Custom greaseproof paper is FDA compliant wrapping paper, printed with your logo, that stops grease from soaking through onto hands, trays, and counters. This guide shows the exact GSM you need by food type, whether it is PFAS free, and how it compares to deli and wax paper, so you can order the right spec the first time.
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Custom greaseproof paper is a food contact sheet made from densely refined cellulose fiber, not a wax or plastic layer. Pack those fibers tight enough and oil simply can’t push through, which is also why this paper outlasts wax paper once things get hot.
Think of a BBQ joint wrapping smoked ribs, a food truck bagging fried chicken sandwiches mid rush, or a bakery lining a pastry case. Different kitchens, same reason for reaching for this paper. Print On Papers builds it to that standard on every order, so grease stays off the food, off your staff’s hands, and off the logo printed on the sheet.
GSM is just grams per square meter. It tells you how dense a sheet is before food ever touches it, and density is what drives grease resistance. Go too light and you’re fighting leaks all shift. Go heavier and the paper holds up under fried food and sustained heat.
| GSM Range | Food Use | Max Grease Level | Temp Rating |
| 28 to 32 GSM | Cold sandwiches, pastries | Light | Room temp |
| 33 to 38 GSM | Burgers, hot dogs | Moderate | Up to 180°F |
| 35 to 40 GSM | Fried chicken, fries, pizza | High | Up to 200°F |
| 40 to 45 GSM | Fish and chips, heavy BBQ | Very high | Up to 210°F |
33 to 38 GSM is the range most kitchens land on for burgers. That weight survives melted cheese and meat juices for the 10 to 20 minutes a burger usually sits before someone unwraps it, without going see through or tearing at the fold.
It is now, and this isn’t a brand claiming it just to sound good. The FDA confirmed PFAS grease proofing agents stopped being sold into the US market for paper food packaging back in February 2024. By January 2025, the agency declared 35 related food contact notifications no longer effective, closing the door on PFAS based grease barriers across the industry (FDA, 2025).
Here’s the part most buyers miss. Custom greaseproof paper never actually needed PFAS to work, because the grease resistance comes from how tightly the fibers are packed, not a chemical layer sprayed on top. Worth knowing before taking a supplier’s safety claim at face value.
Mostly yes. Uncoated greaseproof paper recycles fine wherever the local facility takes coated or treated paper, and since the grease barrier is baked into the fiber itself rather than a plastic film, it breaks down easier than wax coated or PE laminated sheets.
Want to know exactly how grease resistant a sheet is? TAPPI T 559 is the industry standard kit test, rating oil resistance on a scale from 1 to 12. Kit 6 or higher handles moderate to high grease foods like burgers and fried chicken.
Deli paper is lighter, usually 30 to 35 GSM, with a light wax or PE coating. Fine for cold cuts and sandwiches sitting a few minutes. Not built for anything shedding real grease over time.
Wax paper leans on an actual wax coating, great for baked goods and candy, but it breaks down once heat and fried food get involved. Custom greaseproof paper beats both for hot, oily food, because the fiber itself does the resisting instead of a coating that can crack or melt.
So which do you need? Fried items, burgers, BBQ, go greaseproof. Cold sandwiches and deli counters, the lighter papers under the broader custom papers line do the job fine.
Orders start at 500 sheets. Custom greaseproof paper runs from $0.20 per sheet, depending on the GSM you pick and how detailed the print job is. Flat sheets or rolls, your call, send a logo and you’ll get a print ready proof back at no extra cost.
Standard turnaround is 7 to 10 working days from proof approval, or 5 to 7 days with rush production. Every order ships free worldwide through DHL, FedEx, or UPS, tracked from the moment it leaves Valley Stream, New York.
At this point you know the GSM, the safety standard, and which paper actually fits your menu. All that’s left is putting your logo on it.
Picking the right custom greaseproof paper comes down to three numbers. The GSM for your food type, the kit rating for grease resistance, and the minimum order that fits your budget. Match those to what’s actually on your menu, confirm it’s PFAS free, and order without second guessing it. Print On Papers builds that paper to spec, prints your logo on it, and ships it out of Valley Stream, New York in 7 to 10 working days.
| Question | Answer |
| What GSM should greaseproof paper be for burgers? | 33 to 38 GSM handles typical burger grease and heat for a 10 to 20 minute hold without tearing. |
| Is greaseproof paper recyclable? | Yes, uncoated greaseproof paper recycles through standard paper streams wherever the facility accepts treated paper. |
| Does greaseproof paper contain PFAS? | No. US suppliers stopped selling PFAS based grease proofing agents in February 2024, confirmed by FDA action. |
| How is greaseproof paper different from wax paper? | It resists grease through fiber density. Wax paper leans on a coating that breaks down under heat. |
| Can greaseproof paper go in the oven? | Most is rated up to 200°F to 210°F, fine for holding or light warming, but it isn’t parchment, so skip the hot oven. |
| What is the minimum order for custom greaseproof paper? | 500 sheets, with pricing starting from $0.20 per sheet. |
Print On Papers is a custom printed paper and wrapping paper company serving restaurants, bakeries, delis, food trucks, butchers, florists, apparel brands and food brands across the US and worldwide. We deliver food-safe, eco-friendly, fully branded custom paper, from your first 500 sheets to your next 500,000