Callaway · Golf Balls & Equipment
Callaway Women's Weather Spann Golf Glove
Likely lower concern, but water-resistant coating source unclear.
Callaway Women's Weather Spann Golf Glove has synthetic leather or polyurethane with water-resistant finish. Callaway does not disclose PFAS or coating chemistry.
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85/100 safety
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Material
synthetic leather or polyurethane with water-resistant finish
Brand disclosure
Brand is silent on PFAS
Lab data
No public lab test
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.
Waterproof / stain-resistant treatment
Water-repellent coating treatments have historically used PFAS.
Water-resistant coating degradation and off-gassing
The specific chemistry of the Weather Spann's water-resistant finish is undisclosed. If PFAS-free alternatives are used (silicone, paraffin, or acrylic), risk is minimal; if PFAS-based, see separate PFAS grading. Polyurethane base coatings can release volatile organic compounds if damaged by heat or harsh cleaning.
Polyurethane synthetic leather off-gassing
Synthetic leather (PU) can off-gas plasticizers and isocyanate residues, especially in new products or when heated. Gloves are worn on hands and do not contact mouth or eyes, minimizing inhalation risk. Off-gassing typically diminishes after initial hand-washes and air-airing.
What’s reassuring
Formaldehyde / VOCs
No recalls or complaints specific to Callaway golf gloves for formaldehyde contamination. Synthetic leather apparel may use formaldehyde-based dyes or cross-linking agents, but levels in finished gloves are typically below concern for incidental skin contact during short wear periods.
Source, ATSDR ↗Heavy metals
Callaway does not disclose dye systems or pigment sources. Women's sports apparel typically meets EU or CPSC dye restrictions in major markets. No specific incidents reported for Callaway glove colorants. Skin contact is brief and incidental.
Source, FDA ↗Antimony in polyester components
If lining or stitching uses polyester, antimony catalyst residues are theoretically possible but not reported in golf glove recalls. Antimony concern is higher in fabrics with extensive polyester (clothing worn long-term), not minor components like glove backing.
The full breakdown
What it's made of and why it matters
Callaway Women's Weather Spann uses synthetic leather (likely polyurethane or PU blend) with a water-resistant topcoat finish. Synthetic leather avoids chrome tanning hazards associated with genuine leather but introduces polyurethane off-gassing potential if finish degrades. The water-resistant coating is the main chemical concern; its composition (whether PFAS-based, silicone-based, or other) is not publicly disclosed by Callaway. For a golf glove worn on skin during use, direct contact is prolonged but indirect compared to gloves for food handling.
The brand's record and disclosure
Callaway does not publish detailed material safety data sheets or chemical disclosures for individual apparel items. The brand has no widely reported recalls or chemical controversies tied to their golf gloves. Callaway has not signed BLUESIGN or similar chemical management protocols; their stance on PFAS and restricted substance lists is not publicly stated. For a major sports brand, transparency on hazardous substance avoidance is limited.
How it compares in its category
Golf gloves are a minor-risk apparel category because they cover a small body area, are worn briefly during activity, and do not contact food. Synthetic leather gloves dominate the market and carry similar low-hazard profiles to leather alternatives when finish is stable. Most competitor gloves (Titleist, FootJoy, Mizuno) similarly lack detailed chemical disclosure. Water-resistant coatings are standard across the category, making this product typical rather than distinctive.
If you buy it
Wash the glove in cool water before first use to reduce any residual finish or dyes. Avoid prolonged heat exposure (direct sunlight, high dryers) as polyurethane coatings can degrade and potentially off-gas volatile compounds. Hand-wash and air-dry after use; do not bleach or use harsh detergents that accelerate coating wear. Replace when seams fray or water resistance visibly fails, typically after one to two seasons of regular use.
What we don’t know
- Basis
- Model estimate, 62% confidence, not a lab result
- Lab test
- None on record for this exact product
- Brand statement
- Callaway has made none
Formulations change between production runs, so check the current label. How we grade.
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