PowerPro Braid By The Yard
Lower concern, bare braided polyethylene with no known PFAS treatment.
PowerPro Braid is braided polyethylene fishing line with no disclosed surface coatings or treatments. Uncoated polyethylene carries lower PFAS risk.
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Material
braided polyethylene fishing line
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.
Microplastic shedding
Braided polyethylene lines may shed microscopic fibers during use, storage, or cutting. Shed particles are too large to cross the skin barrier and ingestion risk is negligible in typical fishing contexts, but environmental persistence is a concern if line fragments enter waterways.
What’s reassuring
Base material not linked to PFAS
The main material recorded for this product is not one associated with PFAS.
UV degradation byproducts
Polyethylene exposed to prolonged sunlight may undergo photodegradation and release trace organic compounds. No specific hazard data exists for PowerPro Braid; risk is minimal with typical storage and handling.
Lead
Braided fishing lines are sometimes dyed (PowerPro offers multiple colors). No recalls or test reports document heavy metal contamination in this brand's dyes. Regulatory oversight of fishing tackle colorants is minimal.
Source, ATSDR ↗Skin irritation or sensitization
Polyethylene is hypoallergenic and does not release volatile compounds or contact sensitizers under normal use. Mechanical friction or rough edges may cause minor abrasion but no chemical irritation is documented for this material class.
The full breakdown
What it's made of and why it matters
PowerPro Braid is extruded braided polyethylene, a thermoplastic polymer commonly used in fishing line because it resists water absorption and maintains strength when wet. Unlike monofilament or fluorocarbon lines, the braided construction has no coating or resin binder that would introduce additives like plasticizers or flame retardants. The material itself is chemically inert under normal handling and exposure conditions.
The brand's record and disclosure
PowerPro is a legacy fishing-line brand owned by Berkley (Pure Fishing). The brand has no public material safety disclosures, third-party certifications, or documented safety controversies specific to this product line. Fishing tackle is minimally regulated for consumer safety compared to cookware or cosmetics, so independent testing data is sparse.
How it compares in its category
Braided polyethylene lines are industry-standard and among the lowest-additive fishing line options. Monofilament alternatives may contain UV stabilizers or slip agents; fluorocarbon lines often include proprietary coatings. Braided PE avoids these complexity layers, making it one of the simpler material formulations in recreational fishing tackle.
If you buy it
Store in a cool, dry location away from direct sunlight to minimize UV degradation of the polymer. Inspect before use for fraying or weakness, as braided lines can unravel if damaged. Wash hands after extended handling if desired, though dermal absorption risk is negligible. Replace when visual wear or strength loss occurs (typically annually for regular users).
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
- PowerPro has made none
Formulations change between production runs, so check the current label. How we grade.
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