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WELPRCertifications
Free From
Highlights
Dishwasher safe
Food-contact safe
1 year warranty
Face grain
Medium (12-18")
With juice groove
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Best Non-Toxic Cutting Boards
We vetted cutting boards against the Welpr Standard and here are our top picks.
Cofounder & Product Curator
Medical Reviewer, PhD
Here's what we look for:
- Materials like 100% wood, bamboo, food-safe silicone, and glass
- No hidden plastic blends or synthetic coatings
- Untreated or finished with food-grade oils
- Transparent brands that disclose all materials used
Best Non-Toxic Cutting Boards
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Certifications
Free From
Highlights
Dishwasher safe
Medium (12-18")
With juice groove
Discount Code
WELPRCertifications
Free From
Highlights
Made in USA
Dishwasher safe
Food-contact safe
1 year warranty
Edge grain
Medium (12-18")
With juice groove
Certifications
Free From
Highlights
Made in USA
Dishwasher safe
1 year warranty
Money-back guarantee
Edge grain
Large (18-24")
Certifications
Free From
Highlights
Made in EU
Dishwasher safe
Lifetime warranty
Medium (12-18")
With juice groove
Certifications
Free From
Highlights
Dishwasher safe
Medium (12-18")
Certifications
Free From
Highlights
Dishwasher safe
Edge grain
Medium (12-18")
How to Swap to Non-Toxic cutting boards:
Here's how to swap to non-toxic cutting boards:
What to know about cutting boards
Cutting boards are one of the most-used surfaces in your kitchen, and the material they're made of matters. Every time you chop, slice, or prep food, the blade creates tiny grooves in the surface. Whatever the board is made of can end up in direct contact with what you eat.
- Welpr focuses on the core material of the board — whether it's wood, bamboo, plastic, or composite — since food sits directly on it during prep.
- Boards with glues, synthetic coatings, or plastic components deserve extra attention because those materials can break down over time with knife use and washing.
Check what your cutting boards are made of
Look at the product label, packaging, or listing for your current cutting boards to identify the main material. Welpr does not have a scanner for kitchen products, so a quick review of what you already own is the best starting point.
- Start with the board you use most often — if it's plastic or a composite material with unclear ingredients, that's the one worth replacing first.
- Check whether wooden or bamboo boards mention any coatings, sealants, or finishes beyond food-grade mineral oil or food-safe wax.
Get more from the boards you already have
If you're not ready to replace a cutting board right away, a few simple habits can help. How you maintain your board affects how much material breaks down into your food over time.
- For wood or bamboo boards, condition them regularly with food-grade mineral oil to keep the surface sealed and prevent cracking.
- If you have a plastic board that's heavily scored or warped, consider retiring it sooner — deep grooves can harbor bacteria and release small particles.
Choose cleaner cutting boards
The best cutting boards are made from simple, non-reactive materials without synthetic coatings or plastic. Welpr prioritizes natural wood and bamboo that are untreated or finished with food-grade oil, as well as glass and stainless steel options.
- Look for solid hardwood (like maple or walnut) or bamboo boards finished only with food-grade mineral oil — avoid boards labeled with vague terms like "eco-friendly" or "BPA-free plastic" without clear material details.
- Click the button above to shop Welpr Approved cutting boards.
Camille May
Cofounder & Product Curator
Camille May is the co-creator of Welpr and a guide for clean living. After selling her last company in the health food space, she went non-toxic while working to heal an autoimmune condition....
Olushola M. Awoyemi
Medical Reviewer, PhD
Olushola M. Awoyemi (aka Shola) is a board-certified toxicologist and a research scientist with a PhD in Environmental Toxicology. Shola's long-term ambition is to be recognized as a world-renowned expert in toxicology,...