Bridgestone · Golf Balls & Equipment
Bridgestone Golf Snedeker Tour E-Glove
Golf glove with water-repellent coating; PFAS presence unknown, brand silent.
Golf gloves typically use water-resistant finishes that may contain PFAS. Bridgestone makes no public PFAS disclosure for this product, and no third-party testing is available.
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Material
Synthetic leather/microfiber with waterproof treatment
Brand disclosure
Brand is silent on PFAS
Lab data
No public lab test
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.
PFAS
Waterproof textile treatments on golf gloves are a known source of fluorinated PFAS (especially PFOA and PFOS precursors). Bridgestone's silence on this makes presence highly probable, particularly given the durability demands of a golf glove. PFAS can leach into skin during wear, especially with hand perspiration.
Source, ATSDR ↗Microplastics
Synthetic microfiber textiles can shed small fibers during washing and wear. While not a direct safety hazard to the wearer, accumulation of microfiber shedding into washing water and soil is an environmental pathway. The glove's grip surface and seams are the highest-wear zones.
Source, EPA ↗Polyurethane degradation and leachates
Microfiber blends often contain polyurethane layers or coatings. Over time, exposure to hand moisture, salt (from perspiration), and UV light (in golf bag storage) can degrade polyurethane, potentially releasing degradation byproducts. Risk is low during normal use but increases as the glove ages.
Formaldehyde / VOCs
Some synthetic microfiber finishes and water-repellent coating coatings may contain or release formaldehyde as a resin or cross-linking agent, particularly in the waterproof treatment. Bridgestone does not disclose finishing chemistry. Formaldehyde release is generally low in finished textile products but is a known concern for synthetic apparel.
Source, ATSDR ↗What’s reassuring
Azo dyes in synthetic leather coloring
No specific testing or recalls for the Snedeker Tour E-Glove cite problematic azo dye use. However, synthetic leather colorants are not disclosed by Bridgestone. Most golf gloves use synthetic dyes with lower concern for PFAS, but unmonitored sources present a minor theoretical risk.
The full breakdown
What it's made of and why it matters
The Snedeker Tour E-Glove uses synthetic microfiber leather with a waterproof (water-repellent coating) treatment applied to the palm and back surfaces. Microfiber itself is a polyester-polyurethane blend that is stable during normal wear, but the water-repellent finish is where chemical risk concentrates. water-repellent coating coatings on textiles commonly use fluorinated compounds (PFAS) to achieve durability; Bridgestone has not disclosed the specific chemistry of their treatment. The glove is designed for frequent hand contact with moisture and heat (from golf bag storage and hand perspiration).
The brand's record and disclosure
Bridgestone, a multinational manufacturer, has not made public commitments to PFAS elimination or provided transparency on the chemical formulations in this glove. The company has faced pressure on PFAS disclosure in tire manufacturing but has been silent on golf equipment specifically. No independent certifications (such as Bluesign, OEKO-TEX, or GOTS) are noted for this product line. This silence is a red flag for consumer trust, particularly given the well-documented prevalence of PFAS in golf equipment water-repellent coating treatments.
How it compares in its category
Most golf gloves at this price point and performance tier use synthetic leather with water-repellent coating finishes; the Snedeker Tour E-Glove is typical in its construction but offers no known sustainability or chemical safety edge. Some brands (e.g., higher-end leather alternatives or certified eco-lines) provide more transparency, though they may sacrifice durability. Budget gloves may use simpler coatings with lower PFAS intensity, while premium brands sometimes commit to PFAS-free treatments, making this mid-range option a transparency blind spot. No major golf equipment manufacturer has yet achieved industry-wide PFAS phase-out.
If you buy it
Wash the glove by hand in cool water with mild soap after each use to extend coating life and reduce skin contact with aged or degraded coating chemicals. Store in a dry, well-ventilated space, not in a closed golf bag where moisture and heat can accelerate coating breakdown. Replace when the palm grip deteriorates or the water-repellent coating visibly peels, typically after 1-2 seasons of regular play. Do not dry clean or use hot water, as heat can mobilize chemicals in the coating. Consider rotating multiple gloves to reduce cumulative chemical exposure from a single worn glove.
What we don’t know
- Basis
- Model estimate, 42% confidence, not a lab result
- Lab test
- None on record for this exact product
- Brand statement
- Bridgestone has made none
Formulations change between production runs, so check the current label. How we grade.
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