Dunlop · Golf Equipment & Apparel
Used Dunlop Womens Md Lh Grey Golf Glove
Lower concern. Standard golf glove, no waterproofing disclosed.
Used golf glove with leather palm and synthetic backing. No PFAS-specific treatment disclosed by Dunlop. Standard glove materials suggest lower risk, though used condition unknown.
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Material
leather palm, synthetic back, standard golf glove
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
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
This glove combines a leather palm (typically sheepskin or goat leather in golf gloves) with a synthetic back, most likely polyester or nylon mesh. The leather palm provides grip and durability, while the synthetic back offers stretch and breathability. Leather is inherently low-toxicity compared to synthetic polymers, though the tanning process historically used chromium salts that could leave trace heavy metals; modern tanning has largely shifted to vegetable or chrome-III methods, which are safer.
The brand's record and disclosure
Dunlop does not publicly disclose material safety certifications or chemical content for its golf gloves on standard product pages. No major recalls or chemical safety controversies specific to Dunlop golf gloves are documented in public health databases. As a used item, any chemical off-gassing from the manufacturing process would have substantially diminished; the glove has been in circulation and exposed to air and moisture, reducing residual volatile organic compound (VOC) risk.
How it compares in its category
Leather-palm golf gloves are the industry standard and considered safer than all-synthetic alternatives, which can trap moisture and degrade faster. This glove's hybrid construction (leather palm, synthetic back) is typical for mid-range women's golf gloves and avoids the cost and environmental issues of premium all-leather designs. No major safety advantage exists between Dunlop and competitors like Titleist or Callaway in this segment; all rely on similar tanning and textile processes.
If you buy it
Wash the glove occasionally in cool water with mild soap to remove sweat and dirt that accelerate material breakdown; avoid machine washing or high heat. Store in a cool, dry place away from direct sunlight to prevent leather cracking and synthetic fiber weakening. Replace when the palm becomes slick or seams separate, typically after 1-2 years of regular use. Check for visible mold or mildew, especially if stored damp, and discard if present; these are hygiene concerns, not toxicity.
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.”
Chromium residue in leather (tanning byproduct)
Leather tanning historically used hexavalent chromium; modern methods predominantly use chromium-III or vegetable tanning, which are far less hazardous. No data exists on Dunlop's specific tanning process, but industry shift and time elapsed in a used glove make exposure minimal.
Azo dyes (synthetic back colorants)
Synthetic textile backings in golf gloves may contain azo dyes; no recalls or documented issues specific to Dunlop gloves. EU and most major manufacturers have phased out carcinogenic azo dyes, and skin contact via a glove worn briefly daily presents negligible risk.
Formaldehyde resins (textile finishing)
Synthetic fabrics can be treated with formaldehyde-based resins for crease resistance or durability. Dunlop does not disclose use; however, a used glove will have off-gassed substantially, and golf gloves receive minimal formaldehyde finishing compared to apparel that contacts skin directly for hours.
Microbial growth (if poorly stored)
Leather and synthetic blends trap moisture from sweat; if a used glove was stored damp or moldy before purchase, fungal or bacterial contamination is a hygiene concern. Visual inspection and air-drying before use mitigates this; it is not a chemical toxicity hazard.
Synthetic fiber shedding (microfiber release)
The polyester or nylon back may shed small fibers with wear, but ingestion or inhalation risk is negligible for a hand-worn item. No safety data flags this as a concern for golf gloves in particular.
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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