When you roll out a sheet of baking paper or air-fryer liner, you are likely thinking about an easy clean-up, not toxic chemicals. For decades, we’ve trusted food-grade paper to be a safe barrier between our meals and high heat. However, recent environmental and health studies have revealed a worrying truth: PFAS and microplastics.

In our daily life, we encounter various types of food-grade paper. While a single sheet of paper might look simple, there is a wealth of secrets behind its safety. This becomes especially critical when the paper comes into direct contact with your food.