Paper Straws, ranked by PFAS safety
98 products graded A to F, safest first. 52 earn a C or better and are worth buying.
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The quickest read: what to skip and the top-graded picks worth buying instead.
Packaging Service Co.
Paper Straw Wrapped Biodegradable 6mm
Skip until coating is disclosed, paper straws often use PFAS-based water-repellent coating finishes.
World Centric
World Centric 8 in. Kraft Paper Straws - Brown (50/Pack)
Lower concern, uncoated kraft paper straws typically avoid PFAS, but brand makes no explicit claim.
Worth buying graded C or better, safest first
World Centric
Compostable Straws
Plant-based cellulose (PHA/PLA blend), compostable
Lower-concern choice; compostable material + explicit PFAS-free claim + third-party certifications reduce risk substantially.
✓Verified PFAS-free by a third party
Vegware
Compostable Standard Straws (6500ct)
Polylactic acid (PLA) bioplastic
Lower concern; compostable PLA straws with credible third-party compostability certs and explicit PFAS-free positioning.
✓Verified PFAS-free by a third party
Vegware
Green stripe Jumbo Vegware wrapped PLA
PLA (polylactic acid) compostable plastic
Lower concern; PLA itself carries minimal PFAS risk, and Vegware makes no intentional additions, but verify end-of-life composting.
⚠Risky category by default
BioPak
Giant Bio Straw
Paper pulp (compostable bioplastic)
Lower concern, BioPak claims PFAS-free; paper straws are inherently low-risk, but independent PFAS lab testing is absent.
⚠Risky category by default
Aardvark
Paper Straws
paper (uncoated or standard coating)
Lower-concern choice; standard paper straws typically avoid PFAS, but Aardvark makes no explicit claim.
⚠Risky category by default
Aardvark
hoffmaster Jumbo Aardvark Paper Straws
paper (untreated or minimal processing)
Lower-concern choice; paper straws avoid typical PFAS coatings but verify batch if concerned.
⚠Risky category by default
Aardvark
Paper Drinking Straws 600 Pieces In Box
Paper (unbleached or chlorine-free certified)
Lower concern, plain paper straws are not a typical PFAS vector, but verify if any water-resistance coating is applied.
⚠Risky category by default
Who Gives A Crap
Durable Kraft Paper Straws
Kraft paper (uncoated or water-based coating)
Lower concern, kraft paper straws rarely require PFAS-based treatments, but buy only if uncoated or ask brand directly.
⚠Risky category by default
Who Gives A Crap
World Centric Kraft Paper Straws
Kraft paper (uncoated/minimally treated)
Lower PFAS concern, plain kraft paper straws rarely require PFAS treatments, but verify no grease-resistant coatings are present.
⚠Risky category by default
Who Gives A Crap
Yocup Giant Striped Unwrapped Paper Straw
Paper (unwrapped, uncoated)
Lower PFAS concern for uncoated paper straws; buy with confidence unless coating disclosed elsewhere.
⚠Risky category by default
BioPac
Giant Bio Straw
Bioplastic/plant-based polymer (likely PHA or PLA blend)
Lower concern for food contact; no known PFAS fingerprints in biopolymer straws, but verify material composition directly.
⚠Risky category by default
BioPac
UrthPact Compostable Straws
Compostable bioplastic (likely PLA or PBAT blend)
Lower-concern option; compostable straws rarely require PFAS, but brand transparency is absent.
⚠Risky category by default
Straws PAPER
Total Home Earth Essentials Compostable Paper Straws
paper (compostable)
Lower concern, paper straws rarely need PFAS treatment, but verify compostability standard if concerned about hidden coatings.
⚠Risky category by default
Straws PAPER
Time To Party Striped Paper Straws
paper (uncoated or water-based coating)
Lower-concern choice; plain paper straws lack moisture barriers where PFAS typically hide.
⚠Risky category by default
Straws PAPER
Design Imports Paper Straws (Set of 100)
paper (uncoated or minimal coating)
Lower concern, plain paper straws carry minimal PFAS risk unless coated.
⚠Risky category by default
Straws PAPER
CVS Time To Party Striped Paper Straws
paper (no known coating disclosed)
Lower-concern choice; plain paper straws rarely treated with PFAS, but CVS makes no public commitment.
⚠Risky category by default
Eco-Products
Comfy Package Paper Drinking Straws
Paper with plant-based waterproof coating
Lower-concern choice; paper straws with documented PFAS-free coating and compostability cert.
