Incontinence Pads, ranked by PFAS safety
105 products graded A to F, safest first. 9 earn a C or better and are worth buying.
Buyer’s guide
What to look for in incontinence pads, and which brands grade best and worst
Bad · Better · Best incontinence pads
The quickest read: what to skip and the top-graded picks worth buying instead.
Cantel Medical
Cardinal Health Premium Disposable Underpad for Repositioning 30 x 36
Skip until waterproofing method is disclosed, typical underpads use water-repellent coating treatments that may contain PFAS.
Bamboo Nature
Organic Bamboo Incontinence Pads - White
Lower-concern option; bamboo fibers naturally avoid PFAS, but waterproof backing composition remains undisclosed.
Worth buying graded C or better, safest first
Bamboo Nature
Eco by Naty Naty Incontinence Pads
Bamboo-derived viscose, cotton, plant-based absorbent core
Lower PFAS concern; natural materials and third-party certification support safety, but no explicit brand PFAS statement.
✓Verified PFAS-free by a third party
Tranquility
Personal Care Pads
Cellulose and cotton-based absorbent core with polymer backsheet
Lower concern, period pads lack typical PFAS applications, but brand transparency on materials would raise confidence.
⚠Risky category by default
Northshore
Premium 36
Cellulose, SAP, PE backing
Lower concern; standard absorbent hygiene product without known PFAS-prone features.
⚠Risky category by default
Northshore
DoubleStop Male Guards
Absorbent core with polymer layers; unclear outer coating
Insufficient transparency; period-care products rarely disclose water-resistant treatments that may contain PFAS.
⚠Risky category by default
Bamboo Nature
Organic Bamboo Incontinence Pads - White
Bamboo fiber, cellulose, absorbent core (composition unspecified)
Lower-concern option; bamboo fibers naturally avoid PFAS, but waterproof backing composition remains undisclosed.
⚠Risky category by default
Bamboo Nature
Bambo Nature Changing Mats
Bamboo fiber core, likely cotton or viscose facing
Lower PFAS concern for a simple absorbent textile product; brand silence is typical for this category.
⚠Risky category by default
Bamboo Nature
Organic Bamboo Incontinence Pads - White Dinosaur
Organic bamboo fiber with absorbent core
Lower PFAS concern, bamboo and absorbent materials rarely require fluorochemical treatment, but no brand disclosure to verify.
⚠Risky category by default
Bamboo Nature
Adult Bamboo Booster Pads
Bamboo fibers, cellulose core, likely cotton or synthetic topsheet
Lower PFAS concern, but manufacturer silence leaves room for uncertainty.
⚠Risky category by default
Bamboo Nature
5pcs Bamboo Charcoal Washable Incontinence Pads
bamboo charcoal textile, washable cotton-blend absorbent layer
Lower PFAS concern; washable absorbent pads typically avoid water-repellent coating coatings, but verify materials with vendor.
⚠Risky category by default
Graded and flagged D and F, we’d swap these
Depend
Shields Incontinence Pads for Men
Absorbent core (wood pulp, SAP), non-woven layers, polyethylene backing/waterproof barrier
Waterproof incontinence pads carry moderate PFAS concern due to liquid barriers; Depend discloses nothing.
⚠Waterproof or stain-proof treatment
Depend
Disposable Bladder Control Pad 35641
Cellulose, superabsorbent polymer (SAP), synthetic waterproof backing layer (unspecified)
Skip until Depend discloses waterproof backing composition; incontinence pads commonly use PFAS-treated films.
⚠Waterproof or stain-proof treatment
Depend
Guards Incontinence Pads for Men
Absorbent core (likely cellulose/fluff pulp), plastic backing film with moisture-barrier coating
Incontinence pads require waterproofing, likely source of concern; no brand disclosure about PFAS; skip if PFAS-free alternatives exist.
⚠Waterproof or stain-proof treatment
Tena
Women's Ultimate Pads
Cellulose/nonwoven blend with unspecified waterproof coating
Skip until Tena discloses coating chemistry; waterproof pads commonly use PFAS-based water-repellent coating treatments.
⚠Waterproof or stain-proof treatment
Tena
Sensitive Care Ultra InstaDry Pads
Cellulose core with synthetic absorbent layers and waterproof backing
Skip until Tena discloses waterproofing chemistry or achieves PFAS-free certification.
