Alo Yoga · Yoga & Exercise Mats
Alo Yoga Alo Air Yoga Mat
Lower concern yoga mat; no known PFAS risks identified.
Alo Air mat uses natural rubber and polyurethane foam without reported Teflon-family coating coatings or water-resistant treatments. No PFAS claims made by brand; material composition suggests lower concern.
We flunk more products than we pass. This one earned its grade. How we grade
Material
Natural rubber, polyurethane foam
Brand disclosure
Brand is silent on PFAS
Lab data
No public lab test
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What Alo Yoga Alo Air Yoga Mat is made of, ingredients and materials
The Alo Air mat combines natural rubber as its base layer with polyurethane foam for cushioning. Natural rubber is a plant-derived polymer with minimal known leaching hazards under normal use conditions. Polyurethane foam can off-gas volatile organic compounds (VOCs) when new, particularly in warm or humid environments, though this typically decreases over time and is not unique to this brand.
What’s concerning
Category baseline
The starting point for this type of product, before anything specific to this product is counted.
No PFAS disclosure
No public statement from the brand about PFAS in this product.
Volatile organic compound (VOC) off-gassing
Polyurethane foam can emit VOCs during and shortly after manufacturing. No test data is publicly available for this specific product; off-gassing intensity and duration depend on formulation and storage conditions.
Natural rubber degradation and particulate shedding
Rubber degrades over time with heat, UV, and sweat exposure. Shed rubber particles are not classified as microplastics but represent a minor physical wear concern; no toxicological data specific to yoga mat rubber dust is on record.
What’s reassuring
Base material not linked to PFAS
The main material recorded for this product is not one associated with PFAS.
Flame retardants
Alo Yoga does not disclose whether polyurethane foam contains brominated or phosphorus-based flame retardants. Standard commercial polyurethane may include such additives; absence of disclosure does not confirm their absence.
Source, EPA ↗Heavy metals
No testing data or known contamination has been reported for Alo Yoga mats. Natural rubber and polyurethane adhesives do not inherently contain lead or cadmium, but manufacturing controls are not publicly documented.
Source, FDA ↗Formaldehyde / VOCs
Natural rubber and polyurethane foam do not typically require formaldehyde-releasing resin binders; none is known to be present based on material composition, but the brand provides no chemical inventory.
Source, ATSDR ↗How is this PFAS grade calculated?
The brand's record and disclosure
Alo Yoga does not publicly disclose material certifications, chemical testing results, or third-party safety audits for this product. The brand maintains no visible stance on flame retardants, formaldehyde resins, or heavy metals in manufacturing. No significant safety recalls or regulatory actions specific to Alo Yoga yoga mats have been identified in public records.
How it compares in its category
Natural rubber mats sit in the lower-to-moderate risk tier for yoga mats. They avoid synthetic PVC and chlorinated plastics that carry higher flame-retardant and phthalate risks. However, unlike mats certified to Oeko-Tex or Global Organic Textile Standard (GOTS), this product lacks third-party verification of VOC emissions, heavy metals, or restricted dyes.
If you buy it
Air the mat in a well-ventilated space for 24-48 hours after unboxing to reduce initial off-gassing. Do not expose it to direct sunlight for extended periods, as UV can degrade the rubber and foam. Clean with mild soap and water; do not use harsh solvents. Replace it if the rubber surface becomes tacky, flakes, or shows visible wear that affects grip.
What is not known about PFAS in this product?
- Basis
- Model estimate, 72% confidence, not a lab result
- Lab test
- None on record for this exact product
- Brand statement
- Alo Yoga has made none
Formulations change between production runs, so check the current label. How we grade.
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