⚠Waterproof or stain-proof treatment
Eco-Products
Eco Friendly Wrapped Paper Straws - Pack of 200
Paper with unspecified wrapper coating
Lower-concern option, but coating specificity needed for stronger confidence.
⚠Risky category by default
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
Uniq
Red & Green Striped Paper Straws
Paper with food-grade pigment coating
Lower concern, plain paper straws rarely use PFAS, but brand discloses nothing.
⚠Risky category by default
Uniq
ue Bargains Disposable Straight Straw Paper 25Pcs
paper
Lower concern, plain paper straws have minimal PFAS risk, though brand offers no transparency.
⚠Risky category by default
BioPac
Duni BioPak Bio Kraft Recyclable Paper Straws 20 per pack
uncoated kraft paper
Lower PFAS concern for uncoated paper straws; standard food-contact paper typically avoids fluorinated coatings.
⚠Risky category by default
BioPac
Compostable Straight Drinking Straws Value Pack 50 Count
Plant-based bioplastic (PLA/PBAT blend typical for compostable straws)
Lower PFAS concern; compostable straws rarely use water-resistant coatings.
⚠Risky category by default
World Centric
Kraft Paper Straws
Unbleached kraft paper (no stated coating)
Lower PFAS concern; uncoated kraft straws unlikely to need grease barriers, but brand offers no explicit disclosure.
⚠Risky category by default
World Centric
8 in. Kraft Paper Straws - Brown (50/Pack)
kraft paper (uncoated/untreated)
Lower concern, uncoated kraft paper straws typically avoid PFAS, but brand makes no explicit claim.
⚠Risky category by default
World Centric
Pack of 24, World Centric Compostable Kraft Paper Straws, 50 Count, Yellow
Kraft paper (uncoated/unbleached)
Lower concern; uncoated kraft paper straws unlikely to contain PFAS, but brand makes no explicit disclosure.
⚠Risky category by default
World Centric
Compostable Kraft Paper Straws
Kraft paper, compostable coating
Lower-concern choice; uncoated or minimally coated paper straws unlikely to contain PFAS, but brand lacks transparency.
⚠Risky category by default
World Centric
St-pa 10-k 10" Paper Straw
Paper (uncoated or food-contact coating undisclosed)
Lower-concern product, but World Centric provides no public PFAS disclosure.
⚠Risky category by default
World Centric
10" Kraft Giant Wrapped Paper Straw
kraft paper, food-grade wrap
Lower-concern choice; unbleached kraft paper straws carry minimal PFAS risk unless treated with grease-resistant coating.
⚠Risky category by default
Vegware
8.25 Paper Wrapped Straw, 5mm, Translucent with Green Stripe, PLA"
PLA (polylactic acid) with paper wrapper
Lower concern, PLA straws are inherently PFAS-free, though no explicit brand claim found.
⚠Risky category by default
Vegware
Comfy Package Paper Drinking Straws
Paper with plant-based water-resistant coating
Lower concern, plant-based water-resistant coating, no PFAS claim needed for this material.
⚠Waterproof or stain-proof treatment
Vegware
Compostable Straws, Wrapped (5000ct)
Polylactic acid (PLA) from plant starch
Lower-concern choice: compostable PLA straws are not inherent PFAS vectors, but brand offers no explicit PFAS commitment.
⚠Risky category by default
Vegware
Highball Paper Straws
paper with water-based coating
Lower concern, Vegware explicitly claims PFAS-free status with compostability certifications.
⚠Waterproof or stain-proof treatment
Notabowl
Tablecraft Straws
Plastic straws (reusable or single-use)
Skip until material & coatings are transparently disclosed.
⚠Risky category by default
Notabowl
Bamboo Paper Straws
Bamboo fiber (cellulose-based)
Lower concern, bamboo straws lack typical PFAS vectors, but verify no waterproof coatings applied.
⚠Risky category by default
Notabowl
and White Paper Straws
paper (uncoated or water-based coating)
Paper straws are lower concern for PFAS, though water-resistance source is unclear.
⚠Risky category by default
Notabowl
Karat Earth Giant Paper Spiral Straws
Paper (uncoated or plant-based coating)
Lower-concern choice; plain paper straws unlikely to contain PFAS, but brand makes no explicit commitment.
⚠Risky category by default
Notabowl
Aardvark Paper Drinking Straws 7.75" 50
Paper (uncoated or water-based coating)
Lower-concern choice; paper straws typically avoid PFAS, but verify no grease-resistant coating.
