resistant paper cups historically used PFAS; no transparency here.

Waterproof or stain-proof treatment

Starbucks Pike Place K-Cup

Starbucks

Pike Place K-Cup

K-Cup plastic pod with paper/cellulose filter and unknown coating/lining

F
F · High PFAS

Skip or brew loose Pike Place instead; pod composition undisclosed, grease-resistant coating typical of K-Cup linings.

Waterproof or stain-proof treatment

Starbucks Paper Cups - 46 Ct/ Sealed Sleeve. White Disposable Coffee

Starbucks

Paper Cups - 46 Ct/ Sealed Sleeve. White Disposable Coffee

paper with proprietary water/grease-resistant coating (unspecified)

F
F · High PFAS

Skip if PFAS-conscious, Starbucks does not disclose cup coating chemistry.

Waterproof or stain-proof treatment

Starbucks Compostable Hot/Cold Cups

Starbucks

Compostable Hot/Cold Cups

Plant-based fiber coating (PLA-lined) with unspecified waterproofing layer

F
F · High PFAS

Skip until Starbucks discloses waterproofing chemistry, compostable doesn't mean PFAS-free.

Waterproof or stain-proof treatment

Solo To Go Strawless Cups with Lids

Solo

To Go Strawless Cups with Lids

Polystyrene (PS) cup with proprietary water/grease-resistant coating on interior surface

F
F · High PFAS

Skip, Solo hasn't disclosed coating chemistry; grease-resistant food packaging commonly contains PFAS.

Waterproof or stain-proof treatment

Solo Bistro Design Hot Drink Cups Paper

Solo

Bistro Design Hot Drink Cups Paper

paperboard with unspecified water/grease-resistant coating

F
F · High PFAS

Skip until Solo discloses coating chemistry; paper cups routinely contain PFAS-based water barriers.

Waterproof or stain-proof treatment

Dart Container Corporation Solo Cup Polycoated Hot Paper Cups

Solo

Dart Container Corporation Solo Cup Polycoated Hot Paper Cups

paper with polycoated (plastic/wax) water barrier

F
F · High PFAS

Skip, Solo's polycoated cups likely contain PFAS-based grease-resistant treatment, unconfirmed by brand.

Waterproof or stain-proof treatment

SOLO Hot Paper Cups

Solo

Hot Paper Cups

Paper with grease-resistant/waterproof coating (unspecified)

F
F · High PFAS

Skip if concerned about PFAS in food-contact coatings; low transparency raises caution flags.

Waterproof or stain-proof treatment

Solo Bistro Hot/Cold Foam Cups with Lids

Solo

Bistro Hot/Cold Foam Cups with Lids

Expanded polystyrene foam with unspecified water/grease-resistant coating

F
F · High PFAS

Skip, foam cups commonly use PFAS-based water barriers; Solo does not disclose coating chemistry.

Waterproof or stain-proof treatment

Target Solo Red Disposable Cups

Solo

Target Solo Red Disposable Cups

Coated paper/paperboard with grease-resistant barrier

F
F · High PFAS

Skip if PFAS-concerned; Solo's grease-barrier coating composition remains undisclosed.

Waterproof or stain-proof treatment

Thermoguard Insulated Paper Hot Cups

Solo

Thermoguard Insulated Paper Hot Cups

Paper with fluorochemical-based water/grease-resistant coating

F
F · High PFAS

Likely PFAS-coated food contact paper, skip if concerned; choose uncoated or manufacturer-certified alternatives.

Waterproof or stain-proof treatment

Dart 8.5 oz Insulated Beverage Cups

Dart Container

Dart 8.5 oz Insulated Beverage Cups

Polycoated paperboard with proprietary grease/moisture barrier

F
F · High PFAS

Skip unless Dart publicly commits to PFAS-free barriers; insulated cups often hide fluorinated coatings.

Waterproof or stain-proof treatment

Dart Insulated Beverage Cups 16 fl oz 20 Count

Dart Container

Dart Insulated Beverage Cups 16 fl oz 20 Count

polystyrene foam with waterproof/grease-resistant coating

F
F · High PFAS

Skip, insulated foam cups often use PFAS coatings; Dart does not disclose, making assessment impossible.

