Global Syn-Turf Review, Is Global Syn-Turf Non-Toxic?
Across 4 graded products, Global Syn-Turf averages Poor (46/100). On disclosure, the brand says nothing publicly about PFAS. 1 of its products grade Good or better. 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.
Worth buying from Global Syn-Turf Good or better, best-graded first
Global Syn-Turf
ALLGREEN Emerald 92 Stemgrass Emerald Green Indoor/Outdoor Turf 15 ft.
polypropylene or polyethylene synthetic turf
Flame retardants
Many synthetic turf products are treated with brominated or phosphorus-based flame…
Microplastic fiber shedding
Polypropylene and polyethylene fibers shed particles, especially under foot traffic or…
Infill material contamination (if rubber or tire crumb)
If this product is paired with tire-derived rubber infill (common for outdoor turf), that…
Turf material unlikely to be PFAS-heavy, but treatments need verification.
⚠Starting grade for this product type
Graded and flagged Poor and Bad, we’d swap these
Global Syn-Turf
ALLGREEN Star Grass 35 Emerald Green/Olive Green Indoor/Outdoor Turf 15 ft.
Synthetic polypropylene or polyethylene turf with unknown backing/adhesive
PFAS
Synthetic turf backings and adhesives commonly contain PFAS for stain and water…
Microplastic shedding from fiber degradation
Polypropylene and polyethylene fibers degrade under UV exposure and foot traffic over…
Bacterial and mold growth in wet backing
Synthetic turf backing can trap moisture, creating conditions for bacterial colonization…
Volatile organic compound (VOC) off-gassing
Synthetic turf can off-gas low levels of VOCs from adhesives and backing, particularly in…
Synthetic turf backing and adhesives frequently contain PFAS.
⚠Undisclosed proprietary coating
Global Syn-Turf
ALLGREEN Pet Turf Emerald Green/Olive Green Indoor/Outdoor Turf 15 ft. Wide
Synthetic polyethylene turf, unspecified backing/adhesive
Backing adhesive leaching
GlobalTex does not disclose backing chemistry or adhesive type. Polyurethane or bitumen…
Mold and bacterial growth in backing
Synthetic turf backing systems are prone to moisture retention and microbial…
Microplastic shedding
Polyethylene turf fibers degrade under UV exposure, mechanical wear from pet use, and…
Heavy metals
The bright 'Emerald Green' and 'Olive Green' colors require synthetic dyes; some…
Wait for brand to disclose coating chemistry or testing results.
⚠Undisclosed proprietary coating
Global Syn-Turf
ALLGREEN Double S 72 Emerald Green/Olive Green Indoor/Outdoor Turf 15 ft.
synthetic turf with unknown water/stain resistance coating
PFAS
GlobalTex does not disclose coating composition. Synthetic turf stain/water coatings are…
Volatile organic compounds (VOCs) from backing adhesive and infill
Polyurethane-latex and other adhesives in turf backing can off-gas in warm, enclosed, or…
Microplastic shedding from pile and infill
Polyethylene/polypropylene turf fibers degrade and shed microplastics under UV, foot…
Heavy metals
Rubber crumb infill may contain zinc, cadmium, or lead leached from recycled tire…
Wait until brand explains water-resistant coating composition.
⚠Waterproof or stain-proof treatment
Global Syn-Turf and PFAS, common questions
- Does Global Syn-Turf have PFAS?
- We graded 4 Global Syn-Turf products, averaging Poor (46/100). 1 grade Good or better. Grades are model-based estimates built from published materials, ingredients and disclosures, not lab tests.
- Is Global Syn-Turf non-toxic?
- Global Syn-Turf ALLGREEN Emerald 92 Stemgrass Emerald Green Indoor/Outdoor Turf 15 ft. is the highest-graded Global Syn-Turf product we have scored, at 75/100. It depends on the product line rather than the brand, so check the grade of the exact item you are buying.
- Which Global Syn-Turf products are lower concern for PFAS?
- The highest-graded Global Syn-Turf products we have scored are Global Syn-Turf ALLGREEN Emerald 92 Stemgrass Emerald Green Indoor/Outdoor Turf 15 ft.. That is our model-based estimate from materials and public disclosure, not a lab test.
- Which Global Syn-Turf products should I avoid?
- The lowest-graded Global Syn-Turf products we have scored are Global Syn-Turf ALLGREEN Double S 72 Emerald Green/Olive Green Indoor/Outdoor Turf 15 ft., Global Syn-Turf ALLGREEN Pet Turf Emerald Green/Olive Green Indoor/Outdoor Turf 15 ft. Wide, Global Syn-Turf ALLGREEN Star Grass 35 Emerald Green/Olive Green Indoor/Outdoor Turf 15 ft.. Each one links to the evidence behind its grade.
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