⚠Risky category by default
Harvest Pack
200 Pcs Thanksgiving Fall Paper Straws Watercolor Pumpkin Maple Leaf
paper straws with watercolor food-grade ink
Lower concern, plain paper straws rarely need PFAS, but no brand disclosure.
⚠Risky category by default
Harvest Pack
Big Dot of Happiness Friends Thanksgiving FEAST Friendsgiving Paper Straw Decor
Paper straws (cellulose-based)
Lower PFAS concern; paper straws are unlikely to contain PFAS unless coated or treated, which this product does not claim.
⚠Risky category by default
Harvest Pack
Home Collection 100-Pack 6” Natural Wheat Biodegradable Drinking Straws
Wheat straw (plant fiber), biodegradable
Lower PFAS concern, uncoated plant fiber straws are unlikely to contain PFAS, but brand transparency is absent.
⚠Risky category by default
Harvest Pack
World Centric Kraft Paper Straws
Kraft paper, chlorine-free bleached, no added coatings
Lower-concern choice; kraft straws carry minimal PFAS risk without waterproof coatings.
⚠Waterproof or stain-proof treatment
Harvest Pack
Kraft Paper Straws (10ct) - Rustic Party Tableware for Weddings, Showers & Farmhouse Themes
kraft paper, no reported coating
Lower-concern choice; plain kraft paper straws unlikely to contain PFAS, but brand transparency is absent.
⚠Risky category by default
BioPak
Duni BioPak Bio Kraft Recyclable Paper Straws 20 per pack
Kraft paper (uncoated or water-based coating)
Lower PFAS concern, uncoated paper straws are inherently low-risk, though BioPak's water-resistance claims warrant verification.
⚠Risky category by default
BioPak
Comfy Package Paper Drinking Straws
paper (uncoated or water-based coating)
Lower concern, but BioPak's coating transparency is limited, verify product specs.
⚠Risky category by default
BioPak
Bulk Biodegradable Eco-Friendly Compostable Drinking Paper Straws Gift Set
paper (uncoated or plant-based coating)
Lower concern, paper straws pose minimal inherent PFAS risk, though verification would boost confidence.
⚠Risky category by default
BioPak
Compostable Straight Drinking Straws Value Pack 50 Count
Plant-based bioplastic (PLA or similar compostable polymer)
Lower-concern product; compostable straws unlikely to contain PFAS, but BioPak provides no explicit disclosure.
⚠Risky category by default
BioPak
phade 8.5" Compostable Straws
Polylactic acid (PLA) / plant-based compostable
Lower concern, compostable PLA straws have minimal PFAS risk, but BioPak's silence on the issue leaves room for uncertainty.
⚠Risky category by default
Naked Sprout
Kraft Paper Straws
Kraft paper, uncoated or naturally treated
Lower PFAS concern, kraft paper straws lack typical chemical coatings that introduce forever chemicals.
⚠Risky category by default
Packaging Service Co.
100 Pack Kraft Paper Straws Biodegradable co-Friendly Drinking Bulk for Party Supplies, Birthday, Mixed Drinks, Weddings, Restaurant, Food Service,
kraft paper, uncoated
Lower-concern choice; plain kraft paper straws have no inherent PFAS risk, but no third-party verification provided.
⚠Risky category by default
Packaging Service Co.
World Centric Kraft Paper Straws
kraft paper, water-based coating
Lower-concern choice; PFAS-free certified but no independent lab test disclosure.
⚠Waterproof or stain-proof treatment
Graded and flagged D and F, we’d swap these
Eco-Products
Eco Products Jumbo Wrapped Paper Straw
Paper with water-based coating (claimed PFAS-free)
Lower-concern choice; PFAS-free claim credible for food-contact paper, but verify current batch if chemical sensitivity matters.
⚠Waterproof or stain-proof treatment
Eco-Products
BarConic Eco-Friendly Paper Straws
paper with water-resistant coating
Lower-concern choice, but verify coating specifics before full trust.
⚠Waterproof or stain-proof treatment
Vegware
Paper Jumbo Straws (4000ct)
paper with plant-based water-resistant coating
Lower concern, credible brand with explicit PFAS-free claim, though third-party lab verification would strengthen confidence.
⚠Waterproof or stain-proof treatment
BioPak
White Paper Straws
Paper with PE coating
Lower-concern choice; BioPak explicitly avoids PFAS in straws, but verify on each purchase.
⚠Waterproof or stain-proof treatment
BioPac
Bulk Biodegradable Eco-Friendly Compostable Drinking Paper Straws Gift Set
Paper with unspecified water-resistant coating
Skip until coating is disclosed, paper straws often use PFAS-based water barriers.