Waterproof or stain-proof treatment

Dart Container Dccdwtg16w 16 oz Hot Cup - Pack of 30, Size: 3.7 inch

Dart Container

Dccdwtg16w 16 oz Hot Cup - Pack of 30, Size: 3.7 inch

Paperboard hot cup with water-resistant coating

F
F · High PFAS

Skip if concerned about PFAS; many hot cups use fluorinated coatings, ask Dart directly or choose uncoated alternatives.

Waterproof or stain-proof treatment

DART Insulated Foam Hot and Cold Cup

Dart Container

DART Insulated Foam Hot and Cold Cup

expanded polystyrene foam with grease-resistant coating

F
F · High PFAS

Skip until Dart discloses coating chemistry or commits to PFAS-free standards.

Waterproof or stain-proof treatment

Dart 12x16g 12 oz Cafe G Foam Cup Case of 1000

Dart Container

Dart 12x16g 12 oz Cafe G Foam Cup Case of 1000

Expanded polystyrene foam with water/grease-resistant coating

F
F · High PFAS

Skip, foam food packaging commonly contains fluorinated coatings, Dart discloses nothing about PFAS.

Waterproof or stain-proof treatment

Dart 32TJ32 32 Oz. Customizable Cold And Hot Beverage Cup

Dart Container

Dart 32TJ32 32 Oz. Customizable Cold And Hot Beverage Cup

Foam polystyrene cup with grease-resistant coating

F
F · High PFAS

Skip, foam food service cups commonly use PFAS-based grease barriers; no transparency from Dart.

Waterproof or stain-proof treatment

Dart Cafe G Foam Hot/Cold Cups

Dart Container

Dart Cafe G Foam Hot/Cold Cups

Polystyrene foam with grease-resistant coating (unspecified)

F
F · High PFAS

Skip, foam cups typically use PFAS-based grease barriers; Dart discloses nothing.

Waterproof or stain-proof treatment

Dart Hot Paper Cups

Dart Container

Dart Hot Paper Cups

paper with polymer/wax grease-resistant coating (unspecified)

F
F · High PFAS

Skip or contact Dart directly; hot paper cups often use fluorinated coatings but Dart discloses nothing.

Waterproof or stain-proof treatment

Huhtamaki Single Wall Hot Cups

Huhtamaki

Single Wall Hot Cups

paperboard with polymer coating (grease barrier)

F
F · High PFAS

Skip until Huhtamaki discloses coating composition; single-wall cups often use fluorinated barriers.

Waterproof or stain-proof treatment

Disposable Coffee Cups

Huhtamaki

Disposable Coffee Cups

paperboard with polymer-based grease/water barrier coating (unspecified)

F
F · High PFAS

Skip until clarification, grease-resistant food packaging historically contains PFAS; Huhtamaki has not disclosed coating type.

Waterproof or stain-proof treatment

HUHTAMAKI Chinet Comfort Insulated Hot Cup

Huhtamaki

Chinet Comfort Insulated Hot Cup

paperboard with insulation layer; grease-resistant coating unspecified

F
F · High PFAS

Skip until Huhtamaki discloses coating chemistry, insulated cups commonly use PFAS-based water/grease barriers.

Waterproof or stain-proof treatment

Huhtamaki 24 Ounce White Paper Drink Cold Cup

Huhtamaki

24 Ounce White Paper Drink Cold Cup

Paper cup with waterproof/grease-resistant coating (unspecified)

F
F · High PFAS

Skip or contact Huhtamaki, paper food-contact cups often use PFAS-based coatings; no public disclosure here.

Waterproof or stain-proof treatment

Huhtamaki Single Wall Hot Cups, 4 oz, Paper, White, 1,000/Case

Huhtamaki

Single Wall Hot Cups, 4 oz, Paper, White, 1,000/Case

Paper with unspecified grease-resistant coating

F
F · High PFAS

Skip until coating disclosed; single-wall hot cups typically use PFAS-based grease barriers.

Waterproof or stain-proof treatment

HUHTAMAKI Chinet Comfort Comfort Cup

Huhtamaki

Chinet Comfort Comfort Cup

Paperboard cup with water/grease-resistant coating (unspecified)

F
F · High PFAS

Skip until Huhtamaki discloses coating composition, grease-resistant food containers are a known PFAS risk category.

Waterproof or stain-proof treatment

Huhtamaki 12 Ounce White Cold Paper Cup

Huhtamaki

12 Ounce White Cold Paper Cup

paper cup with water/grease-resistant coating (unspecified)

F
F · High PFAS

Skip unless Huhtamaki discloses coating chemistry; cold cups typically use fluorinated polymers for waterproofing.

