Glide wax - basic single layer
Avoid until the brand reveals wax type and PFAS status.
Zeledis keeps wax blend composition secret with no PFAS data disclosed. Glide waxes don't typically need PFAS, but ingredient transparency is impossible.
The better-graded swap
Swix
Swix HF6 Cera Nova High Performance Glide Wax, Blue, 40gm
100/100 safety
Same rubric that flunked this product. The swap earned Excellent.
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Material
Wax blend (composition unspecified)
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.
Unknown / proprietary coating
A coating is recorded with no disclosed chemistry.
Unidentified solvent or additive toxicity
Composition unlabeled; unknown whether wax contains aromatic hydrocarbons, formaldehyde resins, or other volatile compounds that may off-gas or irritate respiratory tract during application.
Inhalation risk during application
Skin sensitization from unknown additives
No fragrance or surfactant disclosure; if wax contains undisclosed dyes, emulsifiers, or antimicrobial agents, skin contact during application or handling may trigger allergic reaction in sensitive users.
PFAS
Brand provides no statement on fluorination; basic glide wax in this price tier may contain fluorocarbons for performance. Risk cannot be ruled out without ingredient confirmation from manufacturer.
Source, ATSDR ↗What’s reassuring
Heavy metals
No recalls or test results on record for Zeledis wax containing lead, cadmium, or antimony. However, budget wax batches occasionally contain contaminants from recycled feedstock; opacity of supply chain prevents verification.
Source, FDA ↗The full breakdown
What it's made of and why it matters
Zeledis does not publicly specify whether this wax is paraffin-based, hydrocarbon, or synthetic blend. Ski wax composition directly affects toxicity risk during application (inhalation near heat) and skin contact. Without ingredient labeling, you cannot assess whether heavy metals, solvents, or banned additives are present. This opacity is unusual even for budget wax brands.
The brand's record and disclosure
Zeledis maintains silent stance on PFAS content and does not publish safety data sheets or third-party certifications for this product. No public recalls or controversy involving Zeledis wax appear in consumer safety databases. However, silence on PFAS in a wax product is a red flag, as ski wax has historically been a source of intentional fluorocarbon addition for glide performance.
How it compares in its category
Budget single-layer glide waxes typically rely on paraffin or recycled hydrocarbon blends with minimal disclosure. Mid-tier brands (Swix, Toko, Rex) publish ingredient breakdowns and PFAS statements. Zeledis appears to undercut on price while offering no transparency, making direct safety comparison impossible. If the wax is paraffin-only, risk is moderate; if fluorinated, risk rises significantly.
If you buy it
Apply in ventilated space and do not inhale fumes during ironing or scraping. Store in cool, dry conditions away from children and pets. Replace when discolored or granular. Do not use on skis intended for young children unless composition is confirmed non-fluorinated. Contact Zeledis directly to request a safety data sheet before purchase if possible.
What we don’t know
- Basis
- Model estimate, 25% 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.
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