Intermark · Butcher & Deli Paper
IDL Packaging PFAS-Free Grease-Proof Paper Sheets
Brand claims PFAS-free; verify independently before high-heat use.
Grease-proof paper typically requires water and oil repellent coatings, historically PFAS-based. This product claims PFAS-free formulation but lacks third-party verification or published lab data to confirm. Reasonable choice if brand commitment is genuine.
Brand says: “PFAS-Free Grease-Proof Paper Sheets”
The safe swap
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Idl Packaging White Butcher Paper 18" x 12000" Natural Butcher Paper Roll for Meat and Fish
70/100 safety
Same rubric that flunked this product. The swap earned its C.
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Material
Bleached paper with grease-resistant coating
Brand disclosure
Brand claims PFAS-free
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.
Brand-stated PFAS-free
The brand states the product is PFAS-free (self-declared).
The full breakdown
What it's made of and why it matters
IDL Packaging's grease-proof sheets are bleached paper with a proprietary grease-resistant coating; the brand claims PFAS-free formulation, but the alternative coating chemistry is not publicly detailed. Bleached paper can contain trace chlorine residues or byproducts (dioxins, furans) depending on bleaching method and final processing; modern mills typically minimize these, but variability exists across suppliers. The coating itself determines leaching risk into fatty or acidic foods, and its thermal stability determines whether it off-gasses or breaks down under heat.
The brand's record and disclosure
Intermark Electronics is primarily known for electronics and industrial packaging, not food contact materials; IDL Packaging appears to be a division or subsidiary with limited public safety documentation on this specific product line. The PFAS-free claim is stated but not backed by published third-party certification (e.g., FDA approval for food contact, NSF certification, or independent lab reports) in publicly available sources. No established safety controversies or recalls are on record for this brand in the food-packaging space, but absence of disclosure is not assurance.
How it compares in its category
Grease-proof paper sheets traditionally relied on PFAS coatings (PFOA, Teflon-type coating) for performance; PFAS-free alternatives now use wax, silicone, or proprietary fluorine-free polymers. IDL's approach sits in a growing market segment, but without disclosed coating identity, direct safety comparison to competitors (e.g., If You Care, Unbleached Parchment) is not possible. Standard parchment or silicone-coated options have longer independent safety records; this product's novelty and proprietary formulation introduce unknowns.
If you buy it
Limit use to room-temperature and low-heat applications (under 200°F / 93°C) until manufacturer confirms temperature rating and coating stability. Do not use in direct contact with high-fat foods (butter, oil, meat drippings) for extended periods without testing for leaching; request safety data sheet (SDS) from seller or manufacturer before high-contact use. Replace sheets if visible wear, discoloration, or coating flaking occurs, as degradation may expose underlying bleached paper. Contact Intermark directly for independent certifications or lab reports verifying PFAS-free status and food-contact safety compliance.
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.”
Chlorine residues from bleaching
Bleached paper can retain trace chlorine or form dioxin/furan byproducts during processing; modern food-grade mills typically meet strict limits, but IDL's sourcing and bleaching standards are not publicly documented.
Proprietary coating leaching (undisclosed chemistry)
The grease-resistant coating composition is not publicly identified; risk of leaching into fatty foods depends on coating stability, adhesion, and thermal degradation threshold, none of which are disclosed.
Thermal degradation and off-gassing
Without published temperature limits, coating integrity under oven or stovetop heat is unknown; fluorine-free alternatives sometimes have lower thermal stability than PFAS-based coatings, risking toxic volatile release.
Lack of third-party food-contact certification
Product claims PFAS-free but does not cite FDA food-contact approval, NSF certification, or independent safety testing; buyer verification of regulatory status is necessary before use with prepared food.
Microparticle or coating shedding
Coating degradation over repeated use or heat exposure may release microscopic particles into food; no published durability or wear-testing data available for this specific product.
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.
Formulations and coatings change between production runs. Always check the current label before buying.
Safer alternatives in Butcher & Deli Paper
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Idl Packaging White Butcher Paper 18" x 12000" Natural Butcher Paper Roll for Meat and Fish
Natural bleached kraft paper, no specified coating
Lower concern. Uncoated butcher paper unlikely to contain PFAS.
⚠Risky category by default
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