Waterproof or stain-proof treatment

Disposable Hot Cups

Huhtamaki

Disposable Hot Cups

Paper cup with polyethylene and/or water-resistant coating (composition unspecified)

F
F · High PFAS

Skip until Huhtamaki discloses coating chemistry; water-resistant liners commonly contain PFAS.

Waterproof or stain-proof treatment

Vegware Compostable Coffee Cups

Vegware

Compostable Coffee Cups

Plant-based fiber coating (likely PHA or PLA with water-barrier layer)

F
F · High PFAS

Compostable claim doesn't rule out PFAS water-barriers; Vegware's coating composition remains opaque to public.

Waterproof or stain-proof treatment

Vegware Compostable Coffee Cups VDW-12

Vegware

Compostable Coffee Cups VDW-12

Plant-based fiber (wood pulp) with unspecified water/grease-resistant coating

F
F · High PFAS

Skip until PFAS status clarified, compostable cups often use fluorinated coatings despite eco-friendly claims.

Compostable (EN13432/ASTM D6868)

Waterproof or stain-proof treatment

62-Series 4oz Compostable Hot Cups

Vegware

62-Series 4oz Compostable Hot Cups

Plant-based fiber lined with polycoated waterproof barrier

F
F · High PFAS

Skip until full transparency on barrier coatings.

Waterproof or stain-proof treatment

up&up Compostable Hot Cups with Lids

Vegware

up&up Compostable Hot Cups with Lids

PLA/plant-based lining with waterproof coating (unspecified)

F
F · High PFAS

Skip until Vegware discloses their waterproof coating chemistry.

Waterproof or stain-proof treatment

6 oz. Compostable Hot Cups, White, 79-Series, Pack 50

Vegware

6 oz. Compostable Hot Cups, White, 79-Series, Pack 50

Compostable coating (PHA/PBAT-based); water-barrier layer unspecified

F
F · High PFAS

Skip until Vegware discloses coating composition; compostable ≠ PFAS-free.

Waterproof or stain-proof treatment

World Centric Compostable Cold Cups

World Centric

Compostable Cold Cups

Compostable fiber/paper with unknown water-barrier coating

F
F · High PFAS

Skip until brand discloses or tests its coating barrier.

Waterproof or stain-proof treatment

Eco-Products World Art Renewable Resource Hot Drink Cups

World Centric

Eco-Products World Art Renewable Resource Hot Drink Cups

Paperboard with unknown water/grease-resistant coating

F
F · High PFAS

Skip until coating is disclosed; paperboard hot-cup linings commonly use fluorinated treatments.

Waterproof or stain-proof treatment

Eco Products World Art Renewable/Compostable Hot Cups

World Centric

Eco Products World Art Renewable/Compostable Hot Cups

Compostable PLA/PBAT with proprietary water-resistant coating

F
F · High PFAS

Skip until explicit water-barrier confirmation, compostable cups often use PFAS-based coatings despite eco claims.

Compostable (ASTM D6868 / EN 13432)

Waterproof or stain-proof treatment

World Centric Compostable Hot Paper Cups

World Centric

Compostable Hot Paper Cups

paper with unspecified water-resistant coating

F
F · High PFAS

Skip until World Centric discloses coating composition or certifies PFAS-free.

Waterproof or stain-proof treatment

Oh Baby with Baby Feet Paper Coffee Cups at The Stationery Studio

Footprint

Oh Baby with Baby Feet Paper Coffee Cups at The Stationery Studio

Paper cup with grease-resistant coating (type unspecified)

F
F · High PFAS

Skip until Footprint discloses coating chemistry or commits to PFAS-free standards.

Waterproof or stain-proof treatment

Planet+ Compostable Hot Cups

Footprint

Planet+ Compostable Hot Cups

Compostable fiber blend with unspecified grease-resistant coating

F
F · High PFAS

Skip until coating is disclosed; compostable claims don't clarify PFAS risk in water/grease barrier.

Waterproof or stain-proof treatment

Fertile Ground Insulated Hot Cups

Footprint

Fertile Ground Insulated Hot Cups

Plant-based fiber cup with moisture/grease barrier coating (unspecified)

F
F · High PFAS

Skip until Footprint clarifies the barrier coating, plant fiber cups typically need water-repellent coating treatment, often PFAS-based.

