Acushnet · Golf Balls & Golf Gloves
Mizuno Golf RainFit Gloves
Golf gloves with water resistance; PFAS treatment details undisclosed by brand.
Mizuno RainFit gloves use water-resistant coatings typical of rain apparel, but the brand does not publicly disclose PFAS presence or absence. water-repellent coating-treated textiles commonly contain PFAS.
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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
Mizuno RainFit gloves use synthetic leather or polyurethane as the base material, which is a petroleum-derived polymer chosen for durability and water resistance. The water-resistant coating applied to the surface is the functional component that makes the glove repel moisture, but Acushnet has not publicly disclosed the chemistry of this coating. Polyurethane itself is stable during normal use, but the durability of the coating degrades with repeated washing, flexing, and sun exposure, which is typical for athletic gloves.
The brand's record and disclosure
Acushnet (Mizuno's parent company) has not issued public statements on PFAS use in golf gloves or their water-resistant treatments. The brand does not advertise third-party certifications such as OEKO-TEX or Bluesign for this product line, which limits independent verification of chemical content. No recalls or documented controversies specific to RainFit gloves have been established in public records, but the silence on water-resistance chemistry is typical of the golf equipment industry and reflects minimal regulatory pressure on athletic apparel.
How it compares in its category
Most golf gloves with water resistance rely on similar polyurethane-based coatings; RainFit is mid-market in price and performance. Brands like Callaway and TaylorMade use comparable synthetic leather without public PFAS disclosure either, making this product representative rather than outlier. Higher-end alternatives sometimes cite water-repellent coating (durable water-resistant) treatments, but specifics remain proprietary across the industry. Budget or premium alternatives do not meaningfully reduce chemical uncertainty.
If you buy it
Wash gloves by hand in cool water with mild soap; avoid hot water and machine washing, which accelerate coating breakdown and potential material off-gassing. Air-dry flat away from direct heat and sunlight to preserve the water-resistant layer. Replace gloves when the coating visibly peels, the synthetic leather cracks, or water no longer beads on the surface, typically every 1-2 seasons depending on use frequency. Store in a cool, dry place to slow polyurethane degradation.
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.”
Formaldehyde resins in synthetic leather
Polyurethane and faux leather coatings sometimes contain formaldehyde-releasing resins for durability. Mizuno does not disclose resin chemistry; direct skin contact during wear is low-risk, but off-gassing during storage or high heat is a minor concern for indoor bags.
Azo dyes in color pigmentation
No established reports of azo dye use or restricted amine release from Mizuno RainFit gloves. However, synthetic leather is typically dyed, and brand does not publish dye standards or certifications that would rule out problematic azo compounds.
Coating degradation and microparticle shedding
Polyurethane coatings on athletic gloves deteriorate with use, potentially releasing microparticles during washing and wear. This is a known durability issue for the product category rather than a toxicological hazard, but repeated skin contact with shed coating particles is unavoidable with aging gloves.
Undisclosed water-resistant treatment chemistry
The brand has not revealed whether the water-resistant finish uses Teflon-type coating, wax-based, or other chemistry. Absence of disclosure prevents full assessment; typical golf glove water-resistant treatments are generally low-hazard during normal use but unknown in this case.
Heavy metals in synthetic leather pigments
No specific reports of lead, cadmium, or antimony contamination in Mizuno RainFit gloves. Polyurethane-based synthetics carry lower inherent risk than ceramic glazes, but brand provides no heavy metal testing data or limits.
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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