Frequently Asked Questions
General FAQs
Today, trees are sustainably farmed like any other crop. According to the American Forest & Paper Association, 90% of the wood that is harvested for paper comes from private, sustainably managed working forests. In fact, without the forest products industry, much of that forestland might be permanently lost to development of housing or retail.
Yes! The paper industry is committed to product safety and innovation. This includes paper receipt options that do not contain Bisphenol A, commonly known as BPA. Continuous improvements in the manufacturing process make paper receipts the safe choice at checkout.
No! BPA is not used in paper receipts by U.S. producers. In fact, these paper receipt manufacturers stopped using BPA as a chemical coating over a decade ago.
U.S. paper manufacturers have begun transitioning to new technologies, including new thermal coating chemistries. Phenol-free thermal receipt papers are readily available in the marketplace today. PRCA members commit to always meeting or exceeding regulatory guidance.
Paper receipts eliminate the need to disclose personal information during transactions. With identity theft and phishing on the rise, paper receipts help keep your data out of the hands of opportunistic advertisers and criminals.
Shoplifting, stealing, and shrinkage are on the rise at brick and mortar retailers, and checking customer receipts at the door is the best way to combat these problems to keep businesses profitable.
Return Fraud is easier than ever with digital receipts – in contrast, a paper receipt cannot easily be duplicated or forged like an emailed receipt. Paper receipts are a stronger record of purchase.
For both your health and to address environmental concerns, PRCA members agree to Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP) that ensure materials are sourced responsibly and manufactured for safety. Unregulated products that are illegally imported don’t adhere to the same guidelines, and we are committed to stopping these criminals.
One of the largest problems with digital receipts is that they aren’t accessible to people who do not have access to or struggle with technology. Because of this, paper receipts level the playing field and allow everyone to make purchases, regardless of ability with or access to technology.
Paper receipts make for a quick, simple, and hassle-free transaction. Paper receipts are the best way to expedite the checkout process and cut down on long lines.
