Honma · Golf Equipment & Apparel
Hydro Grip – Rain Ready Golf Glove for Wet Conditions
Skip until brand discloses water-resistant treatment details.
Wet-condition golf glove relies on undisclosed water-resistant coating, a common PFAS application. No public material transparency or third-party verification available.
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Material
Synthetic leather or textile 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
Hydro Grip uses synthetic leather or treated textile with a water-resistant coating to repel moisture during play. Synthetic leather (polyurethane or PVC) itself is relatively stable, but the water-resistant finish applied to achieve rain-ready performance is the concern. These coatings commonly rely on PFAS (PFAS "forever chemicals") to create the water-repellent coating layer, though Honma has not disclosed the specific treatment used. The glove's durability and comfort depend on this coating, but the coating's chemical composition directly affects safety in skin contact.
The brand's record and disclosure
Honma is a Japanese golf equipment manufacturer with minimal public transparency regarding chemical treatment details for apparel lines. The brand has not released statements about PFAS avoidance, supplier certifications (such as ZDHC Gateway or bluesign), or third-party testing of their water-resistant treatments. No established product recalls or safety controversies for this specific glove line are on record. The lack of proactive disclosure is a yellow flag for a product category where water-resistant finishes are a primary selling point.
How it compares in its category
Rain-ready golf gloves are a niche within apparel; most competitors (including brands like Callaway, FootJoy, and TaylorMade) similarly use water-resistant coatings without public PFAS disclosure. A smaller subset of brands now offer PFAS-free water-repellent alternatives using wax-based or fluorocarbon-free polymers, though these are less common in the golf market. Honma's positioning as a premium brand creates an expectation of higher transparency that is not evident here. For the core textile weave and synthetic leather substrate, this glove likely performs as expected for the category.
If you buy it
Wear the glove directly on skin only during intended use (golf rounds in wet conditions); do not wear for extended periods or while exercising heavily, which could increase absorption of any leachable compounds from the coating. Wash the glove in cool water with mild detergent after each wet-condition use to remove dirt and reduce coating degradation, then air-dry away from heat and direct sunlight. Replace the glove if the water-repellent coating visibly breaks down (beading stops working, material feels tacky, or seams separate). Store in a dry location; do not expose to heat sources, solvents, or prolonged UV, all of which accelerate coating breakdown and potential leaching.
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 or releasers in synthetic leather
No public record of formaldehyde-based finish on this specific glove model. Polyurethane synthetic leather may use formaldehyde in adhesives or crosslinkers, but Honma has not disclosed this detail and testing is unavailable.
Azo dyes or colorfast treatments
Standard apparel manufacturing may include azo dyes, which can release carcinogenic amines under sweat and friction. No testing or restriction statement from Honma for this product line is on record.
Water-resistant coating degradation and leaching
The water-resistant treatment is designed to last through washing and wear but will degrade over time, potentially releasing residual monomers or oligomers into skin contact zones. Without knowledge of the specific coating chemistry, the rate and nature of this leaching cannot be predicted.
Antimony or heavy metals in polyester or synthetic substrate
Antimony is used as a catalyst in polyester synthesis and may be present in trace amounts. No testing or supplier certification (e.g., ZDHC, BLUESIGN) has been disclosed by Honma for this glove.
Fragrance allergens or skin sensitizers in coating or finish
Water-resistant coatings and synthetic leather finishes may include fragrance compounds or chemical crosslinkers that trigger contact dermatitis in sensitive individuals. Honma provides no ingredient disclosure for this product.
What we don’t know
This grade is a model-based estimate from public materials, coatings, and brand disclosure at 35% 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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