Is Asics PFAS-free?
Across 16 graded products, Asics averages F (54/100). On disclosure, the brand says nothing publicly about PFAS. None of its products grade C or better yet. Grades are model-based estimates, not lab results.
Graded and flagged D and F, we’d swap these
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Performance Sockliner
Textile blend with cushioning foam
No PFAS red flags identified.
⚠Risky category by default
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Performance Insoles 1173a029 - 001 Standard Black White S-o Size
EVA foam, synthetic textile upper
Lower concern. Standard foam insole with no known PFAS-prone features.
⚠Risky category by default
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Ortholite Liner Inserts Women/Men's Replacement Insoles
Ortholite foam cushioning, polyurethane or EVA foam base
Lower concern. Standard foam insole with no known PFAS triggers identified.
⚠Risky category by default
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Shoes | Asics Gel Replacement Insoles Women Size 8.5 New - Can Be Cut Smaller | Color: Black | Size: 8.5
Gel polymer foam insole, composition unspecified by brand
Low PFAS risk likely, but Asics discloses nothing about insole formulation.
⚠Risky category by default
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Insoles Replacement Shoes Performance Sockliner Extra Wide Men
Foam cushioning, textile sockliner
Lower concern; basic insole foam typically PFAS-free.
⚠Risky category by default
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Aovoto Insoles for Asics Sneakers, Replacement EVA Running Inner Footwear Inserts for Men's Comfortable Light-Weight and
EVA foam
EVA foam insoles, lower PFAS concern.
⚠Risky category by default
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Gel Resolution Replacement Insoles Men’s Size 10.5 Tennis Shoe
Gel cushioning foam, fabric, synthetic rubber
Lower concern. Standard insole materials rarely treated with PFAS.
⚠Risky category by default
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Underwear & Socks | Asics Insole Performance Sockliner Black/White Size Small | Color: Black | Size: S
Textile blend (socks/sockliner), likely polyester/nylon/elastane
Lower concern; standard sports socks lack typical PFAS-triggers.
⚠Risky category by default
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Men's Match 7 Inch Tennis Shorts
Polyester mesh and nylon, no waterproof treatment specified
Lower concern; basic athletic shorts without water-repellent coating.
⚠Risky category by default
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Men's PR LYTE Shorts
Polyester mesh and knit, no disclosed water-resistant treatment
Lower concern shorts, basic athletic polyester without waterproofing.
⚠Risky category by default
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Icon Shorts Men
polyester/nylon blend athletic fabric
Lower concern shorts; no high-risk coatings identified.
⚠Risky category by default
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Men's COMFORT CORE STRETCH Shorts
polyester blend stretch knit, no reported water-repellent treatment
Lower concern; basic athletic shorts with no water-repellent coating or stain treatment disclosed.
⚠Risky category by default
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Men's PR Lyte 5in Running Short
Polyester with water-repellent coating finish
Skip until ASICS discloses water-repellent coating chemistry or certifies PFAS-free.
⚠Waterproof or stain-proof treatment
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Men's Dry Knit Shorts
polyester knit with water-repellent coating finish
Polyester shorts with water-repellent coating; ASICS silent on PFAS.
⚠Waterproof or stain-proof treatment
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Men's 7IN 2 In 1 Short
Polyester/nylon blend with water-repellent coating finish
Skip until ASICS discloses water-repellent coating chemistry or provides test results.
⚠Waterproof or stain-proof treatment
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Men's 5IN PR Lyte Short 2.0
polyester blend with water-repellent coating finish
Unknown water-repellent coating treatment; ASICS has not disclosed PFAS use.
⚠Waterproof or stain-proof treatment
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