Is Arcteryx PFAS-free?
Across 8 graded products, Arcteryx averages F (20/100). 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
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Arc'teryx Gamma Jacket Men's
Nylon blend shell with water-repellent coating water-repellent treatment (type unspecified)
Soft-shell jacket with unknown water-repellent coating chemistry, Arc'teryx doesn't disclose PFAS status.
⚠Waterproof or stain-proof treatment
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Arc'teryx Men's Incendo Hybrid Hoody
Nylon face with water-repellent coating treatment; fleece backing
Typical hybrid outdoor wear with water-repellent coating, Arc'teryx provides no PFAS disclosure; higher caution warranted.
⚠Waterproof or stain-proof treatment
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Arc'teryx Gamma Hoody Men's
Nylon/polyester shell with water-repellent coating (type unspecified)
water-repellent coating treatment likely present but Arc'teryx provides no public disclosure, lower confidence warrants caution.
⚠Waterproof or stain-proof treatment
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Arc'teryx Gamma LT Hoody Men's
Nylon softshell with water-repellent coating (water-repellent coating) treatment
water-repellent coating-treated softshells typically contain PFAS; Arc'teryx does not disclose use or alternatives, skip if PFAS-sensitive.
⚠Waterproof or stain-proof treatment
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Arc'teryx Serratus Hoody Men's
Nylon shell with water-repellent coating water-repellent treatment (type unspecified)
water-repellent coating hoody with opaque coating chemistry, Arc'teryx doesn't disclose PFAS status; moderate caution warranted.
⚠Waterproof or stain-proof treatment
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Arc'teryx Squamish Jacket Men's
Nylon ripstop with water-repellent coating (water-repellent coating) coating
Unknown PFAS status; Arc'teryx does not disclose water-repellent coating chemistry, proceed with caution if PFAS exposure is a concern.
⚠Waterproof or stain-proof treatment
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Arc'teryx Gamma Lightweight Hoody Women's
Nylon/polyamide shell with water-repellent coating finish
Lower-risk softshell, but Arc'teryx silent on water-repellent coating chemistry, skip if PFAS-free matters to you.
⚠Waterproof or stain-proof treatment
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Arc teryx Beta SL Jacket Men's
Gore-Tex membrane with nylon shell
High uncertainty, Gore-Tex's PFAS status is undisclosed; skip if PFAS-concerned.
⚠Waterproof or stain-proof treatment
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