Zeledis · Ski Wax
Super Glide Wax Solid
Lower concern, wax solids rarely use PFAS, but Zeledis provides no transparency.
Wax-based products are not typical PFAS-use categories and carry lower inherent risk. However, Zeledis offers no public disclosure about ingredients or treatment. Without lab data or brand transparency, confidence is moderate; contact the maker directly if PFAS assurance matters to you.
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Wax solid (presumed natural or refined paraffin/hydrocarbon)
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
Super Glide Wax Solid is a hydrocarbon-based ski wax, likely composed of refined paraffin, microcrystalline wax, or similar mineral waxes blended with minor additives for glide performance. Solid waxes in this category do not require solvents or fluorinated compounds for function, making them inherently lower-risk than liquid or spray formulations. The material is applied by friction (rubbing or hot-iron application) and remains on the ski base; skin and inhalation exposure is minimal under normal use.
The brand's record and disclosure
Zeledis provides no publicly available material safety data sheet, ingredient transparency, or certifications for this product. No recalled batches, contamination incidents, or regulatory actions against Zeledis ski wax are on record. The brand's silence on PFAS is not unusual for solid wax manufacturers and does not indicate hidden fluorination, as solid paraffin waxes are functionally unsuitable for PFAS incorporation.
How it compares in its category
Solid ski waxes are the safest wax category; they avoid the volatile organic compound and solvent-inhalation risks of paste or liquid formulations. Zeledis occupies the commodity mid-market segment alongside Swix and Toko solids. Premium brands sometimes offer organic or hydrocarbon-certified formulations, but hazard differences are negligible; all solid paraffin waxes pose similar low baseline risks.
If you buy it
Apply the wax in a well-ventilated space; though volatility is low, brief fume exposure from iron heating is possible. Replace when the base layer wears visibly thin or performance drops (typically after 3-5 ski days of regular use). Store in a cool, dry place away from direct sunlight to prevent separation or bloom. Avoid inhaling dust during scraping; use a bench vise or clamp to secure the ski.
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) during hot application
Heating paraffin wax on a ski iron can release minor volatile organic compounds, though solid waxes emit far less than liquid or paste formulations. Risk is negligible with short exposure in ventilated areas.
Skin irritation or sensitization from mineral oil derivatives
No cases of allergic reaction or dermatitis from Zeledis solid wax are documented. Refined paraffin is non-irritating to intact skin; risk applies only if resin additives or degradation products contact broken skin.
Heavy metals in colorants or trace mineral impurities
Ski wax solids are not typically tested for lead, cadmium, or arsenic. Standard mineral wax refining removes heavy metals; no known contamination in this product class.
Inhalation of wax dust during scraping or grating
Mechanical breakdown of solid wax generates fine particles. Prolonged inhalation is unlikely to cause harm, but dust inhalation over years could theoretically irritate respiratory tissue; local ventilation is prudent.
Degradation of wax consistency or rancidity over storage
Paraffin wax is chemically stable and resistant to oxidation. No shelf-life degradation or off-gassing is expected under normal storage conditions.
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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