Toko · Ski & Sports Wax
Eco Skinproof Glide Wax
Ski wax with undisclosed waterproof treatment; PFAS risk unclear without formulation details.
Toko's ski wax uses wax base but applies waterproofing coatings whose composition is not publicly detailed. Brand makes no PFAS disclosure or claims.
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100/100 safety
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Material
paraffin wax with waterproof 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
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
Eco Skinproof Glide is paraffin wax, a petroleum byproduct that is thermally stable and non-toxic at normal ski temperatures. The 'waterproof treatment' is the critical unknown: Toko does not publicly disclose whether this uses PFAS-based water repellents (common in performance ski waxes) or alternative chemistries. Paraffin itself poses minimal inhalation risk during normal application, but overheating can produce low-level aliphatic hydrocarbon vapors.
The brand's record and disclosure
Toko is a Swiss ski-wax manufacturer with decades of market presence but has not published ingredient lists, PFAS-free certifications, or third-party safety testing for consumer-facing products. The brand markets 'Eco' positioning without substantiating environmental or toxicological claims. No recalls or regulatory actions are on public record for this specific product. The silence on waterproof chemistry is typical of the ski-wax industry but creates accountability gaps.
How it compares in its category
Most performance ski waxes contain either PFAS-treated bases or proprietary fluorocarbon additives for durability; paraffin-only formulations are less common and generally perform lower. Toko's lack of transparency places this product in middle ground: cheaper than certified PFAS-free alternatives (e.g., Swix Bio line), but without the disclosure confidence of brands that voluntarily test. Hobbyist and entry-level skiers are less likely to encounter overheating risks than racers.
If you buy it
Apply wax in a well-ventilated space and avoid melting to smoke (keep iron below 160C / 320F). Store in a cool, dry place away from food; wax residue on hands should be washed off before eating. Replace when base glide performance noticeably drops, typically after 3-5 days of skiing. If you are pregnant, training intensively in enclosed spaces, or sensitive to hydrocarbon exposure, request a full ingredient disclosure from Toko or switch to a brand with certified PFAS-free labeling.
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 waterproof treatment
Undisclosed waterproofing formula typical of ski waxes; PFAS-based fluorocarbon coatings are industry standard but not confirmed for this product. Bioaccumulative if ingested or inhaled chronically.
Thermal decomposition (aliphatic hydrocarbons)
Overheated paraffin releases low-volatility wax vapors. Risk is minor during normal application but increases if iron temperature exceeds safe ranges or if wax is melted in unventilated spaces.
Skin contact irritation
Paraffin wax is not sensitizing or irritating in standard use. No specific allergic reactions reported for this product.
Heavy metals or additives
Paraffin wax as a base material is not a known source of lead, cadmium, or other heavy metals. No public testing data available for this specific product.
Microplastic shedding
Paraffin wax does not break down into microplastics during use; it is a hydrocarbon polymer that sheds mechanically as skis wear but is not plastic-derived.
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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