⚠Waterproof or stain-proof treatment
Tena
Serenity Overnight Ultimate Pads
Cellulose, SAP (superabsorbent polymer), polyethylene backsheet with moisture barrier
Lower PFAS risk than apparel, but Tena's moisture-barrier backsheet warrants caution, brand transparency needed.
⚠Waterproof or stain-proof treatment
Pampers Swaddlers Overnights
Pampers Diapers Swaddlers
Cellulose/polypropylene core with waterproof outer layer (unspecified composition)
Insufficient transparency on waterproof coatings, skip until clarification or choose verified alternatives.
⚠Waterproof or stain-proof treatment
Pampers Swaddlers Overnights
Pampers Swaddlers Overnight Diapers
Cellulose, polypropylene, superabsorbent polymer with wetness-lock coating
PFAS concern unresolved; Pampers does not disclose coating chemistry for wetness barriers.
⚠Waterproof or stain-proof treatment
Pampers Swaddlers Overnights
Pampers Swaddlers Ultra Diapers
absorbent core with synthetic polymers; waterproof back sheet (unspecified composition)
Skip until Pampers discloses waterproof layer composition, diaper back sheets are a known PFAS concern.
⚠Waterproof or stain-proof treatment
Cantel Medical
Attends Guards For Men
Absorbent core with waterproof backing layer (composition unspecified)
Incontinence guards often use waterproof coatings; Cantel Medical does not disclose PFAS status, skip until transparency improves.
⚠Waterproof or stain-proof treatment
Always Discreet
Incontinence Pads
cellulose/nonwoven blend with unspecified waterproof/absorbent coating
Skip or contact brand directly, incontinence pads need waterproofing but Always Discreet won't disclose coating chemistry.
⚠Waterproof or stain-proof treatment
Always Discreet
Women's Ultimate Extra Long Incontinence Pads
nonwoven absorbent core with moisture-barrier film (composition unspecified)
Skip until brand discloses waterproof film chemistry; PFAS risk unresolved.
⚠Waterproof or stain-proof treatment
Always Discreet
Moderate Incontinence Pads
Nonwoven cellulose/polypropylene with waterproofing layer
Moderate PFAS risk due to waterproofing function; no public disclosure from brand.
⚠Waterproof or stain-proof treatment
Always Discreet
Incontinence Liners
nonwoven fibrous core with waterproof backing layer (unspecified coating)
Skip until composition disclosed, absorbent incontinence products commonly use waterproof coatings that may contain PFAS.
⚠Waterproof or stain-proof treatment
Always Discreet
Sensitive Skin Incontinence Pads
Nonwoven layers, absorbent core, waterproof backing (composition unspecified)
Incontinence pads require waterproofing; Always Discreet does not disclose PFAS status, skip if PFAS concern is priority.
⚠Waterproof or stain-proof treatment
Always Discreet
Boutique Incontinence Pads
Absorbent core, synthetic backing with waterproof coating (unspecified)
Skip until brand discloses waterproof coating composition or third-party testing.
⚠Waterproof or stain-proof treatment
Always Discreet
Heavy Long Incontinence Pads
nonwoven cellulose layers with unspecified water-repellent coating
Skip until brand discloses coating chemistry or pursue PFAS-tested alternatives.
⚠Waterproof or stain-proof treatment
Always Discreet
Postpartum Incontinence Pads
Nonwoven layers with waterproof/moisture-barrier coating (unspecified chemistry)
Skip or contact Procter & Gamble directly, waterproof incontinence pads commonly use PFAS-based water barriers, but Always Discreet makes no public disclosure.
⚠Waterproof or stain-proof treatment
Prevail
Bladder Control Pad
Cellulose, SAP, elastic, nonwoven blend with moisture-barrier coating (unspecified)
Incontinence pads carry modest waterproofing risk; Prevail discloses nothing, request their PFAS testing.
⚠Waterproof or stain-proof treatment
Prevail
Bladder Control Pads Ultimate
nonwoven cellulose/polymer blend with waterproof backing
Incontinence pads often use water-resistant coatings; Prevail discloses nothing about PFAS, flag for direct inquiry before purchase.
