Parchment Paper by Harris Teeter · Grease-Resistant Parchment Paper
Reynolds Kitchens Parchment Paper Roll, 25 ft x 12 in, 25 Total Sq. ft., Size: 12 inch
Lower concern. Traditional parchment uses silicone, not Teflon-family coating.
Parchment paper is typically coated with silicone for non-stick and grease-resistant properties, not PFAS-based Teflon-family coating. Brand provides no PFAS disclosure, but material choice itself is lower risk than coated cookware or treated apparel.
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Material
Silicone-coated vegetable parchment paper
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
This is vegetable-based parchment paper coated with silicone, not plastic or Teflon-type coating (Teflon). Silicone is an inert synthetic polymer that resists heat and moisture without breaking down into harmful compounds at typical cooking temperatures (up to about 420°F). Unlike plastic wraps or aluminum foil alternatives, silicone-coated parchment does not leach problematic chemicals into food when used as directed.
The brand's record and disclosure
Harris Teeter (the store brand manufacturer) has no publicized history of parchment paper recalls or safety violations. The company does not prominently disclose parchment coating chemistry on packaging, which is typical for this product category. No independent testing reports have flagged Harris Teeter parchment for contamination with heavy metals, BPA, or other food-contact hazards.
How it compares in its category
Silicone-coated parchment is the industry standard and considered safer than uncoated parchment (which can degrade faster) or plastic alternatives. This product is functionally equivalent to major brands like Reynolds and store brands from other retailers. At lower price points, it represents a straightforward choice without premium certifications (organic, compostable claims) that would differentiate it.
If you buy it
Use it for baking, roasting, and stovetop cooking up to approximately 420°F; do not use under direct flame. Replace the roll if the coating visibly peels, tears, or discolors. Store in a cool, dry place away from direct sunlight to prevent the backing from becoming brittle. Standard disposal as household waste is appropriate; it is not compostable in most municipal systems.
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 leaching at high temperature
Silicone is highly stable and does not leach at typical cooking temperatures. No established reports of silicone compounds migrating into food from parchment paper under normal use.
Chlorine-based bleaching residues
Parchment is often bleached during manufacture. Harris Teeter does not disclose bleaching method on packaging. Residual chlorine compounds are not expected at food-contact levels, but ingredient transparency is absent.
Mineral oil or processing oils in coating
Silicone-coated parchment should not contain mineral oil, but product specifications are not publicly detailed. No recall or contamination history for this brand.
Microplastic generation from coating wear
Repeated use at high heat or mechanical stress may cause silicone coating to flake slightly, introducing microscopic particles into food. Risk is low with normal use but increases with torn or degraded sheets.
Dioxin precursors from pulp bleaching
Modern parchment paper manufacture uses elemental chlorine-free or totally chlorine-free processes that minimize dioxin risk. Harris Teeter parchment carries no specific certification of this practice.
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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