F

Is Decathlon PFAS-free?

Across 65 graded products, Decathlon averages F (21/100). 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

Forclaz Mt500 Fleece Backpacking Gloves

Decathlon

Forclaz Mt500 Fleece Backpacking Gloves

Polyester fleece (primary); no Teflon-type coating or water-repellent coating treatment disclosed

D
D · Elevated

Lower concern; uncoated fleece gloves with no disclosed water treatment, skip if seeking verified PFAS-free assurance.

Risky category by default

Forclaz Men's Travel 100 Cargo Pants

Decathlon

Forclaz Men's Travel 100 Cargo Pants

polyester/nylon blend, no water-repellent coating treatment reported

D
D · Elevated

Lower PFAS concern for untreated travel pants; buy with modest confidence.

Risky category by default

Adults' Lightweight Camping Bag: 50°F-77°F, Waterproof, Ultralight, for Hiking, Blue

Decathlon

Adults' Lightweight Camping Bag: 50°F-77°F, Waterproof, Ultralight, for Hiking, Blue

Synthetic fabric with waterproof coating (type unspecified)

F
F · High PFAS

Decathlon's waterproof camping bags likely use water-repellent coating treatment, but the brand discloses nothing, higher risk profile warrants caution or direct inquiry.

Waterproof or stain-proof treatment

Decathlon Quechua Quechua Arpenaz Waterproof Family Camping Tent 4 Person

Decathlon

Quechua Quechua Arpenaz Waterproof Family Camping Tent 4 Person

Polyester fabric with unspecified waterproof/water-repellent coating

F
F · High PFAS

Skip until Decathlon discloses waterproof coating composition.

Waterproof or stain-proof treatment

Quechua 2 Second Fresh & Black Waterproof Pop Up Camping Tent Person

Decathlon

Quechua 2 Second Fresh & Black Waterproof Pop Up Camping Tent Person

Polyester with water-repellent coating (water-repellent coating) coating, type unspecified

F
F · High PFAS

Skip until Decathlon discloses water-repellent coating chemistry or certifies PFAS-free.

Waterproof or stain-proof treatment

Quechua 2 Second Easy Fresh & Black Waterproof Pop Up Camping Tent

Decathlon

Quechua 2 Second Easy Fresh & Black Waterproof Pop Up Camping Tent

Polyester fabric with water-repellent coating (composition unspecified)

F
F · High PFAS

Skip until Decathlon discloses waterproofing chemistry or certifies PFAS-free.

Waterproof or stain-proof treatment

2 SECONDS EASY Fresh and Black 3 Person

Decathlon

2 SECONDS EASY Fresh and Black 3 Person

Polyester tent fabric with water-repellent coating (type unspecified)

F
F · High PFAS

Skip until Decathlon discloses waterproof treatment chemistry.

Waterproof or stain-proof treatment

Camping tent MH100 XL Fresh & Black

Decathlon

Camping tent MH100 XL Fresh & Black

Polyester with waterproof/water-repellent coating (water-repellent coating) coating

F
F · High PFAS

Skip until Decathlon discloses water-repellent coating chemistry; tent waterproofing commonly uses PFAS.

Waterproof or stain-proof treatment

Quechua MH100, Outdoor, Waterproof Family Camping Tent, 3 Person

Decathlon

Quechua MH100, Outdoor, Waterproof Family Camping Tent, 3 Person

polyester fabric with unspecified water-repellent coating (water-repellent coating) coating

F
F · High PFAS

Skip or contact Decathlon directly, waterproof tent coating likely contains PFAS, and the brand discloses nothing.

Waterproof or stain-proof treatment

Quechua Camping Tent for 2-3 Person for Backpacking & Waterproof

Decathlon

Quechua Camping Tent for 2-3 Person for Backpacking & Waterproof

Polyester tent fabric with waterproof water-repellent coating (type unspecified)

F
F · High PFAS

Skip until Decathlon discloses waterproof treatment chemistry, PFAS-based water-repellent coating coatings are common in budget camping tents.

