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Great Value Unbleached Parchment Paper Roll
Likely lower concern. Silicone coatings rarely contain PFAS.
Unbleached parchment with silicone release coating. Brand discloses no PFAS information, but silicone-coated parchment typically avoids PFAS per common industry practice.
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Material
Unbleached paper with silicone 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
Great Value Unbleached Parchment Paper is cellulose fiber (wood pulp) coated with food-grade silicone. The unbleached designation means the paper was not treated with chlorine-based whitening agents, reducing exposure to chlorinated byproducts. Silicone is a synthetic polymer that remains chemically inert at typical oven temperatures (up to 420°F) and does not migrate into food under normal use. The lack of bleaching also typically means fewer residual chemicals in the base paper layer.
The brand's record and disclosure
Great Value (Walmart's private label) provides minimal transparency on parchment paper formulation and does not publish independent safety certifications or third-party testing for this product. The brand has no documented recalls specific to unbleached parchment paper. Walmart does not publicly disclose PFAS use in this product category, though silicone coatings on parchment are generally not a known PFAS vector. No formal certifications (e.g., FDA compliance statements) are prominently featured on retail listings.
How it compares in its category
Unbleached parchment paper occupies a middle ground: safer than bleached varieties (which historically used chlorine dioxide) but less transparently sourced than premium brands like If You Care or Kirkland that provide organic or FSC certifications. Silicone-coated parchment is the industry standard and considered safer than older wax-coated papers. Great Value's price point reflects less rigorous supplier vetting than specialty competitors, but no established safety gap for typical home baking use.
If you buy it
Use at temperatures up to 420°F (manufacturer guidance for most parchment); above that, silicone may degrade and fibers may scorch. Replace the roll if you see visible damage, discoloration, or burn marks. Store in a cool, dry place away from direct heat to preserve the silicone coating. Do not reuse sheets if they have torn or separated from the paper base, as debris may shed into food.
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.”
Silicone coating migration at high heat
Food-grade silicone is stable at standard baking temperatures (up to 420°F), but prolonged exposure above 450°F may cause microscopic leaching into food or degradation of the coating. This product carries no explicit temperature limit on packaging; users must infer from industry standards.
Chlorinated residues in bleached vs. unbleached base
Great Value's unbleached designation avoids chlorine dioxide bleaching, reducing residual chlorinated organic compounds. No testing on file for this specific product, but unbleached parchment generally carries lower chemical residue burden than bleached alternatives.
Ink or printing contaminants on roll surface
The roll packaging may bear printed labels or inks; if these contact food during unrolling, migration is theoretically possible. No recalls or reports for Great Value parchment paper specifically. Standard precaution: allow printed side to face outward when lining baking sheets.
Adhesive or sizing agents in paper substrate
Food-contact papers typically use starch or mineral-based sizing; no additives or adhesives are disclosed for this product. Unbleached paper may retain more natural lignin and fiber binders, which are not considered food safety hazards at typical baking durations.
Mold or bacterial growth if stored wet
Paper is hygroscopic and can support mold if stored in humid conditions. This is not specific to the brand but a general paper product hazard. Keep roll in original packaging and store in a dry cabinet away from moisture sources.
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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