Wilson · Golf Balls & Equipment
Wilson Men's Profile Complete Golf Set
Minimal PFAS risk. No typical coatings requiring forever chemicals.
Steel clubheads, graphite shafts, and rubber grips lack water-resistant or nonstick coatings requiring PFAS. Wilson hasn't disclosed PFAS, but materials carry lower concern.
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Material
Steel clubheads, graphite shafts, rubber grips
Brand disclosure
Brand is silent on PFAS
Lab data
No public lab test
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.
Graphite shaft resin degradation and fiber exposure
Graphite composite shafts are sealed in normal condition, but damage (cracks, splintering) could theoretically expose resin or fibers. Risk is low if clubs are maintained and replaced before structural failure, and exposure would be incidental hand contact, not ingestion.
Rubber grip deterioration and skin contact
Synthetic rubber grips can degrade over 5-10 years, becoming tacky, discolored, or cracked. Aged rubber may release low levels of volatile compounds or trigger contact dermatitis in sensitive users. Regular replacement mitigates this.
Nickel or chromium sensitivity from steel clubheads
Steel alloys in clubheads may contain nickel or chromium, which can trigger contact dermatitis in sensitive individuals during prolonged grip contact. This is a material property of steel golf clubs across all brands, not specific to Wilson.
What’s reassuring
Base material not linked to PFAS
The main material recorded for this product is not one associated with PFAS.
Lead
Stainless steel clubheads are not typically leaded; no recalls or test results indicate heavy metal contamination in Wilson Profile sets. Standard golf club manufacturing does not involve lead solder or cadmium plating.
Source, ATSDR ↗Volatile organic compound (VOC) off-gassing from resin or adhesives
New graphite and rubber components may emit low levels of VOCs during first weeks of use, but no documented health incidents or formal complaints are on record for Wilson golf club sets. Ventilation and use outdoors (as intended) minimizes any exposure.
The full breakdown
What it's made of and why it matters
Wilson Profile Complete sets use steel clubheads (typically stainless or carbon steel alloys), graphite composite shafts, and synthetic rubber grips. Steel is inert and does not leach chemicals during normal use. Graphite shafts are composite materials (graphite fibers in resin matrix) but are sealed and not in contact with food or skin in a way that would trigger leaching. Rubber grips may contain synthetic polymers and curing agents, but they are exterior-facing, non-ingestion contact only.
The brand's record and disclosure
Wilson, owned by Amer Sports, does not maintain public transparency specifically about chemical composition in golf club materials. No major recalls, REACH violations, or lead/heavy metal contamination cases are on record for Wilson golf club sets. The brand is not known for formal third-party certifications in sports equipment (e.g., no NSF or CPSIA claims for golf clubs, which fall outside strict consumer product regulations in most jurisdictions).
How it compares in its category
Golf clubs as a category carry minimal chemical hazard compared to cookware, textiles, or cosmetics because they are non-food-contact, non-absorbent-skin-contact items with long replacement cycles. Steel and graphite equipment is standard across the industry (Callaway, Titleist, TaylorMade). The Profile set's mixed-material construction is typical; no material choice here deviates toward higher-risk alternatives.
If you buy it
Store clubs in a dry location to prevent corrosion of steel clubheads and degradation of grip material; moisture can cause rubber to crack or harbor mold over years of use. Replace grips every 3-5 years or when they become slick, cracked, or discolored, as deterioration affects playability and hygiene. Avoid prolonged exposure to extreme heat (e.g., closed car trunks in summer) as this can soften resin bonds in graphite shafts; cool, moderate storage extends equipment life.
What we don’t know
- Basis
- Model estimate, 78% confidence, not a lab result
- Lab test
- None on record for this exact product
- Brand statement
- Wilson has made none
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