Ski Wax, ranked by PFAS safety

102 products graded A to F, safest first. 75 earn a C or better and are worth buying.

Buyer’s guide

What to look for in ski wax, and which brands grade best and worst

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The quickest read: what to skip and the top-graded picks worth buying instead.

AvoidF
Holmenkol Unisex Adult Klister Ski Wax

Holmenkol

Holmenkol Unisex Adult Klister Ski Wax

40/100 safety

Skip or contact Holmenkol directly, fluorocarbon ski waxes frequently contain PFAS; no public disclosure available.

BetterB
Solid Ski Wax Stick

Zeledis

Solid Ski Wax Stick

85/100 safety

Lower-concern choice; traditional wax formulations typically avoid PFAS, but Zeledis offers no public disclosure.

Best pickA
Star Nf Non-Fluoro Ski Glide Wax 60 G

Start

Star Nf Non-Fluoro Ski Glide Wax 60 G

100/100 safety

Lower concern, non-fluoro wax avoids PFAS-laden fluorinated alternatives, but verify formulation transparency.

Worth buying graded C or better, safest first

Star Nf Non-Fluoro Ski Glide Wax 60 G

Start

Star Nf Non-Fluoro Ski Glide Wax 60 G

hydrocarbon ski wax (non-fluorinated)

A
A
PFASAll
A · Very low PFAS2 flags

Lower concern, non-fluoro wax avoids PFAS-laden fluorinated alternatives, but verify formulation transparency.

Risky category by default

Start Kick Wax Synthetic

Start

Kick Wax Synthetic

Synthetic hydrocarbon wax blend

A
B
PFASAll
A · Very low PFAS3 flags

Lower concern. Synthetic ski wax lacks typical PFAS applications, but composition opacity warrants caution.

Risky category by default

Start Basewax

Start

Basewax

Wax-based product (beeswax, plant waxes, or mineral wax blend)

A
A
PFASAll
A · Very low PFAS2 flags

Lower-concern choice; wax-based products typically don't require PFAS, but verify ingredient list.

Risky category by default

Vauhti Pure Race LDR

Vauhti

Pure Race LDR

hydrocarbon ski/snowboard wax

A
A
PFASAll
A · Very low PFAS1 flag

Lower PFAS concern; traditional hydrocarbon wax unlikely to contain fluorochemicals, but no brand disclosure available.

Risky category by default

Vauhti GOeasy Liquid Glide

Vauhti

GOeasy Liquid Glide

hydrocarbon-based liquid ski/snowboard glide wax

A
F
PFASAll
A · Very low PFAS5 flags

Lower PFAS concern for a hydrocarbon liquid wax; no evidence of Teflon-family coating, though formulation details remain limited.

Risky category by default

North Factory Team Wax Kit

Swix

North Factory Team Wax Kit

Hydrocarbon wax blend (paraffin/synthetic)

B
C
PFASAll
B · Low PFAS2 flags

Lower PFAS concern for ski wax application, but no public disclosure from Swix on formulation.

Brand says nothing about PFAS

Swix PS10 Yellow Wax

Swix

PS10 Yellow Wax

Hydrocarbon-based ski wax (paraffin/synthetic blend)

B
D
PFASAll
B · Low PFAS4 flags

Lower PFAS concern likely, but Swix has not publicly disclosed formulation details.

Brand says nothing about PFAS

Swix PS7 Violet Ski Snowboard Glide Wax

Voile

Swix PS7 Violet Ski Snowboard Glide Wax

Hydrocarbon wax blend (paraffin/synthetic hydrocarbon base)

B
C
PFASAll
B · Low PFAS3 flags

Ski wax formulations rarely contain PFAS; lower concern, but no brand transparency on composition.

Brand says nothing about PFAS

Vola MX-E Wax

Voile

Vola MX-E Wax

Ski/snowboard wax blend (hydrocarbon-based)

B
C
PFASAll
B · Low PFAS2 flags

Lower PFAS concern; wax products rarely formulated with fluorochemicals unless explicitly fluorinated.

Brand says nothing about PFAS

Vola Graphite Base Race Wax

Voile

Vola Graphite Base Race Wax

Graphite-based ski base wax

B
C
PFASAll
B · Low PFAS2 flags

Lower concern; graphite wax is not a typical PFAS vehicle, but no public testing data exists to confirm.

Brand says nothing about PFAS

Toko Natural Ski Wax Universal

Toko

Natural Ski Wax Universal

Hydrocarbon wax blend (natural paraffin/beeswax base)

B
F
PFASAll
B · Low PFAS4 flags

Lower PFAS concern; natural wax formulation unlikely to contain forever chemicals.

