Odyssey · Golf Balls & Golf Equipment
Eastside Golf Blue Left Hand Swingman Golf Glove
Lower PFAS concern; golf glove lacks high-risk treatments typical of category.
Golf gloves are typically uncoated leather or synthetic materials without waterproofing or stain resistance treatments. Odyssey makes no PFAS claims and the product carries no visible risk factors.
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leather or synthetic leather 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
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
Golf gloves are typically constructed from leather (often cabretta or sheepskin) or synthetic leather blends, with minimal chemical processing compared to apparel with dyes or finishes. The Eastside/Odyssey glove uses either genuine or synthetic leather as the primary material, which avoids heavy dye loads, formaldehyde resins, and flame retardant treatments common in technical textiles. Leather itself carries low chemical hazard risk if tanned conventionally, though synthetic alternatives may contain trace plasticizers depending on the polymer used.
The brand's record and disclosure
Odyssey (golf brand owned by Callaway Sports) maintains a limited public safety and chemical disclosure footprint; no major recalls or safety controversies involving gloves are on record. The brand does not actively publicize material sourcing or third-party certifications for this product category. Industry-standard golf glove production does not typically trigger regulatory scrutiny, and Odyssey has not been flagged in apparel chemical databases for this product line.
How it compares in its category
Golf gloves carry lower chemical risk than most apparel because they involve minimal dyeing, coating, and finishing compared to performance fabrics or work gloves with antimicrobial or water-repellent treatments. Leather gloves specifically avoid synthetic dyes and formaldehyde resins altogether if natural tanning is used. This product sits in the lower-hazard tier of its category; comparable branded alternatives (Titleist, FootJoy) show similar safety profiles with no established chemical concerns.
If you buy it
Store the glove in a dry location to prevent mold growth and leather degradation; avoid prolonged heat or direct sunlight, which can degrade synthetic materials. Wash occasionally with mild soap and water if needed, then air-dry flat. Inspect the glove for cracking, separation of seams, or deterioration of the grip surface before each use. Replace when the surface becomes slick or worn, typically after one to two seasons of regular play.
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.”
Azo dyes and synthetic dye residues
Golf gloves generally undergo minimal dyeing; if leather, natural tanning is typical. No azo dye concerns have been reported for Odyssey or mainstream golf glove brands.
Formaldehyde resins in fabric finishes
Golf gloves do not require wrinkle-resistance, water-repellency, or antimicrobial finishes that would introduce formaldehyde donors. This hazard class is not applicable to this product type.
Heavy metals in leather tanning or synthetic coatings
Leather tanned using chromium salts may contain trace chromium; direct skin contact during wear is low-risk for absorption. Synthetic leather alternatives are chemically inert but may contain trace metallic pigments if colored, though exposure during gloved hand use is negligible.
Phthalates in synthetic leather or polymer blend
Some synthetic leather formulations use plasticizers including phthalates; no specific testing or recalls are on record for Odyssey gloves. Direct skin contact during short wear periods (golf rounds of 2-4 hours) presents minimal dermal absorption risk.
Antimony in polyester or synthetic base layers
Golf gloves are typically leather or leather-faced and do not incorporate polyester base fabrics requiring antimony catalysts in production. This hazard is not applicable to this product.
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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