Waterproof or stain-proof treatment

CORE 4 Person Straight Wall Cabin Tent

Decathlon

CORE 4 Person Straight Wall Cabin Tent

Polyester fabric with water-resistant water-repellent coating treatment

F
F · High PFAS

Skip until Decathlon discloses water-repellent coating chemistry; tent waterproofing often uses legacy PFAS.

Waterproof or stain-proof treatment

Quechua Women's Nh500 Waterproof Hiking Rain Jacket

Decathlon

Quechua Women's Nh500 Waterproof Hiking Rain Jacket

Polyester with water-repellent coating (water-repellent coating) coating, type unspecified

F
F · High PFAS

Skip unless Decathlon discloses water-repellent coating chemistry; waterproof jackets commonly use PFAS.

Waterproof or stain-proof treatment

Kiprun Men's Run 100 Windproof Running Jacket

Decathlon

Kiprun Men's Run 100 Windproof Running Jacket

Polyester with water-repellent coating (water-repellent coating) finish

F
F · High PFAS

Moderate concern: windproof jacket likely uses water-repellent coating treatment; Decathlon discloses nothing about PFAS chemistry.

Waterproof or stain-proof treatment

Quechua Men's Hiking Waterproof Rain Jacket Mh500

Decathlon

Quechua Men's Hiking Waterproof Rain Jacket Mh500

polyester with water-repellent coating water-repellent finish

F
F · High PFAS

Skip unless Decathlon discloses water-repellent coating chemistry, waterproof apparel routinely uses PFAS.

Waterproof or stain-proof treatment

Forclaz Men's 3-In-1 Waterproof Travel Jacket Travel 500

Decathlon

Forclaz Men's 3-In-1 Waterproof Travel Jacket Travel 500

Polyester with water-repellent coating (type unspecified)

F
F · High PFAS

Skip until Decathlon discloses water-repellent coating chemistry or certifies PFAS-free.

Waterproof or stain-proof treatment

Forclaz Women's Mt100 Rain Poncho

Decathlon

Forclaz Women's Mt100 Rain Poncho

Polyester with water-repellent (water-repellent coating) coating, type unspecified

F
F · High PFAS

Skip unless Decathlon confirms no C6/C8 PFAS in the water-repellent coating finish.

Waterproof or stain-proof treatment

Quechua Women's MH500 Waterproof Jacket

Decathlon

Quechua Women's MH500 Waterproof Jacket

Polyester with water-repellent coating (water-repellent) coating, type unspecified

F
F · High PFAS

Skip until Decathlon discloses water-repellent coating chemistry or certifies PFAS-free.

Waterproof or stain-proof treatment

Wedze Men's 100 Waterproof Ski Jacket

Decathlon

Wedze Men's 100 Waterproof Ski Jacket

polyester with unspecified waterproof water-repellent coating

F
F · High PFAS

Skip until Decathlon discloses waterproof treatment chemistry.

Waterproof or stain-proof treatment

Forclaz Men's MT100 Hooded Synthetic Jacket

Decathlon

Forclaz Men's MT100 Hooded Synthetic Jacket

synthetic (polyester/nylon blend) with water-repellent treatment

F
F · High PFAS

Skip or contact Decathlon directly, waterproof synthetic jackets commonly use PFAS water-repellent coating, but brand discloses nothing.

Waterproof or stain-proof treatment

Wedze 100 Downhill Skiing Gloves

Decathlon

Wedze 100 Downhill Skiing Gloves

Polyester/nylon with waterproof water-repellent coating treatment

F
F · High PFAS

Skip or contact Decathlon directly for PFAS-free water-repellent coating confirmation.

Waterproof or stain-proof treatment

Wedze 500 Waterproof Ski Gloves

Decathlon

Wedze 500 Waterproof Ski Gloves

Synthetic outer shell with waterproof membrane/coating (unspecified type)

F
F · High PFAS

Skip until Decathlon discloses waterproof treatment chemistry, standard ski gloves often use PFAS-based water-repellent coating.

Waterproof or stain-proof treatment

Wedze Kid's 100 Ski Gloves

Decathlon

Wedze Kid's 100 Ski Gloves

Polyester with water-repellent coating water-repellent treatment

F
F · High PFAS

Skip unless Decathlon discloses water-repellent coating chemistry, waterproof ski gloves typically use PFAS.

