New Nike Dura Feel X Golf Glove LH-S 10299-NIKN1003532-L-S
Golf glove with likely water-repellent coating treatment. PFAS status unclear from Nike.
Golf gloves typically use water-resistant coatings on leather or synthetics. Nike has not publicly disclosed PFAS use or avoidance, and material composition remains unclear without full technical details.
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Material
Leather with moisture-wicking synthetic backing, likely water-repellent coating treated
Lab data
No public lab test
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What New Nike Dura Feel 10299-NIKN1003532-L-S is made of, ingredients and materials
This glove combines genuine leather (palm/grip area) with synthetic moisture-wicking backing, almost certainly polyester or nylon. The leather provides durability and tactile performance for golf, while the synthetic backing manages sweat. The moisture-wicking function typically requires a water-repellent coating (water-repellent coating) finish, most commonly fluorinated compounds (PFAS-based) in leather goods, though some brands have adopted non-fluorinated alternatives. The specific water-repellent coating chemistry Nike used here is not disclosed.
What’s concerning
No PFAS disclosure
No public statement from the brand about PFAS in this product.
Category baseline
The starting point for this type of product, before anything specific to this product is counted.
Waterproof / stain-resistant treatment
Water-repellent coating treatments have historically used PFAS.
PFAS
Leather golf gloves almost always receive a water-repellent coating finish to manage moisture. Nike has not disclosed whether this glove uses fluorinated PFAS-based chemistry or a fluorine-free alternative. Leather is a porous substrate that can absorb and retain treatment chemicals; direct skin contact during extended wear is prolonged, though glove-to-skin migration is lower risk than ingestion or inhalation pathwa
Source, ATSDR ↗Coating degradation and microfiber shedding
As the water-repellent coating and synthetic backing age and flex during grip and swing motions, microscopic particles can shed into sweat or the environment. The glove is a single-use item with a limited lifecycle, so cumulative exposure is not high. Washing accelerates breakdown; see care guidance above.
What’s reassuring
Heavy metals
No reported contamination of Nike golf gloves with lead, chromium, or other heavy metals. Modern leather tanning standards in major brands typically control for these, but independent testing data for this specific product is not available. Risk is low for a glove since contact is external and brief.
Source, FDA ↗Formaldehyde / VOCs
The polyester or nylon backing and any adhesive bonding may contain formaldehyde resins as binders or water-repellent agents. Nike does not disclose resin chemistry. Off-gassing from a single glove during wear is minimal; risk is higher if glove is stored sealed or in high heat. No recalls or complaints are on record.
Source, ATSDR ↗Azo dyes in synthetic backing
Synthetic backing and logo elements may be dyed with azo compounds, some of which are carcinogenic. EU and major US suppliers have largely phased out banned azo dyes, but non-disclosure of dye chemistry in Nike materials prevents verification. Direct skin contact with backing is minimal during normal wear (back of hand).
How is this PFAS grade calculated?
The brand's record and disclosure
Nike has not published a clear, product-level stance on PFAS in apparel or accessories. The company has committed to reducing hazardous chemicals company-wide, but transparency on water-repellent coating treatments in leather goods remains sparse. Nike does not routinely provide water-repellent coating ingredient information to consumers. No major safety recalls or documented contamination issues specific to Nike golf gloves are on public record.
How it compares in its category
Golf gloves are a niche subcategory of apparel with minimal regulatory scrutiny. Most competitors (Titleist, Callaway, TaylorMade) offer similar leather-synthetic blends with undisclosed water-repellent coating treatments. Some premium brands (e.g., Cabretta leather specialists) market fluorine-free alternatives, but these are less common and often more expensive. Nike's glove sits in the mainstream performance segment with typical transparency gaps for the category.
If you buy it
Wear it with dry hands during play; moisture-wicking works best without pre-saturation. Wash gently by hand in cool water with mild soap after heavy use or sweat exposure; avoid hot water or machine washing, which can degrade backing adhesion and accelerate breakdown of any water-repellent coating. Air dry flat. Replace when grip texture flattens or backing separates (typically 12-24 months of regular use). Store in a breathable bag to prevent mildew; do not store in plastic.
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
- Nike has made a specific claim
Formulations change between production runs, so check the current label. How we grade.
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