Is Coleman PFAS-free?
Across 19 graded products, Coleman averages F (33/100). On disclosure, the brand says nothing publicly about PFAS. 2 of its products grade C or better. Grades are model-based estimates, not lab results.
Worth buying from Coleman C or better, safest first
Coleman
Chiller Cooler
Plastic (polypropylene) cooler body, foam insulation
Lower concern cooler. No known PFAS-treated materials typical.
⚠Brand says nothing about PFAS
Coleman
YETI LoadOut 15 GoBox
Rotomolded polyethylene plastic
Lower concern. Hard plastic cooler with no known PFAS-linked coatings.
⚠Brand says nothing about PFAS
Graded and flagged D and F, we’d swap these
Coleman
Ezy Storage 5.28 Gallon Small Gasket Tote, Ip68 WaterProof Plastic Storage Bin with Lid, Gasket Seal and Durable Latches
Polypropylene plastic with waterproof gasket seal, coating unspecified
Waterproof plastic storage; PFAS coating risk unclear, no disclosure.
⚠Waterproof or stain-proof treatment
Coleman
Container Watertight
Plastic container with waterproof/airtight seal coating
Uncertain. Coleman discloses nothing about PFAS in waterproof coating.
⚠Waterproof or stain-proof treatment
Coleman
52 Quart Hard Cooler
Rotomolded polyethylene with water-repellent coating treatment
Lower concern but waterproofing treatment not disclosed.
⚠Waterproof or stain-proof treatment
Coleman
Snap N Go Collapsible Hard Cooler
Polyethylene plastic exterior, likely waterproof-treated
Moderate concern. Plastic coolers often use water-repellent coating coatings; Coleman discloses nothing.
⚠Waterproof or stain-proof treatment
Coleman
Dry Gear Bag
Nylon fabric with waterproof coating
Dry bags typically use water-repellent coating coatings; Coleman silent on PFAS details.
⚠Waterproof or stain-proof treatment
Coleman
The Container Store Case of 6 Weathertight Tote Clear 10065387
Polypropylene with waterproof treatment
Waterproof tote likely uses water-repellent coating, PFAS risk unconfirmed.
⚠Waterproof or stain-proof treatment
Coleman
WeatherMaster 10-Person Tent
Polyester fabric with water-repellent coating (water-repellent coating) coating
Skip until Coleman discloses its waterproof treatment chemistry.
⚠Waterproof or stain-proof treatment
Coleman
6-Person WeatherMaster Screened Tent
Polyester fabric with unspecified water-repellent coating
Skip until Coleman discloses waterproofing chemistry; water-repellent coating tent coatings commonly use PFAS.
⚠Waterproof or stain-proof treatment
Coleman
4-Person Cabin Camping Tent w/Instant Setup
polyester fabric with waterproof coating (type unspecified)
Moderate concern: typical camping tents use water-repellent coating coatings that historically contained PFAS; Coleman does not disclose treatment specifics.
⚠Waterproof or stain-proof treatment
Coleman
Palmetto Sleeping Bag
polyester shell with waterproof coating
Skip until Coleman discloses water-repellent coating chemistry, waterproof sleeping bags commonly use PFAS treatments.
⚠Waterproof or stain-proof treatment
Coleman
Flatlands 40°F Sleeping Bag 2205606
Polyester shell with water-repellent coating water-resistant coating
Moderate PFAS concern due to water-resistant treatment; Coleman silent on coating chemistry.
⚠Waterproof or stain-proof treatment
Coleman
Sun Ridge Sleeping Bag
polyester with water-repellent coating water-repellent finish
Skip or contact Coleman directly, no transparency on water-repellent coating chemistry used.
⚠Waterproof or stain-proof treatment
Coleman
Arch Bay 30 Sleeping Bag
polyester shell with water-repellent coating
Skip or contact Coleman for coating details; water-repellent coating treatment on budget sleeping bags often uses PFAS.
⚠Waterproof or stain-proof treatment
Coleman
Flatlands Sleeping Bag
polyester shell with water-repellent coating (water-repellent coating) finish
Lower confidence, typical outdoor sleeping bag with standard water-repellent coating; Coleman silent on PFAS, typical for mass market.
⚠Waterproof or stain-proof treatment
Coleman
Brazos Sleeping Bag
Polyester shell with water-repellent coating water-repellent finish
Skip until Coleman discloses water-repellent coating chemistry or pursue fluorine-free alternatives.
⚠Waterproof or stain-proof treatment
Coleman
North Rim Adult Mummy Sleeping Bag
Polyester shell with water-repellent coating water-resistant coating
Skip or contact Coleman directly, water-repellent coating composition unspecified, PFAS risk unclear.
⚠Waterproof or stain-proof treatment
Coleman
Biscayne 40 Degree F Big and Tall Sleeping Bag
Polyester shell with water-repellent coating (water-repellent coating) coating; fleece lining
Skip or contact Coleman for coating details, water-repellent coating sleeping bags commonly use PFAS, and Coleman does not disclose.
⚠Waterproof or stain-proof treatment
Every grade uses the same public rubric. How grades work →