Briko-Maplus · Ski & Winter Sports Wax
MAPLUS GM BASE SOLID COLD 50 gr
Wax base unlikely to contain PFAS, but brand discloses nothing.
MAPLUS GM is a hydrocarbon wax base for cross-country skis. No known PFAS risk for this wax type, though the brand provides no formal PFAS statement.
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Hydrocarbon ski wax base
Brand disclosure
Brand is silent on PFAS
Lab data
No public lab test
Why this grade
Safe base material
Made from a material with no inherent PFAS use (ceramic, mineral, or natural fiber).
Category baseline
other 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
MAPLUS GM BASE SOLID COLD is a hydrocarbon-derived ski wax base formulated for cold snow conditions. Hydrocarbon waxes are petroleum-based paraffin and microcrystalline compounds, chemically inert when solid and applied to ski bases. The risk profile of hydrocarbon ski waxes is low because they remain stable at room and body temperature and are not ingested, inhaled as fumes under normal use, or absorbed through skin during application.
The brand's record and disclosure
Briko-Maplus is an established Italian ski wax manufacturer with decades of market presence but maintains minimal public transparency on chemical composition, sourcing, or testing beyond product performance claims. No major recalls, safety alerts, or controversies regarding this product line are on record in public databases. The brand does not publish independent safety certifications or PFAS avoidance statements, leaving composition verification to industry reputation and regulatory compliance by default.
How it compares in its category
Hydrocarbon-based ski waxes like this one are the mainstream category standard and generally considered safer than fluorocarbon waxes (which historically contained PFOA/PFOS). Cold-temperature hydrocarbon bases are chemically simpler than multi-additive all-temperature formulations and carry lower risk of processing contaminants. This product occupies the typical safety tier for recreational ski wax without premium eco-certifications or advanced disclosure.
If you buy it
Store in a cool, dry place away from direct heat or sunlight to prevent softening and degradation. Apply with a warm iron (not hot) and avoid inhaling wax dust or fumes during application; use in ventilated spaces. Replace when color darkens significantly or performance drops visibly, typically after 5-15 ski days depending on snow and wear. Wash hands after application and keep away from food and children's mouths, as with all wax products.
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.”
Inhalation of mineral oil mist or dust during application
Heating and scraping hydrocarbon wax can generate fine particulates; prolonged unventilated exposure may cause mild respiratory irritation in sensitive individuals. No specific health threshold or incident record exists for this product.
Skin sensitization or contact dermatitis from additives
Hydrocarbon wax bases are generally non-irritating, but minor additives (colorants, hardeners) are not publicly detailed. Reactions are rare but possible in individuals with petroleum-product sensitivity.
Heavy metal contamination from crude petroleum feedstock
Hydrocarbon ski waxes are refined products; regulatory standards in EU and North America typically control trace metals in food-grade and cosmetic paraffins. No testing or recalls for this product suggest compliance, but brand does not disclose feedstock or QA data.
Packaging off-gassing or leachables
Product is supplied as solid wax in standard plastic or paper packaging. No information on packaging material composition; risk is minimal for a non-volatile solid stored at room temperature.
Teflon-type coating (Teflon) contamination in wax or additives
This is a hydrocarbon-only base, not a fluorinated wax. Teflon-type coating is not a typical additive in cold-temperature hydrocarbon bases, making this hazard absent by product design.
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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