Acushnet · Golf Balls & Golf Gloves
Maxfli Rain Golf Gloves
Rain gloves likely use water-repellent coating. Brand discloses nothing on PFAS.
Maxfli rain gloves are treated for water resistance, a common PFAS application. Acushnet makes no public statement on PFAS content or safer alternatives.
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Material
synthetic leather or polyurethane with water-resistant coating
Brand disclosure
Brand is silent on PFAS
Lab data
No public lab test
Why this grade
Waterproof / stain-resistant treatment
water-repellent coating treatments have historically used PFAS.
Category baseline
clothing is a category where PFAS exposure is more common.
No PFAS disclosure
No public statement about PFAS in this product.
The full breakdown
What it's made of and why it matters
Maxfli Rain Golf Gloves use synthetic leather or polyurethane base with a water-repellent coating (water-repellent coating) coating to shed moisture during play. The water-repellent coating finish is the primary functional layer and is where PFAS chemicals are typically applied in rain-protective apparel. Polyurethane itself is generally stable against leaching during normal wear, but the water-resistant coating is the chemical concern, not the substrate.
The brand's record and disclosure
Acushnet (Maxfli's parent company) has not publicly disclosed PFAS use, PFAS-free commitments, or water-repellent coating specifications for any of its product lines. The brand does not advertise third-party certifications for chemical content in apparel. No major safety recalls or chemical hazard warnings have been issued for Maxfli gloves, but silence on water-repellent coating chemistry reflects an industry-wide transparency gap rather than assurance of safety.
How it compares in its category
Most mainstream golf and rain gloves use PFAS-based water-repellent coating coatings because they are cost-effective and durable; Maxfli is typical in this respect. Premium alternatives (e.g., some higher-end brands) increasingly advertise PFAS-free water resistance, but consumer data on performance trade-offs is limited. Budget rain gloves are unlikely to disclose whether coatings are PFAS or fluorine-free, making Maxfli representative rather than an outlier.
If you buy it
Wear gloves on clean skin or under a base layer to minimize direct skin absorption of coating chemicals during extended play. Avoid washing in hot water or high heat, as this can accelerate coating degradation and potential leaching; gentle hand wash in cool water is sufficient. Replace gloves if the water-repellent finish visibly degrades (water stops beading), as coating breakdown is the primary chemical release risk. Store in a cool, dry place to extend coating life and reduce off-gassing.
Beyond PFAS: other things we checked
Established hazard classes for this product type, assessed from public information. These never change the PFAS grade; a Likely flag caps the Verdict at “Buy with care.”
PFAS in water-repellent coating water-repellent coating
Rain gloves universally use fluorinated water-repellent finishes; Acushnet does not disclose coating chemistry. PFAS exposure is dermally absorbed during wear and is the dominant non-PFAS-specific hazard for this product category.
Azo dyes in synthetic leather or colorants
No documented azo dye concerns or recalls specific to Maxfli gloves. Synthetic leather dyes in standard apparel are not typically flagged for this product category, though regulated in the EU.
Formaldehyde resins in fabric finishes
Formaldehyde is not a standard component of polyurethane water-repellent coating coatings or synthetic leather production; no known issue with Maxfli gloves in available records.
Coating degradation and leaching over time
As water-repellent coating coatings degrade from washing, UV exposure, or heat, embedded PFAS or other coating chemicals may leach onto skin or into wash water. Glove lifespan and coating durability are unknown for this specific product.
Skin irritation or contact sensitivity
No documented allergic reactions, contact dermatitis, or irritation specific to Maxfli Rain Gloves reported in public records. Polyurethane and synthetic leather are generally well-tolerated on intact skin.
What we don’t know
This grade is a model-based estimate from public materials, coatings, and brand disclosure at 45% confidence. It is not a lab result.
No independent PFAS lab test is on record for this exact product. A lab test could move the score in either direction.
The brand has not made a specific, verifiable PFAS-free statement, so part of this score reflects that missing disclosure rather than a confirmed material.
Formulations and coatings change between production runs. Always check the current label before buying.
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