Earthborn Holistic · Pet Food Bags
Earthborn Holistic Weight Control Dry Dog Food, 25 Pound Bag
Lower PFAS concern for dry dog food itself; packaging lacks grease-resistant claim but brand makes no PFAS disclosure.
Earthborn Holistic's dry dog food is a traditional kibble product with no known PFAS-treated coating or special water/grease resistance claims. The multilayer bag is standard kraft, plastic construction.
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kraft paper and plastic multilayer bag
Brand disclosure
Brand is silent on PFAS
Lab data
No public lab test
Why this grade
Category baseline
food packaging is a category where PFAS exposure is more common.
No PFAS disclosure
No public statement about PFAS in this product.
Safe base material
Made from a material with no inherent PFAS use (ceramic, mineral, or natural fiber).
The full breakdown
What it's made of and why it matters
The Earthborn Holistic bag is a kraft paper exterior bonded to inner plastic film layers, a standard construction for dry pet food that protects contents from moisture, light, and oxygen. The kraft provides structural integrity and barrier function without requiring heavy chemical coatings. The plastic layers (typically polyethylene) are food-contact safe when manufactured to FDA compliance, though multilayer bags can degrade mechanically over time, risking exposure to air and pests.
The brand's record and disclosure
Earthborn Holistic does not publicly disclose PFAS testing or mitigation efforts for packaging, and no official statements address per- or polyfluoroalkyl substance use in their supply chain. The brand holds no major certifications specific to packaging safety (e.g., Cradle to Cradle, ISO food-contact standards are implicit but not advertised). No significant recalls or safety controversies tied to this product line appear in public records, suggesting routine manufacturing compliance.
How it compares in its category
Multilayer kraft-plastic dry pet food bags are industry standard and functionally equivalent across major brands (Purina, Taste of the Wild, Wellness Core use similar constructions). No peer product category exhibits significantly lower chemical risk profiles. This product falls into the middle range for transparency: premium brands may claim greaseproof coatings (raising PFAS questions), while private labels offer no disclosure at all.
If you buy it
Store the sealed bag in a cool, dry place away from direct sunlight to slow plastic degradation and film embrittlement. Do not leave open bags exposed for extended periods; fold and clip tops to limit air ingress and contamination. Inspect the bag monthly for punctures, moisture intrusion, or visible plastic cracking. Discard and replace if the exterior shows significant wear or the seal shows signs of separation.
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.”
Plastic film degradation and fragmentation
Multilayer polyethylene films can crack, become brittle, and shed microplastic particles over 6-12 months of storage, particularly if exposed to heat or UV light. Risk to pet is low if ingestion is minimal, but fragments in food are undesirable.
Ink and adhesive migration from kraft layer
Inks on kraft exterior bags are not food-contact surfaces and present negligible risk if the plastic liner remains intact. No published recalls or complaints specific to Earthborn Holistic kraft layer contamination exist.
Moisture and mold ingress if seal fails
Compromised bag seals allow humidity penetration, risking mycotoxin development or bacterial growth in the kibble, particularly in humid climates. This is a storage/handling issue rather than a manufacturing defect.
Residual solvent in adhesive layers
Food-grade multilayer adhesives used in bag manufacture are formulated to meet FDA tolerances for solvent residue. No established evidence of excess solvent leaching into Earthborn Holistic kibble from bag adhesives.
Allergen cross-contamination during packaging
If your dog has grain or protein sensitivities, the risk lies in kibble formulation and facility practices, not the bag material itself. No known allergen migration from kraft-plastic packaging has been documented for this product.
What we don’t know
This grade is a model-based estimate from public materials, coatings, and brand disclosure at 72% 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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