Waterproof or stain-proof treatment

UNIQ Paw Print Pup Paper Food Cups

Footprint

UNIQ Paw Print Pup Paper Food Cups

Paper with grease-resistant coating (unspecified)

F
F · High PFAS

Skip until transparency improves, grease-resistant food packaging often contains PFAS, and Footprint hasn't disclosed their coating.

Waterproof or stain-proof treatment

Repurpose Hot Cups

Repurposed

Repurpose Hot Cups

paper cup with internal waterproof coating (unspecified)

F
F · High PFAS

Skip until brand discloses coating chemistry, hot-cup liners commonly use PFAS.

Waterproof or stain-proof treatment

Repurpose Compostable Cups

Repurposed

Repurpose Compostable Cups

Plant-based fiber (likely PLA) with unspecified grease/water-resistant coating

F
F · High PFAS

Skip until brand discloses coating chemistry, compostable claim doesn't mean PFAS-free.

Waterproof or stain-proof treatment

Repurpose 12 Ounce Disposable Cups - Case of 12/18 ct

Repurposed

Repurpose 12 Ounce Disposable Cups - Case of 12/18 ct

Paper cup with unspecified grease-resistant coating

F
F · High PFAS

Skip until coating is disclosed; grease-resistant disposable cups commonly use PFAS.

Waterproof or stain-proof treatment

Repurpose Red Party Cups

Repurposed

Repurpose Red Party Cups

paperboard with unknown water-resistant coating

F
F · High PFAS

Skip until brand discloses coating composition, PFAS presence in red cups is documented concern.

Waterproof or stain-proof treatment

REPURPOSE 12oz Hot Cup 18 Count

Repurposed

REPURPOSE 12oz Hot Cup 18 Count

paper cup with unknown water-resistant coating

F
F · High PFAS

Skip, typical disposable paper cup with unspecified grease/water barrier; PFAS risk unclear and brand silent.

Waterproof or stain-proof treatment

Eco Products World Art Renewable/Compostable Hot Cups

BioPac

Eco Products World Art Renewable/Compostable Hot Cups

Compostable fiber/plant-based coating (unspecified)

F
F · High PFAS

Skip until coating composition is disclosed, compostable claim doesn't exclude PFAS barriers.

Waterproof or stain-proof treatment

Compostable Hot Cups – 12oz | Eco-Products | QTY 50

BioPac

Compostable Hot Cups – 12oz | Eco-Products | QTY 50

Plant-based fiber with water/grease-resistant coating (unspecified)

F
F · High PFAS

Skip until brand discloses coating chemistry, compostable cups often rely on PFAS-based water barriers.

Waterproof or stain-proof treatment

up&up Compostable Hot Cups with Lids

BioPac

up&up Compostable Hot Cups with Lids

Compostable fiber (likely PLA or plant-based coating with unspecified grease/moisture barrier)

F
F · High PFAS

Skip until brand discloses water/grease barrier coating composition.

Waterproof or stain-proof treatment

10oz Paper Bio Coffee Cup, Individually Wrapped, Case Of 1,000

BioPac

10oz Paper Bio Coffee Cup, Individually Wrapped, Case Of 1,000

Paper with unspecified water/grease-resistant coating

F
F · High PFAS

Skip until coating is disclosed; paper cups commonly use PFAS-based water barriers.

Waterproof or stain-proof treatment

ECO- Lipak Compostable Paper Cups

BioPac

ECO- Lipak Compostable Paper Cups

Paper with unspecified waterproof/grease-resistant coating

F
F · High PFAS

Skip until coating is disclosed; compostable claims don't confirm PFAS-free.

Waterproof or stain-proof treatment

Dart J Cup Hot/Cold Cups, 20 Oz., 500/Carton

JACO

Dart J Cup Hot/Cold Cups, 20 Oz., 500/Carton

Coated paperboard (hot/cold cup with internal water/grease-resistant barrier)

F
F · High PFAS

Skip until confirmation; grease-resistant food packaging often treated with PFAS, Dart's stance is opaque.

Waterproof or stain-proof treatment

IECO Tripple Wall Hot Cup & Lid 16oz/ 473ml

JACO

IECO Tripple Wall Hot Cup & Lid 16oz/ 473ml

paperboard triple-wall with unspecified water/grease-resistant coating

F
F · High PFAS

Skip until coating is disclosed, triple-wall hot cups commonly use PFAS-based water barriers.

