F

Is KONG PFAS-free?

Across 8 graded products, KONG averages F (53/100). On disclosure, the brand says nothing publicly about PFAS. 4 of its products grade C or better. Grades are model-based estimates, not lab results.

Worth buying from KONG C or better, safest first

Kong 4-Sided Cuddler Dog Bed

KONG

4-Sided Cuddler Dog Bed

Polyester/microsuede fabric exterior, foam padding interior

C
F
PFASAll
C · Moderate3 flags

Lower PFAS concern; standard pet bed materials carry minimal legacy risk, but no brand transparency.

Risky category by default

Kong Durable Cuddler Medium Dog Bed

KONG

Durable Cuddler Medium Dog Bed

Polyester/nylon fabric, likely polyurethane foam fill

C
F
PFASAll
C · Moderate3 flags

Lower concern, typical pet bed with no known PFAS triggers, but KONG provides no transparency.

Risky category by default

Kong Durable Lounger Large Dog Bed

KONG

Durable Lounger Large Dog Bed

Polyester cover, foam padding

C
F
PFASAll
C · Moderate3 flags

Lower-concern pet bed; standard materials but no PFAS disclosure from brand.

Risky category by default

Kong Durable Crate Dog Mat

KONG

Durable Crate Dog Mat

Polyester or polyester-blend fabric mat

C
F
PFASAll
C · Moderate3 flags

Lower PFAS concern; standard pet mat with no disclosed chemical treatments, but verify fabric content before purchase.

Risky category by default

Graded and flagged D and F, we’d swap these

KONG Orthopedic Dog Bed Mat

KONG

Orthopedic Dog Bed Mat

Polyurethane foam core, unspecified waterproof/stain-resistant fabric outer coating

F
F · High PFAS

Skip until KONG discloses coating chemistry or third-party tests the product.

Waterproof or stain-proof treatment

Kong Orthopedic Comfort Crate Mat

KONG

Orthopedic Comfort Crate Mat

Foam with polyester fabric cover (likely water-repellent coating-treated)

F
F · High PFAS

Lower PFAS concern likely, but waterproof treatment unconfirmed, check current label.

Waterproof or stain-proof treatment

Kong Fold-Up Dog Travel Mat

KONG

Fold-Up Dog Travel Mat

Polyester with waterproof/water-resistant coating (unspecified)

F
F · High PFAS

Skip until brand discloses coating chemistry, waterproof pet mats commonly use PFAS-based water-repellent coating treatments.

Waterproof or stain-proof treatment

Kong Durable Crate Dog Mat Olive Size: 42"l X 28"w

KONG

Durable Crate Dog Mat Olive Size: 42"l X 28"w

Polyester/nylon blend with unspecified stain/water-resistant coating

F
F · High PFAS

Skip until KONG discloses coating chemistry; pet mats with water-repellent coating treatments commonly contain PFAS.

Waterproof or stain-proof treatment

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