TaylorMade · Golf Equipment & Apparel
TAYLORMADE MEN RAIN CONTROL 1 PAIR GLOVES Black/Gray / Medium
Golf gloves likely treated for water resistance; PFAS ingredients undisclosed.
TaylorMade Rain Control gloves are designed for wet-weather grip and include water-repellent treatment, a common PFAS application. Brand discloses no information about chemical composition or PFAS avoidance.
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Material
Synthetic leather / polyurethane with water-repellent 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
TaylorMade Rain Control gloves use synthetic polyurethane leather (not animal leather) with an applied water-repellent coating, likely a water-repellent coating (water-repellent coating) treatment. Polyurethane itself is generally stable during normal wear, but the surface treatment is the primary concern since water-resistance coatings historically relied on PFAS chemistry, though modern formulations increasingly use non-fluorinated alternatives. The black/gray coloring introduces potential for azo dyes or heavy metal pigments in the synthetic base, though polyurethane gloves typically use lower-risk dyes than natural leather.
The brand's record and disclosure
TaylorMade does not publicly disclose the chemical composition of glove treatments or certify compliance with restricted substance lists (RSL) such as BLUESIGN or GOTS. The brand has made no public statements about PFAS avoidance or transition to PFAS-free water-repellent coating alternatives in apparel. This silence is consistent with most golf equipment manufacturers, which lag behind outdoor and athletic wear brands in chemical transparency. No recalls or contamination incidents specific to TaylorMade gloves are on record.
How it compares in its category
Rain-control golf gloves inherently carry higher chemical-treatment risk than uncoated synthetic gloves because water resistance requires added coatings. Compared to premium brands like Callaway or Titleist, TaylorMade offers mid-market pricing with similar disclosure gaps. Alternatives include untreated synthetic gloves or leather gloves treated with beeswax or silicone water-repellent coating, though these trade water performance for reduced chemical risk. No major competitor in this category publicly guarantees PFAS-free treatment.
If you buy it
Wash gloves by hand in cool water with mild soap after each use to remove sweat, which accelerates coating breakdown and can increase skin contact with underlying chemicals. Air dry flat or on a glove stretcher; do not machine wash, tumble dry, or expose to direct heat, which degrades polyurethane. Replace gloves every 12-18 months or when the grip surface deteriorates visibly, as degraded coatings may release particles. Store in a breathable bag to prevent moisture entrapment, which promotes mold and accelerates material breakdown.
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.”
Water-repellent treatment (likely PFAS or unspecified water-repellent coating)
Golf gloves are typically treated with water-repellent coating coatings; TaylorMade does not disclose whether this is PFAS-based or PFAS-free. Direct skin contact during wear is the primary exposure route. Graded separately as PFAS (20/100).
Azo dyes in synthetic leather
No specific azo dye contamination reported in TaylorMade golf gloves. Polyurethane gloves typically use lower-risk colorants than leather, but ingredient disclosure is absent. Risk is theoretical rather than established.
Heavy metal pigments (cadmium, lead in colorants)
Black and gray polyurethane gloves could contain metallic pigments, but no contamination incidents or test results for TaylorMade products are on record. Standard industry practice in sports gloves does not typically involve high-risk metals.
Polyurethane degradation and particle shedding
Synthetic polyurethane gloves degrade with sweat exposure and flexing, releasing microparticles. This is not a chemical toxicity hazard but a mechanical wear issue; replacement every 12-18 months limits chronic exposure.
Formaldehyde releasers in synthetic leather finish
Formaldehyde-releasing resins are more common in textile finishes than in polyurethane glove coatings, and no specific testing or reports exist for TaylorMade Rain Control gloves.
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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