Per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS), widely used in oil- and water-resistant paper packaging, are under increasing global scrutiny due to their persistent, bioaccumulative, and potentially carcinogenic nature. Known as “forever chemicals,” PFAS compounds are linked to serious health issues, including liver damage, hormone disruption, and increased cancer risk. As regulatory bodies like the EU and US EPA tighten restrictions on PFAS in food contact materials, the packaging industry faces growing pressure to find safer, sustainable alternatives.
Why Fluorine-Free Oil Repellents?
Fluorine-free oil repellents offer a safer solution without compromising performance. Unlike traditional PFAS-based coatings, these alternatives utilize polymeric or hybrid barrier technologies that provide oil and grease resistance through surface energy manipulation and barrier layer formation—without introducing halogenated substances.
Key Advantages:
- PFAS-Free: Zero risk of persistent organic pollutants.
- Food Safe: Compliant with FDA and EU food contact regulations.
- Eco-Friendly: Biodegradable and safer for recycling and composting streams.
- Comparable Performance: Maintains excellent oil resistance (Cobb value < 20 g/m²) under high-temperature and high-grease conditions.
Application Fields of Fluorine-Free Oil Repellents
Fluorine-free technologies are now widely applied across multiple sectors:
- Fast Food Wrappers & Liners: Ideal for burger wraps, sandwich wraps, and tray liners that require direct food contact safety and hot grease resistance.
- Takeaway & Delivery Bags: Keeps packaging leak-proof without the risk of harmful chemical migration.
- Industrial Greaseproof Paper: Used in machine part wrapping or oil-absorbing liners, especially where PFAS use is restricted.
- E-commerce Packaging: Increasingly adopted in sustainable and food-safe mailer designs for health-conscious brands.
Our PFAS-Free Solutions:
At Amazon Chemicals, we offer two grades of fluorine-free oil repellents to match different application and performance needs:
- High-performance grade with excellent oil resistance up to 100°C.
- Ideal for hot food packaging and industrial applications.
- Cost-effective solution for standard oil-resistant packaging.
- Suitable for ambient to moderately heated food service packaging.
Conclusion
As global demand for PFAS-free, sustainable, and food-safe packaging intensifies, fluorine-free oil repellents emerge as the most viable alternative. They not only meet environmental and regulatory expectations but also offer reliable barrier performance across diverse packaging scenarios.
Whether you’re producing foodservice wrappers or sustainable industrial liners, Amazon Chemicals has the right solution for your needs.
Explore our full range of Oil Repellents for Paper now.
