Lamkin · Golf Balls & Equipment
Lamkin Golf Grips Promotional Poker Chip And Bat Caddy Golf Ball
Lower concern golf accessories with no known PFAS risk.
Golf grips, caddy organizer, and ball are standard rubber, plastic, and elastomer components unlikely to require PFAS treatment. No brand claims or third-party data exists, but material types present minimal PFAS risk.
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Material
rubber grip, plastic/resin caddy, rubber ball
Brand disclosure
Brand is silent on PFAS
Lab data
No public lab test
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.
Rubber degradation and microparticle shedding
Over extended outdoor use and UV exposure, synthetic rubber can crack or shed small particles. This is a wear-and-tear mechanism rather than a chemical hazard, but grips in poor condition should be replaced.
Mold or bacterial growth in plastic caddy
If the caddy retains moisture from rain or humid storage, it may harbor mold. This is a maintenance issue, not a manufacturing defect; dry storage and occasional rinsing prevent this.
What’s reassuring
Base material not linked to PFAS
The main material recorded for this product is not one associated with PFAS.
Plastic caddy off-gassing (volatile organic compounds)
Plastic caddies used solely for ball storage do not experience thermal stress that would trigger VOC release. No established reports of off-gassing from golf ball caddies exist in public safety literature.
Heavy metals
Lamkin grips are typically black or neutral colors; black rubber commonly uses carbon black rather than cadmium or lead-based pigments, which represents lower concern for heavy metal exposure. No recalls or hazard notices document heavy metal contamination in Lamkin grip products.
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What it's made of and why it matters
This set comprises a rubber grip (likely synthetic elastomer), a plastic or resin caddy/holder, and a rubber golf ball. Rubber grips are chemically stable during normal handling and do not typically leach harmful compounds into skin contact. The plastic caddy poses minimal risk because it contacts only the golf ball and is not in contact with food or beverages. Rubber golf balls are closed-cell products that do not off-gas volatile organics in typical outdoor storage and use conditions.
The brand's record and disclosure
Lamkin is an established golf equipment manufacturer with a long track record in grip production. The company has not issued public disclosures regarding PFAS or heavy metal testing in promotional product lines, nor are there documented recalls or safety controversies specific to grip or caddy products. Absence of disclosure does not indicate a hazard, but reflects the limited regulatory scrutiny applied to golf accessories compared to cookware or children's products.
How it compares in its category
Golf grips and accessories occupy a low-hazard product class because they involve no heating, food contact, or prolonged skin absorption. Unlike athletic apparel or footwear, rubber grips do not typically use azo dyes, antimony, or flame retardants. This promotional set is comparable in safety profile to standard aftermarket golf grips and basic plastic storage caddies, with no distinctive risk factors.
If you buy it
No special precautions are required during normal use. Store the caddy and grip indoors in dry conditions to prevent mold growth in the plastic holder if water accumulates. Rinse the rubber grip with soap and water if it becomes visibly soiled, and allow it to air-dry. Replace the grip if it becomes cracked, peeling, or slippery, as these indicate physical degradation rather than chemical leaching.
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
- Lamkin has made none
Formulations change between production runs, so check the current label. How we grade.
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