Wellness CORE · Pet Food Bags
Wellness CORE+ (Formerly RawRev) Grain Free Small Breed Natural Dry Dog Food, Original Turkey & Chic
Lower concern for PFAS in packaging; standard dry pet food bag with no red flags, but no verified testing.
This is a standard dry dog food in a conventional paper/cardboard bag. Dry pet food bags typically present lower PFAS risk compared to grease-resistant or waterproof food packaging, since they don't require water or grease barriers.
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Paper/cardboard bag with standard print
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 product ships in a multi-ply paper/cardboard bag, typical for dry pet food. The bag is printed with food-grade inks and may include a plastic moisture barrier layer inside (common in the category to protect kibble from humidity). Paper and cardboard themselves are inert and stable when dry; the primary concern in pet food packaging is any interior plastic lining and printing inks that contact the product.
The brand's record and disclosure
Wellness CORE is owned by WellPet LLC, a subsidiary of Nestlé Purina. The brand has marketed the product line as natural and grain-free with some third-party certifications (e.g., AAFCO compliance for pet food standards). No major recalls or contamination incidents specific to packaging safety are on record for this product. The brand does not publicly disclose detailed packaging material sourcing or independent testing for contaminants like PFAS or heavy metals in inks.
How it compares in its category
Dry pet food bags are largely standardized in material: kraft paper with an interior plastic barrier and print ink. Wellness CORE is in the mid-to-premium segment; comparable products (Orijen, Taste of the Wild, Acana) use similar packaging. No significant differentiation in bag safety across mainstream brands; most do not test or disclose barrier-layer composition. This product is neither ahead of nor behind its peers on transparency.
If you buy it
Store the bag in a cool, dry place away from direct sunlight to prevent condensation and potential mold inside the bag. Do not transfer kibble to containers unless they are food-safe plastic or glass; some plastic storage bins may leach if exposed to oils in premium foods. Inspect the bag for tears or punctures before use, as a damaged barrier can allow moisture ingress. Consume the bag within 4-6 weeks of opening to maintain freshness and reduce risk of rancidity in the fats.
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.”
Printing inks and colorants
Food-contact surface of the bag is printed; if inks migrate into kibble (unlikely in dry conditions), some low-grade inks may contain heavy metals or aromatic solvents. Wellness does not disclose ink specifications. Risk is low if bag remains intact and dry, but unverified.
Plastic moisture barrier (interior lining)
Most dry pet food bags include a polyethylene or polypropylene inner layer. If this layer contacts kibble or moisture, minor migration of oligomers is possible but not documented as a safety issue in this product. No test data available for Wellness CORE specifically.
Mycotoxins or mold (storage-related, not packaging)
The bag design is standard and should protect kibble if stored dry. Wellness CORE itself has not been subject to public mycotoxin recalls. Risk depends on how user stores the bag, not inherent packaging hazard.
Cardboard dust or fibers
Exterior cardboard may shed dust; this is not a contaminant of the food itself if the interior barrier is intact. No reported incidents with this product.
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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