Brand says nothing about PFAS

Base Performance Wax

Toko

Base Performance Wax

Hydrocarbon wax blend (ski/snowboard base wax)

B
B
PFASAll
B · Low PFAS1 flag

Lower-concern choice; ski wax typically avoids PFAS, but Toko discloses nothing, verify if critical.

Brand says nothing about PFAS

Maplus Med Base Race Paraffin

Briko-Maplus

Maplus Med Base Race Paraffin

Paraffin wax blend

B
C
PFASAll
B · Low PFAS3 flags

Lower-concern product; traditional paraffin wax base unlikely to contain PFAS, but brand silence on composition limits full assurance.

Brand says nothing about PFAS

Dominator Legacy F2 Glide Wax

Dominator

Legacy F2 Glide Wax

Hydrocarbon wax blend (paraffin/synthetic base)

B
F
PFASAll
B · Low PFAS3 flags

Ski wax typically carries lower PFAS concern, but no brand disclosure limits assurance.

Brand says nothing about PFAS

Dominator ReNEW Base Conditioning Wax- 100g

Dominator

ReNEW Base Conditioning Wax- 100g

Wax-based conditioning product (likely paraffin or natural wax blend)

B
C
PFASAll
B · Low PFAS2 flags

Lower PFAS concern for a wax product, but no brand transparency on formulation.

Brand says nothing about PFAS

Dominator Race ZOOM Wax New Snow / 40g

Dominator

Race ZOOM Wax New Snow / 40g

Hydrocarbon wax blend (ski/snow wax)

B
C
PFASAll
B · Low PFAS2 flags

Lower concern, traditional ski wax formulation, but no PFAS disclosure from brand.

Brand says nothing about PFAS

Dominator Psycho Old Snow Glide Wax Paste

Dominator

Psycho Old Snow Glide Wax Paste

Hydrocarbon wax blend (paraffin/synthetic base)

B
F
PFASAll
B · Low PFAS4 flags

Lower concern; traditional ski wax formulation unlikely to contain PFAS, but brand provides no transparency.

Brand says nothing about PFAS

Maxiglide Downhill Quick Wax

Maxiglide

Downhill Quick Wax

Hydrocarbon wax blend (ski/snowboard base wax)

B
C
PFASAll
B · Low PFAS3 flags

Lower PFAS concern for typical hydrocarbon ski wax, but verify product-specific ingredients with Maxiglide.

Brand says nothing about PFAS

Wax Toko Express Maxi

Maxiglide

Wax Toko Express Maxi

Hydrocarbon wax blend

B
C
PFASAll
B · Low PFAS2 flags

Lower PFAS concern for ski wax, but brand transparency on formulation is minimal.

Brand says nothing about PFAS

North Glidewax Universal 180g

Maxiglide

North Glidewax Universal 180g

Wax (composition unspecified)

B
D
PFASAll
B · Low PFAS4 flags

Skip until composition is disclosed, wax glidewax formulations vary widely, and Maxiglide offers no transparency.

Brand says nothing about PFAS

Maplus 40.60 SM Base Solid World Cup Reserved ski wax

Briko-Maplus

Maplus 40.60 SM Base Solid World Cup Reserved ski wax

Hydrocarbon wax base (paraffin-derived solid wax)

B
C
PFASAll
B · Low PFAS2 flags

Lower-concern choice, solid hydrocarbon wax lacks typical PFAS applications, but brand silence limits certainty.

Brand says nothing about PFAS

Maplus Arctic Base Race Paraffin

Briko-Maplus

Maplus Arctic Base Race Paraffin

paraffin wax (hydrocarbon-based)

B
B
PFASAll
B · Low PFAS1 flag

Lower-concern product; paraffin wax typically PFAS-free, but verify with retailer if concerned.

Brand says nothing about PFAS

Maplus GM Med Block 20g

Briko-Maplus

Maplus GM Med Block 20g

Wax-based ski/snowboard glide wax

B
D
PFASAll
B · Low PFAS4 flags

Lower PFAS concern; wax-based glide product unlikely to contain fluorochemicals, but no public disclosure from brand.

Brand says nothing about PFAS

Maplus Universal Granular Hot 1 kg | Tools4Boards

Briko-Maplus

Maplus Universal Granular Hot 1 kg | Tools4Boards

Wax-based ski/snowboard hot wax granules

B
C
PFASAll
B · Low PFAS2 flags

Lower PFAS concern for this category, but brand discloses nothing; acceptable for recreational use.

