Manduka Review, Is Manduka Non-Toxic?
Manduka averages 74 out of 100 on PFAS Authority's PFAS and toxin screen across the 10 Manduka products graded as of October 2026, and 4 of them reach its 70 point pass mark.
Manduka grades Good on our four-band scale. On disclosure, the brand says nothing publicly about PFAS. See what every brand has published about PFAS for how that compares.
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.
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- polypropylene filter housing, carbon/sediment cartridge
- We found no PFAS statement from the brand
- Bacterial growth in spent cartridges
3 hazards checked on this product, all on its full breakdown.
Aquasure
Premier Series 75 GPD Under Sink Reverse Osmosis Water Filtration System
- RO membrane, carbon filters, stainless steel housing
- We found no PFAS statement from the brand
- Bacterial and microbial growth in housing and filters
4 hazards checked on this product, all on its full breakdown.
Avocado
Vegan Mattress
- organic cotton, natural latex, coconut coir, recycled steel coils
- The brand calls it PFAS-free, which we have not verified
- Heavy metals
2 hazards checked on this product, all on its full breakdown.
Does Manduka have PFAS, by category
Which Manduka products are PFAS-free? Good or better, best-graded first
- closed-cell PVC-free foam, rubber top
- A third party reports verifying it as PFAS-free
- Formaldehyde / VOCs. Closed-cell foam and rubber products can emit low levels of volatile compounds during…
3 hazards checked on this product, all on its full breakdown.
Manduka
Almost Perfect PROlite Yoga Mat
- Natural rubber and PVC, no Teflon-family coating
- A third party reports verifying it as PFAS-free
- Volatile organic compounds (VOCs) from natural rubber. Natural rubber can off-gas a mild, grassy odor during…
- PVC-free polyurethane/natural rubber blend
- We found no PFAS statement from the brand
- VOC off-gassing (polyurethane), PU foams and coatings can release volatile organic compounds during…
2 hazards checked on this product, all on its full breakdown.
- Natural rubber, TPE blend
- We found no PFAS statement from the brand
- Volatile organic compounds (VOCs) and off-gassing. Natural rubber and TPE can emit trace VOCs during…
2 hazards checked on this product, all on its full breakdown.
Which Manduka products contain PFAS? Poor and Bad, we’d swap these
- nylon/spandex blend (no water-repellent coating or specialty coating disclosed)
- We found no PFAS statement from the brand
- Spandex degradation and breakdown products. Spandex (elastane) can degrade under repeated heat exposure, UV…
- nylon blended knit (polyamide/elastane)
- We found no PFAS statement from the brand
- Skin irritation from dyes or finishes during first wear. New synthetic leggings can occasionally release…
2 hazards checked on this product, all on its full breakdown.
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- nylon blend, likely uncoated or minimally treated
- We found no PFAS statement from the brand
- Azo dyes and colorant allergens. Nylon is commonly dyed with azo dyes during manufacturing. No specific dye…
2 hazards checked on this product, all on its full breakdown.
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- nylon/spandex blend fabric
- We found no PFAS statement from the brand
- Azo dyes and color fastness. Nylon readily accepts azo dyes, which can release aromatic amines if improperly…
3 hazards checked on this product, all on its full breakdown.
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- Nylon/polyamide blend (likely primary)
- We found no PFAS statement from the brand
- Azo dyes and colorant toxicity. Synthetic dyes used in nylon leggings can include azo compounds; Manduka does…
3 hazards checked on this product, all on its full breakdown.
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- nylon/polyester blend
- We found no PFAS statement from the brand
- Antimony in polyester. Polyester fibers are sometimes synthesized using antimony trioxide as a catalyst.…
2 hazards checked on this product, all on its full breakdown.
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- natural tree rubber, cork surface
- We found no PFAS statement from the brand
- Microbial growth (mold, mildew)
3 hazards checked on this product, all on its full breakdown.
- Natural rubber and PER polyurethane topcoat
- We found no PFAS statement from the brand
- Natural rubber latex allergen (skin/respiratory contact)
4 hazards checked on this product, all on its full breakdown.
- Natural rubber base, polyester bag
- We found no PFAS statement from the brand
- Natural rubber latex allergen
2 hazards checked on this product, all on its full breakdown.
Manduka and PFAS, common questions
- Does Manduka have PFAS?
- Manduka averages 74 out of 100 on PFAS Authority's PFAS and toxin screen across the 10 Manduka products graded as of October 2026, and 4 of them reach its 70 point pass mark. Grades are model-based estimates built from published materials, ingredients and disclosures, not lab tests.
- Is Manduka non-toxic?
- Manduka Almost Perfect PRO Yoga Mat is the highest-graded Manduka product we have scored, at 100/100. It depends on the product line rather than the brand, so check the grade of the exact item you are buying.
- Which Manduka products are lower concern for PFAS?
- The highest-graded Manduka products we have scored are Manduka Almost Perfect PRO Yoga Mat, Manduka Almost Perfect PROlite Yoga Mat, Manduka X Yoga Mat. That is our model-based estimate from materials and public disclosure, not a lab test.
- Which Manduka products should I avoid?
- The lowest-graded Manduka products we have scored are Manduka Dhara Capri Legging, Manduka Women's Presence Leggings, Women's Manduka Essential Cropped Leggings. Each one links to the evidence behind its grade.
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