Maplus BP1 Med Liquid Wax
Wax-based product, lower concern but PFAS status undisclosed.
This hydrocarbon ski wax has no disclosed PFAS information. Traditional ski waxes often avoid PFAS, but brand transparency is missing.
We flunk more products than we pass. This one earned its grade. How we grade
Material
hydrocarbon wax blend, ski/snowboard base treatment
Brand disclosure
Brand is silent on PFAS
Lab data
No public lab test
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What Maplus BP1 Med Liquid Wax is made of, ingredients and materials
Maplus BP1 Med is a liquid hydrocarbon wax blend designed for ski and snowboard base conditioning. It contains paraffin or mineral oil wax components suspended in a carrier solvent, applied to porous bases to improve glide and water repellency. The 'liquid' formulation means volatile organic compounds (VOCs) will off-gas during and after application, and the hydrocarbon base itself poses minimal toxicity at room temperature but requires proper ventilation to avoid inhalation exposure during use.
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 Compounds (VOCs) from solvent carriers
Liquid wax formulations require volatile solvents for application. Inhalation of off-gassing during and immediately after use can cause respiratory irritation, headache, and dizziness in poorly ventilated spaces; no product-specific VOC composition data is publicly available from Briko-Maplus.
Skin and eye irritation from direct contact
Hydrocarbon wax blends and their solvents can cause mild to moderate irritation on contact with skin or eyes. Standard ski wax product sheets typically recommend avoiding direct contact, but Briko-Maplus does not publish detailed irritancy data for BP1 Med.
Respiratory sensitization from repeated inhalation
Chronic low-level exposure to VOC off-gassing from liquid wax products may cause or exacerbate asthma or chemical sensitivity in susceptible individuals, particularly in skiers who apply the product frequently indoors without adequate extraction.
PFAS
Ski waxes often rely on fluorinated compounds (PFAS) for water repellency and durability on snow. Briko-Maplus has not disclosed whether BP1 Med contains PFAS; given the product's performance demands, PFAS presence cannot be ruled out despite the lower concern rating for wax-based products relative to coatings.
Source, ATSDR ↗What’s reassuring
Base material not linked to PFAS
The main material recorded for this product is not one associated with PFAS.
Product leakage and environmental contamination
No documented issues, but liquid wax in plastic containers carries standard risk of spill and soil/water contamination if disposed improperly; hydrocarbon waxes are not acutely toxic to aquatic life at typical household volumes but are not readily biodegradable.
How is this PFAS grade calculated?
The brand's record and disclosure
Briko-Maplus is an established Italian ski wax manufacturer with no public record of product safety certifications, third-party testing disclosures, or hazard ingredient labeling beyond typical industrial product sheets. The brand has not publicly disclosed PFAS status or commitment to PFAS-free formulation, which is notable given that many competing ski waxes have begun addressing PFAS content due to environmental and regulatory pressure. No significant recalls or safety controversies are documented for this specific product line.
How it compares in its category
Ski and snowboard liquid waxes vary widely in VOC content and base chemistry. Maplus BP1 Med sits in the mid-tier performance segment; some competitors (especially Scandinavian and Swiss brands) publish solvent safety data and PFAS-free claims, while others remain opaque like Briko-Maplus. Solid wax blocks typically pose lower inhalation risk than liquids, but liquid formulations generally provide easier application and faster drying.
If you buy it
Apply only in well-ventilated spaces (garage with doors/windows open or outdoors) to minimize VOC inhalation; avoid application in enclosed spaces or near children. Allow 15-30 minutes drying time in ventilated conditions before skiing. Store in a cool, dry place away from heat sources; do not store near food or in living areas. Replace when the product hardens, separates, or fails to improve base glide (typically 1-2 seasons of regular use).
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
- Maplus has made none
Formulations change between production runs, so check the current label. How we grade.
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