Aplin Films · Butcher & Deli Paper
Drip EZ Wrap EZ Heavyweight Butcher Paper
Skip. Heavy butcher paper often uses PFAS-based grease barriers.
Aplin Films' heavyweight butcher paper provides no PFAS disclosure. Grease-resistant food packaging commonly relies on fluorochemical coatings; without explicit claims or testing, risk is elevated.
The safe swap
Aplin Films
Idl Packaging White Butcher Paper 18" x 12000" Natural Butcher Paper Roll for Meat and Fish
70/100 safety
Same rubric that flunked this product. The swap earned its C.
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Material
kraft paper with unspecified water/grease-resistant coating
Brand disclosure
Brand is silent on PFAS
Lab data
No public lab test
Why this grade
Waterproof / stain-resistant treatment
water-repellent coating treatments have historically used PFAS.
Category baseline
food packaging is a category where PFAS exposure is more common.
No PFAS disclosure
No public statement about PFAS in this product.
The full breakdown
What it's made of and why it matters
Drip EZ Wrap is kraft paper (wood pulp base) with an unspecified water and grease-resistant coating. The coating formula is not disclosed by Aplin Films, which is typical for commodity butcher paper but raises concern because most heavy-duty food-contact kraft papers use PFAS-based fluorochemical barriers (PFOA, PFOS, or GenX alternatives) to achieve the required oil and moisture resistance. Without third-party testing or a published safety data sheet, the actual coating composition remains unknown.
The brand's record and disclosure
Aplin Films (UK-based film and paper converter) does not publish safety certifications, PFAS declarations, or food-contact compliance statements on publicly available channels. No independent recalls or controversies are on record for this specific product. The silent stance on coating chemistry is a disclosure failure, not necessarily evidence of harm, but it prevents informed assessment of migration risk or regulatory compliance with EU or US food-contact rules.
How it compares in its category
Standard butcher paper sits on a spectrum: uncoated kraft (breathable, no barrier, food-grade safe) vs. coated kraft (water/grease-resistant but coating unknown). Drip EZ Wrap's heavyweight and marketed 'EZ' wrapping suggest a coated product designed to compete with branded alternatives like Peachey Keen or Freezer Paper Plus. Many budget-tier butcher papers do use PFAS coatings; premium alternatives are shifting to wax or silicone, though those carry their own trade-offs. Aplin's silence makes direct comparison impossible.
If you buy it
Use only for wrapping raw or cooked meat at room temperature or refrigeration. Do not use in freezer compartments if the coating is wax-based (risk of brittleness). Do not allow prolonged contact with acidic foods or high heat (above 120°F / 50°C) as this may accelerate migration of coating components. Replace rolls annually and inspect for visible tears or degradation. If you require certified PFAS-free or non-fluorinated food wrap, request specific compliance data from the manufacturer before purchase; silence is a red flag.
Beyond PFAS: other things we checked
Established hazard classes for this product type, assessed from public information. These never change the PFAS grade; a Likely flag caps the Verdict at “Buy with care.”
Fluorochemical (PFAS) migration from grease-barrier coating
Kraft paper butcher wrap commonly uses PFAS-based Teflon-family coating or aqueous fluorochemistry for oil repellency. No test data published for Drip EZ Wrap; Aplin Films does not disclose coating type or PFAS content.
Mineral oil or hydrocarbon residues in coating
Some low-cost coatings use mineral oil or aliphatic hydrocarbons as moisture barriers; these can migrate to fatty foods. Material safety sheet not publicly available for this product.
Bleach and brightening agents in kraft pulp
Kraft pulp is typically unbleached or chlorine-free bleached for food contact. No known issues reported for Aplin Films products, but pulp sourcing and processing standards are not disclosed.
Ink or printing residues if printed surface used
If the product carries printed labels or text directly on the wrap surface (not just packaging), food-contact ink regulations (FDA or EU) must be verified. Aplin's product page does not specify whether ink is used.
Coating degradation and microparticle shedding with friction
Repeated handling, crumpling, or storage of coated paper can wear the finish; particles of coating or filler may transfer to food contact surface. Durability and adhesion specifications not published.
What we don’t know
This grade is a model-based estimate from public materials, coatings, and brand disclosure at 45% confidence. It is not a lab result.
No independent PFAS lab test is on record for this exact product. A lab test could move the score in either direction.
The brand has not made a specific, verifiable PFAS-free statement, so part of this score reflects that missing disclosure rather than a confirmed material.
Formulations and coatings change between production runs. Always check the current label before buying.
Safer alternatives in Butcher & Deli Paper
Aplin Films
Idl Packaging White Butcher Paper 18" x 12000" Natural Butcher Paper Roll for Meat and Fish
Natural bleached kraft paper, no specified coating
Lower concern. Uncoated butcher paper unlikely to contain PFAS.
⚠Risky category by default
Safeseal
IDL Packaging PFAS-Free Grease-Proof Paper Sheets
grease-proof paper with unspecified water/grease-resistant coating
Claim unverified; grease-proof coatings historically use PFAS.
⚠Waterproof or stain-proof treatment
Sappi Fine Papers
IDL Packaging PFAS-Free Grease-Proof Paper Sheets
paper with grease-resistant coating
Brand claims PFAS-free. No independent verification found. Proceed with caution.
⚠Waterproof or stain-proof treatment
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