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Great Value Non-Stick Parchment Paper Roll
Skip until brand discloses coating chemistry or provides PFAS testing.
Great Value parchment paper uses an unspecified non-stick coating likely containing PFAS-based Teflon-family coating or other water-repellent treatments. No PFAS claims, certifications, or third-party testing disclosed.
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70/100 safety
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Material
cellulose paper with unspecified non-stick and grease-resistant coating
Brand disclosure
Brand is silent on PFAS
Lab data
No public lab test
Why this grade
Non-stick, chemistry undisclosed
Marketed non-stick without stating the coating chemistry.
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
Great Value parchment paper is cellulose (wood pulp) treated with a non-stick and grease-resistant coating of unspecified chemistry. The coating is the safety question: commercial parchment typically uses silicone, wax, or fluorocarbon-based treatments to prevent sticking and moisture penetration. Without the manufacturer disclosing the specific coating type, you cannot verify whether it contains synthetic fluorinated compounds (beyond PFAS assessment) or other problematic additives. The cellulose substrate itself is food-safe when uncontaminated.
The brand's record and disclosure
Kroger's Great Value line does not publicly disclose coating chemistry for this product, either on packaging or via accessible material safety documents. The brand has no known certifications (e.g., FDA food-contact verification letters, third-party testing) specific to this parchment paper item. Kroger's broader sustainability and safety communications focus on price and convenience rather than ingredient transparency, which is typical for store brands but leaves consumers without reassurance on coating safety or heavy metal presence in the coating.
How it compares in its category
Store-brand parchment rolls occupy the low-cost, low-transparency end of the market. Premium brands like If You Care or Kirkland sometimes disclose silicone-based coatings and avoid fluorinated additives; other budget options (Kroger, Safeway store brands) do not. Most parchment paper in mass retail is functionally similar in safety profile if used correctly, but transparency varies widely. The lack of disclosure here is a competitive weakness, not necessarily a hazard indicator, but it prevents informed comparison.
If you buy it
Use parchment paper for baking and food prep below 420°F; above that temperature, silicone and some coatings may degrade or migrate into food. Do not use directly over an open flame or in a broiler. Inspect the paper before use for tears, ink bleed, or discoloration; discard any damaged sheets. Store in a cool, dry place away from direct sunlight to prevent coating breakdown. If you notice odor, discoloration, or flaking during use, stop and switch to a certified brand.
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.”
Coating migration or degradation at high heat
Unspecified non-stick coating composition means unknown thermal stability above 420°F. Silicone-based coatings are generally stable; fluorocarbon or wax-based alternatives may break down, leaving residue on food. No specific testing on record for this product.
Heavy metals in coating pigments or additives
Parchment paper coatings do not typically contain lead or cadmium, and no recalls or testing reports exist for Great Value brand. However, the lack of disclosed coating chemistry means composition cannot be verified as free of metal-based additives.
Ink transfer or bleaching agents on paper surface
Store-brand parchment may use cheaper printing inks for the roll label or surface text; if ink migrates to the food-contact side (rare but possible if paper is contaminated or stored improperly), it could expose users to printing solvents. No specific incidents on record for this product.
Mold or bacterial growth if stored damp
Cellulose paper is hygroscopic and can support mold if stored in high humidity. The non-stick coating reduces but does not eliminate this risk. Proper storage in a dry environment mitigates this hazard.
Insufficient grease barrier at high fat temperatures
Store-brand non-stick coatings may have lower durability or barrier performance than premium brands when exposed to prolonged high-heat frying or roasting. Grease can seep through worn or thin coatings, reducing the parchment's utility and potentially allowing paper fibers to contact food.
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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