Parchment Paper by Harris Teeter · Grease-Resistant Parchment Paper
Reynolds Kitchens Parchment Paper
Skip until manufacturer discloses grease-resistant coating composition.
Parchment paper typically uses water and grease-resistant treatments; manufacturer does not disclose composition or PFAS status. No third-party testing publicly available.
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Material
silicone-coated or uncoated cellulose with non-stick treatment
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
Reynolds and Harris Teeter parchment papers are cellulose (wood pulp) sheets treated with a non-stick coating, typically silicone-based or wax-based on the food-contact side. The coating prevents sticking and grease penetration during baking and cooking. Cellulose itself is food-safe and widely accepted; the concern centers on what that coating contains, particularly whether it includes PFAS-based water and grease repellents to extend durability.
The brand's record and disclosure
Harris Teeter (owned by Kroger) and Reynolds Kitchens have not publicly detailed the chemical composition of their non-stick coatings. Neither brand has published a PFAS-free certification or independent testing results for their parchment products. Reynolds, the market leader, has faced no major recalls for parchment paper safety but also has not voluntarily disclosed coating ingredients, which is typical industry opacity on this issue.
How it compares in its category
Parchment paper is one of the lowest-risk food-contact items by material class; it does not leach significantly under normal baking temperatures (below 420F typically). Unbleached or kraft parchment varieties avoid chlorine-based bleaching byproducts. Some brands (Kana, Katbite) have marketed PFAS-free or certified coatings, though third-party verification is limited. Standard bleached parchment from major brands carries the same PFAS uncertainty as Harris Teeter and Reynolds.
If you buy it
Use at temperatures below 420F (manufacturer guidance) to prevent coating degradation and potential fume release. Replace rolls if coating shows visible wear, discoloration, or flaking. Do not reuse sheets multiple times in high-heat baking. Store in a cool, dry place away from direct sunlight to prevent coating breakdown. If PFAS disclosure becomes important to your household, contact the manufacturer directly or switch to brands with published PFAS-free certifications.
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.”
Teflon-type coating or silicone fume risk (thermal decomposition)
If the non-stick coating contains Teflon-family coating or high-temperature silicones, heating above manufacturer limits could release fumes. Standard parchment is designed for moderate heat (under 420F) and carries low risk at normal baking temperatures, but prolonged exposure to high direct heat (broiling, stovetop) may degrade the coating.
PFAS in grease-resistant coating
Industry standard parchment coatings historically used PFOA or PFAS variants for water and grease repellency. Harris Teeter and Reynolds have not disclosed whether their formulations contain legacy PFAS or modern alternatives. No recall or adverse health report is on record for this product, but uncertainty persists.
Cellulose breakdown and fiber migration (long-term heating)
Cellulose is stable under normal cooking conditions. No reports of fiber shedding or food contamination from parchment paper exist in public databases. Risk is theoretical only at extreme temperatures or prolonged contact with acidic foods.
Chlorine residue from bleaching (if bleached product)
Bleached parchment may contain trace chlorine compounds from processing, but regulatory limits for food-contact paper are strict, and migration into food is negligible under normal use. Unbleached or kraft varieties eliminate this pathway entirely.
Microplastic or coating particle release (mechanical wear)
If the non-stick coating is polymer-based, crumpling, folding, or high-friction use could release small particles. Direct evidence in food is absent, but cellulose-based parchment is prone to degradation over time and with rough handling.
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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