Brand says nothing about PFAS

Maplus BP1 Cold Liquid Wax

Briko-Maplus

Maplus BP1 Cold Liquid Wax

Hydrocarbon-based liquid wax

B
C
PFASAll
B · Low PFAS3 flags

Lower-concern wax product; no PFAS triggers identified, but manufacturer transparency is absent.

Brand says nothing about PFAS

Dakine Indy Hot Wax 3-Pack

Datawax

Dakine Indy Hot Wax 3-Pack

Paraffin/mineral wax blend (ski/snowboard wax)

B
C
PFASAll
B · Low PFAS2 flags

Lower PFAS concern for this wax type; verify with Dakine/Datawax if water-repellent coating additives used.

Brand says nothing about PFAS

Hertel All Temperature Ski & Snowboard Wax - 340g Rub On Or Iron On Wax For All Conditions

Hertel

All Temperature Ski & Snowboard Wax - 340g Rub On Or Iron On Wax For All Conditions

Hydrocarbon wax blend (paraffin/synthetic base)

B
F
PFASAll
B · Low PFAS4 flags

Lower PFAS concern likely, but no transparency from brand.

Brand says nothing about PFAS

IceCoast Wax – Built for East Coast Ice with Added Control

Hertel

IceCoast Wax – Built for East Coast Ice with Added Control

Hydrocarbon wax blend (ski/snowboard wax)

B
D
PFASAll
B · Low PFAS3 flags

Lower PFAS concern for ski wax; no specific risks identified, but no brand transparency on formulation.

Brand says nothing about PFAS

Hertel SpringSolution Spring Ski & Snowboard Wax 5oz / 141g — 2 Packs, Made in USA

Hertel

SpringSolution Spring Ski & Snowboard Wax 5oz / 141g — 2 Packs, Made in USA

Paraffin wax blend (hydrocarbon-based)

B
C
PFASAll
B · Low PFAS3 flags

Lower PFAS concern; traditional wax formulations rarely contain fluorochemicals, but no explicit disclosure.

Brand says nothing about PFAS

Hertel Rub N Go All-Temperature Ski & Snowboard Wax 2.5 oz — No Iron, 8+ Applications, Made in USA

Hertel

Rub N Go All-Temperature Ski & Snowboard Wax 2.5 oz — No Iron, 8+ Applications, Made in USA

Hydrocarbon ski/snowboard wax (paraffin or blend)

B
F
PFASAll
B · Low PFAS4 flags

Lower PFAS concern for typical paraffin-based ski wax; no red flags in public data.

Brand says nothing about PFAS

Hertel Super HotSauce All-Temp Ski & Snowboard Wax - 340g Rub-On Or Iron-On For All Conditions

Hertel

Super HotSauce All-Temp Ski & Snowboard Wax - 340g Rub-On Or Iron-On For All Conditions

Hydrocarbon wax (paraffin/mineral/natural blend)

B
C
PFASAll
B · Low PFAS2 flags

Lower PFAS concern, traditional wax formulation unlikely to contain fluorochemicals, but no brand transparency.

Brand says nothing about PFAS

Start RG Race Glider

Start

RG Race Glider

Plastic racing glider toy

B
C
PFASAll
B · Low PFAS2 flags

Lower PFAS concern; a simple plastic toy unlikely to contain Teflon-family coating, but brand offers no transparency.

Brand says nothing about PFAS

Start RG Ultra Glider

Start

RG Ultra Glider

Ski/snowboard glide wax or base treatment

B
F
PFASAll
B · Low PFAS5 flags

Insufficient public data; contact Start directly for PFAS disclosure.

Brand says nothing about PFAS

130g ZF4 Arctic Paraffin Ski Wax by SVST Race Service 1

Zeledis

130g ZF4 Arctic Paraffin Ski Wax by SVST Race Service 1

Paraffin wax (hydrocarbon-based)

B
C
PFASAll
B · Low PFAS2 flags

Lower PFAS concern, paraffin wax is hydrocarbon-based, not fluorinated; no public PFAS risk profile.

Brand says nothing about PFAS

Super Glide Wax Solid

Zeledis

Super Glide Wax Solid

Wax solid (presumed natural or refined paraffin/hydrocarbon)

B
C
PFASAll
B · Low PFAS2 flags

Lower concern, wax solids rarely use PFAS, but Zeledis provides no transparency.

