Parchment Paper by Market Pantry · Grease-Resistant Parchment Paper
PaperChef Parchment Paper Multipurpose - Count of 12 - 1 each
Lower concern, but brand silent on PFAS treatment specifics.
Parchment paper is traditionally silicone-coated and inherently low-risk. Market Pantry makes no PFAS or waterproofing claims, suggesting standard silicone coating without grease-resistant PFAS treatments.
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Material
Silicone-coated 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 product is paper coated with food-grade silicone, not Teflon-type coating (Teflon) or other Teflon-family coating. Silicone coatings are chemically inert and do not break down into volatile compounds or migrate into food under normal baking temperatures (up to around 420F/220C). The cellulose paper substrate itself is biologically safe. The silicone layer is what provides the non-stick and grease-resistant properties without the fume-release risks associated with Teflon-type coating cookware.
The brand's record and disclosure
Market Pantry is a Target house brand with no published certifications (e.g., FSC, bleach-free, PFAS-free statements) readily available. The brand does not publicly disclose manufacturing standards, PFAS treatment specifics, or third-party testing results for parchment products. This silence does not indicate a known problem but reflects typical opacity in the commodity food-packaging category; most parchment brands are similarly non-transparent.
How it compares in its category
Silicone-coated parchment is considered the safest non-stick option for home cooking, preferred over bleached-only paper (which may retain chlorine residues) and Teflon-type coating-coated alternatives (which pose fume risk if overheated). Compared to branded premium parchment (e.g., If You Care, Unbleached), Market Pantry offers no documented environmental or health advantage but costs less. No recalls or safety incidents are on record for this specific product line.
If you buy it
Use at temperatures under 420F (220C) to stay well within safe limits for the silicone coating. Do not reuse sheets after heavy discoloration or visible degradation; replace after 3-5 uses or when the non-stick surface noticeably declines. Store in a cool, dry place away from direct sunlight to prevent premature brittleness. This product is single-use and not suitable for stovetop direct-flame cooking.
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 migration or leaching
Silicone coatings used in food-contact parchment are FDA-approved and chemically stable. No studies on record show migration into food at normal baking temperatures. Risk is theoretical only.
Chlorine residues from bleaching
Market Pantry does not specify whether the paper base is bleached. If chlorine-bleached, trace residues may remain; unbleached or oxygen-bleached alternatives eliminate this concern. No specific test data available for this brand.
Teflon-type coating or Teflon-family coating contamination
Product is silicone-coated, not Teflon-type coating. No risk of Teflon-related fume emission. Silicone does not produce toxic volatiles when heated within normal kitchen temperatures.
Microplastic or fiber shedding
Degraded parchment paper can shed fibers into food if reused excessively or used above safe temperature limits. Replacing worn sheets mitigates this risk effectively.
PFAS in coating
Silicone itself does not require PFAS, but some parchment manufacturers use aqueous PFAS-based mixes to enhance water and grease resistance. Market Pantry provides no disclosure; PFAS presence cannot be ruled out but is lower probability than with competing brands using Teflon-family coating coatings.
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.
Safer alternatives in Grease-Resistant Parchment Paper
Parchment Paper by Kroger
If You Care Parchment Baking Sheets
bleached paper with silicone coating
Lower concern; PFAS-free claim but unverified by third party.
⚠Waterproof or stain-proof treatment
Parchment Paper by Market Pantry
PaperChef Parchment Sheet Pre-Cut - Case of 12 - 1 each
silicone-coated paper, heat-resistant polymer coating
Standard parchment; lower PFAS risk than non-stick cookware.
⚠Waterproof or stain-proof treatment
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