Waterproof or stain-proof treatment

Forclaz Adult MT500 Stretch Backpacking Gloves

Decathlon

Forclaz Adult MT500 Stretch Backpacking Gloves

Polyester with water-repellent coating (water-repellent coating) treatment

F
F · High PFAS

Lower certainty: typical outdoor glove likely treated with water-repellent coating; PFAS risk depends on treatment chemistry Decathlon hasn't disclosed.

Waterproof or stain-proof treatment

Simond MT500 Warm Touchscreen Gloves

Decathlon

Simond MT500 Warm Touchscreen Gloves

Synthetic fabric with water-repellent (water-repellent coating) finish; touchscreen-compatible layer

F
F · High PFAS

Moderate PFAS risk due to water-repellent coating finish; Decathlon silent on composition, request technical spec before purchase.

Waterproof or stain-proof treatment

Kiprun Evolutiv V2 Convertable Running Gloves with Mittens

Decathlon

Kiprun Evolutiv V2 Convertable Running Gloves with Mittens

Polyester/nylon blend with water-repellent treatment (water-repellent coating unspecified)

F
F · High PFAS

Moderate uncertainty, likely water-repellent coating-treated running gloves, but Decathlon discloses no coating details or PFAS stance.

Waterproof or stain-proof treatment

Forclaz Mt900 Backpacking Gloves

Decathlon

Forclaz Mt900 Backpacking Gloves

Polyester/nylon with water-repellent coating water-resistant finish

F
F · High PFAS

Skip or contact Decathlon directly, water-repellent coating gloves often use PFAS; no transparency.

Waterproof or stain-proof treatment

Quechua Women's Raincut Waterproof Over-Pants

Decathlon

Quechua Women's Raincut Waterproof Over-Pants

Polyester with water-repellent coating (water-repellent coating) coating, formulation undisclosed

F
F · High PFAS

Skip until Decathlon discloses water-repellent coating chemistry or offers PFAS-free alternative.

Waterproof or stain-proof treatment

Quechua Men's Nh500 Protect Waterproof Hiking Rain Pants

Decathlon

Quechua Men's Nh500 Protect Waterproof Hiking Rain Pants

Polyester with waterproof water-repellent coating (type unspecified)

F
F · High PFAS

Skip unless Decathlon discloses water-repellent coating chemistry; conventional hiking rain gear often uses PFAS-based coatings.

Waterproof or stain-proof treatment

Quechua By Decathlon Women's Raincut Waterproof Over-pants

Decathlon

Quechua By Decathlon Women's Raincut Waterproof Over-pants

polyester with water-repellent coating (water-repellent coating) coating, composition unspecified

F
F · High PFAS

Skip until Decathlon discloses coating chemistry or certifies PFAS-free.

Waterproof or stain-proof treatment

Forclaz Men's MT500 Convertible Hiking Pants

Decathlon

Forclaz Men's MT500 Convertible Hiking Pants

polyester with water-repellent coating water-repellent finish

F
F · High PFAS

Moderate concern, typical water-repellent coating apparel lacks PFAS transparency; Decathlon's silence on treatment chemistry is notable.

Waterproof or stain-proof treatment

Wedze Men's 100 Warm Waterproof Snow Pants

Decathlon

Wedze Men's 100 Warm Waterproof Snow Pants

Polyester with water-repellent coating (water-repellent coating) coating

F
F · High PFAS

Skip until Decathlon discloses water-repellent coating chemistry or switches to PFAS-free alternatives.

Waterproof or stain-proof treatment

Quechua By Decathlon Pants & Jumpsuits | Quechua By Decathlon Women's Raincut Waterproof Over-Pants | Color: Black | Size: W33 L31 | Jonabione's

Decathlon

Quechua By Decathlon Pants & Jumpsuits | Quechua By Decathlon Women's Raincut Waterproof Over-Pants | Color: Black | Size: W33 L31 | Jonabione's

Polyester/nylon with unspecified waterproof coating (water-repellent coating treatment)

F
F · High PFAS

Skip unless Decathlon discloses water-repellent coating chemistry, waterproof gear commonly uses PFAS.

