International Paper · Grease-Resistant Paper Goods
Kraft Paper Roll
Lower concern. Uncoated kraft paper carries minimal PFAS risk.
Kraft paper is an inherently low-risk material when uncoated. International Paper's standard kraft rolls do not advertise grease-resistant or waterproof treatment, suggesting no PFAS-containing water-repellent coating applied.
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kraft paper, no added Teflon-type coating/water-repellent coating stated
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
Kraft paper is made from wood pulp processed via the kraft (sulfate) process, which breaks down lignin and produces a strong, relatively pure cellulose fiber. International Paper's kraft rolls are typically unbleached or lightly bleached virgin fiber with no added polymer coatings, fluorochemicals, or binders stated on product information. This simple composition means fewer synthetic additives that could leach into food contact.
The brand's record and disclosure
International Paper is a large commodity producer with public sustainability commitments but limited granular transparency on food-contact safety testing or chemical residues in finished rolls. The company has not issued specific certifications (e.g., FDA food-contact approval statements) widely visible for this product line, though kraft paper itself is generally recognized as food-safe. No recalls or documented contamination incidents tied to this product are on record.
How it compares in its category
Uncoated kraft paper is among the lowest-risk food-wrapping options compared to plastic films (BPA/phthalate concern), bleached parchment (residual chemicals), or wax-coated alternatives. It avoids the microplastic and synthetic chemical exposure of many competitors, though it offers no grease barrier without intentional waxing or coating. For dry or low-moisture foods, it performs comparably to specialty food-service papers at lower cost.
If you buy it
Use for wrapping sandwiches, baked goods, or dry items; avoid prolonged direct contact with fatty, acidic, or wet foods, which can soften or degrade the paper. Do not use in direct contact with food in ovens above 350°F (charring risk). Store rolls in cool, dry conditions to prevent mold growth on the cellulose. Replace if the roll shows visible discoloration, odor, or moisture damage.
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.”
Residual processing chemicals (bleach, chlorine compounds)
Kraft paper undergoes bleaching and pulping with chlorine dioxide or hydrogen peroxide; trace residues are not typically migrating at room temperature but incomplete disclosure on this specific roll makes verification difficult.
Mold or microbial contamination if stored improperly
Cellulose-based products are susceptible to fungal growth in humid conditions; risk is storage-dependent, not inherent to the material, and preventable with dry storage.
Ink or print contaminants if printed surfaces contact food
Standard International Paper kraft rolls are unprinted; if a branded or printed variant is used, food-contact ink safety would need verification on the specific product SKU.
Heavy metals (lead, cadmium, mercury) in pulp feedstock
No specific testing data on record for this product; kraft pulp from managed forests and modern mills carries negligible heavy metal risk, though virgin paper sourcing details are not independently verified here.
Coating degradation or shedding (if coated variant)
This uncoated roll does not present this hazard; any waxed or plastic-lined kraft roll would require separate evaluation.
What we don’t know
This grade is a model-based estimate from public materials, coatings, and brand disclosure at 78% 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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