Ande · Fishing Line
Ande Monofilament Line
Lower concern: monofilament fishing line is unlikely to contain PFAS, but Ande provides no public disclosure.
Ande monofilament line is primarily nylon extruded into fishing line, a material class not typically associated with intentional PFAS use. No public claims, certifications, or third-party testing data are available.
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Monofilament nylon fishing line
Brand disclosure
Brand is silent on PFAS
Lab data
No public lab test
Why this grade
Category baseline
other is a category where PFAS exposure is more common.
No PFAS disclosure
No public statement about PFAS in this product.
Safe base material
Made from a material with no inherent PFAS use (ceramic, mineral, or natural fiber).
The full breakdown
What it's made of and why it matters
Ande Monofilament Line is extruded nylon (polyamide 6 or 6.6), a single-strand polymer that has been the fishing industry standard for decades. Nylon monofilament is chemically stable in aquatic environments and does not readily degrade or leach additives under normal freshwater or saltwater use. Unlike some older plastic fishing gear, modern monofilament does not contain intentional flame retardants, BPA, or phthalates as part of its formulation.
The brand's record and disclosure
Ande is a well-established fishing line manufacturer with no publicly documented safety recalls, contamination incidents, or environmental violations in available records. The brand provides no transparency regarding PFAS content or manufacturing processes, which is typical for fishing tackle companies and not unusual in this unregulated product segment. No independent testing of Ande monofilament for hazardous additives has been published in consumer safety databases.
How it compares in its category
Monofilament fishing line is inherently one of the lower-hazard recreational products; it does not contact food, skin for extended periods, or generate heat in normal use. Ande's monofilament occupies the mid-to-premium price tier and is chemically equivalent to competitors like Berkley, SpiderWire monofilament, and store brands, all made from extruded nylon with similar stability profiles. Braided lines (which may contain more additives) and fluorocarbon lines carry slightly higher unknowns regarding additive packages.
If you buy it
Store spools in a cool, dry place away from direct sunlight, as UV exposure degrades nylon over time and reduces strength (not a toxicity issue, but functional). Replace line annually if used frequently, or every 2-3 years if stored; old monofilament becomes brittle and more prone to breaking during use. Dispose of old line in regular trash or recycling where facilities accept it; monofilament does not biodegrade and should never be abandoned on land or water. No special handling precautions are needed during normal use; wear gloves if desired to prevent line cuts, not due to chemical exposure.
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.”
Nylon polymer degradation and brittleness
Extended storage or UV exposure can cause nylon monofilament to become brittle and lose tensile strength, leading to line breakage during use. This is a functional failure, not a health hazard, but old line should be replaced to avoid failure in the field.
Minor skin irritation from abrasion
Monofilament line can cause minor cuts or abrasion if it contacts skin under tension, particularly during casting or handling of snagged line. This is a mechanical injury risk common to all fishing line types, not a chemical hazard.
Environmental persistence if discarded
Monofilament fishing line is persistent in the environment and poses entanglement risk to wildlife if lost or improperly discarded. This is an ecological concern, not a direct consumer health hazard, but supports responsible disposal practices.
Additive leaching into water
No evidence of migration of additives from Ande monofilament into freshwater or saltwater under normal fishing conditions. Nylon monofilament is chemically inert in aqueous environments and does not release BPA, phthalates, or other common plastic additives.
Intentional heavy metals or flame retardants
Modern monofilament fishing line does not require or typically contain added lead, cadmium, antimony, or halogenated flame retardants. Manufacturing standards for nylon monofilament do not incorporate these additives.
What we don’t know
This grade is a model-based estimate from public materials, coatings, and brand disclosure at 72% 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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