Cobra · Golf Balls & Equipment
Cobra Men's Pur Tech Golf Glove
Golf glove with water-repellent coating treatment; Cobra does not disclose PFAS status.
Golf glove combining leather palm with synthetic backing, likely featuring water-repellent coating typical of performance gear. Cobra provides no PFAS disclosure.
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Material
Leather palm with synthetic backing, likely water-repellent coating-treated
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
Cobra does not disclose water-repellent coating formulation. Fluorochemical water repellents (C6 or legacy C8 PFAS) are still common in performance apparel. Skin contact during wear and hand-washing may constitute minor exposure, though gloves do not cover large body surface area.
Source, ATSDR ↗Synthetic fiber degradation and microfiber shedding
Frequent hand motion and friction during golf use may accelerate wear of synthetic backing fibers, releasing microfiber particles. This is cosmetic and hygiene concern rather than acute toxicity, but cumulative exposure is not well-studied.
What’s reassuring
Formaldehyde / VOCs
No recalls or alerts on record for Cobra golf gloves. Formaldehyde use in polyester/nylon blends is regulated under Oeko-Tex and EU standards; risk is low if the glove carries basic certifications, which Cobra does not publicly advertise.
Source, ATSDR ↗Azo dye allergens
Leather and synthetic textiles can be dyed with azo compounds, some of which are sensitizers. No specific incidents reported for Cobra gloves. Sweat on the palm may increase dye migration slightly, but exposure is localized to hands.
Leather tanning residues
Leather palm may contain chromium or other tanning agents, but exposure is minimal during normal wear. Cobra does not specify tanning method; vegetable-tanned leather would pose no chemical risk. No contamination alerts on record.
The full breakdown
What it's made of and why it matters
The Cobra Pur Tech glove combines leather on the palm (for grip and durability) with synthetic backing, likely polyester or nylon blended with spandex for stretch and moisture management. The 'Pur Tech' branding suggests performance coating, and the water-repellent coating (water-repellent coating) finish is almost certainly applied to the synthetic or leather surface to shed sweat and rain. water-repellent coating finishes on textiles are a common vector for PFAS, though formulations vary widely in their fluorine content and persistence.
The brand's record and disclosure
Cobra (owned by Puma/TaylorMade) does not publicly disclose PFAS use or water-repellent coating chemistry for its golf apparel. The brand has not published a PFAS elimination commitment or third-party certifications (e.g., Bluesign, OEKO-TEX) that would suggest fluorine-free water repellency. This silence is typical for mid-tier golf brands but contrasts with leading outdoor brands that now specify PFAS-free water-repellent coating. No major recalls or contamination incidents on record for Cobra gloves.
How it compares in its category
Golf gloves are a small, lower-exposure category compared to outerwear, but they sit on skin and are handled frequently. Leather-palm synthetic-back gloves like this are standard; competitors (Titleist, FootJoy, Callaway) operate under similar disclosure gaps. Brands offering certified PFAS-free or fluorine-free water-repellent coating golf gloves are rare; most use traditional fluorochemical finishes without labeling.
If you buy it
Wash before first use if possible to reduce any residual coating treatments. Avoid heat (no dryer) and do not iron. Replace when the palm material tears, seams fail, or grip degrades, typically after 6-12 months of regular play. If you are sensitive to chemical finishes or concerned about PFAS exposure, contact Cobra directly to request water-repellent coating chemistry; lack of response may warrant switching to brands with transparent PFAS policies.
What we don’t know
- Basis
- Model estimate, 45% confidence, not a lab result
- Lab test
- None on record for this exact product
- Brand statement
- Cobra has made none
Formulations change between production runs, so check the current label. How we grade.
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