Butcher & Packer · Grease-Resistant Paper Goods
Waxed Kraft 1470' by Paper Mart
Skip without coating verification. Wax type unknown.
Waxed kraft paper for food contact. Wax composition unspecified, coating type unclear. No PFAS claims or testing data available.
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Material
kraft paper with wax 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
This product is kraft paper (cellulose fiber) laminated with a wax coating. The wax layer provides moisture and grease resistance, making it suitable for wrapping foods and butcher applications. The hazard profile depends entirely on the wax type: food-grade paraffin wax is generally recognized as safe, but mineral oil-based or synthetic waxes may carry different contaminant risks. Paper Mart and Butcher & Packer do not publicly disclose which wax formulation is used in this specific SKU.
The brand's record and disclosure
Butcher & Packer is a supplier-focused brand with minimal published safety documentation or third-party certifications readily available. No established recalls or formal PFAS statements were found on public record for this product line. The brand does not appear to have published migration testing or material safety data sheets for consumer access. Absence of transparency does not indicate hazard, but it limits independent verification of coating composition.
How it compares in its category
Waxed kraft paper is a conventional food-packaging material used broadly in butcher shops and food service. It is generally considered lower-risk than plastic films for short-term food contact because wax is inert at room temperature and does not off-gas volatile compounds. Uncoated kraft paper or silicone-coated parchment are alternatives if wax coating source is a concern, though they may be less grease-resistant. Certification (FDA food-contact listing, or EU compliance) distinguishes higher-assurance products from commodity suppliers.
If you buy it
Use this product only for room-temperature or cool foods (wrapping deli meats, cheese, baked goods). Do not use for hot foods above 60°C (140°F), as heat can accelerate wax migration and breakdown. Store in a cool, dry place away from direct sunlight to prevent wax softening or adhesion problems. Request a material safety data sheet or food-contact certification from the supplier before bulk purchase if intended for commercial food handling; absence of documentation is a red flag for regulatory compliance.
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.”
Wax coating composition (unknown type)
Mineral oil-derived or synthetic waxes may contain trace hydrocarbons or additives; food-grade paraffin is low-risk but the specific formulation is not disclosed. Migration into fatty foods is minimal at room temperature but increases with heat.
PFAS in wax coating
Wax coatings on food-contact papers are a known potential source of PFAS (graded separately at 25/100). Kraft Paper Mart has not published PFAS testing or exclusion statements; this remains unverified.
Microplastics or synthetic contaminants from recycled paper
Kraft paper sourcing and recycled content are not publicly disclosed for this SKU. Virgin kraft is typically free of microplastics, but no certification is provided.
Chlorine-based bleaching residues (if bleached)
Kraft paper may be bleached; no indication this product is unbleached or ECF (elemental chlorine-free) certified. Trace residues are not expected in food-safe grades, but unverified sourcing leaves this uncertain.
Coating degradation and fragment shedding
Wax coatings can chip, crack, or shed particles if flexed, creased, or aged. Risk is low for intact rolls but increases with mishandling or storage in high heat. Inspect before use.
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.
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