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PFAS free greaseproof paper printed with your logo in food-safe inks. Sheets, interfolded packs or rolls for burgers, fries, fried chicken, pastries and sandwiches.
- Digital proof before production
- Free design support
- CMYK or Pantone colors
- Ships to all 50 states
Grease that soaks through a wrapper reaches your customer’s hands before the food reaches their mouth. A burger wrapped in plain paper leaves an oil ring on the tray, a car seat or a desk, and that stain is the last thing anyone remembers about the meal.
Custom greaseproof paper is food-contact paper that holds back oil and grease, printed with your logo in food-safe inks. It is sold as flat sheets, interfolded packs or rolls for burgers, fries, fried chicken, pastries and sandwiches. In many markets the same paper is called butter paper.
Our custom printed greaseproof paper is PFAS free, comes in 38 gsm white or 40 gsm natural brown, and prints in full color CMYK or Pantone spot colors. Orders start at 50 units with a 6 to 8 day turnaround.
Grease resistance used to come from fluorinated chemicals. On February 28, 2024, the FDA announced that PFAS grease-proofing agents are no longer sold for food contact use in the US. Our paper is made without them.
What Is Custom Greaseproof Paper?
Custom greaseproof paper is a thin, dense food wrap that oil cannot easily pass through, printed with a brand’s logo, pattern or message. Restaurants, food trucks, bakeries and delis use it to wrap, line and serve food that carries fat or sauce. The print turns a plain wrap into branding that travels with every order.
Greaseproof Paper vs Butter Paper: Same Paper, Two Names
Greaseproof paper and butter paper are the same material. “Greaseproof paper” is the common name in the US and UK. “Butter paper” is widely used in South Asia and the Middle East, where bakers first used it to wrap butter and line cake tins. Whether you search for custom butter paper or custom greaseproof paper, you are ordering the same sheet: a dense, grease-resistant food paper that takes print well.
How Grease Resistance Is Built Into the Sheet
Grease resistance comes from how the paper is made, not only from what is added to it.
- Dense fiber refining: the pulp is refined for longer than ordinary paper. The fibers pack tightly, so the sheet has very few open pores for oil to travel through.
- Barrier treatments: some grades add a food-safe barrier, such as a starch-based layer, to raise grease holdout further.
- No PFAS: older grease-resistant papers relied on fluorinated chemicals. Our greaseproof paper reaches its grease resistance without PFAS.
White vs Natural Brown Greaseproof Paper
| Stock | Look | Print result | Best for |
|---|---|---|---|
| White, 38 gsm | Clean, bright, slightly translucent | Colors print bright and true, including Pantone brand colors | Burger chains, cafes, colorful bakery brands |
| Natural brown, 40 gsm | Unbleached kraft tone | Dark inks read best; light colors appear muted | BBQ, artisan bakeries, rustic or eco brands |
Greaseproof Paper Specifications
| Stock | White (bleached) or natural brown (unbleached) |
|---|---|
| Paper weight | 38 gsm white, 40 gsm natural brown |
| Grease resistance | PFAS free; matched to your food by Kit range |
| Formats | Flat sheets, interfolded packs, rolls (custom widths on request) |
| Printing | Flexo for longer runs, digital for short runs |
| Colors | Full color CMYK or Pantone spot colors |
| Inks | Food-safe inks |
| Minimum order | 50 units |
| Turnaround | 6 to 8 days |
| Proof | Digital proof before production |
Sheet Sizes by Food Item
Measure the food or the basket, then choose the next size up so the paper folds fully around the item.
Small square sheets, such as 6×6 greaseproof paper, are popular with bakeries and donut shops. Burger and sandwich shops mostly order 10 x 10 in to 14 x 14 in.
Sheets, Rolls and Interfolded Packs
- Flat sheets: stacked and cut to size; the standard choice for wrapping stations and greaseproof paper sheets wholesale orders.
- Interfolded packs: staff pull one sheet at a time from a dispenser, even with gloves on.
- Rolls: a printed butter paper roll suits counters that cut paper to different lengths.
Is Custom Greaseproof Paper PFAS Free and Food Safe?
Yes. Our custom greaseproof paper is PFAS free and printed with food-safe inks on food-safe stock made for direct contact with food.
The 2024 FDA PFAS Phase-Out
On February 28, 2024, the FDA announced that PFAS grease-proofing substances are no longer sold for food contact use in the US, completing a phase-out that began in 2020.
State PFAS Laws
California, New York, Washington, Minnesota and other states restrict intentionally added PFAS in food packaging. One PFAS free wrap covers every location.
Food-Safe Stock
The paper is made for direct contact with food, so it can touch burgers, fries and pastries without a liner in between.
Food-Safe Inks
Moderate ink coverage with a repeating logo keeps the sheet flexible and the grease barrier consistent.
Which Kit Rating Does Your Food Need?
The Kit rating measures how well paper resists grease. Higher numbers mean stronger resistance. Cold sandwiches usually need around Kit 5 to 7, while fries and fried chicken need Kit 8 and up.
