Global Syn-Turf · Artificial Turf
Global Syn-Turf ALLGREEN Star Grass 35 Emerald Green/Olive Green Indoor/Outdoor Turf 15 ft.
Synthetic turf backing and adhesives frequently contain PFAS. Wait for verification.
Artificial turf typically uses PFAS-containing water-resistant coatings or adhesives in backings. This product has no public disclosure or third-party testing available.
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Material
Synthetic polypropylene or polyethylene turf with unknown backing/adhesive
Brand disclosure
Brand is silent on PFAS
Lab data
No public lab test
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What Global Syn-Turf ALLGREEN Star Grass 35 ft. is made of, ingredients and materials
Global Syn-Turf ALLGREEN Star Grass is a synthetic turf made from polypropylene or polyethylene fibers face-tufted onto a backing layer. The backing and adhesive systems used to bond fibers are the primary concern, these layers in synthetic turf products routinely contain PFAS (PFAS "forever chemicals") for water repellency and stain resistance, a practice well-documented across the industry. The fiber itself (polypropylene/polyethylene) poses minimal chemical leaching risk under normal indoor/outdoor use, but degradation from UV exposure over years can generate microplastics.
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.
Unknown / proprietary coating
A coating is recorded with no disclosed chemistry.
PFAS
Synthetic turf backings and adhesives commonly contain PFAS for stain and water resistance; GlobalTex has not disclosed backing chemistry or PFAS status, making exposure probable unless independently verified as PFAS-free.
Source, ATSDR ↗Microplastic shedding from fiber degradation
Polypropylene and polyethylene fibers degrade under UV exposure and foot traffic over time, releasing microplastics into soil or indoor air. Long-term environmental and health impact of microplastic inhalation remains under study.
Bacterial and mold growth in wet backing
Synthetic turf backing can trap moisture, creating conditions for bacterial colonization and mold if drainage is poor or the product is used in high-humidity indoor environments. Regular maintenance and good air circulation mitigate this risk.
Volatile organic compound (VOC) off-gassing
Synthetic turf can off-gas low levels of VOCs from adhesives and backing, particularly in enclosed indoor spaces during the first weeks after installation. Adequate ventilation reduces exposure.
What’s reassuring
Heavy metals
No documented concerns specific to Global Syn-Turf ALLGREEN; synthetic turf fibers typically use low-heavy-metal colorants, but independent testing of this product line is not publicly available.
Source, FDA ↗How is this PFAS grade calculated?
The brand's record and disclosure
GlobalTex has no established public record of PFAS disclosure, third-party testing, or certifications (such as GreenGuard or SCS Indoor Advantage) for this product line. No recalls or major safety controversies are documented for this specific brand in synthetic turf. The company's silence on backing composition and PFAS content is typical of mid-market turf manufacturers, making independent verification of adhesive/backing chemistry difficult.
How it compares in its category
Most synthetic turfs on the market, including budget and mid-range brands, use conventional polyurethane or latex-based backings that often incorporate PFAS. Premium alternatives (e.g., some certified eco-turf products) explicitly test and disclose backing chemistry. Global Syn-Turf ALLGREEN lacks any stated differentiation in this regard, placing it in the typical risk bracket for indoor/outdoor synthetic turf. Natural grass, artificial turf without PFAS-treated backing, or plant-based alternatives offer lower chemical profiles if PFAS avoidance is critical.
If you buy it
Contact GlobalTex directly to request backing composition and PFAS-free certification before purchase; do not assume absence of PFAS. Install in well-ventilated spaces and avoid prolonged direct sunlight exposure to reduce microplastic generation from fiber breakdown. For indoor use, ensure adequate drainage to prevent bacterial and mold growth in the backing. Replace the turf every 8-12 years depending on foot traffic; dispose of old turf through facilities that accept synthetic materials, as PFAS can leach into soil during decomposition.
What is not known about PFAS in this product?
- Basis
- Model estimate, 35% confidence, not a lab result
- Lab test
- None on record for this exact product
- Brand statement
- Global Syn-Turf has made none
Formulations change between production runs, so check the current label. How we grade.
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