Waterproof or stain-proof treatment

Custom Single Wall Disposable Coffee Cups

JACO

Custom Single Wall Disposable Coffee Cups

Paper cup with unspecified water/grease-resistant coating

F
F · High PFAS

Skip until JACO discloses coating chemistry or provides testing.

Waterproof or stain-proof treatment

DART FOAM CUPS

JACO

DART FOAM CUPS

Expanded polystyrene foam with unknown grease-resistant coating

F
F · High PFAS

Skip, foam food packaging with undisclosed water/grease barriers warrants concern.

Waterproof or stain-proof treatment

YOCUP White Double Wall Paper Hot Cup

JACO

YOCUP White Double Wall Paper Hot Cup

bleached paperboard with polymer coating (unspecified)

F
F · High PFAS

Skip until PFAS status is disclosed, double-wall cups often use fluorinated water-barrier coatings.

Waterproof or stain-proof treatment

YOCUP 16 oz White Premium Single Wall Paper Hot Cup, Style 2 - 1000/case (20/50)

JACO

YOCUP 16 oz White Premium Single Wall Paper Hot Cup, Style 2 - 1000/case (20/50)

paper cup with unspecified waterproof/grease-resistant coating

F
F · High PFAS

Skip until coating chemistry is disclosed; paper cups often use PFAS-based water barriers.

Waterproof or stain-proof treatment

Single Wall Hot Paper Cups

JACO

Single Wall Hot Paper Cups

paper cup with waterproof/grease-resistant coating (unspecified)

F
F · High PFAS

Skip unless JACO discloses coating chemistry; grease-resistant cups commonly use PFAS.

Waterproof or stain-proof treatment

YOCUP Style 2 Hot Cup

JACO

YOCUP Style 2 Hot Cup

paperboard cup with polymer/wax coating

F
F · High PFAS

Skip, hot-cup coating composition undisclosed; PFAS risk in foodware coatings is well-documented.

Waterproof or stain-proof treatment

Kraft Paper Coffee Cups With Lids

Pratt

Kraft Paper Coffee Cups With Lids

Kraft paper with grease-resistant coating (composition unspecified)

F
F · High PFAS

Skip until brand discloses coating chemistry, grease-resistant food packaging is a PFAS risk category.

Waterproof or stain-proof treatment

DART Disposable Hot/Cold Cup: 8 oz Capacity, White, Paper, Unwrapped, Patternless, 1,000 PK

Pratt

DART Disposable Hot/Cold Cup: 8 oz Capacity, White, Paper, Unwrapped, Patternless, 1,000 PK

paper cup with waterproof coating (type unspecified)

F
F · High PFAS

Skip until coating transparency improves; disposable paper cups commonly use PFAS-based barriers.

Waterproof or stain-proof treatment

Solo Recycled Content PCF Paper Hot Cups

Pratt

Solo Recycled Content PCF Paper Hot Cups

recycled fiber paper with PE/PLA coating

F
F · High PFAS

Skip until brand discloses coating chemistry, grease-resistant paper cups commonly use PFAS.

Waterproof or stain-proof treatment

DART Foam Hot/Cold Cups

Pratt

DART Foam Hot/Cold Cups

Expanded polystyrene (EPS) foam with unspecified water/grease-resistant coating

F
F · High PFAS

Skip: foam cups with unknown water-resistant treatment pose unclear PFAS risk.

Waterproof or stain-proof treatment

Paper & Plastic - 16oz Platic Cup - 1000 pcs

Pratt

Paper & Plastic - 16oz Platic Cup - 1000 pcs

Plastic cup with unspecified coating/treatment

F
F · High PFAS

Skip until material transparency improves, grease-resistant cups often use PFAS coatings.

Waterproof or stain-proof treatment

Dart 12X16G 12 Oz Cafe G Foam Cup - ShopAtDean Pack of 20

Pratt

Dart 12X16G 12 Oz Cafe G Foam Cup - ShopAtDean Pack of 20

expanded polystyrene foam with unknown water-resistant coating

F
F · High PFAS

Skip, foam cups with water resistance likely use PFAS; no brand transparency.

