Reynolds · Bakeware
Reynolds Cookie Baking Sheets Parchment Paper Non-Stick 22 Sheets
Parchment lacks disclosure; non-stick coating type unknown. Skip if concerned.
Reynolds parchment paper has a non-stick coating but does not disclose whether PFAS compounds are used. No third-party testing or brand PFAS statement available.
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90/100 safety
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Material
Silicone-coated paper (non-stick coating unspecified)
Brand disclosure
Brand is silent on PFAS
Lab data
No public lab test
Why this grade
Non-stick, chemistry undisclosed
Marketed non-stick without stating the coating chemistry.
Category baseline
cookware 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
Reynolds Cookie Baking Sheets are silicone-coated paper, meaning a base paper substrate topped with a synthetic rubber-like layer to prevent sticking. Unlike traditional wax or Teflon-type coating (Teflon), silicone does not release toxic fumes at normal baking temperatures. However, Reynolds does not publish the specific silicone formulation, additives, or heat stability threshold for this product, making independent verification of safety limits difficult.
The brand's record and disclosure
Reynolds Kitchens does not provide detailed material safety disclosures for its parchment papers on product packaging or website. The company has not published third-party certifications (e.g., FDA compliance statements, heat-stability test results) specific to this SKU. Reynolds has faced PFAS scrutiny in media reporting but has not publicly committed to PFAS-free formulations across all product lines. This silence on coating chemistry is the primary transparency gap for this product.
How it compares in its category
Silicone-coated parchment is a middle-ground option: safer than traditional Teflon-type coating non-stick cookware (no fume risk above 500F), but less transparent than certified parchment from brands like If You Care or unbleached alternatives that disclose all ingredients. Most mass-market parchment papers (including Reynolds) do not disclose PFAS status or maximum safe temperatures, making them less informative than specialty brands but comparable in practical risk to other mainstream options.
If you buy it
Keep baking temperatures below 420F to stay well within silicone stability margins and avoid any low-temperature degradation. Do not reuse sheets more than 3-4 times; discard if surface becomes sticky, discolored, or flakes. Replace immediately if torn or charred. Store in a cool, dry place away from direct sunlight to prevent coating brittleness. Avoid broiling or direct flame contact.
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.”
Non-stick coating degradation and leaching
Reynolds does not specify the silicone or additives used. Silicone itself is generally stable, but unknown additives or crosslinkers could leach at high heat or with repeated use; no testing data disclosed for this product.
Paper substrate bleaching agents or sizing compounds
Base paper may contain chlorine bleach residues or synthetic sizing. Reynolds does not disclose these on packaging. No recalls or adverse reports on file for this product.
Heat stability and fume risk above recommended temperatures
Reynolds does not publish a maximum safe temperature for this parchment. Silicone is more stable than Teflon-type coating, but exceeding 420-450F could trigger unknown additives to degrade; risk is lower than Teflon-type coating but not quantified.
Microplastics or particle shedding from coating
No reports of visible flaking or particle contamination in Reynolds parchment. Properly maintained silicone coatings are unlikely to shed, but wear over time (especially if overheated or reused excessively) cannot be ruled out without testing.
Undisclosed PFAS in coating or paper treatment
Reynolds does not confirm PFAS-free status. Parchment coatings sometimes use PFAS for stain resistance. This is graded separately at 15/100, but the lack of explicit denial leaves uncertainty.
What we don’t know
This grade is a model-based estimate from public materials, coatings, and brand disclosure at 42% 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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