Taste of the Wild · Pet Food Bags
Taste of the Wild Ancient Prairie Dry Dog Food
Lower concern for a dry pet food bag; standard cardboard, plastic construction poses minimal PFAS risk.
Taste of the Wild's dry dog food comes in a typical multi-layer paper bag with plastic film interior, a common food packaging design that rarely requires water-resistant or grease-resistant coatings. No PFAS claims or disclosures from the brand.
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Paper/cardboard bag with polyethylene film lining
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
Taste of the Wild Ancient Prairie comes in a paper/cardboard exterior laminated with polyethylene (PE) film lining, a conventional structure for dry pet food. This construction protects kibble from moisture and oxygen while remaining cost-effective. PE film itself is considered low-toxicity for food contact and does not migrate significantly into dry products stored at room temperature. The paper layer provides structural support and printable surface for labeling.
The brand's record and disclosure
Taste of the Wild (owned by Diamond Pet Foods) does not publicly disclose specific material sourcing, migration testing, or PFAS screening for bag linings. No recalls specific to packaging safety have been identified for this product line. The brand has faced historical food-safety recalls unrelated to packaging (e.g., contamination issues in 2012), but current product safety reporting does not flag the bag itself as a concern. No third-party certifications (BPA-free, PFAS-tested) are advertised for this packaging.
How it compares in its category
Pet food bags universally use PE-lined cardboard or multilayer plastic films; Taste of the Wild's construction is typical for mainstream dry pet food. Some premium or eco-focused brands (e.g., some offerings from Open Farm) highlight recyclable or compostable packaging, but functional safety profiles are similar across the category. Migration risk from PE film into dry kibble is negligible compared to hot or fatty foods, making this packaging choice safer than, for example, PE containers used for cooking oils.
If you buy it
Store the unopened bag in a cool, dry location away from direct sunlight and heat sources to prevent film degradation and maintain seal integrity. Once opened, transfer kibble to an airtight container if storing for more than two weeks; this reduces staling and eliminates any theoretical risk from repeated bag handling. Check the bag for punctures or delamination before use. No special precautions are needed beyond standard pet food storage practices.
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.”
Polyethylene film degradation and microparticles
PE lining does not degrade significantly during normal storage of dry kibble at room temperature. No evidence of PE shedding or microparticle contamination into Taste of the Wild products has been reported.
BPA or BPS from film or adhesives
PE films do not contain BPA; adhesives in cardboard lamination are not typically BPA-based. No BPA contamination has been documented for this product or comparable pet food bags.
Ink or dye migration from label printing
Pet food bags are printed on the exterior surface, separated from kibble by the PE lining. Direct contact between food and inks is not a standard concern for this packaging design. No safety alerts exist for Taste of the Wild labeling.
Moisture or oxygen permeability allowing mold or contamination
PE-lined cardboard provides adequate barrier function for dry food if the seal remains intact. Punctured or improperly sealed bags can allow moisture ingress and subsequent mold growth, but this reflects storage failure rather than bag defect. Inspect bags before purchase.
Adhesive or solvent residues in lamination
Modern food-grade lamination adhesives are formulated to minimize volatile organic compound (VOC) release and are not expected to contaminate dry kibble. No specific testing or complaints for Taste of the Wild bags have been recorded.
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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