Industry Trends
As consumers prioritise health[1], there has been growing interest about the presence of polyfluoroalkyl substances, otherwise known as PFAS in parchment paper.[2] Whilst the presence of PFAS does help to enhance parchment paper’s moisture-resistant and grease-proof properties, more and more professional chefs are swapping to using PFAS-free alternatives, to avoid what’s called ‘the forever chemical’ in their cooking.
Furthermore, with sustainability a core focus within hospitality, and the government tightening laws on waste, it’s a good time to think of new ways to reduce your business’ environmental impact. Whilst reducing your use of packaging and materials can help, re-using food wraps and baking parchment is not possible, with hygiene and cross-contamination risks. However, with professional-grade compostable and recyclable alternatives on the market, it is possible to choose wraps that help support your kitchen’s sustainability goals.
The Real MVP (Most Versatile Parchment)
By using professional-grade and high-quality parchment, you can help ensure fantastic results across the kitchen.
Parchment paper is non-stick, but more than that, it’s also moisture and grease resistant. As a result, using parchment on top of a baking tray over alternatives like silicone mats can help achieve the desired texture when it comes to cookies, providing a crisper base. Whether it’s used for delicate bakes, or roasting, parchment is designed to withstand high temperatures, up to 220°C, making it a versatile choice for most kitchen needs.
Various Uses
- Catch drippings when roasting to help make clean-up easier
- Can be used on stove-top cooking to create a ‘false lid’ or cartouche when simmering or poaching ingredients to prevent liquids from evaporating
- It’s excellent to use with bakery items, especially when they have a high-sugar content like caramel, thanks to its non-stick and non-grease properties.
- For those who work in food-to-go, it’s a great wrap option for takeaways!
- Of course, it also helps prevent goods from sticking to trays and pans.
The Wrapmaster® Range
Wrapmaster® Baking Parchment offers chefs and foodservice professionals a high-quality parchment, suitable for all baking needs. Oven, microwave and freezer safe, the parchment has an excellent non-stick coating that eliminates the need to pre-grease, all whilst being PFAS free. Better yet, for businesses with sustainability on their mind, Wrapmaster® Baking Parchment is compostable[i] in both home and industrial composting environments.
[1] Lumina Intelligence, Eating & Drinking Out Panel 5WE 24/11/2024
[2] https://www.forksoverknives.com/wellness/is-parchment-paper-toxic-what-you-need-to-know/, January 2025
[i] Certified for home and industrial composting by TÜV AUSTRIA, the licensee holder is a supplier to Cofresco Foodservice, brand owners of Wrapmaster®. Evidence of claims and certification are available upon request.
