Dunlop · Golf Balls & Equipment
Used Dunlop Womens Md Lh Grey Golf Glove
Lower concern; standard golf glove, no waterproofing disclosed.
Used golf glove with leather palm and synthetic backing in standard construction. No PFAS-specific treatment disclosed by Dunlop.
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Material
leather palm, synthetic back, standard golf glove
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.
Chromium residue in leather (tanning byproduct)
Leather tanning historically used hexavalent chromium; modern methods predominantly use chromium-III or vegetable tanning, which are far less hazardous. No data exists on Dunlop's specific tanning process, but industry shift and time elapsed in a used glove make exposure minimal.
Microbial growth (if poorly stored)
Leather and synthetic blends trap moisture from sweat; if a used glove was stored damp or moldy before purchase, fungal or bacterial contamination is a hygiene concern. Visual inspection and air-drying before use mitigates this; it is not a chemical toxicity hazard.
What’s reassuring
Base material not linked to PFAS
The main material recorded for this product is not one associated with PFAS.
Azo dyes (synthetic back colorants)
Synthetic textile backings in golf gloves may contain azo dyes; no recalls or documented issues specific to Dunlop gloves. EU and most major manufacturers have phased out carcinogenic azo dyes, and skin contact via a glove worn briefly daily presents negligible risk.
Formaldehyde / VOCs
Synthetic fabrics can be treated with formaldehyde-based resins for crease resistance or durability. Dunlop does not disclose use; however, a used glove will have off-gassed substantially, and golf gloves receive minimal formaldehyde finishing compared to apparel that contacts skin directly for hours.
Source, ATSDR ↗Synthetic fiber shedding (microfiber release)
The polyester or nylon back may shed small fibers with wear, but ingestion or inhalation risk is negligible for a hand-worn item. No safety data flags this as a concern for golf gloves in particular.
The full breakdown
What it's made of and why it matters
This glove combines a leather palm (typically sheepskin or goat leather in golf gloves) with a synthetic back, most likely polyester or nylon mesh. The leather palm provides grip and durability, while the synthetic back offers stretch and breathability. Leather tanning historically used chromium salts that could leave trace heavy metals; modern tanning has largely shifted to vegetable or chrome-III methods, which present lower concern for this hazard.
The brand's record and disclosure
Dunlop does not publicly disclose material safety certifications or chemical content for its golf gloves on standard product pages. No major recalls or chemical safety controversies specific to Dunlop golf gloves are documented in public health databases. As a used item, any chemical off-gassing from the manufacturing process would have substantially diminished; the glove has been in circulation and exposed to air and moisture, reducing residual volatile organic compound (VOC) risk.
How it compares in its category
Leather-palm golf gloves are the industry standard and present lower concern than all-synthetic alternatives, which can trap moisture and degrade faster. This glove's hybrid construction (leather palm, synthetic back) is typical for mid-range women's golf gloves and avoids the cost and environmental issues of premium all-leather designs. No major safety advantage exists between Dunlop and competitors like Titleist or Callaway in this segment; all rely on similar tanning and textile processes.
If you buy it
Wash the glove occasionally in cool water with mild soap to remove sweat and dirt that accelerate material breakdown; avoid machine washing or high heat. Store in a cool, dry place away from direct sunlight to prevent leather cracking and synthetic fiber weakening. Replace when the palm becomes slick or seams separate, typically after 1-2 years of regular use. Check for visible mold or mildew, especially if stored damp, and discard if present; these are hygiene concerns, not toxicity.
What we don’t know
- Basis
- Model estimate, 72% confidence, not a lab result
- Lab test
- None on record for this exact product
- Brand statement
- Dunlop has made none
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