Breathable Crib Mattress Pad vs Organic Quilted Mattress Protector Pad: which is safer?

These two grade almost identically. Pick on price and preference; neither has a PFAS edge.

Naturepedic Breathable Crib Mattress Pad

Naturepedic

Breathable Crib Mattress Pad

PFAS grade

A 100/100

Overall grade

A 92/100

Verdict

Buy

Hazard flags

⚑ 2

Material

Organic cotton cover, natural latex/polyurethane foam core

Confidence

82%

PossibleVolatile organic compounds (VOCs) from foam core

PossibleLatex allergen exposure

Naturepedic Organic Quilted Mattress Protector Pad

Naturepedic

Organic Quilted Mattress Protector Pad

PFAS grade

A 100/100

Overall grade

A 92/100

Verdict

Buy

Hazard flags

⚑ 2

Material

Organic cotton, polyurethane backing

Confidence

78%

PossibleVOC off-gassing from polyurethane backing

PossiblePolyurethane backing degradation over time

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