⚠Waterproof or stain-proof treatment
Notabowl
Bulk Biodegradable Eco-Friendly Compostable Drinking Paper Straws Gift Set
Paper with unspecified water-resistant coating
Skip until the brand discloses coating chemistry, water-resistant paper straws often use PFAS-based water-repellent coating treatments.
⚠Waterproof or stain-proof treatment
Packaging Service Co.
BarConic Eco-Friendly Paper Straws
Paper with unspecified coating (likely water/grease barrier)
Skip unless the brand discloses coating composition, paper straws often use PFAS-based water barriers.
⚠Waterproof or stain-proof treatment
Footprint
Glitter Baby Feet Party Straws - 10ct, Party Paper Straws, Decorative Party Straws
Paper with unknown water-resistant coating
Skip until coating source is disclosed, paper straws often use fluorinated PFAS for grease-resistance.
⚠Waterproof or stain-proof treatment
Footprint
Baby Shower Paper Straws, Baby Foot Decoration, Gift Boxed
paper with water-resistant coating (unspecified composition)
Skip unless Footprint discloses coating chemistry, paper straws often use PFAS-based water repellents.
⚠Waterproof or stain-proof treatment
Footprint
Baby feet straws, Baby shower staws, Paper straws, Baby feet party straws
Paper with grease-resistant coating (likely wax or PE-based)
Lower concern; paper straws typically pose minimal PFAS risk, though grease-resistant coatings warrant monitoring.
⚠Waterproof or stain-proof treatment
BioPac
White Paper Straws
Paper with aqueous/wax-based coating
Lower-concern option; paper straws typically avoid fluorochemical coatings, but Biopac's waterproofing method remains undisclosed.
⚠Waterproof or stain-proof treatment
BioPac
Comfy Package Paper Drinking Straws
paper with water-based or PE coating
Lower concern, but opaque supplier chain, verify coating details if PFAS-sensitive.
⚠Waterproof or stain-proof treatment
Straws PAPER
Comfy Package Paper Drinking Straws
Paper with moisture/grease barrier coating (unspecified)
Lower concern for PFAS, but opacity on coating formulation limits confidence, paper straws are inherently lower-risk than coated alternatives.
⚠Waterproof or stain-proof treatment
Straws PAPER
Comfy Package Jumbo Paper Smoothie Straws
Paper with water-resistance coating (likely wax or PFAS-based)
Skip unless manufacturer confirms PFAS-free water coating, paper straws often use fluorinated treatments.
⚠Waterproof or stain-proof treatment
Straws PAPER
3000 Pack Wrapped Disposable Paper Drinking Straws
Paper with water-resistant coating (type unspecified)
Paper straws are lower concern than plastic, but coating composition remains undisclosed, proceed with moderate caution.
⚠Waterproof or stain-proof treatment
Straws PAPER
Blue Sky Paper Straws
paper with water-resistant coating (composition unspecified)
Skip until coating transparency improves; paper straws often use PFAS-based water barriers.
⚠Waterproof or stain-proof treatment
Eco-Products
Eco Friendly Wrapped Paper Straws - (200 Pack)
Paper with food-safe coating/wrapping
Lower-concern option, but coating source not disclosed, verify with brand if PFAS risk matters to you.
⚠Waterproof or stain-proof treatment
Eco-Products
Bulk Biodegradable Eco-Friendly Compostable Drinking Paper Straws Gift Set
Paper with waterproof coating (unspecified composition)
Lower concern if truly water-based coating, but lack of disclosure on waterproofing chemistry is a red flag.
⚠Waterproof or stain-proof treatment
Eco-Products
Paper Straws Biodegradable- Premium Eco-Friendly Paper Straws Bulk- Drinking Straws for Juices, Restaurants and Party supplies, 7.7" 300 Count, 2
Paper with water-resistant coating (likely wax or plastic composite)
Lower-concern baseline; paper straws typically avoid PFAS, but coating composition is not disclosed.
⚠Waterproof or stain-proof treatment
Eco-Products
Responsible Products 100% Compostable 8 Inch Paper Straw
paper with water-resistant coating (composition unspecified)
Lower concern, but lack of transparency on coating chemistry is a gap.
⚠Waterproof or stain-proof treatment
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
Uniq
ue Straws Striped Paper
paper with grease-resistant coating
Paper straws carry lower PFAS concern than plastic, but grease-resistant coating warrants verification.
