Non-Toxic Incontinence Pads, ranked by PFAS grade

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Top-graded picks in the categories readers replace first, every one scored on the same rubric.

  • 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.

  • 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

Avocado

Vegan Mattress

100ExcellentPFAS grade
✓ MADE SAFE Certified✓ Global Organic Textile Standard (GOTS)
  • 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.

What we found
192 of the 214 incontinence pads PFAS Authority has graded score below its 70 point pass mark for PFAS and other toxins, 89.7% of the category, as of October 2026, leaving 22 that pass. The highest graded is Eco by Naty Incontinence Pads at 70 out of 100.

The full ranking is below, best-graded first, with every score linking to the evidence behind it.

Are incontinence pads safe?

22 of the 214 incontinence pads we graded come back low-concern on our screen and 192 do not. Our grades are model-based assessments built from published materials, ingredient lists, certifications and brand disclosures, not laboratory tests, so they say what we can evidence rather than that anything is safe.

Best graded incontinence pads here

  1. 1Eco by Naty Incontinence Pads 70 out of 100
  2. 2Because Market Because Booster Pads 70 out of 100
  3. 35pcs Bamboo Charcoal Washable Incontinence Pads 70 out of 100

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Avoid25Poor
Wellness Excelerator Booster Pads Package for Incontinence Care

Wellness

Excelerator Booster Pads Package for Incontinence Care

25/100 safety

Avoid until brand discloses waterproof layer composition.

Best pick70Good
Eco by Naty Incontinence Pads

Eco By Naty

Incontinence Pads

70/100 safety

No coating of concern recorded, and no PFAS statement from the brand.

Why Eco by Naty Incontinence Pads wins, and what it beats

Every grade on this page is one sum. A category starts from a baseline, each disclosed material or coating adds risk points, and each thing the brand or a third party has published takes them away. Below is that sum for the winner, then for 1 product it beats, so you can see exactly where the 45 points between the top and the bottom of this incontinence pads & protection ranking come from.

The winner

Eco by Naty Incontinence Pads
70Good
Eco by Naty Incontinence Pads

Made of Bamboo-derived viscose, cotton, plant-based absorbent core.

  • +25Category baseline. The starting point for this type of product, before anything specific to this product is counted.
  • +15No PFAS disclosure. No public statement from the brand about PFAS in this product.
  • -10Base material not linked to PFAS. The main material recorded for this product is not one associated with PFAS.

30risk points in total, which is a grade of 70

What the grade does not fix. It still carries one risk factor, No PFAS disclosure. See the full breakdown.

What it beats, and why

Seni Lady Plus
25Poor45 points behind the winner
Seni Lady Plus

What puts it behind. Waterproof / stain-resistant treatment, +35 points. Water-repellent coating treatments have historically used PFAS. The winner carries no such factor.

Made of cellulose, absorbent core, likely with water-resistant backing.

  • +35Waterproof / stain-resistant treatment
  • +25Category baseline
  • +15No PFAS disclosure

75risk points, a grade of 25

No product on this page was physically tested by us. Every number above comes from published materials, ingredient and coating disclosures, certifications and brand statements, scored on one public rubric. Formulations change without notice, so check the current product listing before buying.

Which incontinence pads & protection are PFAS-free? Good or Excellent, best-graded first

Eco by Naty Incontinence Pads

Eco By Naty

Incontinence Pads

70GoodPFAS grade
  • Bamboo-derived viscose, cotton, plant-based absorbent core
  • We found no PFAS statement from the brand
  • Heavy metals
Because Booster Pads

Because Market

Because Booster Pads

70GoodPFAS grade
  • Cellulose, superabsorbent polymer, cotton blend
  • We found no PFAS statement from the brand
  • Absorbent material degradation and bacterial growth

2 hazards checked on this product, all on its full breakdown.

  • bamboo charcoal textile, washable cotton-blend absorbent layer
  • We found no PFAS statement from the brand
  • Azo dyes and synthetic colorants

4 hazards checked on this product, all on its full breakdown.

  • Bamboo fibers, cellulose core, likely cotton or synthetic topsheet
  • We found no PFAS statement from the brand
  • Formaldehyde / VOCs

5 hazards checked on this product, all on its full breakdown.

Bambo Nature Changing Mats

Bamboo Nature

Bambo Nature Changing Mats

70GoodPFAS grade
  • Bamboo fiber core, likely cotton or viscose facing
  • We found no PFAS statement from the brand
  • Superabsorbent polymer (SAP) leachables and microparticle shedding

3 hazards checked on this product, all on its full breakdown.

  • Bamboo fiber, cellulose, absorbent core (composition unspecified)
  • We found no PFAS statement from the brand
  • Waterproof backing composition (undisclosed)

4 hazards checked on this product, all on its full breakdown.

  • Organic bamboo fiber with absorbent core
  • We found no PFAS statement from the brand
  • Formaldehyde / VOCs

4 hazards checked on this product, all on its full breakdown.

LILLE Suprem Form Maxi 2920ml

Lille

Suprem Form Maxi 2920ml

70GoodPFAS grade
  • cellulose-based absorbent core, plastic backing
  • We found no PFAS statement from the brand
  • BPA & bisphenols

3 hazards checked on this product, all on its full breakdown.

