TaylorMade · Golf Balls & Equipment
TAYLORMADE MEN RAIN CONTROL 1 PAIR GLOVES Black/Gray / Medium
Golf glove likely treated for water resistance; PFAS undisclosed.
Rain-focused golf glove with synthetic leather and water-repellent treatment designed for wet-weather grip. TaylorMade does not disclose chemical composition or PFAS avoidance.
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Material
Synthetic leather / polyurethane with water-repellent treatment
Brand disclosure
Brand is silent on PFAS
Lab data
No public lab test
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
Golf gloves are typically treated with water-repellent coating coatings; TaylorMade does not disclose whether this is PFAS-based or PFAS-free. Direct skin contact during wear is the primary exposure route. Graded separately as PFAS (20/100).
Source, ATSDR ↗Polyurethane degradation and particle shedding
Synthetic polyurethane gloves degrade with sweat exposure and flexing, releasing microparticles. This is not a chemical toxicity hazard but a mechanical wear issue; replacement every 12-18 months limits chronic exposure.
What’s reassuring
Azo dyes in synthetic leather
No specific azo dye contamination reported in TaylorMade golf gloves. Polyurethane gloves typically use lower-risk colorants than leather, but ingredient disclosure is absent. Risk is theoretical rather than established.
Lead
Black and gray polyurethane gloves could contain metallic pigments, but no contamination incidents or test results for TaylorMade products are on record. Standard industry practice in sports gloves does not typically involve high-risk metals.
Source, ATSDR ↗Formaldehyde / VOCs
Formaldehyde-releasing resins are more common in textile finishes than in polyurethane glove coatings, and no specific testing or reports exist for TaylorMade Rain Control gloves.
Source, ATSDR ↗The full breakdown
What it's made of and why it matters
TaylorMade Rain Control gloves use synthetic polyurethane leather (not animal leather) with an applied water-repellent coating, likely a water-repellent coating (water-repellent coating) treatment. Polyurethane itself is generally stable during normal wear, but the surface treatment is the primary concern since water-resistance coatings historically relied on PFAS chemistry, though modern formulations increasingly use non-fluorinated alternatives. The black/gray coloring introduces potential for azo dyes or heavy metal pigments in the synthetic base, though polyurethane gloves typically use lower-risk dyes than natural leather.
The brand's record and disclosure
TaylorMade does not publicly disclose the chemical composition of glove treatments or certify compliance with restricted substance lists (RSL) such as BLUESIGN or GOTS. The brand has made no public statements about PFAS avoidance or transition to PFAS-free water-repellent coating alternatives in apparel. This silence is consistent with most golf equipment manufacturers, which lag behind outdoor and athletic wear brands in chemical transparency. No recalls or contamination incidents specific to TaylorMade gloves are on record.
How it compares in its category
Rain-control golf gloves inherently carry higher chemical-treatment risk than uncoated synthetic gloves because water resistance requires added coatings. Compared to premium brands like Callaway or Titleist, TaylorMade offers mid-market pricing with similar disclosure gaps. Alternatives include untreated synthetic gloves or leather gloves treated with beeswax or silicone water-repellent coating, though these trade water performance for reduced chemical risk. No major competitor in this category publicly guarantees PFAS-free treatment.
If you buy it
Wash gloves by hand in cool water with mild soap after each use to remove sweat, which accelerates coating breakdown and can increase skin contact with underlying chemicals. Air dry flat or on a glove stretcher; do not machine wash, tumble dry, or expose to direct heat, which degrades polyurethane. Replace gloves every 12-18 months or when the grip surface deteriorates visibly, as degraded coatings may release particles. Store in a breathable bag to prevent moisture entrapment, which promotes mold and accelerates material breakdown.
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
- TaylorMade has made none
Formulations change between production runs, so check the current label. How we grade.
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