⚠Waterproof or stain-proof treatment
Uniq
ue Paper Party Straws
Paper with unspecified water-resistant coating
Skip until coating transparency improves, paper straws' water-resistance coat is a PFAS risk flag.
⚠Waterproof or stain-proof treatment
Uniq
ue Gold Diamond Paper Straws
paper with unspecified waterproof/grease-resistant coating
Skip until coating is transparent, PFAS risk in food-contact paper coatings is real and unverified here.
⚠Waterproof or stain-proof treatment
Uniq
and White Paper Straws
Paper with water-resistant coating (type unspecified)
Skip until brand discloses coating chemistry, paper straws often use PFAS-based water barriers.
⚠Waterproof or stain-proof treatment
Uniq
ue Paper Straws
Paper with moisture/grease-resistant coating (type unspecified)
Paper straws carry moderate PFAS risk due to standard food-contact coatings; brand silence is a red flag.
⚠Waterproof or stain-proof treatment
Uniq
PacknWood 210CHP Paper Straws
Paper with unspecified coating/treatment
Skip until brand discloses coating composition; grease-resistant paper straws often use PFAS.
⚠Waterproof or stain-proof treatment
BioPac
POSPaper Paper Straws
Paper with undisclosed water-resistant coating
Skip until coating is disclosed, paper straws typically need grease barriers that may contain PFAS.
⚠Waterproof or stain-proof treatment
World Centric
Compostable Wrapped Paper Straws
paper with waterproof/grease-resistant coating (unspecified)
Skip until brand discloses coating chemistry, compostable ≠ PFAS-free.
⚠Waterproof or stain-proof treatment
Vegware
Total Home Earth Essentials Compostable Paper Straws
Paper with unspecified water-resistant coating
Skip until Vegware discloses coating chemistry, compostable straws often use PFAS-based water barriers.
⚠Waterproof or stain-proof treatment
Notabowl
Comfy Package Paper Drinking Straws
Paper with unspecified water-resistant/grease-resistant coating
Skip until coating composition is disclosed, paper straws often use PFAS-based water barriers.
⚠Waterproof or stain-proof treatment
Notabowl
Striped Paper Straws
paper with water-resistant coating (unspecified)
Skip until brand discloses coating chemistry or provides third-party verification.
⚠Waterproof or stain-proof treatment
Harvest Pack
Comfy Package Paper Drinking Straws
paper with water-resistant coating (unspecified type)
Lower PFAS risk than coated cookware, but paper straw water-resistance source unclear, skip if PFAS-free verification matters to you.
⚠Waterproof or stain-proof treatment
Harvest Pack
Kraft Paper Drinking Straws 200 Pack
kraft paper with water/grease-resistant coating (composition unspecified)
Skip until coating composition is disclosed, kraft straws often use fluorinated wax for water resistance.
⚠Waterproof or stain-proof treatment
Harvest Pack
Thanksgiving Paper Straws 10 Packs Of 12 Each
paper with unspecified water-resistant coating
Skip, paper straws often use fluorinated coatings for grease/water resistance; no transparency from Harvest Pack.
⚠Waterproof or stain-proof treatment
BioPak
Compostable Black Stripe Paper Cocktail Straws
Paper with black stripe coating (composition unspecified)
Skip until BioPak discloses coating chemistry, paper straws often use PFAS-laden water-resistant coatings.
⚠Waterproof or stain-proof treatment
Packaging Service Co.
PacknWood 210CHP Paper Straws
Paper with moisture/grease-resistant coating (composition unspecified)
Skip until coating composition is disclosed, typical grease-resistant paper carries PFAS risk.
⚠Waterproof or stain-proof treatment
Packaging Service Co.
Custom Printed Paper Straws
Paper with unknown water-resistant coating
Skip unless the brand discloses the coating type, paper straws often use PFAS-based barriers.
⚠Waterproof or stain-proof treatment
Packaging Service Co.
POSPaper Paper Straws
paper with grease-resistant coating
Skip until coating transparency improves, paper straws often hide PFAS-based water/grease barriers.
⚠Waterproof or stain-proof treatment
Packaging Service Co.
Boardwalk Wrapped Jumbo Paper Straws
paper with water-resistant coating
Lower-concern choice, but coating identity unverified, ask supplier directly.
⚠Waterproof or stain-proof treatment
Packaging Service Co.
Paper Straw Wrapped Biodegradable 6mm
Paper with unspecified waterproof/grease-resistant coating
Skip until coating is disclosed, paper straws often use PFAS-based water-repellent coating finishes.
⚠Waterproof or stain-proof treatment
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