Can You Smoke the RAW Warning Paper?

Short answer: No. Absolutely not.

I get this question way more often than you'd think. People open their pack of RAW papers, see that little slip with the warning, and wonder if they can smoke it. Makes sense, right? It's paper, it's thin, it's right there with the rolling papers.

But here's the thing - that warning paper is loaded with printing inks, adhesives, and chemical treatments that were never meant to be burned. Smoking it would be like rolling up a receipt or magazine page. Not a good idea.

What's Actually in That Warning Paper

The warning slip uses standard printing inks to get that text clear and readable. These inks contain heavy metals and petroleum-based compounds that work fine for printing but turn toxic when you burn them. The paper itself might also have coatings to prevent smudging, plus adhesive if it's stuck to the package.

Compare that to actual rolling papers, which are made specifically for smoking. They use food-safe inks (if any), natural gum arabic for the adhesive strip, and go through safety testing to make sure they're as safe as possible when burned.

What Happens If You Smoke It

People who've accidentally smoked warning papers say the same thing: harsh chemical taste, immediate throat irritation, nasty coughing. Your body knows something's wrong.

The smoke from burning those inks releases volatile organic compounds and heavy metal particles straight into your lungs. One time probably won't kill you, but why risk it? There's literally zero benefit and plenty of potential harm.

Why People Even Ask This Question

Look, I get it. The warning paper looks similar to the actual rolling papers. Same thinness, same general appearance. If you're new to rolling or you're desperate because you ran out of papers at 2 AM, I can see how someone might consider it.

But desperation is a bad reason to smoke something toxic. If you're out of papers, hit up a 24-hour convenience store, use a pipe, or just wait until morning. Don't smoke warning slips, receipts, notebook paper, or any other random paper you find lying around.

What to Actually Do With It

When you open a new pack of RAW papers, immediately pull out that warning slip and toss it in the trash. That's it. That's its entire purpose - to deliver the health warning message, and then get thrown away.

Keep only the actual rolling papers. They're the ones designed for smoking, made with materials that are as safe as smoking materials can be.

Other Papers People Ask About

Since we're on the topic of "can I smoke this paper," let me save you some time:

Receipt paper: No. Contains BPA and thermal coating chemicals that are seriously toxic when burned.

Notebook or printer paper: No. Full of bleach, sizing chemicals, and brighteners that create nasty fumes.

Bible or dictionary paper: No. Despite internet myths, this paper has inks and treatments that make it unsafe.

Parchment or baking paper: Definitely no. The silicone coating releases extremely toxic fumes when burned.

The pattern here is simple: if it wasn't specifically made for smoking, don't smoke it.

Keep Your Rolling Setup Organized

One way to avoid accidentally grabbing the wrong paper? Keep your rolling area organized with a proper rolling tray. When everything has its place, you're less likely to mix up warning slips with actual papers.

Plus, if you've got a dedicated spot for your papers, grinder, and other accessories, you'll know right away when you're running low and need to restock.

Bottom Line

Don't smoke the RAW warning paper. Don't smoke any warning slips from any brand. Don't smoke random paper materials.

Stick to actual rolling papers made for smoking. They're cheap, widely available, and designed to be as safe as possible. There's no reason to risk your health on makeshift alternatives.

If someone asks you this question, give them the straight answer: throw the warning slip away and use proper rolling papers. It's really that simple.