What is Natural Wax Paper made of?

Natural Wax Paper is made of: Unbleached paper, Food-grade paraffin or soy wax coating.

What are the main concerns with Natural Wax Paper?

Key concerns for Natural Wax Paper include: Not oven safe — wax will melt at oven temperatures; Some wax papers use chlorine-bleached paper; choose unbleached.

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Natural Wax Paper

Better

Wrapping sandwiches and baked goods for storage

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Materials Used

Unbleached paper
Food-grade paraffin or soy wax coating

Common Marketing Claims

Non-stick
Grease resistant
Biodegradable

Editor's Note

Natural wax paper is a safer single-use wrap than PVC cling film for cold food wrapping. Not suitable for oven use or microwave.

Is Natural Wax Paper safe?

Natural Wax Paper is rated Better — a solid upgrade over conventional options. It's a meaningful step toward a lower-tox home, though there are still Best-rated alternatives worth comparing if you want to go further.

Key concerns at a glance:

Not oven safe — wax will melt at oven temperatures
Some wax papers use chlorine-bleached paper; choose unbleached

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