Brand says nothing about PFAS

130g ZF2 Paraffin Ski Wax by SVST RaceService1

Zeledis

130g ZF2 Paraffin Ski Wax by SVST RaceService1

Paraffin wax

B
C
PFASAll
B · Low PFAS3 flags

Lower concern, paraffin ski wax is unlikely to contain PFAS, but brand silence on chemistry is a minor flag.

Brand says nothing about PFAS

Solid Ski Wax Stick

Zeledis

Solid Ski Wax Stick

Hydrocarbon wax blend (paraffin/synthetic wax base)

B
C
PFASAll
B · Low PFAS2 flags

Lower-concern choice; traditional wax formulations typically avoid PFAS, but Zeledis offers no public disclosure.

Brand says nothing about PFAS

Gallium PINK Glide Wax

Zeledis

Gallium PINK Glide Wax

Hydrocarbon wax blend (ski/snowboard wax)

B
C
PFASAll
B · Low PFAS2 flags

Lower-concern choice for wax; no known PFAS application, but manufacturer silent on formulation.

Brand says nothing about PFAS

Vauhti Pure Race Old Snow Cold Liquid 80ml

Vauhti

Pure Race Old Snow Cold Liquid 80ml

Liquid ski wax (hydrocarbon-based)

B
F
PFASAll
B · Low PFAS4 flags

Lower PFAS concern for a hydrocarbon ski wax, but no brand transparency on chemistry.

Brand says nothing about PFAS

Vauhti GS Green Kick Wax

Vauhti

GS Green Kick Wax

Hydrocarbon wax blend (paraffin/natural wax-based ski wax)

B
C
PFASAll
B · Low PFAS2 flags

Lower concern. Traditional hydrocarbon ski waxes like Vauhti GS Green Kick pose minimal PFAS risk, though independent lab testing of this specific product is no

Brand says nothing about PFAS

Vauhti Pure One Warm Ski Glide Wax

Vauhti

Pure One Warm Ski Glide Wax

Hydrocarbon ski wax blend (paraffin/synthetic wax base)

B
C
PFASAll
B · Low PFAS3 flags

Lower concern, traditional wax formulation with no known PFAS history, but brand discloses nothing.

Brand says nothing about PFAS

Vauhti Pure One Ski Glide Wax

Vauhti

Pure One Ski Glide Wax

Hydrocarbon wax blend (paraffin-based ski glide wax)

B
C
PFASAll
B · Low PFAS2 flags

Lower concern, hydrocarbon ski wax typically avoids PFAS, but Vauhti makes no public disclosure.

Brand says nothing about PFAS

Vauhti Pure Race Snow 45g

Vauhti

Pure Race Snow 45g

Hydrocarbon wax blend (ski racing wax)

B
C
PFASAll
B · Low PFAS2 flags

Lower PFAS concern, pure hydrocarbon racing wax, but no brand disclosure to verify.

Brand says nothing about PFAS

Vauhti Pure Race Old Snow LDR Liquid 80ml

Vauhti

Pure Race Old Snow LDR Liquid 80ml

Liquid ski wax (hydrocarbon-based)

B
C
PFASAll
B · Low PFAS3 flags

Lower PFAS concern for a hydrocarbon ski wax, but Vauhti makes no public disclosure.

Brand says nothing about PFAS

Purl Purple Universal Ski and Snowboard Wax

Purl Wax

Purl Purple Universal Ski and Snowboard Wax

Hydrocarbon paraffin-based wax blend

B
C
PFASAll
B · Low PFAS2 flags

Lower-concern choice; ski wax typically uses paraffin and additives without PFAS, but no transparency from Purl Wax.

Brand says nothing about PFAS

Purl Natural Ski Wax and Snowboard Wax

Purl Wax

Purl Natural Ski Wax and Snowboard Wax

Natural wax blend (paraffin, beeswax, or plant-based wax)

B
C
PFASAll
B · Low PFAS2 flags

Lower PFAS concern; natural wax formulations rarely require fluorochemical treatment, but brand transparency is limited.

Brand says nothing about PFAS

Purl Natural Ski & Snowboard Wax

Purl Wax

Purl Natural Ski & Snowboard Wax

Wax (paraffin or natural wax blend)

B
C
PFASAll
B · Low PFAS2 flags

Lower PFAS concern; traditional wax formulations don't typically contain PFAS, but brand transparency is absent.