Waterproof or stain-proof treatment

Decathlon Inesis Golf Pants Water Proof Rain Size S

Decathlon

Inesis Golf Pants Water Proof Rain Size S

Polyester blend with waterproof/water-repellent coating (type unspecified)

F
F · High PFAS

Skip or request material transparency, waterproof pants typically use PFAS-based water-repellent coating, and Decathlon discloses nothing.

Waterproof or stain-proof treatment

Quechua s Sh500 X-Warm Water-Repellent Snow Hiking Pants

Decathlon

Quechua s Sh500 X-Warm Water-Repellent Snow Hiking Pants

Polyester with water-repellent coating water-repellent finish (chemistry unspecified)

F
F · High PFAS

water-repellent coating-treated hiking pants with no disclosed PFAS info, moderate concern due to water-repellent coating opacity.

Waterproof or stain-proof treatment

Wedze Men's 100 Mid-Length Warm Ski Jacket

Decathlon

Wedze Men's 100 Mid-Length Warm Ski Jacket

polyester with water-repellent coating water-repellent finish

F
F · High PFAS

Mid-range PFAS risk; Decathlon silent on treatment chemistry, ask before buying if concerned.

Waterproof or stain-proof treatment

Wedze Women's 500 Waterproof Ski Jacket

Decathlon

Wedze Women's 500 Waterproof Ski Jacket

Polyester with waterproof water-repellent coating (type unspecified)

F
F · High PFAS

Skip unless Decathlon confirms PFAS-free waterproofing; standard water-repellent coating coatings carry PFAS risk.

Waterproof or stain-proof treatment

Wedze Women's Mid-Length Warm Ski Jacket

Decathlon

Wedze Women's Mid-Length Warm Ski Jacket

Polyester with water-repellent coating (water-repellent coating) finish

F
F · High PFAS

Skip until Decathlon discloses water-repellent coating chemistry or commits to PFAS-free.

Waterproof or stain-proof treatment

Wedze Men's Warm Ski Jacket

Decathlon

Wedze Men's Warm Ski Jacket

Polyester with water-repellent (water-repellent coating) coating

F
F · High PFAS

Lower confidence; Decathlon silent on PFAS; water-repellent coating chemistry unconfirmed, skip if concerned.

Waterproof or stain-proof treatment

Quechua Men's NH500 Waterproof Winter Jacket

Decathlon

Quechua Men's NH500 Waterproof Winter Jacket

polyester shell with water-repellent coating (water-repellent coating) coating

F
F · High PFAS

Skip unless Decathlon confirms PFAS-free water-repellent coating; conventional waterproof coatings often contain PFAS.

Waterproof or stain-proof treatment

Wedze Kids 550 Warm Waterproof Ski Jacket

Decathlon

Wedze Kids 550 Warm Waterproof Ski Jacket

Polyester shell with water-repellent coating waterproof coating (type unspecified)

F
F · High PFAS

Skip or contact Decathlon directly, no waterproof coating transparency.

Waterproof or stain-proof treatment

Forclaz Travel 100 Compact Waterproof Hiking Backpack

Decathlon

Forclaz Travel 100 Compact Waterproof Hiking Backpack

Polyamide with unspecified water-repellent coating (water-repellent coating) treatment

F
F · High PFAS

Skip until brand discloses water-repellent coating chemistry, waterproof backpacks commonly use PFAS-based coatings.

Waterproof or stain-proof treatment

Decathlon Quechua Hiking Backpack 30L

Decathlon

Quechua Hiking Backpack 30L

Polyester fabric with water-repellent coating water-repellent coating (type unspecified)

F
F · High PFAS

Moderate concern, typical hiking pack, but waterproof coating source unclear and unverified.

Waterproof or stain-proof treatment

29L Rolltop Backpack

Decathlon

29L Rolltop Backpack

Polyester with water-repellent coating water-repellent coating

F
F · High PFAS

Skip until Decathlon discloses water-repellent coating chemistry, likely contains older-gen PFAS.

