The Farmer's Dog · Pet Food Bags
Farmer's Table Pork Grain-Free Dog Kibble 11 lb
Lower-concern pet food packaging; no known PFAS trigger, but standard industry opacity on bag liners.
This kibble bag is primarily paper/cardboard with a typical polymer inner liner, standard pet food packaging that does not inherently require fluorochemicals for function. The Farmer's Dog does not disclose PFAS status for this product.
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paper/cardboard bag with inner polymer coating (likely polyethylene)
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
Farmer's Table kibble comes in a paper/cardboard bag with an inner polymer (likely low-density polyethylene or similar) moisture barrier. This dual-layer design prevents kibble degradation and moisture ingress during storage. The inner coating is food-contact approved under FDA regulations for pet food packaging, but direct prolonged contact between kibble and polymer, if the bag tears, poses minimal chemical transfer risk since dry kibble does not solubilize typical polymeric additives the way liquid or fatty products would.
The brand's record and disclosure
The Farmer's Dog is a direct-to-consumer pet food company with a stated focus on ingredient transparency and freshness (refrigerated/frozen models). However, publicly available information on packaging material sourcing, testing, or third-party certification is sparse. No major recalls tied to packaging contaminants have been documented. The brand does not publicly disclose polymer type or supplier details for bag liners, which is typical industry practice but limits independent verification.
How it compares in its category
Dry pet kibble bags typically use paper-plus-polymer construction across premium and budget segments; Farmer's Table is standard in this respect. Compared to standalone paper bags (less moisture protection) or fully plastic totes, the hybrid design balances barrier performance with material reduction. No significant safety advantage or disadvantage versus competitor formats like Purina, Orijen, or other grain-free brands in similar price tiers.
If you buy it
Store the unopened bag in a cool, dry location away from direct sunlight to slow polymer photo-degradation and maintain freshness. Once opened, transfer kibble to a food-grade airtight plastic or metal container to prevent moisture and pest ingress. Inspect the bag exterior for tears, punctures, or odors of degradation before use; a compromised barrier may allow mold or insect contamination rather than direct polymer leaching. Do not microwave kibble in the original bag or expose it to heat sources.
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.”
Polymer liner degradation and microplastic shedding
Over extended storage (6-12 months), polyethylene liners can become brittle and fragment, especially if exposed to heat or UV. Risk of microplastic particles in kibble is low but non-zero; transfer to sealed container after opening minimizes exposure.
Moisture barrier failure and mold contamination
Pet food bag breaches (punctures, seam splits, fold cracks) allow humidity ingress, creating conditions for aflatoxin-producing molds. This is a food safety issue unrelated to the bag material itself but directly tied to packaging integrity; inspect bags upon receipt.
Adhesive or print ink migration from external paper coating
Inks and adhesives on the exterior paper are not food-contact surfaces. No documented cases of migration into kibble for this product. Interior polymer coating is the food-contact layer and does not typically include heavy-metal inks.
BPA or phthalates in polymer liner
Pet food-grade polyethylene liners are not formulated with BPA or phthalate plasticizers, as these are not required for dry kibble applications. FDA approval for food contact implies testing, though specific certs are not publicly disclosed by the brand.
Insect or pest contamination via packaging gaps
Dry pet food bags are vulnerable to weevils, mites, and moths if seams or closures are compromised before or during storage. This is a pest-control issue rather than chemical hazard but reflects packaging durability and handling; common across the category.
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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