Remind · Synthetic Athletic Insoles & Orthotics
Remind Insoles 8-8.5
Lower concern, but no public PFAS disclosure from brand.
Remind insoles are foam cushioning products without obvious water-resistant coatings. The brand makes no PFAS claims; standard foam and textile have inherently lower PFAS risk, though some cushioning foams may contain legacy PFAS.
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Material
foam/cushioning with textile upper
Brand disclosure
Brand is silent on PFAS
Lab data
No public lab test
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What Remind Insoles 8-8.5 is made of, ingredients and materials
Remind insoles use closed-cell foam cushioning (typically EVA or polyurethane) bonded to a textile upper layer. EVA and polyurethane foams are chemically stable in finished form and do not typically leach concerning compounds during normal foot contact at body temperature. The textile covering may use dyes and finishing agents, but insoles sit inside shoes away from skin contact, limiting exposure risk compared to direct-wear apparel.
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.
Formaldehyde / VOCs
Textile uppers may use formaldehyde-based resins for water resistance or wrinkle resistance. Insoles sit inside shoes away from skin, minimizing inhalation or direct absorption risk, but off-gassing is possible in warm, enclosed foot environments.
Source, ATSDR ↗Azo dyes in textile upper
Textile covering may use azo dyes, which can release aromatic amines. Limited skin contact inside a shoe reduces exposure, but sweat can increase dye migration slightly.
Microplastics
EVA and polyurethane foam can fragment with mechanical wear over time, particularly at flexion points. Shed microparticles are confined to the shoe environment but could be inhaled if insole crumbles significantly.
Source, EPA ↗What’s reassuring
Base material not linked to PFAS
The main material recorded for this product is not one associated with PFAS.
Adhesive leachables
Bonding agents between foam and textile are not disclosed. No recalls or contamination reports exist for Remind insoles; typical shoe-industry adhesives are stable under normal foot-temperature and moisture conditions.
Heavy metals
No testing data or incidents on record for Remind insoles. Lead, cadmium, or chromium contamination is uncommon in modern foam-insole dyes, though overseas manufacturing without third-party oversight carries theoretical risk.
Source, FDA ↗The full breakdown
The brand's record and disclosure
Remind does not publicly disclose material sourcing, flame retardant use, or PFAS testing on their website or product pages. The brand has no known product recalls or safety controversies on record. The lack of transparency is typical for mid-market footwear accessory brands and does not indicate a safety failure, only a communications gap.
How it compares in its category
Insoles are lower-risk products than apparel because they avoid skin-contact dye exposure and loose fiber shedding. Foam-based insoles carry less microplastic release risk than synthetic rubber or plastic alternatives when not exposed to high heat. Remind's construction is comparable to mainstream competitors (Superfeet, Powerstep) in material simplicity and lack of chemical disclosure.
If you buy it
Store insoles in a dry environment away from direct sunlight or heat sources above 140°F to prevent foam degradation. Replace when foam compresses noticeably or loses cushioning (typically 6-12 months depending on use). Wash textile surfaces with lukewarm water and air-dry; avoid machine washing or prolonged moisture, which can degrade adhesives. Monitor feet for any irritation; discontinue if unexplained rash develops within the first week of use.
What we don’t know
- Basis
- Model estimate, 68% confidence, not a lab result
- Lab test
- None on record for this exact product
- Brand statement
- Remind has made none
Formulations change between production runs, so check the current label. How we grade.
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