PFAS85/ 100Excellent
Overall69/ 100Good
Rex Glider

Rex · Ski & Sports Wax

Rex Glider

Excellent

Insufficient product information to assess PFAS risk.

Verdict · Buy with careUnknown material composition and silent brand stance on chemical safety limit confidence; use with caution pending clarification.

This product is too vague to evaluate. Material composition and manufacturing details are unavailable from public sources. Contact the brand directly for PFAS disclosure.

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We flunk more products than we pass. This one earned its grade. How we grade

Material

Unknown, likely composite or plastic base

Brand disclosure

Brand is silent on PFAS

Lab data

No public lab test

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What Rex Glider is made of, ingredients and materials

Rex Glider's material composition is not publicly specified, making chemical hazard assessment difficult. If the base is PVC or soft plastic, plasticizers and off-gassing become concerns. If it is foam or composite, flame retardants and volatile organic compounds (VOCs) may be present. Without manufacturer disclosure, you cannot verify safety certifications or material sourcing.

What’s concerning

♾️

Category baseline

The starting point for this type of product, before anything specific to this product is counted.

90/ 100
♾️

No PFAS disclosure

No public statement from the brand about PFAS in this product.

85/ 100
⛏️

Plasticizer leaching (if PVC or soft plastic base)

Unknown plastic composition means phthalates or BPA cannot be ruled out. Soft plastics degrade and leach more readily in warm conditions or with prolonged contact.

70/ 100
💨

Volatile organic compound (VOC) off-gassing

Composite or foam-based gliders commonly release formaldehyde and other VOCs during manufacturing and early use. No emissions standard or test result is on record for this product.

70/ 100
🔥

Flame retardants

If the glider contains polyurethane foam, brominated or phosphorus-based flame retardants may be present depending on jurisdiction and supplier. Rex does not disclose flame retardant chemistry.

Source, EPA ↗
70/ 100
⏳

Coating or finish degradation over time

Unknown surface finishes may chip, peel, or degrade, potentially releasing paint or adhesive constituents. No durability or finish safety data is publicly available.

70/ 100

What’s reassuring

✅

Base material not linked to PFAS

The main material recorded for this product is not one associated with PFAS.

100/ 100
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Lead

No recalls or reports of heavy metal contamination in Rex Glider products are documented. However, absence of evidence is not confirmation; unverified imports carry latent risk if standards compliance is not audited.

Source, ATSDR ↗
95/ 100

How is this PFAS grade calculated?

The brand's record and disclosure

Rex does not publish detailed material safety data, ingredient lists, or chemical compliance statements on this product. No third-party certifications (e.g., Oeko-Tex, GREENGUARD, CE mark compliance details) are available on record. The brand's silence on PFAS and broader chemical safety is consistent with smaller or regional manufacturers that do not prioritize transparency.

How it compares in its category

Without knowing the exact product category (furniture component, sporting good, toy, or other), direct comparison is limited. Gliders typically use foam cushioning, wood or metal frames, and plastic or fabric covers; Rex's version lacks public detail on all three. Competitors in similar categories often disclose material safety or hold certifications Rex does not advertise.

If you buy it

Request a safety data sheet (SDS) or material composition document from the manufacturer before purchase. Air the product in a well-ventilated space for 48-72 hours if odor is present, indicating off-gassing. Avoid prolonged contact with skin, especially for children. Contact Rex directly to confirm absence of prohibited chemicals (lead, cadmium, phthalates) rather than assuming compliance.

What is not known about PFAS in this product?

Basis
Model estimate, 25% confidence, not a lab result
Lab test
None on record for this exact product
Brand statement
Rex has made none

Formulations change between production runs, so check the current label. How we grade.

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