A simple swap for a safer kitchen

Choose parchment that’s safer for you and the planet.

Learn why natural parchment is a better choice for your health — and the planet — and explore our top kitchen picks.

When it comes to safer, healthier baking, most people think about organic ingredients or non-toxic cookware. But there's one item that often goes unnoticed: parchment paper. The truth? Not all parchment paper is created equal — and many conventional versions come with hidden chemicals that don’t belong in your kitchen.
Here’s why switching to unbleached, totally chlorine-free (TCF) parchment paper is a small change that makes a big difference for your health and the planet.

Ditch coated paper for compostable parchment

Many conventional parchment papers are coated with quilon or silicone — both of which can leach harmful chemicals when exposed to high heat. Quilon contains heavy metals, while silicone-coated sheets can degrade over time, potentially introducing microplastics into your kitchen.[1] That’s where If You Care comes in. Their unbleached, FSC-certified parchment paper is totally chlorine-free and compostable — making it a safer, low-waste swap for baking, roasting, and more. From sandwich bags to muffin liners, every product is thoughtfully designed to reduce harm to people and the planet. Explore our top picks below.

The no-compromise swap for better baking paper.

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Pair your parchment with bakeware that’s just as clean

You’ve made the switch to unbleached, compostable parchment — now meet the bakeware to match. Our collection features thoughtfully chosen pieces made from ceramic, stainless steel, and silicone — all free from harmful coatings and built to last. Whether you're baking, roasting, or meal-prepping, these safer staples help you create a healthier kitchen from the ground up. Shop our top picks and bake better, every time.

Shop the bakeware that completes your clean kitchen setup.

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The Bottom Line

Choose cleaner parchment for a healthier kitchen

From swapping in compostable parchment to choosing bakeware made without toxic coatings, every thoughtful upgrade moves you closer to a safer, more sustainable home. These simple changes don’t just support your family’s health — they help reduce waste and protect the planet. And really, what could matter more than that?

Sources

  1. U.S. National Institute of Environmental Health Sciences (NIEHS). “Dioxins.” https://www.niehs.nih.gov/health/topics/agents/dioxins/index.cfm

  2. Environmental Working Group (EWG). “Quilon-coated Baking Papers.” https://www.ewg.org

3. If You Care. “Why Our Parchment Paper Is Better.” https://buyifyoucare.com