Epicurean Natural Cutting Board 8in x 6in
Summary
Cutting board from Epicurean made from Richlite — a paper composite material made of paper layers saturated with a thermosetting resin (phenol-formaldehyde). While marketed as natural and eco-friendly, phenolic resin surfaces have raised food safety questions. The composite material can shed fine particles with knife use. NSF certified but not recommended for contact with hot foods. Scored low due to resin composition concerns.
At a glance
Key ingredients 4
Richlite (Paper Composite)Bad
Paper layers saturated with phenol-formaldehyde thermosetting resin; phenolics can leach with heat or acidic foods
See more about Richlite (Paper Composite) →Phenol-Formaldehyde ResinBad
Formaldehyde-based binder; potential leaching especially with hot foods; classified as probable human carcinogen
See more about Phenol-Formaldehyde Resin →NSF Certified SurfaceGood
NSF food safety certification provides some safety assurance for cold food contact at room temperature
See more about NSF Certified Surface →Particle Shedding RiskBad
Composite material can shed fine resin-paper particles with knife cuts, contaminating food
See more about Particle Shedding Risk →Processing
Unprocessed or Minimally Processed Foods
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