Paper Mart · Grease-Resistant Deli & Butcher Paper
Paper Mart Check Dry Wax Paper Wrap 12 X 12
Dry wax paper lower concern, but brand discloses nothing about PFAS treatment.
Wax paper wraps are generally lower PFAS risk than grease-resistant liners, as paraffin wax is inherently PFAS-free. Paper Mart provides no PFAS transparency; contact them directly for coating specifics.
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Material
paper with wax coating (paraffin/soy blend typical)
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
Paper Mart Check Dry Wax Paper is a cellulose base coated with a wax layer, typically paraffin, soy, or a blend. The wax coating prevents moisture transfer and creates a non-stick surface without requiring fluorinated compounds. Dry wax papers are designed for wrapping, not high-heat cooking, so the wax does not melt into food under normal use conditions.
The brand's record and disclosure
Paper Mart is a regional/online foodservice supply brand with no publicly documented recall history for this product or safety violations. The company does not publish detailed material sourcing statements or PFAS-treatment disclosures on their website or packaging. No independent certifications (e.g., FDA cleared, compostable, organic) are marketed for this product.
How it compares in its category
Dry wax paper is a middle-ground choice: safer than bleached parchment for heat (which may off-gas) and lower-cost than certified compostable or plant-based alternatives. Unlike plastic wrap, it carries no BPA or phthalate risk. It is not microwave or oven safe above 120F and will not replace parchment in baking, limiting its utility versus premium brands.
If you buy it
Use for cold/room-temp food wrapping, sandwiches, and pantry storage only. Do not use in microwave, oven, or direct contact with hot foods above 120F, as the wax coating may soften and transfer to food. Check the wrap for any odor or visible degradation before each use. Store in a cool, dry place to prevent wax brittleness.
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.”
Wax coating leaching (paraffin or soy blend)
At room temperature, wax coatings are stable and food-contact approved. However, if the paper is heated above 120F or comes into prolonged contact with fatty foods, minimal wax softening and transfer is theoretically possible, though not documented as a health risk in normal use.
Bleach or chlorine residue in paper base
Paper Mart does not disclose whether the pulp is bleached or unbleached. Conventional food-grade papers may contain chlorine residues, but these are present at negligible levels in finished food-contact paper and no recalls or complaints are on record for this brand.
Ink or printing contaminants (if printed)
This product features printed text (the brand name and product details). Food-contact printing inks are regulated, and Paper Mart's packaging does not indicate use of heavy-metal-based inks, but no third-party testing or certification is publicly available.
Microplastic or fiber shedding
Paper-based wraps do not shed microplastics. Minor paper fiber migration to oily foods is theoretically possible but is not a documented health concern and does not meet the definition of microplastic contamination.
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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