Ddh I.c.e. Golf Balls vs Staff Model X Golf Balls: which is safer?

Dunlop Ddh I.c.e. Golf Balls is the clear pick. Wilson Staff Model X Golf Balls carries a failing PFAS grade, and we never recommend buying a failing product.

Our pick

Dunlop Ddh I.c.e. Golf Balls

Dunlop

Ddh I.c.e. Golf Balls

PFAS grade

B 85/100

Overall grade

C 77/100

Verdict

Buy

Hazard flags

⚑ 2

Material

Synthetic rubber and resin core, elastomer cover

Confidence

72%

PossibleElastomer and resin degradation

PossibleMicroplastic shedding

Wilson Staff Model X Golf Balls

Wilson

Staff Model X Golf Balls

PFAS grade

F 40/100

Overall grade

F 14/100

Verdict

Skip

Hazard flags

⚑ 3

Material

Surlyn cover with internal windings, water-resistant treatment

Confidence

35%

LikelyPFAS in water-repellent coatings

PossibleSurlyn cover degradation and leaching

PossibleMicroplastic shedding

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