SIS Pitches · Artificial Turf & Grass
The Home Depot GREENLINE Artificial Grass Turf
Skip until manufacturer discloses coating composition and PFAS status.
Artificial grass typically uses water and stain-resistant treatments that may contain PFAS. Home Depot/SIS provides no public disclosure of coating chemistry or PFAS testing, leaving durability claims unverified.
The safe swap
Sportmaster
TrafficMaster Emerald Green Precut Turf Artificial Grass Rug
75/100 safety
Same rubric that flunked this product. The swap earned its C.
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Material
polyethylene or polypropylene turf with unknown water/stain-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
furniture 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 product is a polyethylene or polypropylene synthetic turf, the most common polymers in artificial grass because they resist UV degradation and retain shape under foot traffic. The hazard concern centers on the water and stain-resistant coating applied to the fibers, which is not publicly specified by SIS Pitches or Home Depot. Such coatings often contain fluorochemicals (including PFAS) to achieve water repellency, though some brands use non-fluorinated alternatives; without composition disclosure, the actual chemical burden cannot be assessed.
The brand's record and disclosure
SIS Pitches does not publish material safety data sheets, ingredient lists, or PFAS certifications in publicly accessible sources. Home Depot's GREENLINE line lacks third-party certifications (e.g., GSA Ecolabel, Cradle to Cradle) that would typically signal transparency on chemical inputs. The manufacturer's silence on coating identity is a red flag in a market where competitors increasingly disclose fluorochemical-free status or provide test reports.
How it compares in its category
Artificial turf as a category carries lower chemical volatility risk than natural textiles because polyethylene and polypropylene shed fewer volatile organic compounds at typical outdoor temperatures. However, brands like FieldTurf and Act Global have begun publishing PFAS-free certifications for their products, making SIS Pitches' non-disclosure stand out. Domestically sourced alternatives from companies with third-party testing are available at similar price points.
If you buy it
Artificial turf does not require heating or direct skin contact at high temperatures, so acute hazard from polymer off-gassing is minimal in outdoor garden use. Maintain by rinsing with plain water to remove debris and minimize accumulation of dust that could harbor mold. Replace infill (sand or rubber crumb) only with documented non-PFAS materials if infill replacement becomes necessary. Do not use in children's play areas or pet zones until SIS Pitches or Home Depot releases a public statement confirming the coating composition and absence of PFAS.
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.”
Fluorochemical coating (PFAS status unknown)
Water and stain-resistant coatings on synthetic turf fibers frequently contain fluorochemicals. SIS Pitches has not disclosed whether this product uses PFAS or non-fluorinated alternatives, making exposure risk unquantifiable.
Volatile organic compound off-gassing
Polyethylene and polypropylene turf shed minimal VOCs at outdoor ambient temperatures. No recalls or documented cases of significant off-gassing from this product category have been reported.
Microplastic shedding during wear
Synthetic turf fibers can fragment under heavy foot traffic or UV exposure over years. Shed microplastics may migrate into soil or storm drainage; direct inhalation risk indoors is not applicable since this is an outdoor product.
Infill contamination (if applicable)
If this product uses rubber crumb or other infill materials, those may contain heavy metals or PAHs depending on source; Home Depot and SIS Pitches do not specify infill type or sourcing for GREENLINE turf.
Mold and bacterial growth in moisture retention
Artificial turf itself does not support mold growth. However, poor drainage or leaf accumulation can trap moisture; routine rinsing and air circulation prevent this without chemical treatment.
What we don’t know
This grade is a model-based estimate from public materials, coatings, and brand disclosure at 45% 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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