Odyssey · Golf Balls & Golf Gloves
Galway Bay Apparel, LLC Men's Golf Rain Gloves
Skip until coating details disclosed; water-repellent coating treatments often contain PFAS
Golf rain gloves with unspecified waterproof coating. Brand provides no PFAS disclosure or safety information, typical PFAS risk for water-repellent textiles.
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Material
Synthetic fabric with water-resistant coating, unspecified
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
Odyssey lists this as synthetic fabric with water-resistant coating but does not specify the coating chemistry, polymer type, or finish brand. water-repellent coating (water-repellent coating) coatings on athletic gloves historically use fluorochemicals (PFAS family) to achieve water beading and durability through repeated use and washing. Without disclosure of polyurethane vs. silicone vs. fluorocarbon basis, you cannot assess whether this glove carries persistent bioaccumulative compounds in the coating.
The brand's record and disclosure
Odyssey is owned by Callaway Golf and does not publicly disclose water-resistance treatment chemistry on product pages or technical sheets for apparel. The brand has not signed AFIRM (Apparel Industry Commitment to Reduce Chemicals) or similar transparency pledges. No third-party certifications (Bluesign, OEKO-TEX) are listed, limiting independent verification of finish safety.
How it compares in its category
Golf rain gloves span a wide spectrum: budget models often use cheaper Teflon-type coating or fluorocarbon water-repellent coating, premium brands increasingly switch to Teflon-type coating-free or wax-based alternatives (e.g., organic cotton blends with paraffin). Odyssey positions here as mid-tier athletic performance, where cost and durability often override toxicology disclosure. Competitors at similar price points rarely disclose coating type either.
If you buy it
Wash by hand in cool water; avoid machine heat and dryers, which can degrade or off-gas coating. Do not bleach or use fabric softeners, which interact unpredictably with undisclosed finishes. Replace when water no longer beads (typically 1-2 seasons) rather than re-treating, as home water-repellent coating sprays introduce additional unknown chemistry. Request material safety data sheet from retailer or manufacturer if concerns persist.
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.”
PFAS in water-resistant coating
water-repellent coating finishes on synthetic golf gloves commonly use PFAS (C6 or C8 fluorochemicals) to meet durability standards; Odyssey does not disclose treatment type, making presence unconfirmed but typical for this category and price point.
Formaldehyde in synthetic fiber or finish resin
No published recalls or warnings specific to Odyssey golf apparel for formaldehyde. Synthetic polyester/nylon blends may contain trace formaldehyde resins from dyeing or anti-wrinkle finishing; risk is low for athletic gloves but unverified by third-party test.
Azo dyes in synthetic fabric
Golf glove colorways (black, white, navy) do not trigger azo-dye regulation red flags in EU or California. No brand-specific reports. Risk is minimal unless glove is heavily hand-dyed in-house, which Odyssey does not do.
Coating degradation and microplastic shedding
Undisclosed water-resistant coatings can flake or shed into skin or washing water as they wear. Microplastic particle risk is material-dependent (Teflon-type coating vs. polyurethane behave differently); cannot assess without coating identification.
Allergic contact reaction to finish or dye
No published complaints of dermatitis or allergic reaction to Odyssey golf gloves. Risk is low for most users but individualized; those with synthetic-sensitive skin should test on small area first.
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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