Maplus BP1 Med Liquid Wax vs Vola MX-E Wax: which is safer?
Vola MX-E Wax is our pick: better on PFAS and on the overall hazard picture.
Briko-Maplus
Maplus BP1 Med Liquid Wax
PFAS grade
B 85/100
Overall grade
F 55/100
Verdict
Buy with care
Hazard flags
⚑ 4
Material
hydrocarbon wax blend, ski/snowboard base treatment
Confidence
72%
LikelyVolatile Organic Compounds (VOCs) from solvent carriers
PossibleSkin and eye irritation from direct contact
PossibleRespiratory sensitization from repeated inhalation
Our pick
Voelkl
Vola MX-E Wax
PFAS grade
B 85/100
Overall grade
C 71/100
Verdict
Buy
Hazard flags
⚑ 2
Material
hydrocarbon wax blend
Confidence
72%
PossibleInhalation risk (wax dust and volatiles)
ReportedEnvironmental persistence
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