Waterproof or stain-proof treatment

Quechua Nh Arpenaz 100 10 L Hiking Backpack

Decathlon

Quechua Nh Arpenaz 100 10 L Hiking Backpack

nylon/polyester with water-repellent coating water-repellent treatment

F
F · High PFAS

Skip or contact Decathlon directly about water-repellent coating chemistry before purchase.

Waterproof or stain-proof treatment

Forclaz Travel 500 Organizer Backpack

Decathlon

Forclaz Travel 500 Organizer Backpack

Polyester with water-repellent coating water-repellent treatment (composition unspecified)

F
F · High PFAS

Skip until Decathlon discloses water-repellent coating chemistry or certifies PFAS-free.

Waterproof or stain-proof treatment

Quechua Nh100 10 L hiking Backpack

Decathlon

Quechua Nh100 10 L hiking Backpack

Nylon ripstop fabric with water-repellent treatment

F
F · High PFAS

Mid-tier hiking pack; water-repellent coating treatment raises concern but Decathlon's typical transparency on synthetics is poor.

Waterproof or stain-proof treatment

Quechua Hiking Backpack 32L Nh Escape 500

Decathlon

Quechua Hiking Backpack 32L Nh Escape 500

Polyamide fabric with water-repellent (water-repellent coating) treatment

F
F · High PFAS

Skip until Decathlon discloses water-repellent coating chemistry; standard outdoor backpack treatments often contain PFAS.

Waterproof or stain-proof treatment

Quechua 100 Arpenaz 27L Hiking Backpack

Decathlon

Quechua 100 Arpenaz 27L Hiking Backpack

Polyamide (nylon) with water-repellent water-repellent coating treatment

F
F · High PFAS

Moderate PFAS concern due to water-repellent coating; no disclosure from Decathlon.

Waterproof or stain-proof treatment

Simond Mt500 Backpacking Sleeping Bag

Decathlon

Simond Mt500 Backpacking Sleeping Bag

Polyester shell with water-repellent coating (type unspecified)

F
F · High PFAS

Sleeping bag waterproofing likely involves PFAS, Decathlon does not disclose treatment chemistry.

Waterproof or stain-proof treatment

Decathlon Hiking/camping Sleeping Bag (190 X 72 Cm, Easy Wash) -

Decathlon

Hiking/camping Sleeping Bag (190 X 72 Cm, Easy Wash) -

Polyester with water-repellent coating (water-repellent coating) coating, type unspecified

F
F · High PFAS

Moderate PFAS concern; Decathlon does not disclose water-repellent coating chemistry for this sleeping bag.

Waterproof or stain-proof treatment

Decathlon Arpenaz Cold Weather Rectangular Camping Sleeping Bag

Decathlon

Arpenaz Cold Weather Rectangular Camping Sleeping Bag

polyester with water-repellent coating water-repellent coating (unspecified chemistry)

F
F · High PFAS

Skip until Decathlon discloses coating chemistry or certifies PFAS-free.

Waterproof or stain-proof treatment

Decathalon Quechua Arpenaz 20f Sleeping Bag Blue

Decathlon

Decathalon Quechua Arpenaz 20f Sleeping Bag Blue

Polyester with water-repellent coating water-repellent coating (composition unspecified)

F
F · High PFAS

Skip until Decathlon discloses water-repellent coating chemistry, standard outdoor sleeping bag treatments often contain PFAS.

Waterproof or stain-proof treatment

Rental Sleeping Bag - 0 Degree Cosmic

Decathlon

Rental Sleeping Bag - 0 Degree Cosmic

Polyester with water-repellent (water-repellent coating) treatment

F
F · High PFAS

Unknown PFAS exposure risk, Decathlon's water-repellent coating treatment details are not publicly disclosed.

Waterproof or stain-proof treatment

Sleeping Bag Forclaz Trek 500 15'c (59'f) Size Xl Excellent Condition

Decathlon

Sleeping Bag Forclaz Trek 500 15'c (59'f) Size Xl Excellent Condition

Polyester shell with water-repellent coating water-repellent treatment; polyester/synthetic insulation

F
F · High PFAS

Moderate PFAS risk from water-repellent coating finish; Decathlon lacks transparency on treatment chemistry.

