Sealpac · Butcher & Deli Paper
Expert Grill Butcher Paper
Grease-resistant butcher paper likely contains PFAS. Skip if concerned.
Butcher paper with grease resistance typically uses PFAS-based coatings to repel fats and oils. Sealpac does not disclose PFAS status or alternatives; unbleached/uncoated kraft paper is safer if available.
The safe swap
Aplin Films
Idl Packaging White Butcher Paper 18" x 12000" Natural Butcher Paper Roll for Meat and Fish
70/100 safety
Same rubric that flunked this product. The swap earned its C.
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Material
Kraft paper with grease-resistant coating
Brand disclosure
Brand is silent on PFAS
Lab data
No public lab test
Why this grade
No PFAS disclosure
No public statement about PFAS in this product.
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.
The full breakdown
What it's made of and why it matters
Expert Grill Butcher Paper is kraft paper (cellulose fibers) with a grease-resistant coating applied to the surface. Kraft paper itself is food-safe and biodegradable, but the coating chemistry is the critical variable. Grease-resistant coatings on butcher and food-service papers typically rely on fluorinated compounds (PFAS) to repel oils and fats, a well-established industry practice since the 1990s. The coating bonds to the paper surface and can migrate into fatty foods under heat or prolonged contact.
The brand's record and disclosure
Sealpac is a smaller regional butcher-paper supplier without a public PFAS disclosure statement or certification on their website. The brand has not announced a PFAS-free reformulation or phase-out timeline, which is typical for suppliers in this segment. No major recalls or safety controversies are on record for this product. Absence of disclosure does not confirm PFAS presence, but it reflects industry norm: grease-resistant paper suppliers rarely volunteer this information.
How it compares in its category
Most commodity butcher papers in grocery and food-service channels use PFAS-based grease barriers; Sealpac is typical in this regard. PFAS-free butcher paper does exist but is marketed explicitly as such (often at higher price) and remains niche. Uncoated kraft paper or papers coated with wax or silicone alternatives are available but lack grease resistance and are less convenient for raw meat handling. This product sits in the mainstream middle: functional but not differentiated on safety.
If you buy it
Minimize contact between coated surface and fatty meats for extended periods, especially if paper will be stored warm or in contact with rendered fat. Do not microwave or heat the paper directly; use it as a barrier for wrapping and cold storage only. Replace paper after visible grease saturation or discoloration, as degradation may increase migration. If PFAS exposure is a household priority, seek explicitly labeled PFAS-free or wax-coated alternatives, or use plain butcher's cloth and accept shorter shelf life.
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 migration into fatty foods
Grease-resistant coatings on butcher paper rely almost exclusively on fluorinated compounds. Migration risk increases with fatty meat, heat, or extended contact time.
Coating degradation and particulate shedding
Repeated handling, folding, or friction can wear the coating layer. Shed particles are unlikely to be toxic but represent loss of barrier function and potential contamination.
Ink or dye hazards from printing
Butcher paper labels and printing are typically food-contact approved, but Sealpac does not publish ink chemistry. Risk is low for soy or mineral-based inks (standard practice) but not independently verified for this brand.
Bleach or chlorine residues in kraft base
Kraft pulp is usually unbleached or lightly oxygen-bleached; chlorine levels in food-contact paper are regulated and typically negligible. No specific concerns documented for Sealpac product line.
Moisture retention and mold growth if stored wet
Paper absorbs moisture; if stored in humid conditions or after contact with water, mold or bacterial growth is possible. Grease-resistant coating does not prevent water absorption on reverse side.
What we don’t know
This grade is a model-based estimate from public materials, coatings, and brand disclosure at 45% 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 Butcher & Deli Paper
Aplin Films
Idl Packaging White Butcher Paper 18" x 12000" Natural Butcher Paper Roll for Meat and Fish
Natural bleached kraft paper, no specified coating
Lower concern. Uncoated butcher paper unlikely to contain PFAS.
⚠Risky category by default
Safeseal
IDL Packaging PFAS-Free Grease-Proof Paper Sheets
grease-proof paper with unspecified water/grease-resistant coating
Claim unverified; grease-proof coatings historically use PFAS.
⚠Waterproof or stain-proof treatment
Sappi Fine Papers
IDL Packaging PFAS-Free Grease-Proof Paper Sheets
paper with grease-resistant coating
Brand claims PFAS-free. No independent verification found. Proceed with caution.
⚠Waterproof or stain-proof treatment
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