Dunlop · Golf Balls & Equipment
Nwt Lot Of Three Dunlop Digitech Dupont Coolmax Golf Glove Men's Size M Left
Golf glove water-repellent coating finish contains unknown treatment chemicals.
Coolmax synthetic golf glove likely uses water-resistant treatment, but Dunlop discloses nothing about chemical composition.
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Material
Coolmax polyester blend, likely water-repellent 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.
Formaldehyde / VOCs
Coolmax polyester may contain residual formaldehyde from wrinkle-resistance or shape-memory finishing applied during manufacture. Levels in ready-to-wear athletic gloves are typically low, but pre-wash reduces exposure further.
Source, ATSDR ↗Antimony in polyester synthesis
Antimony trioxide is a standard catalyst in polyester polymerization; trace residues may remain in the finished fiber. Dermal exposure from wearing the glove is minimal because antimony does not migrate readily from solid polymer under normal conditions.
PFAS
Golf gloves require water-repellent coating to function; this glove almost certainly carries a fluorinated or fluorine-free water-repellent coating, but Dunlop has not disclosed which. If fluorinated, washout and skin absorption are slow but cumulative over the product lifetime. Non-fluorinated alternatives exist but are not confirmed here.
Source, ATSDR ↗What’s reassuring
Azo dyes in synthetic textiles
Polyester microfiber in this product may be dyed; no restricted azo dyes (converting to carcinogenic amines) are known to be used in Dunlop golf gloves, and the black/white colorway is not associated with high-risk dye classes.
Fragrance or optical brightener allergens
No fragrance or allergenic optical brighteners are documented in Dunlop Coolmax golf gloves; black and white colorways do not typically require high levels of brightening agents.
The full breakdown
What it's made of and why it matters
This glove is constructed from Coolmax, a polyester microfiber blend engineered for moisture-wicking in athletic wear. The material itself is stable polyester with no known leaching hazard under normal use. However, the glove appears to carry a water-repellent coating (water-repellent coating) finish typical of golf gloves, which historically relies on fluorinated compounds (PFAS-class chemicals) to repel moisture without altering feel. Dunlop has not publicly disclosed the specific water-repellent coating chemistry used in this product.
The brand's record and disclosure
Dunlop (owned by Sumitomo Rubber) has not published detailed chemical disclosure or PFAS phase-out commitments comparable to leading athletic brands. The company maintains a functional product safety stance but lacks transparent third-party certifications (Bluesign, GOTS, OEKO-TEX) that would certify absence of restricted substances in textiles. No recalls or safety controversies specific to Dunlop golf gloves are on record in consumer databases.
How it compares in its category
Golf gloves universally employ water-repellent coating finishes to maintain grip in wet conditions; this is standard across brands including Titleist, Callaway, and FootJoy. Dunlop's Coolmax blend is a mid-market choice, neither premium nor budget. Competitors using certified eco-textiles (e.g., Callaway's certified organic cotton blends) are rare in golf, so this glove represents typical category practice rather than a standout concern or benefit.
If you buy it
Wash the glove by hand in cool water before first skin contact to remove any residual finishes or dyes. Avoid machine washing or hot water, which could degrade the polyester fibers and water-repellent coating. Reapply water-repellent coating treatment annually using commercial textile sprays if water beading diminishes. Replace when the palm grip area shows visible wear or loss of traction, typically 1-2 seasons of regular play.
What we don’t know
- Basis
- Model estimate, 52% confidence, not a lab result
- Lab test
- None on record for this exact product
- Brand statement
- Dunlop has made none
Formulations change between production runs, so check the current label. How we grade.
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