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yes, PFAS based chemicals are the replacement for wax in 'waxed paper' style products.


Why not just stick to wax?


¯\_(ツ)_/¯ it wasn't actually my decision


Source?


"Paper/paperboard food packaging: PFAS may be used as grease-proofing agents in fast-food wrappers, microwave popcorn bags, take-out paperboard containers, and pet food bags to prevent oil and grease from foods from leaking through the packaging."

https://www.fda.gov/food/chemical-contaminants-food/authoriz...




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