⚠Waterproof or stain-proof treatment
Prevail
Bladder Control Pads
Absorbent core, outer waterproof backing (unspecified polymer)
Skip until Prevail discloses waterproof backing materials or offers PFAS-free verification.
⚠Waterproof or stain-proof treatment
Prevail
Incontinence Bladder Control Pads for Women
Absorbent core with unspecified waterproof backing layer
Skip until brand discloses waterproof coating chemistry; incontinence pads often use PFAS-based moisture barriers.
⚠Waterproof or stain-proof treatment
Prevail
Daily Pads Ultimate Bladder Control Pad
Absorbent core, polyethylene backsheet with waterproof coating (unspecified)
Waterproof incontinence pads often contain PFAS coatings; Prevail does not disclose, ask them directly before buying.
⚠Waterproof or stain-proof treatment
Prevail
Daily Pads Bladder Control Pad BC-013
Nonwoven/cellulose core with unspecified waterproof backing coating
Skip until waterproof coating is disclosed, bladder pads typically use water-repellent coating treatments that may contain PFAS.
⚠Waterproof or stain-proof treatment
Prevail
Incontinence Bladder Control Pads for Women, Low Absorbency, Regular Length, 20 count
cellulose-based absorbent core; waterproof backing layer (composition unspecified)
Skip until transparency improves; incontinence pads often use waterproof backings that may contain PFAS, and Prevail provides no disclosure.
⚠Waterproof or stain-proof treatment
Prevail
Incontinence Bladder Control Pads
nonwoven cellulose, superabsorbent polymer (SAP), waterproof backing (polymer unspecified)
Skip until manufacturer discloses waterproof backing composition, incontinence pads commonly use PFAS-treated films.
⚠Waterproof or stain-proof treatment
Aeroflow
TENA Air Flow Disposable Underpad
cellulose/polymer core with waterproof backing layer (type unspecified)
Skip until brand discloses waterproof coating chemistry; PFAS risk unquantified.
⚠Waterproof or stain-proof treatment
Aeroflow
Tena Air Flow Underpads, Heavy Absorbency, 23 Inches x 36 Inches, 60 Count, Size: 23 x 36
Cellulose core with waterproof backing layer (composition unspecified)
Skip until waterproof backing is disclosed, PFAS risk in underpads is real but unconfirmed here.
⚠Waterproof or stain-proof treatment
Aeroflow
TENA Air Flow - Disposable Bed Pads Bag of 10
cellulose/polymer blend with moisture-barrier coating (unspecified)
Skip until waterproof coating is disclosed, likely PFAS-treated.
⚠Waterproof or stain-proof treatment
Aeroflow
TENA Air Flow Underpads 4 Pack / 40
Absorbent core, synthetic polymer backing with waterproof layer
Skip until transparency improves, waterproof underpads carry PFAS risk but brand discloses nothing.
⚠Waterproof or stain-proof treatment
Aeroflow
TENA Air Flow Underpads, Package
Cellulose core with waterproof backing layer (unspecified polymer)
Skip or contact manufacturer, waterproof underpads often use PFAS-based treatments, but Aeroflow/TENA disclose nothing.
⚠Waterproof or stain-proof treatment
Aeroflow
TENA Air Flow Underpad 23" x 36"
Cellulose/nonwoven with waterproof backing layer (unspecified polymer)
Skip until brand discloses waterproof backing chemistry; incontinence pads often use PFAS-based water-barrier coatings.
⚠Waterproof or stain-proof treatment
Aeroflow
Tena Air Flow Underpad
Absorbent core with waterproof plastic backing layer (composition unspecified)
Skip until Aeroflow clarifies waterproof backing composition, PFAS risk unaddressed for incontinence pad market.
⚠Waterproof or stain-proof treatment
Aeroflow
TENA Air Flow Underpads - Heavy Absorbency | Tena Air Flow Underpad | 23 x 36 | 60/Case | 370
cellulose core with plastic/synthetic backing layers (waterproofing agent unspecified)
Skip until waterproof backing is publicly specified, incontinence pads often use PFAS-based moisture barriers.
⚠Waterproof or stain-proof treatment
Medline Purefit
Medline Disposable Polymer Underpads
Polymer blend with waterproof backing (unspecified coating)
Skip until Medline discloses coating chemistry or obtains third-party verification.