Waterproof or stain-proof treatment

Quechua Mh100 Sleeping Bag

Decathlon

Quechua Mh100 Sleeping Bag

Polyester with water-repellent coating (water-repellent coating treatment)

F
F · High PFAS

Moderate PFAS concern due to likely water-repellent coating treatment; Decathlon's transparency on this product line is unclear.

Waterproof or stain-proof treatment

Quechua Men's Mountain Hiking Pants

Decathlon

Quechua Men's Mountain Hiking Pants

Polyester blend with water-repellent (water-repellent coating) finish

F
F · High PFAS

Lower-risk hiking pants, but Decathlon's PFAS disclosure remains opaque.

Waterproof or stain-proof treatment

Simond Men's Forclaz Mt900 Durable Hiking Pants

Decathlon

Simond Men's Forclaz Mt900 Durable Hiking Pants

Polyamide (nylon) with water-repellent coating treatment

F
F · High PFAS

Lower concern but unverified, Decathlon doesn't disclose water-repellent coating chemistry; many hiking brands still use PFAS-based treatments.

Waterproof or stain-proof treatment

Simond Men's Forclaz Mt900 Hiking Pants

Decathlon

Simond Men's Forclaz Mt900 Hiking Pants

Polyamide with water-repellent coating (water-repellent coating) finish

F
F · High PFAS

Mid-range hiking pants with unknown water-repellent coating chemistry, no PFAS disclosure from Decathlon.

Waterproof or stain-proof treatment

Forclaz Women's Mt100 2-In-1 Zip-Off Hiking Pants

Decathlon

Forclaz Women's Mt100 2-In-1 Zip-Off Hiking Pants

polyamide/nylon with water-repellent coating (water-repellent coating) treatment

F
F · High PFAS

Lower concern but unconfirmed, Decathlon doesn't disclose water-repellent coating chemistry; consider asking the brand directly.

Waterproof or stain-proof treatment

Simond 500 Extend Duffel Bag

Decathlon

Simond 500 Extend Duffel Bag

Polyester/nylon with water-resistant coating

F
F
PFASAll
F · High PFAS4 flags

Duffel bag likely has water-repellent coating treatment; Decathlon silent on PFAS.

Waterproof or stain-proof treatment

Forclaz Travel 100 Compact Waterproof

Decathlon

Forclaz Travel 100 Compact Waterproof

polyester with unspecified waterproof water-repellent coating (water-repellent coating) coating

F
F
PFASAll
F · High PFAS2 flags

Waterproof jacket with unknown water-repellent coating; skip without chemical disclosure.

Waterproof or stain-proof treatment

Decathlon Quechua Hiking Backpack 23L

Decathlon

Quechua Hiking Backpack 23L

polyester/nylon with water-repellent coating

F
F
PFASAll
F · High PFAS2 flags

Hiking backpack with unspecified water-repellent coating; PFAS risk unclear.

Waterproof or stain-proof treatment

Forclaz 500 Extend Duffel Bag

Decathlon

Forclaz 500 Extend Duffel Bag

Polyester with water-repellent coating (water-repellent coating) coating

F
F
PFASAll
F · High PFAS1 flag

water-repellent coating duffel bags often use PFAS; Decathlon silent on chemistry.

Waterproof or stain-proof treatment

Forclaz Simond 500 Extend Duffel Bag

Decathlon

Forclaz Simond 500 Extend Duffel Bag

Polyester with waterproof water-repellent coating, composition unspecified

F
F
PFASAll
F · High PFAS2 flags

Unknown water-repellent coating, no PFAS disclosure from Decathlon.

Waterproof or stain-proof treatment

Travel 500 Organizer 30 L Backpack

Decathlon

Travel 500 Organizer 30 L Backpack

Polyester with water-repellent finish

F
F
PFASAll
F · High PFAS3 flags

Backpack likely has water-repellent coating; Decathlon silent on PFAS details.

Waterproof or stain-proof treatment

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