Parchment Paper by Harris Teeter · Grease-Resistant Parchment Paper
Parchment Paper
Skip until coating composition is disclosed; typical parchment uses PFAS.
Harris Teeter parchment paper lacks disclosure of its grease-resistant coating composition. Most parchment papers rely on PFAS-based Teflon-family coating treatments to resist grease and moisture.
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Material
Cellulose paper with grease-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
Harris Teeter parchment paper is cellulose (wood pulp) coated with a grease-resistant, non-stick layer to prevent food from sticking during baking. The coating composition is not disclosed on packaging or readily available from the retailer, which is typical for store brands. Standard parchment coatings are either silicone, wax, or fluorochemical (PFAS-containing) formulations; without disclosure, the specific hazard profile cannot be confirmed. The cellulose substrate itself is food-safe, but the coating's thermal stability and composition are the critical unknowns.
The brand's record and disclosure
Harris Teeter (Kroger owned) does not publicly disclose the specific coating chemistry of its parchment paper products, nor does it publish safety certifications or PFAS-free claims. The brand has not been flagged for major parchment-related recalls, but its silence on coating ingredients is standard for private-label food packaging and reflects minimal transparency. No independent third-party certifications (e.g., FDA pre-market approval details) are readily accessible for this specific SKU. Consumers seeking certainty on PFAS content will find no official reassurance from Harris Teeter.
How it compares in its category
Generic store-brand parchment papers occupy the lower transparency tier; branded alternatives like If You Care or Unbleached Chef's Paper often provide PFAS-free claims or fuller ingredient disclosure. Silicone-coated parchment (common in mainstream brands) is generally considered safe under typical home baking, while PFAS-coated variants carry the contamination risk outlined in the PFAS grade. Harris Teeter's product is indistinguishable in safety profile from other unlabeled parchment without testing, making it neither worse nor better than typical grocery parchment.
If you buy it
Use parchment paper for temperatures up to 420-450°F (the typical safe range for cellulose-based products); avoid direct contact with bare flames or broiler elements. Replace the sheet between uses to prevent buildup of food residue and potential smoke. Do not use for very high-heat applications like pizza stones in ovens above 500°F or for prolonged contact with acidic foods (citrus, vinegar), which may degrade the coating. If you smell an unusual chemical odor when heating, discontinue use and consider switching to a branded alternative with full PFAS disclosure.
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.”
PFAS in grease-resistant coating (fluorochemicals)
Harris Teeter does not disclose coating composition; typical parchment paper coatings include PFAS-based fluorochemicals, though some formulations use silicone or wax alternatives. Without testing or brand confirmation, PFAS presence cannot be ruled out.
Thermal degradation and coating shedding
At temperatures above the product's design limit, cellulose parchment coatings can degrade and potentially shed microparticles into food. Harris Teeter provides no documented safe temperature ceiling on packaging.
Bleach residues or chlorine processing
No recalls or reports of bleach residue contamination specific to Harris Teeter parchment paper. Standard food-grade paper undergoes safety processing, but unbleached alternatives exist if this is a concern.
Migration of non-specified coating additives into fatty foods
Greasy or oily foods can accelerate minor migration of coating components, particularly if the product contains undisclosed additives or is used at high temperatures. This risk is speculative without coating chemistry transparency.
Microplastic or coating fragments from repeated use
No established reports of visible degradation or fragment shedding in parchment paper under normal home use. Risk increases with overheating or physical damage to the sheet.
What we don’t know
This grade is a model-based estimate from public materials, coatings, and brand disclosure at 35% 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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bleached paper with silicone coating
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silicone-coated paper, heat-resistant polymer coating
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