⚠Waterproof or stain-proof treatment
Medline Purefit
Capri Medline Bladder Control Pads
Nonwoven cellulose blend with waterproof backing layer (unspecified coating)
Skip until brand discloses waterproof backing composition or seeks third-party verification.
⚠Waterproof or stain-proof treatment
Medline Purefit
Medline Bladder Control Pads
Non-woven cellulose/polypropylene with waterproof backing (composition unspecified)
Skip until Medline discloses waterproof backing composition, absorbent pads often use PFAS-treated films.
⚠Waterproof or stain-proof treatment
Medline Purefit
Medline Protection Plus Disposable Underpads
cellulose/nonwoven with waterproof backing layer (composition unspecified)
Skip until waterproof coating disclosed, typical underpads use water-repellent coating treatments that may contain PFAS.
⚠Waterproof or stain-proof treatment
Medline Purefit
Medline Disposable Polymer Underpad
Polymer core with waterproof backing (composition unspecified)
Skip until waterproof coating is disclosed, PFAS risk unknown.
⚠Waterproof or stain-proof treatment
Medline Purefit
Carewell Medline Bladder Control Pads
cellulose/nonwoven with unspecified waterproof backing
Skip until brand discloses or tests waterproof backing.
⚠Waterproof or stain-proof treatment
Medline Purefit
Medline Premium Disposable Underpads
Cellulose/polymer blend with waterproof backing coating (unspecified)
Skip until Medline discloses waterproof coating chemistry, underpads commonly use PFAS-based water barriers.
⚠Waterproof or stain-proof treatment
Medline Purefit
Medline Disposable Underpad 23" x 36"
Cellulose/polymer composite with waterproof backing (unspecified polymer/coating)
Skip until Medline discloses waterproof treatment chemistry.
⚠Waterproof or stain-proof treatment
Tranquility
Principle Business Enterprises Tranquility Bladder Control Pad
Absorbent core, polymer layers, waterproof backing (unspecified)
Incontinence pads typically use water-repellent coating-treated backings; material composition is opaque, contact Principle Business Enterprises directly before buying.
⚠Waterproof or stain-proof treatment
Tranquility
PBE Pack Tranquility Essential Booster Pad
absorbent core, synthetic top sheet, waterproof backing (unspecified polymer)
Skip until Tranquility discloses waterproof backing chemistry, PFAS risk unknown in period-pad absorbent barriers.
⚠Waterproof or stain-proof treatment
Tranquility
AIR-Plus Extra-Strength Breathable Underpad
Absorbent core + waterproof backing (unspecified polymer)
Skip until brand discloses waterproofing chemistry; underpads commonly use PFAS-laden water-repellent coating coatings.
⚠Waterproof or stain-proof treatment
Tranquility
TopLiner Booster Pad
Cellulose/SAP core with waterproofed backing
Skip until brand discloses waterproofing chemistry; period pads often use PFAS-based water-repellent coating coatings.
⚠Waterproof or stain-proof treatment
Tranquility
Booster Pad Contour
absorbent core with waterproof backing (composition unspecified)
Skip until brand discloses waterproof treatment chemistry or test results.
⚠Waterproof or stain-proof treatment
Tranquility
TopLiner Super Booster Pad
Absorbent core with waterproof backing layer (composition unspecified)
Skip until brand discloses waterproof layer chemistry or pursues third-party verification.
⚠Waterproof or stain-proof treatment
Tranquility
TopLiner Booster Pads
Absorbent core, plastic backing (likely PE/PP), waterproof layer composition undisclosed
Silent on PFAS; waterproof layer raises concern, verify before buying.
⚠Waterproof or stain-proof treatment
Northshore
DynaDry Bladder Control Pads for Women
Absorbent core, plastic backing (waterproof treatment unspecified)
Skip until brand discloses waterproof treatment chemistry, bladder pads often use water-repellent coatings with undisclosed PFAS risk.
⚠Waterproof or stain-proof treatment
Northshore
DynaDry Supreme Liners
Absorbent core (likely cellulose/superabsorbent polymer) with unspecified waterproof backing layer
Skip until NorthShore discloses waterproof backing composition, PFAS risk unclear.
⚠Waterproof or stain-proof treatment
Northshore
MagicSorb 36 x
Absorbent core with waterproof backing layer
Skip until brand confirms waterproof layer composition or third-party testing available.
