Easton Review, Is Easton Non-Toxic?
Across 7 graded products, Easton averages Poor (33/100). On disclosure, the brand says nothing publicly about PFAS. None of its products grade Good or better yet. Grades are model-based estimates, not lab results.
PFAS Authority is a scoring system, not a laboratory. We do not test products ourselves. Grades are model-based, built from published ingredients, materials, certifications, brand disclosures and third-party lab results where they exist. See the rubric.
Graded and flagged Poor and Bad, we’d swap these
Easton
Universal Padding Fit Kit
foam padding, elastic straps
Polyurethane foam off-gassing (VOCs)
New foam padding may release low levels of volatile organic compounds for the first weeks…
Adhesive leachables
The adhesive bonding foam to elastic straps is not disclosed. If water-based or…
Elastic synthetic fiber irritation
If elastic is dyed polyester or nylon, undischarged azo dyes or reactive dyes may cause…
Foam fragmentation and inhalation
Degraded foam padding in helmets can shed small particles, though this is a…
Low risk product, though brand discloses nothing on PFAS.
⚠Starting grade for this product type
Easton
Pro Style Shock Absorbing Pad
Foam padding, likely EVA or polyurethane
Formaldehyde / VOCs
The knit or woven shell covering the foam may use formaldehyde-based resins for wrinkle…
Azo dyes in shell fabric
If the outer textile shell is dyed with azo dyes (common in colored athletic wear)…
Adhesive volatiles (VOC/off-gassing)
Foam bonded to textiles typically uses polyurethane or acrylic adhesives, which may…
Microplastic shedding from foam breakdown
EVA and polyurethane foams shed microfibers as they age, compress, or deteriorate…
Lower concern; foam padding unlikely PFAS source, but no disclosure confirmed.
⚠Starting grade for this product type
Easton
Power Pad
nylon/polyester blend with moisture-wicking treatment
PFAS
Moisture-wicking treatments on athletic textiles frequently employ PFAS compounds…
Antimony in polyester
Polyester component may contain antimony trioxide as a polymerization catalyst. Modern…
Microfiber shedding during washing
Nylon-polyester blends shed microfibers during machine washing. While the hazard is…
Unknown waterproofing treatment; brand silent on PFAS details.
⚠Waterproof or stain-proof treatment
Easton
Knee Savers
Polyester/nylon with water-resistant coating
PFAS
Water-repellent finish on polyester/nylon is undisclosed. Historically, such coatings…
Microfiber shedding
Polyester and nylon textiles shed microfibers during wear and washing. Knee savers…
Skip due to coated fabric with no PFAS transparency disclosed.
⚠Waterproof or stain-proof treatment
Easton
Stealth RS II Hockey Shoulder Pads
Foam, mesh, nylon with moisture-resistant/waterproof coating
PFAS
Waterproof/moisture-resistant finish is likely a fluorochemical or unknown hydrophobe…
Foam degradation and microparticle shedding
Closed-cell foam (EVA or PE) breaks down under UV and repeated compression over 2-3…
Unknown moisture treatment; no PFAS disclosure from Easton.
⚠Waterproof or stain-proof treatment
Easton
Sliding Knee Pad
nylon/spandex blend with moisture-wicking water-repellent coating
PFAS
Fluorinated water-repellent finishes on athletic textiles commonly contain PFAS or legacy…
Formaldehyde / VOCs
Nylon spandex blends sometimes use formaldehyde-based cross-linking resins to stabilize…
Spandex degradation under heat and UV
Spandex components degrade faster under direct sunlight and heat (e.g., machine drying)…
Allergen potential from dyes or finishes
Individuals with sensitive skin may react to residual dyes, formaldehyde finish, or…
Typical athletic wear; water-repellent coating likely contains PFAS.
⚠Waterproof or stain-proof treatment
Easton
Adult Original Catcher's Knee Savers
Neoprene or foam padding with likely water-resistant coating
PFAS
Catcher's gear is routinely treated for water resistance to withstand sweat and field…
Catcher's gear likely treated for water resistance; PFAS risk uncertain.
⚠Waterproof or stain-proof treatment
Easton and PFAS, common questions
- Does Easton have PFAS?
- We graded 7 Easton products, averaging Poor (33/100). None grade Good or better. Grades are model-based estimates built from published materials, ingredients and disclosures, not lab tests.
- Is Easton non-toxic?
- No Easton product we graded reaches Good. The best of them is Easton Universal Padding Fit Kit at 65/100.
- Which Easton products should I avoid?
- The lowest-graded Easton products we have scored are Easton Adult Original Catcher's Knee Savers, Easton Sliding Knee Pad, Easton Stealth RS II Hockey Shoulder Pads. Each one links to the evidence behind its grade.
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