Jade Yoga · Yoga & Exercise Mats
Jade Yoga Voyager Mat
Yoga mat with inherently low PFAS risk, no public testing data.
Jade Yoga mats use natural rubber and microfiber, materials unlikely to contain PFAS. Brand makes no PFAS claims; standard yoga mat construction carries minimal risk.
We flunk more products than we pass. This one earned its grade. How we grade
Material
Natural rubber, microfiber top layer
Brand disclosure
Brand is silent on PFAS
Lab data
No public lab test
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What Jade Yoga Voyager Mat is made of, ingredients and materials
The Jade Voyager uses natural rubber as its base layer with a microfiber (polyester-blend) top surface. Natural rubber is inherently free of synthetic Teflon-family coating and poses minimal leaching risk during normal use, though microfiber can shed microplastic fibers with age and friction. The mat is not treated with flame retardants or heavy metal pigments as binding agents, which is typical for athletic yoga mats in this price tier.
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.
Microfiber shedding
The polyester microfiber top layer sheds synthetic fibers during use and washing, particularly as the weave degrades. While ingestion risk during yoga is low, airborne and surface fibers may accumulate in studio environments with heavy use.
Volatile organic compounds (VOCs) from rubber processing
Natural rubber mats emit low-level VOCs (primarily isoprene) during manufacturing and cure, especially in the first weeks of use. Off-gassing is minimal compared to synthetic alternatives but may be noticeable in poorly ventilated spaces.
Bacterial and mold growth
The porous natural rubber and microfiber top provide a favorable environment for bacterial colonization and mold if the mat is stored damp or in high-humidity conditions. Regular cleaning and dry storage are essential to prevent odor and surface degradation.
What’s reassuring
Base material not linked to PFAS
The main material recorded for this product is not one associated with PFAS.
Adhesive/binder contaminants
Jade does not disclose adhesive type used to bond the microfiber to the rubber base. Standard mats use water-based or rubber-based adhesives; heavy-metal-laden epoxies are not typical in this category, and no test data on this product is publicly available.
Flame retardants
Yoga mats are not required to meet flammability standards and Jade does not market this mat as flame-retardant. No brominated or chlorinated additives are documented in marketing materials, and natural rubber does not inherently require such treatment.
Source, EPA ↗The full breakdown
The brand's record and disclosure
Jade Yoga does not publish detailed third-party testing or material safety data sheets on their website, and the company has not publicly disclosed PFAS testing. The brand markets the mat as made from "natural rubber" and "eco-conscious" materials but provides minimal transparency on microfiber sourcing, adhesive chemistry, or manufacturing emissions testing. No recalls or safety complaints specific to this model appear in public databases.
How it compares in its category
Yoga mats in this category typically rely on either PVC, TPE (thermoplastic elastomer), or natural rubber bases. The Voyager's natural rubber construction avoids the phthalate and lead concerns common in older PVC mats and the synthetic polymer shedding of TPE alternatives. Microfiber tops are standard across mid-range brands; durability and fiber retention vary by weave density and are not uniformly tested.
If you buy it
Clean the mat regularly with mild soap and water to reduce microfiber release and bacterial growth in the porous rubber. Store it rolled in a dry environment to prevent mold; avoid direct sunlight for extended periods as UV can degrade rubber elasticity over 1-2 years of heavy use. Replace the mat if the surface flakes, the rubber becomes sticky, or the microfiber backing separates significantly. Do not use in direct contact with hot surfaces or high-heat environments.
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
- Jade Yoga has made none
Formulations change between production runs, so check the current label. How we grade.
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