Under Armour · Golf Balls & Equipment
Under Armour Men's Drive Tour Golf Glove
High-risk golf glove with unspecified water-repellent finish.
The synthetic leather includes moisture-wicking treatment, but Under Armour provides no public information about PFAS in this product.
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Material
Synthetic leather with moisture-wicking treatment
Brand disclosure
Brand is silent on PFAS
Lab data
No public lab test
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What Under Armour Men's Drive Tour Golf Glove is made of, ingredients and materials
The Drive Tour uses synthetic leather (likely polyurethane or PVC) with a moisture-wicking topical treatment applied to manage sweat during play. Synthetic leather avoids heavy metal risks typical of chrome-tanned genuine leather, but the water-repellent finish is a potential PFAS vector and remains unspecified by Under Armour. The base polymer itself is stable in normal use, but degradation from heat or friction could theoretically liberate additives.
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.
Waterproof / stain-resistant treatment
Water-repellent coating treatments have historically used PFAS.
PFAS
Synthetic leather golf gloves typically rely on water-repellent coating (water-repellent coating) coatings, which have historically used PFAS. Under Armour has not disclosed whether the Drive Tour uses PFAS-free alternatives; direct skin contact during repeated use is a minor but non-negligible exposure route.
Source, ATSDR ↗Durability and degradation of synthetic coating
Repeated friction and moisture exposure can cause synthetic leather and topical treatments to break down over time, potentially releasing additives. Visible cracking or peeling is a signal to replace the glove.
What’s reassuring
Synthetic leather additives and plasticizers
Polyurethane and PVC-based synthetic leathers can contain phthalates or other plasticizers, but no recalls or reports of toxicity from Under Armour golf gloves exist. Standard apparel use does not typically result in measurable migration to skin.
Formaldehyde / VOCs
Formaldehyde-based resins are sometimes used in moisture-wicking or anti-microbial finishes on athletic apparel. No specific formaldehyde hazard has been flagged for this product, but treatment chemistry remains undisclosed.
Source, ATSDR ↗Antimony in polyester (if blended)
If the glove incorporates polyester in backing or lining, antimony trioxide (a catalyst) could be present, though migration during normal skin contact is minimal. No evidence of this in the Drive Tour specifically.
How is this PFAS grade calculated?
The brand's record and disclosure
Under Armour has not published a PFAS-free commitment or detailed material disclosures for apparel accessories as of public record. The company is silent on fluorochemical use in moisture-wicking or water-repellent finishes across its product line. No recalls or regulatory actions specific to Under Armour gloves have been documented, but lack of transparency on treatment chemistry is a notable gap.
How it compares in its category
Golf gloves in this price and performance tier typically use synthetic leather with moisture-management coatings; most competitors (Titleist, Callaway) are similarly opaque about finish chemistry. Premium brands rarely disclose PFAS-free status on apparel accessories. The Drive Tour is middle-of-the-road for transparency and material safety in its category, with no standout safety claims or third-party certifications (e.g., Bluesign, OEKO-TEX).
If you buy it
Wash the glove in cool water with mild soap after each use to reduce residual sweat and potential chemical leaching into skin. Avoid heat (dishwasher, direct sun for extended periods) which could accelerate polymer or coating breakdown. Replace when the grip surface becomes slippery or deteriorates; typical replacement window is 12-18 months of regular play. Store in a dry, cool place to prevent mold growth and material aging.
What is not known about PFAS in this product?
- Basis
- Model estimate, 45% confidence, not a lab result
- Lab test
- None on record for this exact product
- Brand statement
- Under Armour has made none
Formulations change between production runs, so check the current label. How we grade.
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