Sealpac · Butcher & Deli Paper
Mossy Oak Heavy-Duty Coated Freezer Paper
Skip. Grease-resistant coating type undisclosed, PFAS risk unclear.
Freezer paper with waterproof coating lacks material transparency. Brand provides no PFAS disclosure or testing data, making risk assessment impossible.
The safe swap
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Idl Packaging White Butcher Paper 18" x 12000" Natural Butcher Paper Roll for Meat and Fish
70/100 safety
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Material
Paper with waterproof/grease-resistant coating, type unspecified
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
Mossy Oak Heavy-Duty Coated Freezer Paper is paper substrate with a waterproof and grease-resistant surface coating, but Sealpac does not publicly disclose the coating chemistry. Traditional freezer paper uses polyethylene film; modern alternatives sometimes use wax or fluorinated compounds (PFAS-based). Without disclosure, the coating's composition and migration potential into frozen or thawed foods cannot be reliably assessed.
The brand's record and disclosure
Sealpac is a regional or specialty brand with limited public transparency on material safety documentation or third-party certifications. No published PFAS testing results, recalls, or safety certifications (such as FDA food-contact verification) are readily available for this product. The silence on coating type is the primary concern and differs from major competitors who often specify polyethylene or wax composition.
How it compares in its category
Standard freezer paper (butcher paper with polyethylene backing) is well-established and generally regarded as low-risk for food contact. Wax-coated alternatives are also common and safer from PFAS perspective. This product's 'heavy-duty coated' claim without ingredient transparency makes it harder to rank; it may perform better than standard paper but introduces uncertainty about the coating agent, which is the key differentiator.
If you buy it
Use only for frozen storage, not for wrapping warm foods or direct oven use. Keep coated side away from foods when possible. Replace if coating shows visible wear, cracking, or separation. Store in a cool, dry place to prevent coating degradation. Consider requesting product safety data sheet (SDS) from Sealpac directly before bulk purchase.
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.”
Grease-resistant coating composition (undisclosed)
Sealpac does not specify whether the coating is polyethylene, wax, or fluorinated (PFAS-containing). Teflon-family coating-based coatings may migrate into fatty or oily foods; risk cannot be quantified without disclosure.
Coating degradation and migration
Heavy-duty coatings are prone to flaking or separation over time, especially if exposed to moisture or temperature fluctuations. Ingestion of coating fragments is unlikely but possible with compromised paper.
Thermal stability of coating at elevated temperatures
Freezer paper is rated for freezing only. Heat or direct oven exposure may break down the coating and release volatile or semi-volatile compounds; no independent testing of this product at elevated temperature is on record.
Ink or printing inks on exterior
The Mossy Oak branding print on the exterior is decorative only and should not contact food. Standard food-packaging inks are low-risk, but no specific certification for this product's printing is available.
Bacterial or mold growth under damaged coating
If the waterproof coating cracks or peels, moisture can penetrate the paper substrate, creating conditions for microbial growth during storage. Regular inspection and replacement are important for food safety.
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.
Safer alternatives in Butcher & Deli Paper
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Lower concern. Uncoated butcher paper unlikely to contain PFAS.
⚠Risky category by default
Safeseal
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Claim unverified; grease-proof coatings historically use PFAS.
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IDL Packaging PFAS-Free Grease-Proof Paper Sheets
paper with grease-resistant coating
Brand claims PFAS-free. No independent verification found. Proceed with caution.
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