PUR3 Rain Golf Gloves
Rain gloves likely treated but brand stays silent on PFAS details.
These rain gloves are designed for wet conditions, implying water-repellent coating treatment, but refuses to discuss PFAS or coating chemistry. Waterproof apparel typically raises red flags.
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Material
Synthetic leather or microfiber with water-resistant treatment
Lab data
No public lab test
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What PUR3 Rain Golf Gloves is made of, ingredients and materials
PUR3 Rain Golf Gloves use synthetic microfiber or synthetic leather with a water-resistant topical treatment. The water-resistance almost certainly relies on a fluorochemical finish, as that is the industry standard for performance golf gloves marketed for wet conditions. Microfiber itself is inert polyester, but the applied coating is where chemical risk concentrates. No public testing or ingredient disclosure from exists for this specific glove line.
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
Water-resistant golf gloves almost universally use fluorochemical finishes. The brand does not disclose the specific PFAS compound (PFOA, PFOS, or GenX-class alternative). Skin contact with treated microfiber is low-risk compared to ingestion, but repeated handling and washout over months can release residue.
Source, ATSDR ↗Skin irritation or contact dermatitis from coating or dyes
Individual sensitivity to fluorochemical finishes or synthetic leather dyes varies widely. No adverse event reports specific to PUR3 Rain gloves are publicly available, but glove users with sensitive skin should test fit and wear time before extended play.
What’s reassuring
Azo dyes in synthetic leather or microfiber
No recalls or testing reports exist for PUR3 Rain gloves or typical golf gloves. Microfiber is typically dyed with azo compounds; however, EU and many brand-voluntary restrictions have reduced high-risk amines. Without independent testing, hazard level cannot be confirmed but is not documented as a concern for this product.
Formaldehyde / VOCs
Synthetic microfiber may include trace formaldehyde-based resins in the backing or finish. Golf gloves are typically low-formaldehyde compared to apparel, and no public complaints or recalls for PUR3 or similar gloves are on record.
Source, ATSDR ↗Antimony in polyester microfiber
Antimony is used as a polymerization catalyst in polyester production. Modern golf gloves from major brands generally use antimony levels below regulatory thresholds, and no specific testing or reports for this product exist.
How is this PFAS grade calculated?
The brand's record and disclosure
The brand has not published detailed PFAS policies or restricted fluorochemical use in apparel as of publicly available records. The brand does not disclose water-resistant treatment chemistry on product labels or websites for golf gloves. The brand has faced scrutiny on labor and environmental transparency but not specific chemical hazard communications for performance sportswear. This silence is typical in the golf equipment industry and does not indicate testing, but it does mean you cannot verify what fluorochemical is used.
How it compares in its category
Most rain-rated golf gloves from major brands (Callaway, TaylorMade, FootJoy) rely on similar fluorochemical water-repellent finishes; this product is not an outlier. Non-treated microfiber or leather gloves exist but sacrifice the rain performance that justifies the 'Rain' name. Gloves with PFOA-free or wax-based water treatments are rare in competitive golf and not widely marketed at this price point. In terms of transparency, the brand is typical rather than leading or lagging for this category.
If you buy it
Wash hands after use if the glove surface feels waxy or slick, as this indicates active fluorochemical coating. Avoid exposing the glove to high heat (over 60C/140F) or direct flame, as heating can degrade polymer and coating. Replace when the grip deteriorates or water no longer beads; this usually occurs after 1-2 seasons of regular play. Do not machine wash; hand wash gently with water and mild soap, then air dry to preserve the water-resistant finish.
What is not known about PFAS in this product?
- Basis
- Model estimate, 42% confidence, not a lab result
- Lab test
- None on record for this exact product
- Brand statement
- has made a specific claim
Formulations change between production runs, so check the current label. How we grade.
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