Mizuno · Golf Balls & Equipment
Mizuno JPX Golf Glove
Unknown water-resistant coating; Mizuno has no PFAS disclosure.
This glove uses synthetic materials with water-repellent treatment standard for golf equipment, but Mizuno keeps coating chemistry private and doesn't address PFAS.
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Material
Synthetic leather/microfiber with moisture-wicking treatment
Brand disclosure
Brand is silent on PFAS
Lab data
No public lab test
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What Mizuno JPX Golf Glove is made of, ingredients and materials
The Mizuno JPX uses synthetic leather (likely polyurethane or polyester microfiber) rather than genuine leather, paired with a moisture-wicking treatment. Synthetic leather avoids heavy-metal tannage issues of genuine leather but typically requires a water-repellent finish to maintain grip and durability in wet conditions. Mizuno does not publicly disclose the composition of this finish, leaving the presence and type of water-resistant chemicals (potentially PFAS-based) unknown to consumers.
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.
Water-resistant coating composition (undisclosed)
Golf gloves require water-repellent coating treatment; Mizuno does not disclose whether this uses PFAS, fluorocarbon, or alternative chemistry. Skin contact during wear and hand perspiration may increase absorption risk if PFAS-based coatings are present.
Azo dyes in synthetic leather coloring
Synthetic leather gloves often use azo dyes for color, which may release carcinogenic amines under certain conditions (e.g., sweat, heat, UV). Mizuno does not specify whether dyes meet REACH or ZDHC restrictions. Risk is low during normal use but not ruled out.
Coating degradation and microparticle release
As the water-resistant finish wears, it may shed small particles into skin contact. No studies on golf-glove coating shedding exist, but synthetic textiles in general can shed fibers and coating fragments under friction and flexing during grip use.
What’s reassuring
Synthetic microfiber off-gassing
Polyurethane and polyester microfiber do not typically release volatile organic compounds (VOCs) or formaldehyde at significant levels after manufacturing, particularly in a thin-walled glove format. No documented issues for this product or material type.
Formaldehyde / VOCs
Some synthetic-leather production uses formaldehyde-based resins for durability bonding. Mizuno's manufacturing standards are not publicly detailed. Residual formaldehyde would typically be low after molding and cure, and washing before use further reduces it.
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The brand's record and disclosure
Mizuno is a Japanese sporting-goods manufacturer with no established public commitment to PFAS phase-out or material transparency for apparel products. The company has not responded to major brand pressure campaigns on per- and polyfluorinated chemical disclosure in footwear and accessories. No recalls or safety controversies specific to this glove model are on record. This silence on chemistry, rather than active harm, is the defining issue.
How it compares in its category
Golf gloves compete primarily on grip, moisture management, and durability. Synthetic-leather gloves dominate the market and typically offer better value and durability than leather alternatives, but nearly all use proprietary water-resistant coatings that are rarely disclosed. Mizuno's JPX is mid-range; premium brands (Titleist, Callaway) and budget brands (Winn) show similarly opaque coating chemistry. Few golf-glove makers currently publish PFAS-free certifications.
If you buy it
Wash the glove separately before first use to reduce any residual coating chemicals. Avoid machine drying and store in a dry environment to extend the water-resistant finish; repeated wetting and sun exposure degrade synthetic coatings over time. Replace when grip degrades or material cracks appear, typically after 6-12 months of regular use. If concerned about PFAS exposure, contact Mizuno directly requesting coating composition; lack of response strengthens the case for switching to a brand with verified PFAS-free claims.
What we don’t know
- Basis
- Model estimate, 45% confidence, not a lab result
- Lab test
- None on record for this exact product
- Brand statement
- Mizuno has made none
Formulations change between production runs, so check the current label. How we grade.
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