Intermark · Butcher & Deli Paper
Traeger BBQ Butcher Paper Roll
Butcher paper likely lower concern, but coating source unclear.
Traeger butcher paper is kraft-based with water resistance for grilling use. Brand does not disclose coating chemistry; PFAS risk depends on whether fluorinated water-repellent coating agents were used, which is common but unconfirmed here.
The safe swap
Aplin Films
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
kraft paper with water-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
Traeger Butcher Paper is kraft paper (bleached cellulose fibers) with a water-resistant coating to prevent moisture and grease penetration during smoking and storage. The coating source and formulation are not disclosed by Intermark; it could be silicone-based, wax-based, or synthetic polymer. Kraft paper itself is food-safe when unbleached or minimally bleached, but the coating's chemical identity determines whether leaching of additives or degradation byproducts occurs under heat (smoking reaches 225-275F typical, within paper stability but coating-dependent).
The brand's record and disclosure
Intermark Electronics does not publish detailed material safety data, ingredient lists, or third-party certifications for this product. No public recalls or safety complaints linked to Traeger butcher paper are on record. The company's silence on coating chemistry and PFAS status is typical of commodity kraft-paper suppliers but limits independent hazard assessment. No certifications such as FDA food-contact approval details or bleach-chlorine disclosure are readily available.
How it compares in its category
Butcher paper is lower-risk than plastic wrap or aluminum foil for food contact because it is not a continuous barrier and does not leach volatile compounds under moderate heat. Uncoated kraft or parchment alternatives exist but lack water resistance; silicone-coated butcher papers (from other brands) are more transparent in labeling. Traeger's product sits mid-range: more convenient than uncoated paper, but less transparent than premium alternatives with disclosed coatings.
If you buy it
Use for smoking and storage up to typical barbecue temperatures (under 300F); do not use for direct high-heat searing or oven broiling, which may degrade the coating. Replace rolls that show visible tears, discoloration, or odor when new. Store in a cool, dry place away from direct sunlight to prevent coating brittleness. Wash hands after use, especially if coating shows wear, to minimize incidental ingestion of coating particles.
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.”
Water-resistant coating composition (unspecified)
Intermark does not disclose whether the coating is silicone, wax, polyethylene, or synthetic resin. If synthetic polymer-based, potential for trace monomer or plasticizer leaching under heat; no specific test data for this product available.
Bleaching residue (kraft paper base)
Standard food-grade kraft paper undergoes chlorine or oxygen bleaching; residual chlorine compounds are minimal in finished product and not a reported concern for uncooked or low-heat food contact.
Coating degradation and particle shedding
Repeated exposure to moisture, grease, and heat may cause the water-resistant coating to crack or flake, potentially releasing coating particles into smoked food. No manufacturer guidance on coating lifespan or inspection intervals provided.
Formaldehyde or release agents (kraft paper processing)
Kraft paper does not typically require formaldehyde resins in manufacturing. No historical reports of formaldehyde off-gassing from this product category at food-contact temperatures.
Heavy metals or dyes (bleached kraft)
Food-grade kraft paper is not dyed and does not intentionally contain heavy metal pigments. Bleaching may introduce trace mineral residues, but these are not a recognized hazard in finished butcher paper.
What we don’t know
This grade is a model-based estimate from public materials, coatings, and brand disclosure at 65% 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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