LITA Greenfield Artificial Grass Turf
Wait for brand to disclose water and stain treatment composition.
Artificial turf typically uses water-resistant and stain-resistant coatings for outdoor durability. GreenFields refuses to discuss PFAS in treatments or provide third-party testing.
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Material
Polyethylene or polypropylene fibers with backing and coating
Brand disclosure
Brand is silent on PFAS
Lab data
No public lab test
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What LITA Greenfield Artificial Grass Turf is made of, ingredients and materials
LITA Greenfield turf uses polyethylene (PE) or polypropylene (PP) fibers bonded to a latex or polyurethane backing, often with infill materials like crumb rubber or sand. These synthetic polymers are inherently stable once cured, but the adhesives, backing coatings, and infill can off-gas volatile organic compounds (VOCs) during installation and weathering. PE and PP themselves don't leach endocrine disruptors like BPA, but the manufacturing process may leave residual monomers or plasticizers that migrate under UV exposure or temperature cycling.
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.
Flame retardants
Artificial turf infill (crumb rubber, sand treatment) and polyurethane backing commonly contain brominated or chlorinated flame retardants to meet CPSC flammability standards. Exposure via hand-to-mouth contact (especially children) or dust inhalation is possible but limited outdoors; indoor or partially enclosed use increases risk.
Source, EPA ↗VOC off-gassing from adhesives and coatings
Latex and polyurethane backing adhesives release VOCs (formaldehyde, toluene, xylene) especially during cure and under heat. GreenFields provides no off-gas testing data. Peak exposure occurs in first weeks post-installation; outdoor installation with wind dispersal significantly reduces inhalation risk compared to indoor use.
Microplastic shedding from fiber degradation
PE and PP fibers degrade under UV and temperature cycling, releasing microplastics into soil and groundwater over 7-10 years. This is a systemic problem with all synthetic turf, not specific to GreenFields, but accelerates if backing degrades or infill becomes compacted and immobilized.
Mold and bacterial growth in wet backing
Polyurethane and latex backing retain moisture in humid climates or high-rainfall regions. Inadequate drainage or poor installation can foster mold colonies, which produce allergenic spores. Regular rinsing and ensuring proper subsurface drainage mitigates this risk.
What’s reassuring
Heavy metals
No documented lead or cadmium contamination reported in synthetic turf pigments or crumb rubber infill for this brand. However, recycled rubber infill sourcing is opaque industry-wide; independent testing of specific infill batches is rare.
Source, FDA ↗How is this PFAS grade calculated?
The brand's record and disclosure
GreenFields does not publicly disclose PFAS-based water or stain treatments, backing adhesive composition, or VOC emissions testing. The brand has no posted third-party certifications (e.g., GOTS, Oeko-Tex, ASTM standards for turf). No major recalls or documented health complaints are on record for this specific product line. This silence on chemical inputs is the primary concern for long-term safety assessment.
How it compares in its category
Artificial turf as a category carries higher flame retardant exposure than most furniture because infill materials (recycled rubber crumb, sometimes treated sand) often contain brominated or chlorinated flame retardants to meet flammability codes. LITA Greenfield is mid-range, cheaper than certified eco-turf brands that publish VOC data, but lacks the transparency of premium competitors. Natural grass eliminates these concerns but requires maintenance and pesticide risk; synthetic turf trades chemical input for durability.
If you buy it
Allow 48-72 hours of ventilation and heavy rain after installation to reduce off-gassing before intensive foot traffic. Rinse infill and fibers regularly to remove dust and weathered particles. Monitor for degradation (pilling, fiber loss, backing separation) every 2-3 years; replace if backing breaks down or off-odor returns, as this signals coating failure. Limit use by infants crawling directly on untreated backing; use barrier matting in play zones.
What is not known about PFAS in this product?
- Basis
- Model estimate, 45% confidence, not a lab result
- Lab test
- None on record for this exact product
- Brand statement
- LITA has made none
Formulations change between production runs, so check the current label. How we grade.
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