Is Able Carry PFAS-free?
Across 8 graded products, Able Carry averages F (26/100). On disclosure, the brand says nothing publicly about PFAS. None of its products grade C or better yet. Grades are model-based estimates, not lab results.
Graded and flagged D and F, we’d swap these
Able Carry
Thirteen Daybag
Ballistic nylon, canvas, woven textile
Lower PFAS concern; typical durable pack without inherent PFAS triggers, but brand doesn't disclose water-repellent coating treatment details.
⚠Risky category by default
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Daily Plus Backpack 21L
Ballistic nylon with water-resistant coating (type unspecified)
Moderate PFAS concern due to likely water-repellent coating finish on tactical backpack; brand offers no transparency.
⚠Waterproof or stain-proof treatment
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Daily Backpack Able Carry
Ballistic nylon, likely water-repellent coating-coated
Skip until Able Carry discloses water-repellent coating chemistry or verifies PFAS-free.
⚠Waterproof or stain-proof treatment
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Daybreaker 2 25L Backpack
Nylon/polyester with water-repellent coating (type unspecified)
Typical performance backpack with unknown water-repellent treatment, PFAS risk unverified.
⚠Waterproof or stain-proof treatment
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Max EDC Backpack
Nylon/polyester blend with water-resistant coating (type unspecified)
Skip until Able Carry discloses water-repellent coating treatment chemistry or provides third-party testing.
⚠Waterproof or stain-proof treatment
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Core Sling Mini
ballistic nylon with water-repellent coating (composition unspecified)
Waterproof sling with opaque water-repellent coating treatment, skip or ask the brand directly about PFAS.
⚠Waterproof or stain-proof treatment
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バッグ ABLE CARRY Max Backpack 30L x-pac Max Backpack | Minimal 32L & 30L Backpack for Travel & EDC – Able
X-Pac fabric (composite with proprietary waterproof coating)
Skip until Able Carry discloses coating chemistry or secures third-party PFAS testing.
⚠Waterproof or stain-proof treatment
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Daybreaker II 25L Ripstop Tan (v2.0)
Nylon ripstop fabric with water-resistant treatment
High uncertainty, ripstop backpacks often use water-repellent coating coatings that may contain PFAS; Able Carry provides no disclosure.
⚠Waterproof or stain-proof treatment
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