Waterproof or stain-proof treatment

Boardwalk Double-Walled Paper Hot Cups

Pratt

Boardwalk Double-Walled Paper Hot Cups

Paper with internal polyethylene coating (water/grease barrier)

F
F · High PFAS

Skip unless PFAS-free status is confirmed; standard PE-lined cups carry grease-resistant coating risk.

Waterproof or stain-proof treatment

Single Use Cups 8 or 12 count

Pratt

Single Use Cups 8 or 12 count

Paperboard cups with likely PE/PP plastic lining and grease-resistant coating

F
F · High PFAS

Skip or contact Pratt for coating disclosure, single-use cups often contain PFAS-based grease barriers.

Waterproof or stain-proof treatment

KE-K520W 20oz Compostable Hot White Cup (12cs / 50ct)

Aardvark

KE-K520W 20oz Compostable Hot White Cup (12cs / 50ct)

compostable plant-based fiber cup with water-barrier coating

F
F · High PFAS

Lower concern for compostable cups, but water-resistance coating warrants vendor clarification on PFAS-free status.

Waterproof or stain-proof treatment

500 Pack Paper Insulated Cups for Hot Drinks 4dock

Aardvark

500 Pack Paper Insulated Cups for Hot Drinks 4dock

Paper cup with water/grease-resistant coating (unspecified)

F
F · High PFAS

Skip until Aardvark discloses coating chemistry; paper cup liners commonly use PFAS-based water barriers.

Waterproof or stain-proof treatment

Summit Lift Natural 16oz Rounded Bottom Compostable Arc Cup 100 Pack

Liftoff

Summit Lift Natural 16oz Rounded Bottom Compostable Arc Cup 100 Pack

Plant-based fiber (likely sugarcane bagasse) with water-resistant barrier coating

F
F · High PFAS

Lower concern for PFAS, but lack of transparency on coating chemistry leaves residual uncertainty.

Waterproof or stain-proof treatment

LITOPAK 100 Pack 16 oz Paper Coffee Cups

Liftoff

LITOPAK 100 Pack 16 oz Paper Coffee Cups

paper cup with liquid barrier coating (unspecified)

F
F · High PFAS

Skip until coating is disclosed, standard paper cups often use PFAS-based waterproofing.

Waterproof or stain-proof treatment

Disposable Coffee Cups with Lids 12 Oz 100 Pack

Liftoff

Disposable Coffee Cups with Lids 12 Oz 100 Pack

Paper cup with grease-resistant coating (unspecified)

F
F · High PFAS

Skip unless Liftoff discloses coating chemistry, disposable food-service cups commonly use PFAS-based water/grease barriers.

Waterproof or stain-proof treatment

Next Level Stuff Ripple Hot Cups with Lids

Liftoff

Next Level Stuff Ripple Hot Cups with Lids

Paper cup with unspecified waterproof/grease-resistant coating

F
F · High PFAS

Skip until brand discloses coating chemistry, hot cup liners commonly use PFAS-based water/grease barriers.

Waterproof or stain-proof treatment

Restaurantware 25 Count 16 oz Disposable Double Wall Coffee and Tea Cup

Liftoff

Restaurantware 25 Count 16 oz Disposable Double Wall Coffee and Tea Cup

paperboard/kraft with undisclosed water-resistant coating

F
F · High PFAS

Skip until coating transparency improves, disposable cups commonly use PFAS-based water barriers.

Waterproof or stain-proof treatment

Avant Grub Restaurant Grade Paper Coffee Cups with Recyclable Dome Lids

Liftoff

Avant Grub Restaurant Grade Paper Coffee Cups with Recyclable Dome Lids

paperboard with unspecified water/grease-resistant coating

F
F · High PFAS

Skip until coating transparency improves, grease-resistant paper cups commonly use PFAS.

Waterproof or stain-proof treatment

80 sets - 16oz Gray Ripple Wall Paper Coffee Cups with Lids & Straw - Perfect for Hot Drinks & Cafe - (80sets/box)

Liftoff

80 sets - 16oz Gray Ripple Wall Paper Coffee Cups with Lids & Straw - Perfect for Hot Drinks & Cafe - (80sets/box)

Paper cup with ripple wall coating; unspecified water/grease-resistant treatment

F
F · High PFAS

Skip until brand discloses coating composition; paper cups often use PFAS-based grease barriers.

Waterproof or stain-proof treatment

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