Huhtamaki · Grease-Resistant Butcher Paper
UUDULY Butcher Paper Roll
Butcher paper likely lower concern; food contact limits PFAS risk.
Huhtamaki does not disclose PFAS status. Butcher paper typically uses lower-risk coatings, but grease resistance historically relied on fluorochemicals. No third-party verification found.
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Material
kraft paper with 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
UUDULY butcher paper is kraft (unbleached wood pulp) with a grease-resistant coating, typically silicone or wax-based on commodity butcher paper. Kraft paper itself is inert and food-safe at normal use temperatures. The coating's job is to prevent oil and moisture penetration during storage and wrapping of fresh or cured meats. Unlike plastic films, kraft paper does not leach plasticizers, BPA, or phthalates into food.
The brand's record and disclosure
Huhtamaki is a global food-packaging manufacturer with ISO 22000 (food safety) and FSSC 22000 certifications for most product lines. The company maintains compliance with FDA and EU food-contact material regulations. However, Huhtamaki has not published specific PFAS reduction commitments or third-party testing data for this SKU. No recalls or contamination incidents are recorded for UUDULY butcher paper.
How it compares in its category
Kraft butcher paper is the standard baseline for meat wrapping and poses fewer chemical risks than plastic-lined alternatives or bleached parchment with unspecified coatings. Some premium competitors market PFAS-free coatings explicitly; UUDULY does not. Compared to generic uncoated kraft, the grease-resistant treatment adds utility but introduces a coating variable that may or may not include fluorinated compounds.
If you buy it
Use for room-temperature wrapping and storage of fresh meats, deli products, and baked goods. Kraft paper's heat limit is roughly 200°C (392°F); do not use for direct oven contact or high-heat cooking. Replace rolls if paper yellows, tears, or develops odors. Store in cool, dry conditions to prevent moisture degradation of the coating.
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 composition (non-PFAS grease resistance)
Grease-resistant treatment is likely silicone, wax, or synthetic polymer; manufacturer does not disclose exact chemistry. Risk of migration is low at ambient food-contact temperatures but unknown without full ingredient disclosure.
Bleach residues or chlorine compounds
UUDULY is unbleached kraft, so oxygen-bleaching byproducts are minimal risk. Huhtamaki's food-contact certification implies residual chlorine levels meet FDA limits.
Heavy metals in mineral fillers
Kraft paper may contain talc, kaolin, or calcium carbonate as fillers. No specific testing of UUDULY has been published; Huhtamaki's certifications assume such additives are food-grade and non-toxic.
Ink or printing contaminants
If printed side contacts food directly, inks may leach solvents or heavy metals. Use printed side outward; most butcher-paper users wrap with printed side facing away from meat.
Mold or bacterial growth if wet-stored
Kraft paper absorbs moisture in humid conditions, risking mold growth that degrades food safety. Store rolls in dry environments and discard if exposed to standing water.
What we don’t know
This grade is a model-based estimate from public materials, coatings, and brand disclosure at 62% 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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