Brand says nothing about PFAS

PURL PRO Ski & Snowboard Wax

Purl Wax

PURL PRO Ski & Snowboard Wax

Hydrocarbon wax blend (paraffin/synthetic base)

B
C
PFASAll
B · Low PFAS3 flags

Lower PFAS concern for ski wax, but brand silence leaves room for doubt, check ingredient list.

Brand says nothing about PFAS

Purl Blue Wax

Purl Wax

Purl Blue Wax

Paraffin or mineral wax blend (typical wax candle/craft product)

B
C
PFASAll
B · Low PFAS2 flags

Lower-concern product; wax typically avoids PFAS, but brand transparency is absent.

Brand says nothing about PFAS

Purl Wax 1 lb Brick

Purl Wax

1 lb Brick

Paraffin or soy wax

B
C
PFASAll
B · Low PFAS2 flags

Lower concern; traditional wax products typically PFAS-free, but verify sourcing if vendor credentials matter to you.

Brand says nothing about PFAS

Holmenkol Worldcup Mix Cold Ski Wax

Pitter Patter Wax

Holmenkol Worldcup Mix Cold Ski Wax

Hydrocarbon wax blend (paraffin/synthetic)

B
C
PFASAll
B · Low PFAS3 flags

Lower PFAS concern; traditional wax formulation unlikely to contain fluorochemicals.

Brand says nothing about PFAS

Swix PS6 Blue Wax

Pitter Patter Wax

Swix PS6 Blue Wax

Hydrocarbon wax blend (paraffin/mineral wax base)

B
C
PFASAll
B · Low PFAS2 flags

Lower PFAS concern, but brand transparency is minimal, standard ski wax without known fluorinated additives.

Brand says nothing about PFAS

Dakine Indy Hot Wax

Pitter Patter Wax

Dakine Indy Hot Wax

Hydrocarbon-based ski/snowboard wax

B
D
PFASAll
B · Low PFAS3 flags

Wax products carry low inherent PFAS risk; no public safety concerns identified for this brand.

Brand says nothing about PFAS

OutdoorMaster Snowboard Tuning

Pitter Patter Wax

OutdoorMaster Snowboard Tuning

Wax-based ski/snowboard surface treatment

B
C
PFASAll
B · Low PFAS2 flags

Low PFAS risk for this wax product, but brand transparency is absent.

Brand says nothing about PFAS

Next Adventure HS8 Red Wax 60G

Pitter Patter Wax

Next Adventure HS8 Red Wax 60G

Paraffin/mineral wax blend (standard ski/board wax)

B
C
PFASAll
B · Low PFAS3 flags

Lower PFAS concern for a standard wax product, but brand transparency is absent.

Brand says nothing about PFAS

Solda Superglide Solvent-Free Ski Wax

Solda

Superglide Solvent-Free Ski Wax

hydrocarbon wax blend (solvent-free formulation)

B
C
PFASAll
B · Low PFAS3 flags

Lower PFAS concern for a traditional paraffin/hydrocarbon ski wax, but no public disclosure to confirm.

Brand says nothing about PFAS

Solda Superspeed Paste Wax

Solda

Superspeed Paste Wax

Wax blend (paste formulation)

B
C
PFASAll
B · Low PFAS2 flags

Lower concern, traditional wax paste unlikely to contain PFAS, but brand silence limits certainty.

Brand says nothing about PFAS

VOLA Speed Bases

Solda

VOLA Speed Bases

Hydrocarbon ski wax blend

B
C
PFASAll
B · Low PFAS3 flags

Lower concern; traditional hydrocarbon wax formulation unlikely to contain PFAS, but lack of disclosure leaves room for uncertainty.

Brand says nothing about PFAS

Vola MX-E Wax

Solda

Vola MX-E Wax

Ski/snowboard wax blend

B
B
PFASAll
B · Low PFAS1 flag

Insufficient public data to assess PFAS risk; contact Solda directly.

Brand says nothing about PFAS

Solda Fluorada Wax 75ml

Solda

Fluorada Wax 75ml

Wax (unspecified type/blend)

B
F
PFASAll
B · Low PFAS5 flags

Skip, unclear composition and no PFAS transparency from brand.

Brand says nothing about PFAS

Solda 81GR Superglide Solid Wax Green -13°...-24°C, 60g

Solda

81GR Superglide Solid Wax Green -13°...-24°C, 60g

hydrocarbon wax blend (paraffin-based)

B
C
PFASAll
B · Low PFAS2 flags

Lower PFAS concern, plain hydrocarbon ski wax is unlikely to contain fluorinated compounds.

