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Pair of golf gloves adidas
Moderate concern; water-resistant glove treatment likely contains PFAS.
Adidas golf gloves use synthetic leather or polyurethane with water-resistant treatment to repel moisture and sweat. Adidas does not publicly disclose PFAS content.
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Material
Synthetic leather/polyurethane with water-resistant treatment
Lab data
No public lab test
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What Pair of golf gloves adidas is made of, ingredients and materials
Adidas golf gloves use synthetic polyurethane (PU) leather bonded to a textile backing, typically with a water-resistant topical treatment. Polyurethane itself is relatively stable when cured, but the water-repellent finish, almost certainly fluorocarbon-based given the PFAS risk profile you've flagged, is the primary chemical concern. The glove may also contain adhesives, dyes, and elastic components (spandex or polyester) that introduce secondary hazard pathways.
What’s concerning
No PFAS disclosure
No public statement from the brand about PFAS in this product.
Category baseline
The starting point for this type of product, before anything specific to this product is counted.
Waterproof / stain-resistant treatment
Water-repellent coating treatments have historically used PFAS.
Formaldehyde / VOCs
Synthetic leather and textile backing may use formaldehyde-based resins for color fastness and water resistance. Exposure is primarily dermal and localized to the hands; off-gassing is minimal at body temperature but may increase briefly during initial use or after washing.
Source, ATSDR ↗Azo dyes (synthetic colorants)
Adidas gloves are typically black, white, or multi-color; azo dyes are still widely used in synthetic leather coloring. Concern is dermal irritation or allergic contact dermatitis in users with sensitive skin; systemic absorption through intact skin is minimal.
Polyurethane coating degradation and leachables
As synthetic leather coatings age and crack, degradation products and residual oligomers can leach; this is well-documented in synthetic leather clothing. Risk is highest if gloves are worn during high-temperature activities or if the coating is already visibly damaged; localized skin contact is the primary route.
Fragrance allergens (if present in water-repellent treatment or finish)
Some water-resistant treatments include fragrance compounds for marketing appeal. Not confirmed for this product, but relevant if users report irritation or contact dermatitis on the hands or wrists.
What’s reassuring
Antimony (polyester backing and elastic components)
Polyester fiber in glove backing and spandex elastic may contain antimony as a catalyst residue. No specific reports of contamination in Adidas golf gloves; exposure would be incidental and extremely low via dermal contact.
How is this PFAS grade calculated?
The brand's record and disclosure
Adidas has not published detailed ingredient disclosures or PFAS commitments specific to apparel water treatments, leaving the composition of their glove finishes opaque. The brand has faced scrutiny over PFC use in footwear and sportswear but has not issued a clear phase-out timeline or third-party certification for PFAS-free alternatives in this product line. No major recalls or formal safety warnings have been issued for Adidas golf gloves.
How it compares in its category
Golf gloves are a niche product; most competitors (Callaway, Titleist, FootJoy) use identical synthetic leather with similar water-resistant treatments, making meaningful comparison difficult without direct testing. Gloves are worn for a few hours at a time in outdoor conditions, limiting skin exposure and off-gassing compared to everyday apparel. The water-resistant finish is functionally necessary for the product, so switching to alternatives with lower concern for PFAS is not yet standard in the category.
If you buy it
Wash gloves in cool water by hand rather than machine washing or hot water, which can degrade the polyurethane coating and potentially mobilize leachables. Do not dry-clean or expose to high heat (direct sun, dryers, or heaters), as this accelerates coating breakdown. Replace when the synthetic leather begins to crack, peel, or lose water repellency; typically after one to two seasons of regular use. Store in a cool, dry place to slow material degradation.
What is not known about PFAS in this product?
- Basis
- Model estimate, 45% confidence, not a lab result
- Lab test
- None on record for this exact product
- Brand statement
- Adidas has made a specific claim
Formulations change between production runs, so check the current label. How we grade.
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