Regal · Compostable Bowls
Genera TBA012B101IN 12 oz Disposable Bowl - Molded Fiber, Natural, Beige
Lower PFAS concern; molded fiber bowls typically have minimal processing, but some brands add water/grease barriers, Regal silent on treatment.
This disposable molded fiber bowl is made from a cellulose base (typically recycled paper or plant fiber), which carries lower intrinsic PFAS risk compared to coated or plastic alternatives.
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Molded fiber (paperboard/bagasse)
Brand disclosure
Brand is silent on PFAS
Lab data
No public lab test
Why this grade
Category baseline
food packaging is a category where PFAS exposure is more common.
No PFAS disclosure
No public statement about PFAS in this product.
Safe base material
Made from a material with no inherent PFAS use (ceramic, mineral, or natural fiber).
The full breakdown
What it's made of and why it matters
This bowl is molded fiber, a material made from post-consumer or virgin paperboard and/or bagasse (sugarcane pulp residue). Molded fiber is inherently low-processing: it's formed wet from fibrous slurry, then dried, requiring no chemical coatings or synthetic polymers in the base material. Unlike polystyrene or plastic-lined paper bowls, there is no Teflon-type coating, vinyl, or traditional plastic resin involved. The beige natural color indicates no synthetic dyes are required, reducing exposure to azo dyes or heavy metal pigments common in colored foodware.
The brand's record and disclosure
Regal is a manufacturer of compostable serviceware but maintains minimal public transparency on chemical treatments or certifications. The company does not publicly disclose whether water or grease barriers are applied to this specific bowl model. No recalls, lawsuits, or regulatory actions specific to Regal molded fiber bowls have been documented in public records. The silent stance on barrier treatments means you cannot confirm whether any PFAS-containing coatings have been added post-molding.
How it compares in its category
Molded fiber bowls like this are considered among the safest single-use food containers because they avoid plastic polymers, coatings, and synthetic adhesives altogether. Compared to coated paper bowls (which often use fluorinated water barriers), Teflon-type coating-lined ceramics, or melamine dishes, molded fiber eliminates the risk of coating leaching or polymer breakdown. However, if Regal applies invisible water-resistance treatments to meet food-contact standards, those additives remain undisclosed, putting this product at a minor transparency disadvantage versus brands that specify barrier type and test results.
If you buy it
Molded fiber bowls are designed for single-use, cold-to-warm food (typically up to 180 F or 82 C). Do not microwave or use with oils or acidic foods for extended periods, as moisture and heat can degrade the fiber structure. These bowls are fully compostable in commercial facilities; home composting may take 6-12 months. Replace immediately if the bowl shows visible softening, discoloration, or mold growth, as fiber is prone to microbial colonization if stored damp.
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.”
Moisture degradation and microbial growth
Molded fiber is hygroscopic and can harbor bacteria or mold if stored in humid conditions or if bowl becomes damp before use. No manufacturing standard guarantees antimicrobial treatment of Regal bowls.
Undisclosed barrier coatings
Regal does not publicly specify whether this bowl contains water- or grease-resistant treatments. Such barriers may include fluorinated compounds, silicones, or waxes; composition and safety profile are not transparent.
Formaldehyde in fiber processing
Molded fiber production typically does not require formaldehyde-releasing resins. No formaldehyde contamination has been reported in this product category or brand.
Heavy metal contamination in pulp or pigments
Molded fiber bowls use minimal additives; the natural beige color requires no synthetic pigments. Post-consumer recycled content could theoretically carry trace metals, but no recalls or test results document this risk for Regal products.
Leaching from post-molding treatments
If water-resistant or grease-barrier coatings are applied after molding, their chemistry and food-contact safety are unknown due to lack of disclosure. This creates uncertainty rather than documented risk.
What we don’t know
This grade is a model-based estimate from public materials, coatings, and brand disclosure at 78% 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 Compostable Bowls
Vegware
Bridge-Gate 12 oz. White Bagasse Bowl (1000 per Case)
bagasse (sugarcane fiber), uncoated
Lower-concern choice, bagasse bowl with no intentional PFAS and third-party verification of SPC standards.
✓Verified PFAS-free by a third party
BioPac
World Centric Compostable Bowls
Compostable plant-based fiber (sugarcane bagasse or similar)
Lower-concern choice, plant-based compostable bowls with no reported PFAS risk.
✓Verified PFAS-free by a third party
Eco-Products
ECO-SYSTEMS Kraft Molded Fiber Bowl
Kraft molded fiber (uncoated or minimal treatment)
Lower-concern choice; molded fiber inherently avoids PFAS, but verify specific batch has no applied water-resistant coating.
⚠Risky category by default
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