Brand says nothing about PFAS

Holmenkol Natural Skiwax Bar

Holmenkol

Natural Skiwax Bar

Natural hydrocarbon wax blend

B
C
PFASAll
B · Low PFAS2 flags

Lower-concern choice; natural wax formulation typically avoids PFAS, but brand discloses nothing.

Brand says nothing about PFAS

- Holmenkol Natural Wax Paste

Holmenkol

- Holmenkol Natural Wax Paste

Natural wax paste (paraffin/beeswax base)

B
C
PFASAll
B · Low PFAS2 flags

Lower PFAS concern; natural wax ski paste unlikely to contain fluorochemicals.

Brand says nothing about PFAS

Holmenkol Beta Mix Ski & Snowboard Wax

Holmenkol

Beta Mix Ski & Snowboard Wax

Hydrocarbon-based ski wax blend

B
F
PFASAll
B · Low PFAS4 flags

Lower-concern wax; no known PFAS formulation, but brand offers no explicit disclosure.

Brand says nothing about PFAS

Holmenkol Grip Wax

Holmenkol

Grip Wax

Hydrocarbon wax blend (ski/snowboard grip wax)

B
C
PFASAll
B · Low PFAS2 flags

Lower PFAS concern; traditional wax formulation unlikely to contain intentional fluorochemicals.

Brand says nothing about PFAS

Holmenkol Natural Ski Wax Fluid

Holmenkol

Natural Ski Wax Fluid

Natural wax blend (hydrocarbon-based)

B
C
PFASAll
B · Low PFAS2 flags

Lower PFAS concern, natural wax formulations typically avoid fluorinated additives, but verify full ingredient list with brand.

Brand says nothing about PFAS

Holmenkol Natural Ski Wax Bar

Holmenkol

Natural Ski Wax Bar

Natural wax blend (no synthetic Teflon-family coating disclosed)

B
C
PFASAll
B · Low PFAS2 flags

Lower concern, natural wax formulation unlikely to contain PFAS, but brand offers no explicit commitment.

Brand says nothing about PFAS

BP10 250 g-Red

Briko-Maplus

BP10 250 g-Red

Unknown; likely ski/snowboard wax or racing preparation product

C
F
PFASAll
C · Moderate3 flags

Skip due to insufficient product transparency and unknown composition.

Brand says nothing about PFAS

Maxiglide XC Quick Wax

Maxiglide

XC Quick Wax

Wax blend (unspecified formulation)

C
F
PFASAll
C · Moderate3 flags

Skip until manufacturer clarifies formulation, wax products often undisclosed.

Brand says nothing about PFAS

Dynamic Wax Permanent Complete Kit

Datawax

Dynamic Wax Permanent Complete Kit

Wax-based product (composition unspecified)

C
F
PFASAll
C · Moderate3 flags

Skip due to complete lack of material transparency and PFAS disclosure.

Brand says nothing about PFAS

Start Glide SG Liquid Glider

Start

Glide SG Liquid Glider

Unknown liquid glider formulation (likely silicone or wax-based)

C
F
PFASAll
C · Moderate5 flags

Skip, no public transparency on formulation or PFAS content.

Brand says nothing about PFAS

PURL PRO Ski & Snowboard Competition Wax

Purl Wax

PURL PRO Ski & Snowboard Competition Wax

wax blend (paraffin/synthetic wax base typical for ski wax)

C
F
PFASAll
C · Moderate3 flags

Skip until brand discloses PFAS status; ski waxes historically lack transparency.

Brand says nothing about PFAS

One Ball Pit Stop Tuning Kit

Pitter Patter Wax

One Ball Pit Stop Tuning Kit

Unknown, likely wax blend, composition undisclosed

C
F
PFASAll
C · Moderate4 flags

Skip until composition is transparent; automotive waxes often contain fluorinated additives.

Brand says nothing about PFAS

Start RG Ultra Glider

Pitter Patter Wax

Start RG Ultra Glider

Proprietary wax blend (unspecified composition)

C
F
PFASAll
C · Moderate4 flags

Skip until composition disclosed, wax products often contain fluorinated additives but this brand provides zero transparency.

Brand says nothing about PFAS

Superglide Wax

Solda

Superglide Wax

Ski/snowboard wax composition unknown

C
F
PFASAll
C · Moderate4 flags

Skip until manufacturer clarifies wax composition and PFAS status.

