John Boos Maple Cutting Board 18×12
Hard maple is naturally antimicrobial and sheds zero plastic particles. NSF-certified for commercial kitchens. Research shows plastic cutting boards release up to 79 million microplastics per year.
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Quick Specs
$75 that lasts 20+ years vs. plastic boards you replace every 1–2 years — each one shedding millions of microplastic particles into your food.
Why it's safe for your family
- Solid hardwood sheds zero microplastics — unlike plastic boards, wood fibers are natural and biodegradable. Nothing synthetic enters your food.
- Naturally antimicrobial maple — hard maple has natural properties that kill bacteria on contact. Cleaner than plastic over time.
- NSF-certified commercial grade — meets the same standards used in professional restaurant kitchens.
- No adhesives or coatings — solid single-piece construction with no glues, finishes, or synthetic materials.
What to avoid instead
Plastic cutting boards are one of the most significant — and overlooked — sources of microplastic contamination in your kitchen. Every knife cut releases particles directly into your food.
A 2023 study found that plastic cutting boards release 14–71 million microplastic particles annually from normal knife use. Every chop, slice, and dice scores the surface and sends plastic directly into your meals.