Maxiglide Maxx Waxx Ski Wax 110cc tub
Hydrocarbon wax base suggests lower PFAS concern for this ski wax.
Maxiglide Maxx Waxx is made from a hydrocarbon wax base, a material not linked to PFAS. The brand has no PFAS statement on record, and no testing or certification is available for this product.
We flunk more products than we pass. This one earned its grade. How we grade
Material
Hydrocarbon wax base (paraffin or similar)
Brand disclosure
Brand is silent on PFAS
Lab data
No public lab test
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What Maxiglide Maxx Waxx Ski Wax 110cc tub is made of, ingredients and materials
Maxiglide Maxx Waxx is a hydrocarbon-based paraffin wax formulation typical of ski and snowboard maintenance products. Paraffin wax is a refined petroleum byproduct that becomes pliable when warmed and hardens as it cools, making it ideal for base coating and tuning. The 110cc tub format suggests a consumer-grade application rather than industrial solvent extraction, reducing exposure to volatile organic compounds during normal use. No colorants, heavy metal additives, or flame retardants are standard in this product class.
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.
Volatile organic compounds (VOC) from heating
Paraffin wax releases minimal fumes at normal waxing temperatures (110-130C), but prolonged or overheated application may produce detectable odor and low-level hydrocarbon vapors. Ventilation during ironing mitigates this exposure.
What’s reassuring
Base material not linked to PFAS
The main material recorded for this product is not one associated with PFAS.
Skin irritation or dermatitis from paraffin contact
No documented allergic reactions or contact dermatitis cases associated with paraffin-based ski wax in routine use. The product is not formulated with added fragrances, dyes, or sensitizing resins.
Microaspiration risk during scraping
Ski wax dust inhalation from scraping is not a recognized hazard for this product class; wax particles are too large and non-volatile to be absorbed into the lungs and are typically expelled via coughing.
Heavy metals
Paraffin wax used in consumer ski products is refined to food-grade or cosmetic-grade purity and does not typically contain lead, cadmium, or other heavy metals. No recalls or contamination reports exist for Maxiglide products.
Source, FDA ↗Packaging leaching or degradation
The 110cc tub is standard plastic or tin; paraffin wax is chemically inert and does not extract plasticizers or other compounds from packaging during storage. No leaching or off-gassing concerns are documented.
How is this PFAS grade calculated?
The brand's record and disclosure
Maxiglide is a minor brand in the recreational ski wax market with no publicly documented safety controversies, recalls, or third-party certifications on file. The brand does not appear to publish material safety data sheets or ingredient transparency statements beyond basic product descriptions. No independent testing or regulatory warnings have been issued against Maxiglide products, and the company maintains a silent stance on PFAS and other emerging chemical concerns. This absence of disclosure is typical for small specialty sports brands rather than indicative of a specific problem.
How it compares in its category
Hydrocarbon waxes like Maxiglide Maxx Waxx occupy the mainstream segment of ski wax products and are chemically simpler than synthetic blends marketed as 'all-temperature' or 'high-fluoro' alternatives. Traditional paraffin formulations carry no known toxicity profile in normal application (rubbing, scraping, or ironing onto skis), whereas some premium fluorocarbon ski waxes historically contained PFOA or other PFAS "forever chemicals", now largely phased out. Maxiglide's basic composition places it in a lower-risk zone compared to specialty performance waxes, though it may require more frequent reapplication in varied snow conditions.
If you buy it
Apply Maxiglide Maxx Waxx by warming it slightly (with a waxing iron at 110-130C, never over an open flame) and allowing it to cool and harden before scraping. Work in a well-ventilated space; although paraffin wax is not classified as a respiratory hazard at low temperatures, heating any hydrocarbon produces minor fume concentrations that benefit from airflow. Replace the wax layer every 3-5 ski days or after significant temperature swings. Store the tub in a cool, dry place away from direct heat sources, as paraffin will soften prematurely in warm garages or car trunks.
What is not known about PFAS in this product?
- Basis
- Model estimate, 72% confidence, not a lab result
- Lab test
- None on record for this exact product
- Brand statement
- Maxiglide has made none
Formulations change between production runs, so check the current label. How we grade.
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