Brand says nothing about PFAS

Graded and flagged D and F, we’d swap these

MAPLUS Universal FLUORO RED

Briko-Maplus

MAPLUS Universal FLUORO RED

Ski/snowboard wax with fluorinated additives (product name indicates 'FLUORO')

F
F · High PFAS

Skip until reformulated, fluorinated ski wax commonly contains PFAS; no transparency from brand.

Undisclosed proprietary coating

Dominator Psycho New Snow Glide Wax Paste

Dominator

Psycho New Snow Glide Wax Paste

Ski/snowboard glide wax (hydrocarbon and/or synthetic blend)

F
F · High PFAS

Skip until brand discloses, PFAS lurks in some performance waxes but Dominator's formula is not publicly documented.

Undisclosed proprietary coating

Dominator Elite NS3 Glide Wax

Dominator

Elite NS3 Glide Wax

Ski/snowboard glide wax (composition unspecified)

F
F · High PFAS

Skip until composition is disclosed, glide waxes historically use fluorocarbons.

Undisclosed proprietary coating

Dominator Elite NS3P Glide Wax

Dominator

Elite NS3P Glide Wax

Wax blend (composition unspecified)

F
F · High PFAS

Skip, glide wax formulation undisclosed; PFAS risk in ski/snowboard waxes is well-documented but unaddressed here.

Undisclosed proprietary coating

Maxiglide Quick Wax For Waxless Cross-country Skis Single Application

Maxiglide

Quick Wax For Waxless Cross-country Skis Single Application

Wax coating (composition unspecified)

F
F · High PFAS

Skip until composition is disclosed, wax performance additives often contain PFAS.

Undisclosed proprietary coating

GlideMAX Quick Rub-On Ski & Snowboard Wax

Maxiglide

GlideMAX Quick Rub-On Ski & Snowboard Wax

Hydrocarbon wax blend (composition unspecified)

F
F · High PFAS

Skip until ingredient transparency improves; ski wax formulations often lack disclosure on fluorinated additives.

Undisclosed proprietary coating

GlideMAX Quick Rub-On Ski & Snowboard Wax

Datawax

GlideMAX Quick Rub-On Ski & Snowboard Wax

Wax-based ski/snowboard rub-on (composition undisclosed)

F
F · High PFAS

Skip until composition is disclosed; ski waxes often contain fluorinated compounds to enhance glide.

Undisclosed proprietary coating

Dominator Elite OS3 Glide Wax

Datawax

Dominator Elite OS3 Glide Wax

Ski/snowboard glide wax (composition unspecified)

F
F · High PFAS

Skip until composition is disclosed, glide wax formulation is opaque.

Undisclosed proprietary coating

Optiwax Glide Tape 2 Wide HF Ski Glide Wax

Datawax

Optiwax Glide Tape 2 Wide HF Ski Glide Wax

Ski glide wax (hydrocarbon base, fluorinated coating unknown)

F
F · High PFAS

Skip until composition transparency improves; ski waxes historically contain Teflon-family coating.

Undisclosed proprietary coating

Liquid Wax

Datawax

Liquid Wax

Composition undisclosed; liquid wax formulation unspecified

F
F · High PFAS

Skip until Datawax publishes full ingredient disclosure and PFAS status.

Undisclosed proprietary coating

Glide wax - basic single layer

Zeledis

Glide wax - basic single layer

Wax blend (composition unspecified)

F
F · High PFAS

Skip until composition is disclosed, wax formulations vary widely and PFAS use in glide waxes is undocumented.

Undisclosed proprietary coating

High Velocity All-Temp Wipe-On Wax For Skiboards & Snowboards - Superior Glide, Easy Apply Quick Apply Snowboard Wax

Zeledis

High Velocity All-Temp Wipe-On Wax For Skiboards & Snowboards - Superior Glide, Easy Apply Quick Apply Snowboard Wax

Wax blend (formulation undisclosed)

F
F · High PFAS

Skip until ingredient transparency improves; snowboard waxes historically contain Teflon-type coating and fluorinated compounds.

Undisclosed proprietary coating

Purl Graphite Anti-Static Ski & Snowboard Tuning Wax

Purl Wax

Purl Graphite Anti-Static Ski & Snowboard Tuning Wax

Hydrocarbon wax blend with graphite additive

F
F · High PFAS

Skip unless Purl discloses ingredient sources; ski wax composition opaque to consumer.

Undisclosed proprietary coating

Holmenkol Cross Country Ski Grip

Holmenkol

Cross Country Ski Grip

Wax-based ski grip (likely hydrocarbon blend; coating composition unspecified)

F
F · High PFAS

Skip due to lack of transparency; PFAS risk unknown for this grip formulation.

