Is Purl PFAS-free?
Across 8 graded products, Purl averages C (79/100). On disclosure, the brand says nothing publicly about PFAS. 6 of its products grade C or better. Grades are model-based estimates, not lab results.
Worth buying from Purl C or better, safest first
Purl
Natural Ski Wax and Snowboard Wax
Natural wax blend, hydrocarbon base
Lower concern; natural wax formulation with PFAS-free positioning.
✓Naturally PFAS-free material
Purl
Eco Ski & Snowboard Wax
hydrocarbon wax blend
Lower concern. Brand claims PFAS-free, wax is inherent low-risk material.
✓Naturally PFAS-free material
Purl
Purple Universal Ski and Snowboard Wax
hydrocarbon wax blend
Ski wax typically lower PFAS risk, but verify with brand directly.
⚠Brand says nothing about PFAS
Purl
Graphite Anti-Static Ski & Snowboard Tuning Wax
Hydrocarbon wax blend, graphite additive
Ski wax unlikely to contain PFAS, but brand makes no disclosure.
⚠Brand says nothing about PFAS
Purl
PRO Ski & Snowboard Wax
Hydrocarbon wax blend
Ski wax typically lower PFAS risk, but brand silent on composition.
⚠Brand says nothing about PFAS
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Extremely Cold Green Ski Wax
Paraffin or hydrocarbon ski wax blend
Ski wax typically lower PFAS risk, but Purl makes no disclosure.
⚠Brand says nothing about PFAS
Graded and flagged D and F, we’d swap these
Purl
PRO Ski & Snowboard Competition Wax
Hydrocarbon ski/snowboard wax blend
PFAS risk unknown; no brand disclosure on wax formulation.
⚠Undisclosed proprietary coating
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All-Temp, Purple Ski Wax & Snowboard Wax - 65 Grams
wax blend, waterproofing treatment
Ski wax likely treated for water resistance; PFAS status undisclosed.
⚠Waterproof or stain-proof treatment
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