Butcher Paper Co. · Grease-Resistant Deli & Butcher Paper
EcoQuality Deli Paper Sheets
Skip. Deli paper typically has fluorinated grease-resistant coatings.
Deli and butcher papers commonly contain PFAS-based grease barriers to prevent food oils from soaking through. No public PFAS disclosure from this brand.
The safe swap
Butcher Paper Co.
ULINE Butcher Paper Sheets
70/100 safety
Same rubric that flunked this product. The swap earned its C.
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Material
bleached kraft paper with presumed 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
EcoQuality Deli Paper Sheets are bleached kraft paper with a grease-resistant coating, standard for food contact in deli and butcher applications. The coating's chemistry is not disclosed by Butcher Paper Co., which is the primary concern: deli papers historically use fluorinated compounds (PFAS-based) to repel fats and oils. Without explicit confirmation of fluorine-free formulation, this product carries typical category risk. Bleached kraft itself is generally safe, but the coating's identity and migration potential into fatty foods cannot be assessed from available labeling.
The brand's record and disclosure
Butcher Paper Co. does not publicly disclose the grease-resistant coating chemistry on product packaging or website materials reviewed. No third-party certifications (e.g., GOTS, FSC, PFAS-free claims) are mentioned, and the brand has not issued statements on PFAS avoidance or safer alternatives. This silence is notable in a category where competitors increasingly market fluorine-free options. Without direct communication from the manufacturer on coating composition, safety assumptions cannot be verified.
How it compares in its category
Most conventional deli papers (including major brands) contain fluorinated coatings for grease resistance; EcoQuality appears to follow this norm. Alternatives marketed as PFAS-free or uncoated kraft sheets are available from specialty suppliers and some mainstream retailers. Papers labeled with third-party certifications or explicit PFAS-free claims offer more transparency. This product's positioning as budget-friendly suggests it uses conventional, cost-effective coating technology rather than novel safer substitutes.
If you buy it
Minimize direct contact between greasy or hot foods and the coated surface; use uncoated side for direct contact when possible. Do not microwave or heat above 200°F, as coating degradation and leaching increase with temperature. Replace sheets immediately if visible wear, discoloration, or flaking appears. For frequent use with fatty meats or cheeses, consider switching to uncoated kraft or certified PFAS-free alternatives to reduce fluorinated compound ingestion over time.
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.”
Fluorinated grease-resistant coating (presumed PFAS)
Deli papers in this category almost universally use PFAS-based coatings; Butcher Paper Co.'s silence on chemistry and lack of PFAS-free certification make this a probable hazard. Migration into fatty foods is the exposure route.
Unidentified coating leachates (non-PFAS)
Even if the coating is not fluorinated, its chemical identity is undisclosed. Heat, acidic foods, and prolonged contact with fats can promote leaching of unknown additives or degradation products into food.
Bleach residues in kraft paper
Bleached kraft paper used for food contact is manufactured to food safety standards in regulated markets; residual bleach or chlorinated byproducts are not a documented concern for this product class at typical use levels.
Thermal degradation of coating
Grease-resistant coatings degrade when exposed to high heat, potentially releasing volatile or particulate breakdown products. Risk increases if paper is used to wrap hot foods or near direct flame.
Microplastic shedding from coating
Worn or mechanically stressed coating can flake into food, particularly with greasy items that cause friction. No data specific to this brand, but a known risk for coated papers under heavy use.
What we don’t know
This grade is a model-based estimate from public materials, coatings, and brand disclosure at 35% 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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