Hardin Simmons · Grease-Resistant Butcher Paper
Gordon Paper Butcher Paper
Lower concern; uncoated butcher paper has minimal PFAS risk.
Gordon butcher paper is plain kraft paper without waterproofing or grease-resistant treatment. No PFAS disclosure, but material type suggests lower risk than treated food packaging.
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kraft paper, bleached sulfate pulp
Brand disclosure
Brand is silent on PFAS
Lab data
No public lab test
Why this grade
Safe base material
Made from a material with no inherent PFAS use (ceramic, mineral, or natural fiber).
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
Gordon Paper Butcher Paper is bleached kraft pulp, a wood-fiber paper produced via the sulfate process and chemically whitened. Unlike coated or plastic-laminated food papers, this product has no polymer barrier, adhesives, or synthetic coatings that could leach into food. The bleaching process itself (typically chlorine dioxide in modern mills) leaves no residual chemical burden at levels of concern in finished paper.
The brand's record and disclosure
Hardin Simmons is a regional U.S. paper distributor with no major food-safety recalls or public health citations on record for Gordon brand products. The brand does not publish detailed chemical transparency reports or third-party certifications (e.g., FDA Form 510(k) submissions). Absence of disclosure is typical for commodity butcher paper and does not indicate a safety problem.
How it compares in its category
Uncoated kraft butcher paper is one of the lowest-chemical-risk food-contact papers available. It sits well below plastic-laminated butcher paper (which may contain BPA or other polymeric leachables), wax-coated papers (potential for mineral oil contamination), or chlorine-bleached tissues. Bleached kraft is mainstream for direct food wrap in butcher shops and restaurants.
If you buy it
Use for cold or room-temperature food storage and wrapping; avoid direct contact with very hot foods or oils for extended periods, as kraft fibers can soften and shed when saturated with fat. Replace sheets if visibly torn, wet, or discolored. Store in a cool, dry location away from strong odors. No special washing or maintenance needed; discard after use.
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.”
Bleach residues (chlorine dioxide, etc.)
Modern sulfate bleaching processes are tightly controlled and residual bleach is negligible in finished paper. No established health concern from Gordon Paper or similar products.
Fiber shedding and ingestion
Uncoated paper can shed microscopic cellulose fibers when torn or saturated. Risk is minimal and fiber is digestible, but avoid prolonged contact with hot, oily foods.
Mold or microbial growth
Kraft paper itself does not support bacterial growth. Risk arises only if stored in damp conditions; keep dry to prevent mildew.
Ink or print contaminants (if printed)
Gordon Paper Butcher Paper is typically unprinted white kraft. If a printed version exists, food-grade inks should be used; confirm with supplier if printing is present on your roll.
Heavy metals in pulp or processing
Kraft pulp sourced from reputable U.S. mills is subject to EPA water-discharge standards. No recalls or contamination alerts exist for Gordon brand or typical bleached kraft butcher paper.
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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