Is Helly Hansen PFAS-free?
Across 48 graded products, Helly Hansen 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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Men's Vancouver Jacket
Polyester with water-repellent coating (water-repellent coating) finish
Moderate PFAS concern, waterproof jacket with unspecified water-repellent coating treatment; skip if PFAS-free options available.
⚠Waterproof or stain-proof treatment
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Men's Dubliner Jacket
Polyester with water-repellent coating water-repellent coating (PFAS status undisclosed)
Helly Hansen has not disclosed PFAS use or absence; water-repellent coating outerwear typically uses PFAS, verify directly with brand before purchase.
⚠Waterproof or stain-proof treatment
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Men's Moss Waterproof Rain Coat
Polyester shell with water-repellent coating (water-repellent coating) coating, type unspecified
Waterproof rain coat with unknown water-repellent coating chemistry; moderate PFAS concern until Helly Hansen clarifies coating type.
⚠Waterproof or stain-proof treatment
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Men's Sandoy Waterproof Rain Jacket
Polyester shell with unspecified waterproof water-repellent coating
Skip until Helly Hansen discloses water-repellent coating chemistry or certifies PFAS-free.
⚠Waterproof or stain-proof treatment
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Men's Ervik Jacket
Polyester shell with water-repellent (water-repellent coating) treatment
Skip or contact Helly Hansen directly about water-repellent coating chemistry, silent on PFAS is a red flag for outdoor apparel.
⚠Waterproof or stain-proof treatment
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Women's Moss
Nylon outer shell with waterproof coating (likely water-repellent coating)
Skip until Helly Hansen discloses water-repellent coating chemistry or switches to verified PFAS-free treatments.
⚠Waterproof or stain-proof treatment
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Men's Odin 9 Worlds 3.0 Jacket
Polyester with water-repellent coating water-repellent coating (composition unspecified)
Skip unless Helly Hansen discloses water-repellent coating chemistry; waterproof jackets commonly use PFAS.
⚠Waterproof or stain-proof treatment
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Men's Munich Raincoat
polyester with water-repellent coating (water-repellent coating) finish
Skip or contact Helly Hansen directly, waterproof raincoats commonly use PFAS-based water-repellent coating, and the brand provides no transparency.
⚠Waterproof or stain-proof treatment
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Men's Voss Pants
polyester with water-repellent coating (water-repellent coating) treatment
Skip or contact Helly Hansen for water-repellent coating transparency before buying.
⚠Waterproof or stain-proof treatment
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Women's Moss Windproof Rain Pants
Polyester shell with water-repellent coating water-repellent coating (type unspecified)
Silent on PFAS; rainwear's water-repellent coating raises concern without transparency.
⚠Waterproof or stain-proof treatment
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Helly Hanson | Manchester Waterproof Shell Rain Pants 4XL
Nylon shell with unspecified waterproof/water-repellent finish
Skip unless Helly Hansen discloses water-repellent coating chemistry, waterproof apparel carries inherent PFAS risk.
⚠Waterproof or stain-proof treatment
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Men's Moss Waterproof Rain Pants
Polyester shell with water-repellent coating (water-repellent coating) treatment
Moderate PFAS concern, waterproof rain pants often use traditional PFAS-based water-repellent coating, and Helly Hansen does not disclose coating chemistry.
⚠Waterproof or stain-proof treatment
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Women's Luna Waterproof Rain Pants
synthetic outer shell with water-repellent coating (water-repellent coating) coating
Skip until Helly Hansen discloses water-repellent coating chemistry or pursues PFAS-free certification.
⚠Waterproof or stain-proof treatment
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Women's Loke Rain Pants 2.0
Nylon shell with water-resistant coating (type unspecified)
Rain pants with unspecified water-repellent coating, PFAS risk unclear; consider asking Helly Hansen directly.
⚠Waterproof or stain-proof treatment
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Women's Seven J Rain Pants
Nylon/polyester with water-repellent coating (water-repellent coating) finish
Skip unless Helly Hansen discloses water-repellent coating chemistry; rain pants typically use PFAS-based water repellents.
⚠Waterproof or stain-proof treatment
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70480BLK-XL Voss Rain Pants
Polyester/polyamide with water-repellent coating water-resistant finish
Moderate PFAS concern, rain pants typically use water-repellent coating coatings; Helly Hansen does not disclose chemistry.