⚠Waterproof or stain-proof treatment
Northshore
EternaDry Booster Pads
absorbent core (likely cellulose/SAP), plastic/PE backing, adhesives
Booster pads carry moderate PFAS concern due to waterproofing; brand silence is a red flag.
⚠Waterproof or stain-proof treatment
Northshore
MagicSorb Premium Disposable Bed & Floor Protectors (Underpads), 36 x 70, Pack/4
Polymer-coated textile (waterproof backing layer unspecified)
Skip or contact manufacturer, waterproof underpads often use PFAS but NorthShore doesn't disclose.
⚠Waterproof or stain-proof treatment
Northshore
DynaDry Bladder Control Incontinence Pads for Women - 7" x 14" | Trial Pack of 4 | LL Medico
Absorbent core with waterproof backing (composition unspecified)
Skip until the brand discloses waterproofing chemistry, incontinence pads routinely use PFAS-based water barriers.
⚠Waterproof or stain-proof treatment
Surecare
Cardinal Health Bladder Control Pads
Absorbent core with waterproof backing (likely polyethylene or polypropylene film; backing treatment unspecified)
Skip until Cardinal Health discloses waterproof backing chemistry; incontinence pads often use water-repellent coating coatings that may contain PFAS.
⚠Waterproof or stain-proof treatment
Surecare
Sure Care Bladder Control Pad
Absorbent core with polymer gel; waterproof backing (composition unspecified)
Skip until manufacturer discloses waterproof backing composition, bladder control pads commonly use water-repellent coating-treated materials that may contain PFAS.
⚠Waterproof or stain-proof treatment
Surecare
Bladder Control Pads
Absorbent core + waterproofed backing (likely PE or PE-coated material, coating unspecified)
Skip until SureCare discloses waterproofing chemistry or provides lab testing.
⚠Waterproof or stain-proof treatment
Surecare
Bladder Control Pad
absorbent core with waterproof backing layer (unspecified polymer)
Skip, bladder pads use water-resistant coatings often treated with PFAS; brand silent on composition.
⚠Waterproof or stain-proof treatment
Surecare
Sure Care Bladder Control Pads Unisex Heavy Absorbency
Absorbent core with unspecified waterproof barrier layer
Skip until SureCare discloses waterproof coating composition or provides third-party testing.
⚠Waterproof or stain-proof treatment
Surecare
Cardinal Health SureCare Bladder Control Pads
Cellulose/nonwoven with moisture-barrier coating (composition not publicly detailed)
No public PFAS disclosure; incontinence pads often use water-resistant coatings, request transparency from Cardinal Health.
⚠Waterproof or stain-proof treatment
Surecare
Bladder Control Pad Surecare 13 Inch Length Heavy Absorbency Polymer Male #23246A
polymer core with unspecified waterproof/moisture-barrier coating
Skip until Surecare discloses waterproof coating chemistry; incontinence pads commonly use aqueous PFAS-based barriers.
⚠Waterproof or stain-proof treatment
Surecare
Cardinal Health Sure Care Bladder Control Pads
Absorbent core with plastic backsheet; waterproof treatment unspecified
Incontinence pad with undisclosed waterproof treatment, PFAS risk typical for category but unconfirmed.
⚠Waterproof or stain-proof treatment
Lillian
Lille Suprem Light Super Form Super Plus Large Shaped Pads
Absorbent core with waterproof backing (unspecified polymer coating)
Skip until brand discloses waterproof treatment chemistry, period pads with unspecified moisture barriers carry moderate PFAS concern.
⚠Waterproof or stain-proof treatment
Lillian
Berkley Jensen Incontinence and Post Partum Bladder Control Pad
absorbent core with unspecified waterproof backing layer
Skip until manufacturer discloses waterproof coating composition.
⚠Waterproof or stain-proof treatment
Lillian
Up & Up Women's Long Length Incontinence Pads
absorbent core, synthetic topsheet, waterproof backing (unspecified polymer)
Skip or contact brand for waterproofing disclosure; incontinence pads often use aqueous water-repellent coating coatings but Up & Up does not disclose theirs.
