All Sport Artificial Grass Turf Roll
Wait due to lack of transparency on treatments and coatings.
Artificial turf rolls commonly contain PFAS in coatings and infills, though specifics here are undisclosed. No public lab testing or certifications exist for this brand.
The safe swap
AstroTurf
SeeGreen 5 ft. W X 7 ft. L Green Polypropylene Astroturf
85/100 safety
Same rubric that flunked this product. The swap earned Excellent.
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Material
Polyethylene-based synthetic turf with unknown infill/coating treatments
Brand disclosure
Brand is silent on PFAS
Lab data
No public lab test
What’s concerning
Unknown / proprietary coating
Has a special coating but the exact formula is secret.
Category baseline
PFAS exposure happens more often with clothing products.
No PFAS disclosure
The company has not publicly discussed PFAS in this product.
Infill composition uncertainty
Rubber crumb infill (common in budget synthetic turf) may contain heavy metals (zinc, lead) from tire recycling or undisclosed flame retardants; silica sand infill poses inhalation risk during installation if not wetted. Sportmaster does not publicly declare infill type or sourcing for this product.
VOC off-gassing and odor
Polyethylene turf can release volatile organic compounds during manufacturing and under prolonged UV or heat exposure. No emissions testing data is publicly available for All Sport turf; odor complaints are common in first months of installation but typically diminish as surface cures.
Microfragment shedding
All synthetic turf products shed microfibers and infill particles over time, particularly in high-traffic areas. These fragments can accumulate in soil and water runoff; no product-specific shedding rates are documented, but the issue is broadly recognized in the synthetic turf industry.
Bacterial and mold growth
Synthetic turf in humid or shaded environments can harbor mold, algae, and bacteria in the infill and backing. Sportmaster provides no guidance on antimicrobial treatments or maintenance schedules to prevent colonization. Regular cleaning and drainage maintenance are essential but not detailed in available product literature.
What’s reassuring
Heavy metals
Polyethylene backing itself does not typically contain lead or cadmium; however, adhesives used to seam rolls or bond infill may contain heavy metals depending on formulation. No test data or ingredient disclosure is available for this product line.
Source: FDA ↗The full breakdown
What it's made of and why it matters
All Sport turf is polyethylene-based synthetic fiber, a relatively inert plastic polymer. The hazard profile depends critically on infill material (often silica sand, rubber crumb, or cork) and any surface coatings or UV stabilizers applied during manufacture. Sportmaster's product documentation does not publicly specify infill composition or coating chemistry, which prevents full safety assessment. Polyethylene itself does not off-gas formaldehyde or VOCs significantly at room temperature, but degradation under UV or heat can release volatile compounds over years of outdoor exposure.
The brand's record and disclosure
Sportmaster has not published material safety data sheets (MSDS), chemical ingredient lists, or third-party certifications for this product in widely accessible sources. No established safety controversies or recalls are documented for this specific product line. The brand's silence on PFAS treatment, flame retardant use, and infill sourcing is a transparency red flag common among mid-tier turf suppliers. Without certification (e.g., ISO 20344 for sports surfaces or independent lab testing), claims about safety cannot be independently verified.
How it compares in its category
Synthetic turf products vary widely in safety rigor; premium brands (like some European suppliers) offer PFAS-free infill and disclosed coating systems, while many budget and mid-market suppliers do not disclose these details. All Sport sits in the mid-market tier where disclosure is inconsistent. Natural grass alternatives eliminate infill and coating hazards entirely but require more maintenance. The lack of third-party certification or public safety data puts this product below brands with transparent supply chains.
If you buy it
Request infill composition and any surface treatments in writing from Sportmaster before installation; if they cannot specify, assume worst-case infill (virgin or recycled rubber crumb, which may contain undisclosed flame retardants or heavy metals). Install only in well-ventilated areas away from drinking water sources and children's frequent contact zones if infill is rubber-based. Inspect annually for fiber degradation, mold growth, or off-gassing odors, especially after heat exposure (>140F). Plan replacement every 8-10 years depending on UV exposure and foot traffic; remove and properly dispose of infill separately from the turf backing.
What we don’t know
- Basis
- Model estimate, 35% confidence, not a lab result
- Lab test
- None on record for this exact product
- Brand statement
- has made none
Formulations change between production runs, so check the current label. How we grade.
Safer alternatives in Artificial Turf
AstroTurf
SeeGreen 5 ft. W X 7 ft. L Green Polypropylene Astroturf
Polypropylene (PP) astroturf
VOC off-gassing from polyurethane or latex adhesive
Limited concern
Polypropylene UV degradation and microplastic shedding
High concern
Backing adhesive failure and fiber separation
Moderate concern
Infill contamination (if rubber granules used)
Limited concern
Lower concern; polypropylene rarely requires PFAS, but no brand disclosure on treatments.
⚠Brand says nothing about PFAS
AstroTurf
LITA ECO Ultra Thick Cut to Length
Synthetic turf fibers (polyethylene/polypropylene backing)
PFAS
Limited concern
Microplastic shedding from fibers
Moderate concern
Leaching from backing polymers or adhesives
Limited concern
Infill contamination (if sand or crumb used)
Limited concern
Wait for brand to disclose turf composition; synthetic turf historically may use PFAS.
⚠Brand says nothing about PFAS
Sportmaster
Multi Sport Turf
synthetic turf (polyethylene/polypropylene fibers, infill material unspecified)
Heavy metals
Limited concern
Undisclosed infill composition and leachates
Moderate concern
Fiber degradation and microplastic generation
Limited concern
Volatile organic compound off-gassing during installation
Limited concern
Insufficient brand disclosure.
⚠Risky category by default
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