⚠Waterproof or stain-proof treatment
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Men's Alpha 4.0 Jacket
Polyester shell with water-repellent coating (water-repellent coating) coating
Skip until Helly Hansen discloses water-repellent coating chemistry or switches to PFAS-free alternatives.
⚠Waterproof or stain-proof treatment
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Juniper 3.0 Jacket Men's
Polyester shell with water-repellent coating water-repellent treatment
Skip unless Helly Hansen confirms PFAS-free water-repellent coating or third-party testing clears it.
⚠Waterproof or stain-proof treatment
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Men's Alpha Lifaloft Jacket
Synthetic insulation (Lifaloft™) with water-repellent coating-treated nylon shell
Skip until Helly Hansen discloses water-repellent coating chemistry or switches to PFAS-free treatments.
⚠Waterproof or stain-proof treatment
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Men's Garibaldi 2.0 Jacket
Nylon outer with water-repellent coating finish; likely polyester lining
Helly Hansen does not disclose PFAS status; waterproof jacket carries elevated risk without transparency.
⚠Waterproof or stain-proof treatment
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Men's Sogn 2.0 Shell Jacket
Polyester shell with water-repellent coating water-repellent treatment (unspecified)
High uncertainty, waterproof jacket with unknown water-repellent coating chemistry; Helly Hansen does not disclose PFAS status.
⚠Waterproof or stain-proof treatment
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Men's Powdreamer 2.0 Jacket
Polyester with water-repellent coating (water-repellent coating) coating
Skip until brand discloses water-repellent coating chemistry, standard outdoor jackets often use PFAS-based water repellents.
⚠Waterproof or stain-proof treatment
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Men's Ridge Infinity Shell Jacket 2.0
Polyester shell with water-repellent coating (water-repellent coating) coating
Skip or seek PFAS transparency, Helly Hansen doesn't disclose water-repellent coating chemistry for this jacket.
⚠Waterproof or stain-proof treatment
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Men's Gravity Insulated Ski Jacket
Polyester/nylon with water-repellent coating water-repellent finish
Skip until Helly Hansen discloses water-repellent coating chemistry or commits to PFAS-free treatment.
⚠Waterproof or stain-proof treatment
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Men's Legendary Insulated Pant
polyester/nylon with water-repellent coating water-repellent finish
Skip until Helly Hansen discloses water-repellent coating chemistry, waterproof insulted pants commonly use PFAS.
⚠Waterproof or stain-proof treatment
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Men's Garibaldi 2.0
Nylon/polyester blend with unspecified water-resistant coating (likely water-repellent coating treatment)
Skip unless Helly Hansen confirms PFAS-free water-repellent coating treatment, typical outdoor jackets use PFOA/Teflon-type coating-based coatings.
⚠Waterproof or stain-proof treatment
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ULLR D Snow Pants
Polyester shell with water-repellent (water-repellent coating) coating
Skip unless Helly Hansen discloses their water-repellent coating chemistry, silence on PFAS in waterproof outerwear is a red flag.
⚠Waterproof or stain-proof treatment
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Men's Rapid Pant
Nylon with water-repellent coating water-repellent finish
Skip until Helly Hansen discloses water-repellent coating chemistry or commits to PFAS-free treatments.
⚠Waterproof or stain-proof treatment
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Ullr D Bib Shell Pants Men's
Nylon shell with water-repellent coating (water-repellent coating) coating
High PFAS concern due to waterproof treatment and brand silence, choose PFAS-free verified alternatives if available.
⚠Waterproof or stain-proof treatment
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Men's Legendary Insulated Bib Pant
Polyester shell with water-repellent coating water-repellent finish
Moderate PFAS risk due to water-repellent coating; Helly Hansen provides no transparency on chemistry.
⚠Waterproof or stain-proof treatment
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Women's Powderqueen Ski Pants
Polyester with water-repellent coating (water-repellent coating) coating
Ski pants with unknown water-repellent coating treatment, lower confidence due to typical industry use of PFAS in performance coatings.