⚠Waterproof or stain-proof treatment
Lillian
Walgreens Certainty Women's Overnight Bladder Control Pads
absorbent core, nonwoven layers, waterproof backing (unspecified polymer)
Skip until ingredient transparency improves, waterproof backing is a common PFAS vector with zero disclosure.
⚠Waterproof or stain-proof treatment
Lillian
Unisex Reusable Incontinence Pad
Likely polyester/cotton blend with waterproof backing; coating type unspecified
Skip until Lillian discloses waterproof treatment chemistry, reusable pads typically use water-repellent coating coatings that may contain PFAS.
⚠Waterproof or stain-proof treatment
Lillian
Lille Suprem Fit Super Plus
Absorbent core with waterproof backing layer
Skip until transparency improves, period products often use coated backsheets without PFAS disclosure.
⚠Waterproof or stain-proof treatment
Lillian
CVS Health Women's Protective Pads
nonwoven cellulose core with moisture-barrier backing (likely polyethylene or similar)
Moderate concern due to waterproof backing; no brand disclosure on PFAS risk or testing.
⚠Waterproof or stain-proof treatment
Lillian
Always Discreet Boutique Incontinence Pads
Nonwoven cellulose layers with waterproof backing (unspecified polymer)
Skip until Procter & Gamble discloses waterproof treatment chemistry.
⚠Waterproof or stain-proof treatment
Renfrew
RMS Ultra Soft 4-Layer Washable and Reusable Incontinence Bed Pad
multi-layer textile with waterproof backing (unspecified polymer)
Skip until brand discloses waterproof coating chemistry, reusable bed pads commonly use PFAS-based water-repellent coating treatments.
⚠Waterproof or stain-proof treatment
Renfrew
Prevail Bladder Control Pads Ultimate
cellulose/fluff pulp core with polyethylene back-sheet and adhesive; waterproof barrier coating composition unspecified
Skip until brand discloses waterproof coating chemistry; absorbent pads commonly use PFAS for fluid barriers.
⚠Waterproof or stain-proof treatment
Renfrew
NorthShore DynaDry Bladder Control Pads for Women
Absorbent core (likely cellulose/SAP), synthetic backing with unspecified water-resistant coating
Skip until brand discloses waterproof coating composition; incontinence pads often use PFAS-based water-repellent coating treatments.
⚠Waterproof or stain-proof treatment
Renfrew
Attends Booster Pad
Cellulose core with synthetic polymer backsheet (likely polyethylene or polypropylene)
Insufficient transparency; period pads rarely disclose waterproofing chemistry, skip if PFAS-concerned.
⚠Waterproof or stain-proof treatment
Renfrew
TotalDry Ultimate Incontinence Pads
Likely absorbent core (SAP/cellulose) with unspecified waterproof backing layer
Skip until brand discloses or third-party tests the waterproof layer.
⚠Waterproof or stain-proof treatment
Renfrew
Poise Absorbency Pads
Cellulose/wood pulp core with synthetic polymer waterproof backsheet
Skip until Renfrew clarifies waterproofing chemistry, period pad backsheets commonly use PFAS-based treatments.
⚠Waterproof or stain-proof treatment
Renfrew
Nexwear Premium Bladder Control Pads
Absorbent core (likely cellulose/SAP) with synthetic waterproof backing
Typical bladder-control pad; waterproof backing raises standard PFAS concern, but no public testing or disclosure found.
⚠Waterproof or stain-proof treatment
Renfrew
Women's Reusable Washable Incontinence Pads
fabric blend (likely cotton/synthetic) with waterproof backing/coating, type unspecified
Skip until brand discloses coating chemistry or provides third-party waterproof testing.
⚠Waterproof or stain-proof treatment
Bamboo Nature
Flo Bamboo Night Pads
Bamboo pulp/viscose with waterproof backing layer
Skip until brand discloses waterproof coating chemistry, period pad backings commonly use PFAS-based water barriers.
⚠Waterproof or stain-proof treatment
Bamboo Nature
Here We Flo Flo Sensitive Bladder Bamboo Pads
bamboo pulp, absorbent core, likely SAP; waterproof backing unspecified
Skip until manufacturer discloses waterproof layer chemistry.
⚠Waterproof or stain-proof treatment
Almohadillas
CVS Underpads Day & Night Protection Maximum Absorbency
cellulose/fluff with waterproof backing layer (unspecified polymer)
Skip until brand confirms waterproof backing composition, period-pad backings often use PFAS-treated films.
