Maplus 40.60 SM Base Solid World Cup Reserved ski wax vs Basewax: which is safer?
Start Basewax is our pick: better on PFAS and on the overall hazard picture.
Briko-Maplus
Maplus 40.60 SM Base Solid World Cup Reserved ski wax
PFAS grade
B 85/100
Overall grade
C 77/100
Verdict
Buy
Hazard flags
⚑ 2
Material
Hydrocarbon wax base (paraffin-derived solid wax)
Confidence
72%
PossibleVolatile organic compounds (VOCs) during hot-application
PossibleAdditives and colorants (unspecified)
Our pick
Start
Basewax
PFAS grade
A 100/100
Overall grade
A 92/100
Verdict
Buy
Hazard flags
⚑ 2
Material
Wax-based product (beeswax, plant waxes, or mineral wax blend)
Confidence
70%
PossibleVolatile organic compounds (VOC) from heating
PossibleSkin irritation or allergic sensitization
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