Vauhti · Ski Wax
Vauhti Pure Race Old Snow Cold Liquid 80ml
Lower PFAS concern for a hydrocarbon ski wax, but no brand transparency on chemistry.
Vauhti Pure Race Old Snow Cold is a liquid ski wax intended for low-temperature snow conditions. Traditional hydrocarbon-based waxes typically do not contain PFAS, though the brand provides no public disclosure of formulation or PFAS testing. Without third-party verification or explicit claims, confidence remains moderate.
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Liquid ski wax (hydrocarbon-based)
Brand disclosure
Brand is silent on PFAS
Lab data
No public lab test
Why this grade
Category baseline
other is a category where PFAS exposure is more common.
No PFAS disclosure
No public statement about PFAS in this product.
Safe base material
Made from a material with no inherent PFAS use (ceramic, mineral, or natural fiber).
The full breakdown
What it's made of and why it matters
Vauhti Pure Race Old Snow is a liquid hydrocarbon-based ski wax designed for cold conditions. Hydrocarbon waxes are simpler chemically than fluorocarbon formulations and carry reduced PFAS exposure compared to high-fluorine alternatives. The 'liquid' format means it's applied by brushing or spraying, minimizing inhalation risk versus hot-wax iron application, though solvents present in the carrier typically include petroleum distillates that can off-gas.
The brand's record and disclosure
Vauhti is a Finnish ski-care brand with no major product recalls or public safety controversies on record. However, the brand provides no publicly available chemical ingredient list or PFAS transparency statement, making independent verification of formulation claims difficult. They position products around performance rather than safety certification (no bluesign or similar eco-labeling noted for this line).
How it compares in its category
Liquid hydrocarbon waxes sit in the middle ground of ski wax categories: simpler than fluorinated race waxes (which often carry PFOS/PFOA) but more volatile than solid paraffin blocks. This product is typical for cold-weather performance waxes targeting recreational and competitive skiers. Alternatives like Toko or Swix offer similar hydrocarbon liquids with slightly better documented ingredient transparency, though performance differences are marginal.
If you buy it
Apply in a well-ventilated space or outdoors to avoid inhaling solvent vapors; do not heat beyond the recommended application temperature (liquid waxes typically require no iron). Store sealed and away from direct sunlight to prevent evaporation and solvent loss. Replace when wax becomes depleted or contaminated with dirt. Wash hands after application and avoid contact with eyes or prolonged skin exposure, as hydrocarbon solvents can cause mild irritation.
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.”
Volatile organic compounds (VOC) / solvent off-gassing
Liquid ski waxes rely on petroleum distillate carriers for application fluidity. Exposure during and shortly after application can cause headache or respiratory irritation in poorly ventilated spaces; no specific solvent identity disclosed by Vauhti.
Skin and eye irritation from direct contact
Hydrocarbon waxes and their solvents are mild irritants; accidental eye contact or prolonged skin contact during application can cause redness or discomfort, typical of the category.
Aspiration hazard if ingested
Like all liquid waxes, accidental ingestion (especially by children) poses a low-level aspiration and gastrointestinal irritation risk. Product is not food-grade and should be stored out of reach.
Contamination and microbe growth if container compromised
Sealed 80ml bottles are low-risk, but once opened, repeated exposure to air and moisture can allow microbial growth or solvent evaporation over months, degrading product efficacy and increasing irritation risk.
Heavy metals or toxic additives in wax formulation
No recalls or public testing have identified lead, cadmium, or other heavy metals in Vauhti ski waxes. Standard industry practice does not include these, though full composition disclosure would confirm.
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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