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Nike All Weather Golf Gloves
Skip until Nike discloses water-resistant treatment chemistry.
Nike does not publicly disclose PFAS status or water-repellent coating treatment details for this glove. Water-resistant coatings on apparel commonly contain legacy PFAS; without brand transparency, risk remains uncertain.
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Material
synthetic leather or polyurethane with water-resistant treatment
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
Nike All Weather Golf Gloves are constructed from synthetic leather or polyurethane with a water-resistant surface treatment. Polyurethane itself is stable when cured, but the manufacturing process often involves formaldehyde-based resins and dyes (particularly azo dyes for coloring) that can off-gas or migrate during initial use and storage. Water-resistant coatings applied to the material are the primary unknown here, Nike does not publicly disclose whether these use PFAS-based hydrophobic chemistry or alternative treatments, which is a significant transparency gap for a premium product.
The brand's record and disclosure
Nike has faced scrutiny over supply-chain chemical safety and environmental impact but does not systematically publish ingredient lists or water-treatment chemistry for apparel. The brand has not earned third-party certifications like OEKO-TEX for chemical compliance on most golf products. No major recalls or health incidents specific to Nike golf gloves have been documented in public databases, but the brand's silence on PFAS and other restricted chemicals in performance textiles is noteworthy given competitor transparency efforts.
How it compares in its category
Golf gloves occupy a niche where water-resistance is a selling feature, making PFAS-treated synthetic leather common across brands (Callaway, Titleist, FootJoy). Nike's premium positioning does not translate to superior chemical transparency compared to cheaper alternatives. Some brands now offer PFAS-free or OEKO-TEX certified gloves, but they are less common in the golf segment than in mainstream athletic wear.
If you buy it
Wear new gloves outdoors in fresh air for 24-48 hours before first use to allow initial off-gassing of residual formaldehyde and volatile organics. Hand-wash in cool water and air-dry; avoid prolonged heat exposure (direct sun, dryers) which can degrade polyurethane and accelerate chemical leaching. Replace when seams separate or material becomes stiff or cracked, typically 1-2 years with regular use. Store in a cool, dry place away from direct sunlight to minimize 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 polyurethane production
Synthetic leather and polyurethane textiles commonly retain trace formaldehyde from manufacturing resins. Nike does not test or certify these products under OEKO-TEX, which would limit formaldehyde to 30 ppm (apparel). Initial off-gassing is typical but typically subsides after brief air exposure.
Azo dyes and color transfer
Black, white, and multi-color golf gloves routinely use azo-based dyes. While EU and most major markets restrict harmful azo dyes (those cleaving to carcinogenic amines), Nike products are generally compliant with these standards. Risk is low for hand-worn gloves but color bleeding onto light-colored clothing during wet conditions is a cosmetic rather than health issue.
Polyurethane degradation and leachates
Polyurethane breaks down over time when exposed to UV, moisture, and heat, potentially releasing unreacted monomers and plasticizers. Golf gloves are hand-worn and not ingested, limiting direct exposure risk, but degrading material in sweaty conditions (hand perspiration) may increase dermal contact with breakdown products.
Undisclosed water-resistant treatment chemistry (PFAS or alternative)
Nike has not publicly identified whether the water-resistant finish uses PFAS-based fluorocarbon coatings, siloxanes, or non-fluorine alternatives. This lack of disclosure is a documented transparency gap for performance apparel and prevents full hazard assessment.
Antimony in polyester blend components
If glove seams or reinforcements use polyester thread, antimony trioxide catalysts may be present at trace levels. No specific antimony contamination has been reported in Nike golf gloves, and hand-contact exposure is minimal.
What we don’t know
This grade is a model-based estimate from public materials, coatings, and brand disclosure at 55% 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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