⚠Waterproof or stain-proof treatment
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Men's Garibaldi 2.0 Snow Pants Blue S
Polyester outer with water-repellent coating (water-repellent coating) coating; insulated lining
PFAS risk unclear, Helly Hansen does not publicly disclose water-repellent coating chemistry; skip if PFAS avoidance is a priority.
⚠Waterproof or stain-proof treatment
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Men's Blaze Softshell Jacket
Polyester/nylon blend with water-repellent coating water-repellent coating
Skip unless Helly Hansen confirms PFAS-free water-repellent coating; most softshells use PFAS-based water treatment.
⚠Waterproof or stain-proof treatment
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Men's Crew Softshell 2.0 Boat Jacket
Softshell with water-repellent coating (water-repellent coating) treatment; composition unspecified by brand
Skip unless you confirm water-repellent coating chemistry, Helly Hansen's water-repellent jackets often use fluorochemical treatments.
⚠Waterproof or stain-proof treatment
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Men's Paramount Hooded Softshell Jacket
Polyester with water-repellent coating (water-repellent coating) finish
High uncertainty, softshell jackets typically use fluorinated water-repellent coating coatings, but Helly Hansen does not disclose chemistry.
⚠Waterproof or stain-proof treatment
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Men's Blaze Hooded Soft-Shell Jacket Green XXL
Soft-shell polyester/nylon blend with water-repellent coating
Higher PFAS risk due to waterproofing; Helly Hansen has not disclosed water-repellent coating chemistry.
⚠Waterproof or stain-proof treatment
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Men's Crew Jacket 2.0
Polyester/nylon with water-repellent coating (water-repellent coating) coating
Skip unless Helly Hansen discloses water-repellent coating chemistry, standard jackets often use PFAS-based repellents.
⚠Waterproof or stain-proof treatment
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Men's Manchester 2.0 Softshell Jacket
Polyamide/nylon with water-repellent finish (water-repellent coating treatment)
Softshell jackets typically use water-repellent coating finishes; Helly Hansen does not disclose PFAS status, higher caution warranted.
⚠Waterproof or stain-proof treatment
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Men's Paramount Softshell Jacket
polyester/nylon softshell with water-repellent coating water-repellent finish (chemistry unspecified)
Softshell jackets almost always use PFAS-based water-repellent coating; Helly Hansen discloses nothing, skip if PFAS-free matters to you.
⚠Waterproof or stain-proof treatment
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Men's HP Ocean Fz Jacket 2.0
Polyester with water-repellent coating (water-repellent coating) coating, type unspecified
Skip until Helly Hansen discloses its water-repellent coating chemistry or certifies PFAS-free.
⚠Waterproof or stain-proof treatment
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Men's Holmen 5 Pocket Shorts
Cotton/poly blend with water-repellent coating water treatment
Water treatment likely applied; PFAS status undisclosed by brand.
⚠Waterproof or stain-proof treatment
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Men's HP Foil 2.0 Shorts
Nylon with water-repellent coating (water-repellent coating) treatment
Skip or contact brand for water-repellent coating chemistry confirmation before buying.
⚠Waterproof or stain-proof treatment
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Men's HH QD Cargo Shorts
nylon/polyester with water-repellent coating water treatment
Cargo shorts likely treated with water-repellent coating; Helly Hansen silent on PFAS.
⚠Waterproof or stain-proof treatment
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Men's HH QD Shorts
Polyester/nylon blend with water-repellent coating water-repellent finish
Water-repellent shorts; PFAS risk unclear without water-repellent coating disclosure.
⚠Waterproof or stain-proof treatment
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Men's Brono Shorts
Polyamide nylon with water-repellent coating water-repellent finish
water-repellent coating shorts with likely PFAS coating.
⚠Waterproof or stain-proof treatment
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Men's Rapide 7" Shorts
Nylon with water-repellent coating finish
Nylon shorts with water-repellent coating finish; brand silent on PFAS disclosure.
⚠Waterproof or stain-proof treatment
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Men's Levante Shorts
polyamide/nylon with water-repellent coating finish
Shorts likely have water-repellent coating, PFAS status unclear from brand.
⚠Waterproof or stain-proof treatment
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Men's Calshot Trunk
polyester/nylon swim trunk with water-repellent coating treatment
Skip until Helly Hansen discloses water-repellent coating chemistry or certifies PFAS-free.
⚠Waterproof or stain-proof treatment
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