⚠Waterproof or stain-proof treatment
Almohadillas
Always Discreet Incontinence Pads
Cellulose core + synthetic polymer wetness barrier (unspecified)
Skip until transparency improves, typical incontinence pads use waterproof coatings that commonly contain PFAS, and Almohadillas/Procter & Gamble discloses nothi
⚠Waterproof or stain-proof treatment
Almohadillas
Equate Options Women's Moderate- Regular Incontinence Pads
Cellulose/nonwoven blend with unspecified waterproof/moisture-barrier coating
Skip until brand discloses coating chemistry, waterproof incontinence pads commonly use fluorinated barriers.
⚠Waterproof or stain-proof treatment
Almohadillas
Poise Fresh Protection Overnight Extra Coverage Pads
absorbent core with waterproof backing layer (composition unspecified)
Skip until Poise discloses waterproof layer chemistry; standard absorbent pads carry elevated PFAS risk.
⚠Waterproof or stain-proof treatment
Almohadillas
Up & Up Women's Long Length Incontinence Pads
Absorbent core with waterproof backing (composition unspecified)
Skip until the brand discloses waterproofing chemistry, incontinence pads commonly use aqueous or silicone barriers, but Up & Up provides no transparency.
⚠Waterproof or stain-proof treatment
Almohadillas
TENA Women's Ultimate Pads
nonwoven core, waterproof backsheet (unspecified polymer)
Skip until the brand discloses waterproofing chemistry, period pads commonly use fluorinated coatings.
⚠Waterproof or stain-proof treatment
Almohadillas
Poise Incontinence Pads
Absorbent core, likely SAP polymer; surface/acquisition layer unspecified; waterproof backing unspecified
Incontinence pads often use waterproof backings; Almohadillas does not disclose materials or PFAS status, skip if you can find a transparent competitor.
⚠Waterproof or stain-proof treatment
Almohadillas
TENA Women's Overnight Incontinence Pads
Cellulose-based absorbent core, polyethylene backsheet, unknown waterproof/moisture-barrier coating
Skip until clarification, incontinence pads often use fluorinated water-barriers, and Almohadillas makes no disclosure.
⚠Waterproof or stain-proof treatment
Cantel Medical
Cardinal Health Wings Extra Underpads
Cellulose/wood pulp with moisture barrier coating (unspecified)
Skip or contact Cardinal Health directly, underpads use waterproof coatings that often contain PFAS, and the brand discloses nothing.
⚠Waterproof or stain-proof treatment
Cantel Medical
TENA Women's Sensitive Care Extra Coverage Overnight Incontinence Pads
cellulose-based core with synthetic waterproof/moisture-barrier outer layers (composition unspecified)
Skip until brand discloses waterproofing chemistry; incontinence pads commonly use fluorinated coatings.
⚠Waterproof or stain-proof treatment
Cantel Medical
Medline ContourPlus Bladder Control Pads
Nonwoven synthetic layers with unspecified water-resistant treatment
Skip until brand discloses treatment chemistry; bladder pads commonly use PFAS-based water repellents.
⚠Waterproof or stain-proof treatment
Cantel Medical
TotalDry Ultimate Incontinence Pads
absorbent core with waterproof backing layer (composition not disclosed)
Skip until transparency improves, incontinence pads require waterproof barriers, which commonly use PFAS, but no disclosures available.
⚠Waterproof or stain-proof treatment
Cantel Medical
Sure Care Bladder Control Pads
Absorbent core with waterproof backing (composition not fully disclosed)
Skip until brand discloses waterproof treatment chemistry; bladder pads often use PFAS-laden backings.
⚠Waterproof or stain-proof treatment
Cantel Medical
TENA Intimates Moderate Bladder Control Pad
Absorbent core with unspecified waterproof backing/coating
Skip until brand discloses waterproofing chemistry or provides independent testing.
⚠Waterproof or stain-proof treatment
Cantel Medical
Cardinal Health Premium Disposable Underpad for Repositioning 30 x 36
Cellulose/polyethylene with waterproof backing layer (unspecified)
Skip until waterproofing method is disclosed, typical underpads use water-repellent coating treatments that may contain PFAS.
⚠Waterproof or stain-proof treatment
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