The Kit test (TAPPI T 559) places drops of numbered test solutions on the paper. The highest solution the paper resists without staining becomes its Kit rating.
| Food | Grease level | Recommended Kit | Why |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cookies, bread, bagels | Low | Kit 3 to 5 | Light grease; presentation matters most |
| Cold sandwiches, wraps, deli items | Medium | Kit 5 to 7 | Dressings and sauces |
| Burgers, warm sandwiches, buttery pastries | Medium to high | Kit 7 to 8 | Heat and fat push grease through faster |
| Fries, fried chicken, donuts, fried fish | High | Kit 8 and up | Hot oil is the hardest test |
These ranges follow common industry guidance. Request a sample, wrap your hottest, oiliest item, and leave it for the time a customer would hold it.
Custom Printing Options for Greaseproof Paper
Branded greaseproof paper carries your logo, a repeating pattern, a tagline, a social handle or a QR code. Full color CMYK reproduces photos and gradients; Pantone spot colors match brand colors exactly.
Flexo printing
Printing plates transfer ink at high speed. Best for longer runs, 1 to 2 brand colors and the lowest unit cost at volume.
Digital printing
No plates; prints straight from the file. Best for short runs, first orders, full color and seasonal designs.
Artwork That Still Shows After the Fold
- Use a repeating pattern so the logo appears on every face of the wrapped item.
- Keep marks small to medium and spaced evenly.
- Supply vector artwork (AI, EPS or PDF) so edges stay sharp.
- Check the digital proof at actual size before approving.
Greaseproof Paper for Every Food and Business
Burger restaurants
Wrap burgers so the bun stays clean and the logo faces the customer. Greaseproof paper for burgers is the most common order.
Fries and chicken shops
Line cones, baskets and boxes so oil does not reach the hand or the table.
Bakeries and pastry shops
Wrap croissants and butter cookies, and line trays and display cases.
Delis and sandwich shops
Wrap warm and cold sandwiches with sauce.
Food trucks
One printed sheet works as wrap, liner and branding in a small space.
BBQ and fried fish
Line trays and baskets for the oiliest foods.
Greaseproof Paper vs Parchment, Wax and Deli Paper
Greaseproof paper is built to hold grease, not heat. Match the paper to the job.
| Paper | What stops grease | Oven | Microwave | Best use |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Greaseproof (butter paper) | Dense, refined fibers | Can line a greased tin; not non-stick | Not designed as a cover | Wrapping and serving hot, greasy food |
| Parchment (baking paper) | Silicone coating | Yes, to the box limit (often 420 to 425 F) | Most are labeled safe | Baking, roasting, pan lining |
| Wax paper | Paraffin wax coating | No; wax melts around 115 to 154 F | Only if labeled | Cold wrapping |
| Deli paper | Dry wax treatment | No | Only if labeled | Sandwich wrap |
Going into the oven: choose parchment. Coming out of the fryer and into a customer’s hands: choose greaseproof paper. Wrapping cold sandwiches, deli meats or cheese: choose custom wax paper.
Recyclable and Compostable Greaseproof Paper Options
Recyclable and compostable options are available for brands with sustainability goals. Paper without PFAS or plastic layers is easier to process at end of life. Heavily food-soiled paper is not accepted by every recycling program, so check local rules before printing disposal guidance.
Pair Greaseproof Paper With Your Boxes
Order the paper and the box from one supplier so the sheet fits the box from day one: bakery boxes with 8 x 8 in or 12 x 12 in liners, food boxes with sheets cut to the base, and burger wraps sized to your carry-out box. See custom bakery boxes and all custom printed papers.
How to Order Custom Greaseproof Paper
- Choose stock and size38 gsm white or 40 gsm brown; a standard size, custom size or roll.
- Send artworkUpload your logo or pattern, ideally as a vector file.
- Approve the proofCheck placement, colors and size at 100%.
- ProductionFlexo or digital, based on quantity and colors.
- Delivery6 to 8 day turnaround from a 50-unit minimum.
Custom Greaseproof Paper FAQs
Is greaseproof paper the same as parchment paper?
No. Greaseproof paper resists grease through dense fibers and is not non-stick. Parchment paper has a silicone coating that makes it non-stick and oven safe up to the limit on its box. Use greaseproof paper for wrapping and serving, and parchment for baking.
Can greaseproof paper go in the oven or microwave?
Greaseproof paper can line a greased cake tin, but it is not non-stick and is not made to replace baking paper at high heat. It is not designed as a microwave cover. For baking use parchment, and never put wax paper in the oven.
What is greaseproof paper made of?
Wood pulp refined until the fibers pack tightly into a dense sheet that oil cannot easily pass through. Some grades add a food-safe barrier. Ours is PFAS free.
Is custom printed greaseproof paper food safe?
Yes. It is printed with food-safe inks on food-safe stock made for direct contact with food, and it is PFAS free.
What sizes does custom greaseproof paper come in?
Standard sheets run from 6 x 6 in for pastries and donuts to 15 x 15 in for large sandwiches, with 12 x 16 in tray liners in between. We also cut custom sizes and supply rolls.
What is the minimum order for custom greaseproof paper?
The minimum order is 50 units, and the turnaround is 6 to 8 days.
Can I print full color on greaseproof paper?
Yes. Digital printing handles full color CMYK artwork, and flexo printing matches Pantone spot colors for longer runs.
Where can I buy butter paper with my logo?
Right here. Butter paper and greaseproof paper are the same material, so choose your stock, size and quantity, upload your logo and request a quote.
Get Your Custom Greaseproof Paper Quoted
Send your size, quantity and logo. Our design team returns a digital proof before production.