  • absorbent core (cellulose, SAP); outer layers typical nonwoven polypropylene
  • We found no PFAS statement from the brand
  • Nonwoven polypropylene surface irritation
  • absorbent core, cellulose, standard sanitary materials
  • We found no PFAS statement from the brand
  • Fragrance allergens and adhesive contact dermatitis

3 hazards checked on this product, all on its full breakdown.

NorthShore Champion XD Washable

Northshore

Champion XD Washable

70GoodPFAS grade
  • Absorbent core, outer fabric blend (likely cotton/polyester)
  • We found no PFAS statement from the brand
  • Antimony in polyester fiber

5 hazards checked on this product, all on its full breakdown.

NorthShore Premium 36

Northshore

Premium 36

70GoodPFAS grade
  • Cellulose, SAP, PE backing
  • We found no PFAS statement from the brand
  • Skin irritation from prolonged moisture contact

2 hazards checked on this product, all on its full breakdown.

Protection Plus Classic Adult Underwear,Small Bag of 22

Protection Plus

Classic Adult Underwear,Small Bag of 22

70GoodPFAS grade
  • absorbent core, non-woven layers, elastic
  • We found no PFAS statement from the brand
  • Skin contact irritation from synthetic textiles

2 hazards checked on this product, all on its full breakdown.

  • cotton/cellulose blend absorbent core, likely polyethylene outer layer
  • We found no PFAS statement from the brand
  • Azo dyes in printed branding or coloring

3 hazards checked on this product, all on its full breakdown.

TENA Very Light

Tena

Very Light

70GoodPFAS grade
  • absorbent core, nonwoven layers, adhesive
  • We found no PFAS statement from the brand
  • Fragrance additives and allergens

2 hazards checked on this product, all on its full breakdown.

PBE Tranquility Personal Care Pads

Tranquility

PBE Tranquility Personal Care Pads

70GoodPFAS grade
  • Cellulose, rayon, cotton absorbent core (standard pad materials)
  • We found no PFAS statement from the brand
  • Chlorine bleaching byproducts (dioxins)

2 hazards checked on this product, all on its full breakdown.

  • cellulose/fluff pulp absorbent core with nonwoven layers
  • We found no PFAS statement from the brand
  • Skin irritation or allergic reaction

2 hazards checked on this product, all on its full breakdown.

Tranquility Personal Care Pads

Tranquility

Personal Care Pads

70GoodPFAS grade
  • Cellulose and cotton-based absorbent core with polymer backsheet
  • We found no PFAS statement from the brand
  • Skin irritation and contact dermatitis
Tranquility Personal Care Pads 13.5" x 6.5", 96/Case

Tranquility

Personal Care Pads 13.5" x 6.5", 96/Case

70GoodPFAS grade
  • Cellulose, wood pulp, absorbent core, adhesives
  • We found no PFAS statement from the brand
  • Chlorine residues from bleaching

2 hazards checked on this product, all on its full breakdown.

Wellness Excelerator Booster Pad

Wellness

Excelerator Booster Pad

70GoodPFAS grade
  • absorbent core with polymer backing (standard menstrual pad construction)
  • We found no PFAS statement from the brand
  • Fragrance and adhesive allergens

3 hazards checked on this product, all on its full breakdown.

  • cellulose, cotton, polypropylene core (typical for pads)
  • We found no PFAS statement from the brand
  • Chlorine bleach residue

3 hazards checked on this product, all on its full breakdown.

NorthShore DoubleStop Male Guards

Northshore

DoubleStop Male Guards

70GoodPFAS grade
  • Absorbent core with polymer layers; unclear outer coating
  • We found no PFAS statement from the brand
  • Outer coating leachables and water-resistant treatment chemistry

3 hazards checked on this product, all on its full breakdown.

Which incontinence pads & protection contain PFAS? Poor and Bad, we’d swap these

Seni Lady Plus

Seni

Lady Plus

25PoorPFAS grade
  • cellulose, absorbent core, likely with water-resistant backing
  • We found no PFAS statement from the brand
  • Adhesives and glues (contact dermatitis risk)

2 hazards checked on this product, all on its full breakdown.

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Abena Abri-Let Fluff Pads

Abri-Form

Abena Abri-Let Fluff Pads

25PoorPFAS grade
  • fluff pulp, cellulose, water-absorbent core with unspecified wetness barrier
  • We found no PFAS statement from the brand
  • Barrier layer coating toxicity (unspecified polymer)

3 hazards checked on this product, all on its full breakdown.

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Depend Shields Incontinence Pads for Men

Depend

Shields Incontinence Pads for Men

25PoorPFAS grade
  • Absorbent core (wood pulp, SAP), non-woven layers, polyethylene backing/waterproof barrier
  • We found no PFAS statement from the brand
  • PFAS

5 hazards checked on this product, all on its full breakdown.

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SENI Lady Ultimate Protection Pads

Seni

Lady Ultimate Protection Pads

25PoorPFAS grade
  • Absorbent core, cellulose, waterproof backing layer
  • We found no PFAS statement from the brand
  • PFAS

3 hazards checked on this product, all on its full breakdown.

