Nike Men's Dura Feel X Golf Glove
Golf glove likely water-repellent coating-treated; Nike silent on PFAS composition.
Nike's Dura Feel X glove uses synthetic materials with water-resistant coating, typical of performance golf gloves. No public PFAS disclosure or testing is available; water-repellent coating treatment may contain legacy PFAS, but no confirmed data exists.
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Material
synthetic leather/microfiber with water-resistant coating
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.
Waterproof / stain-resistant treatment
Water-repellent coating treatments have historically used PFAS.
PFAS
Golf glove water repellency nearly always relies on fluorinated compounds. Nike does not disclose the agent; migration to skin or sweat is possible, especially with coating wear or washing.
Source, ATSDR ↗Formaldehyde / VOCs
Microfiber polyurethane and glove seam adhesives may contain formaldehyde releasers as preservatives or cross-linkers. No published test data for this specific model; risk is typical of the material class.
Source, ATSDR ↗Azo dyes in synthetic leather or stitching
Synthetic leather dyes can include restricted azo compounds that cleave to release carcinogens under sweat and UV exposure. Nike factories are subject to wastewater restrictions but product composition is not independently verified.
Coating degradation and particulate shedding
Repeated washing or abrasion may cause the water-repellent coating to flake or shed microparticles. The composition of shed material is unknown and could include PFAS residues or adhesive components.
What’s reassuring
Fragrance or antimicrobial treatments
No evidence of added fragrance or antimicrobial finishes in public records for this model. Standard microfiber synthetics do not require these treatments for glove function.
The full breakdown
What it's made of and why it matters
The Dura Feel X uses synthetic leather (microfiber polyurethane or similar) with a water-resistant topcoat, typical for premium golf gloves. Microfiber synthetics avoid heavy metal risks present in some chrome-tanned natural leathers, but the water-resistant finish almost certainly contains fluorinated compounds (PFAS family) to repel moisture. Nike does not publicly disclose the specific water-repellent coating chemistry, leaving durability and leaching potential unclear after washing or extended use.
The brand's record and disclosure
Nike has faced sustained pressure on PFAS in apparel and footwear but does not publish ingredient lists or water-repellent coating agent composition for most products. The brand has committed to reducing PFAS in manufacturing by 2025 but has not committed to full elimination or transparency on existing inventory. No major recall or contamination incident is on public record for this specific glove model.
How it compares in its category
Golf gloves with synthetic leather and water-repellent coating coatings are industry standard; this product is mid-to-premium tier. Uncoated microfiber or wool alternatives exist but offer less water resistance. Natural leather gloves avoid synthetic coating chemistry but carry tanning chemical risks. The Dura Feel X sits in the mainstream safety range for performance golf wear, neither unusually hazardous nor exceptionally transparent.
If you buy it
Wash by hand in cool water rather than machine washing to reduce coating degradation and potential leaching. Avoid high heat and direct sunlight during drying; air dry flat. Replace the glove if the water-resistant finish noticeably deteriorates (beading effect fades) or after 2-3 seasons of regular use. Store in a cool, dry place away from solvents or detergent concentrates that could accelerate coating breakdown.
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
- Nike has made none
Formulations change between production runs, so check the current label. How we grade.
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