Undisclosed proprietary coating

Swix Universal Wax

Swix

Universal Wax

Hydrocarbon wax blend with fluorocarbon water-repellent additives (typical for ski waxes)

F
F · High PFAS

Skip until Swix discloses water-repellent ingredients, ski waxes commonly contain PFAS.

Waterproof or stain-proof treatment

250g Universal Ski Wax

Toko

250g Universal Ski Wax

hydrocarbon wax blend with unspecified treatment/glide agents

F
F · High PFAS

Skip until formulation is transparent, ski wax glide coatings historically use PFAS.

Waterproof or stain-proof treatment

Dominator Elite NS1 New Snow

Dominator

Elite NS1 New Snow

snow/ski wax with unknown waterproofing agents

F
F · High PFAS

Skip until ingredients are transparent, ski wax waterproofing often involves fluorochemicals.

Waterproof or stain-proof treatment

Maxiglide 4oz xc ski wax50

Maxiglide

4oz xc ski wax50

hydrocarbon ski wax, coating/binder unspecified

F
F · High PFAS

Skip until PFAS status is disclosed, ski wax waterproofing often relies on PFAS.

Waterproof or stain-proof treatment

Maxiglide XC Ski Wax 4 oz. tub

Maxiglide

XC Ski Wax 4 oz. tub

Ski wax blend (likely hydrocarbon, paraffin, or synthetic base; coating/water-repellent coating treatment unspecified)

F
F · High PFAS

Skip until brand discloses coating chemistry, ski waxes often use fluorinated water-repellent coating treatments.

Waterproof or stain-proof treatment

DataWax Universal Ski Wax

Datawax

Universal Ski Wax

Hydrocarbon wax blend (unspecified coating composition)

F
F · High PFAS

Skip until composition transparency improves, ski wax PFAS risk profile poorly documented.

Waterproof or stain-proof treatment

Dynamic Wax - Ghost Spray On Wax for Snowboards & Skis Single Bottle

Datawax

Dynamic Wax - Ghost Spray On Wax for Snowboards & Skis Single Bottle

Spray-on wax coating (composition unspecified)

F
F · High PFAS

Skip until composition is disclosed; spray waxes often contain fluorinated water-repellent coating agents.

Waterproof or stain-proof treatment

SpringSolution All Temperature Ski and Snowboard Wax

Hertel

SpringSolution All Temperature Ski and Snowboard Wax

Hydrocarbon wax blend with undisclosed fluorinated or non-fluorinated gliding additives

F
F · High PFAS

Skip until the brand discloses wax formulation and glide-additive chemistry.

Waterproof or stain-proof treatment

Hertel Super Hot Sauce All Temperature Ski and Snowboard Wax

Hertel

Super Hot Sauce All Temperature Ski and Snowboard Wax

Hydrocarbon wax blend with undisclosed water-repellent coating

F
F · High PFAS

Skip until formulation transparency improves; ski wax water-repellent coating coatings commonly contain PFAS.

Waterproof or stain-proof treatment

Start LF10 Ski Wax | Race Room Skis 180g

Start

LF10 Ski Wax | Race Room Skis 180g

Hydrocarbon wax blend with fluorinated surfactants (typical for performance ski wax)

F
F · High PFAS

Skip or verify directly with Start, traditional race ski wax typically contains PFAS for water-repellency, and no public disclosure found.

Waterproof or stain-proof treatment

GALLIUM GIGA-SPEED Ski Wax Set

Zeledis

GALLIUM GIGA-SPEED Ski Wax Set

Hydrocarbon wax blend with unspecified fluorinated glide additives

F
F · High PFAS

Skip until composition is disclosed, ski wax glide coatings often contain fluorinated compounds.

Waterproof or stain-proof treatment

HC1 Ski Wax

Solda

HC1 Ski Wax

hydrocarbon wax blend with fluorocarbon water-repellent coating treatment

F
F · High PFAS

Skip or verify: ski wax often uses fluorocarbon water-repellent coating coatings; Solda's silence on PFAS is a red flag.

Waterproof or stain-proof treatment

Holmenkol Unisex Adult Klister Ski Wax

Holmenkol

Unisex Adult Klister Ski Wax

Hydrocarbon-based klister wax with fluorocarbon additives

F
F · High PFAS

Skip or contact Holmenkol directly, fluorocarbon ski waxes frequently contain PFAS; no public disclosure available.

Waterproof or stain-proof treatment

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