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  • Cellulose, SAP (superabsorbent polymer), polyethylene backsheet with moisture barrier
  • We found no PFAS statement from the brand
  • PFAS

3 hazards checked on this product, all on its full breakdown.

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  • plastic backing with moisture/wetness barrier
  • We found no PFAS statement from the brand
  • PFAS

3 hazards checked on this product, all on its full breakdown.

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  • cellulose, SAP, adhesive, unspecified waterproof backing
  • We found no PFAS statement from the brand
  • PFAS

3 hazards checked on this product, all on its full breakdown.

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  • Cellulose core with synthetic absorbent polymers and unknown waterproof/moisture-barrier coating
  • We found no PFAS statement from the brand
  • Superabsorbent polymer (SAP) dermal irritation

5 hazards checked on this product, all on its full breakdown.

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  • Cellulose, superabsorbent polymer, waterproof backing coating unspecified
  • We found no PFAS statement from the brand
  • PFAS

4 hazards checked on this product, all on its full breakdown.

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  • Cellulose core with polymer backing, waterproofing unspecified
  • We found no PFAS statement from the brand
  • PFAS

3 hazards checked on this product, all on its full breakdown.

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  • Cellulose core with waterproof backing layer (composition unspecified)
  • We found no PFAS statement from the brand
  • PFAS

2 hazards checked on this product, all on its full breakdown.

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  • Cellulose-based absorbent core, polyethylene backsheet, unknown waterproof/moisture-barrier coating
  • We found no PFAS statement from the brand
  • Fluorinated waterproof coating (undisclosed)

4 hazards checked on this product, all on its full breakdown.

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Always Discreet Heavy Incontinence Pads

Always Discreet

Heavy Incontinence Pads

25PoorPFAS grade
  • cellulose core, synthetic polymer layers, waterproof backing
  • We found no PFAS statement from the brand
  • PFAS

2 hazards checked on this product, all on its full breakdown.

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Always Discreet Incontinence Pads

Always Discreet

Incontinence Pads

25PoorPFAS grade
  • cellulose/nonwoven blend with unspecified waterproof/absorbent coating
  • We found no PFAS statement from the brand
  • PFAS

3 hazards checked on this product, all on its full breakdown.

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Always Discreet Moderate Incontinence Pads

Always Discreet

Moderate Incontinence Pads

25PoorPFAS grade
  • Nonwoven cellulose/polypropylene with waterproofing layer
  • We found no PFAS statement from the brand
  • PFAS

4 hazards checked on this product, all on its full breakdown.

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Always Discreet Pads

Always Discreet

Always Discreet Pads

25PoorPFAS grade
  • absorbent core with waterproof backing layer
  • We found no PFAS statement from the brand
  • PFAS

3 hazards checked on this product, all on its full breakdown.

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Always Discreet Postpartum Incontinence Pads

Always Discreet

Postpartum Incontinence Pads

25PoorPFAS grade
  • Nonwoven layers with waterproof/moisture-barrier coating (unspecified chemistry)
  • We found no PFAS statement from the brand
  • PFAS

4 hazards checked on this product, all on its full breakdown.

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Always Discreet Sensitive Skin Incontinence Pads

Always Discreet

Sensitive Skin Incontinence Pads

25PoorPFAS grade
  • Nonwoven layers, absorbent core, waterproof backing (composition unspecified)
  • We found no PFAS statement from the brand
  • PFAS

4 hazards checked on this product, all on its full breakdown.

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Always Discreet Women's Maximum Incontinence Underwear

Always Discreet

Women's Maximum Incontinence Underwear

25PoorPFAS grade
  • Non-woven fabrics with waterproof layer, absorbent core
  • We found no PFAS statement from the brand
  • PFAS

3 hazards checked on this product, all on its full breakdown.

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Attends Discreet Bladder Control Pad

Attends

Discreet Bladder Control Pad

25PoorPFAS grade
  • nonwoven, superabsorbent polymer, waterproof backing (unspecified)
  • We found no PFAS statement from the brand
  • PFAS

3 hazards checked on this product, all on its full breakdown.

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  • cellulose core, plastic backing, waterproof/moisture-barrier coating
  • We found no PFAS statement from the brand
  • PFAS

2 hazards checked on this product, all on its full breakdown.

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  • Absorbent core with unspecified waterproof backing
  • We found no PFAS statement from the brand
  • Waterproof backing leachates and skin irritation

3 hazards checked on this product, all on its full breakdown.

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Poise Ultra Thin Incontinence Pads

Poise

Ultra Thin Incontinence Pads

25PoorPFAS grade
  • cellulose core, synthetic absorbent layer, waterproof backing (unspecified)
  • We found no PFAS statement from the brand
  • PFAS

2 hazards checked on this product, all on its full breakdown.

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Attends Guards For Men

Attends

Guards For Men

25PoorPFAS grade
  • Absorbent core with waterproof backing layer (composition unspecified)
  • We found no PFAS statement from the brand
  • PFAS

5 hazards checked on this product, all on its full breakdown.

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