Is Jason Markk PFAS-free?
Across 12 graded products, Jason Markk averages F (45/100). On disclosure, the brand says nothing publicly about PFAS. 3 of its products grade C or better. Grades are model-based estimates, not lab results.
Worth buying from Jason Markk C or better, safest first
Jason Markk
Starter Shoe Care Kit
Bristles, microfiber cloth, cleaning solution (soap-based formulation)
Lower PFAS concern, basic cleaning supplies with no known PFAS inputs, but brand is silent on sourcing.
⚠Brand says nothing about PFAS
Jason Markk
Essential Kit
Surfactant-based cleaning solution, brush bristles (synthetic or natural)
Lower-concern category; sneaker cleaning kit unlikely to contain PFAS, but brand offers no transparency.
⚠Brand says nothing about PFAS
Jason Markk
Care Kit
Cleaning solution, brush, cloth (typical sneaker care kit)
Lower-concern product category; no known PFAS risk, but brand discloses nothing.
⚠Brand says nothing about PFAS
Graded and flagged D and F, we’d swap these
Jason Markk
Repel Spray
Proprietary water-repellent spray coating
Skip until brand discloses or tests for PFAS in this waterproofing spray.
⚠Waterproof or stain-proof treatment
Jason Markk
Shoe Care Repel Spray
proprietary water-repellent spray coating
Skip or request PFAS disclosure, shoe repel sprays commonly use PFAS-based water-repellent coating chemistry, and Jason Markk does not publicly address it.
⚠Waterproof or stain-proof treatment
Jason Markk
Repel Bundle Shoe Protection Spray and Refill
Proprietary water/stain-repellent spray coating (unspecified chemistry)
Skip until ingredient transparency improves, waterproof sprays are classic PFAS vectors.
⚠Waterproof or stain-proof treatment
Jason Markk
Repel & Revive Bundle, 5.4oz Shoe Water Repellant Spray, sneaker Cleaning Essential Kit with 4oz Cleaning Solution, Size: One size
Water repellent spray (polymeric water-repellent coating); aqueous cleaning solution
Water repellent spray carries inherent PFAS risk; no brand transparency, skip unless PFAS-free verified.
⚠Waterproof or stain-proof treatment
Jason Markk
Anti-Stain Bundle
aqueous stain-repellent coating (composition undisclosed)
Skip until Jason Markk discloses coating chemistry or obtains PFAS-free verification.
⚠Waterproof or stain-proof treatment
Jason Markk
Repel Bundle Stain & Water Repellent Spray + Refill
proprietary water/stain repellent spray coating
Skip until brand discloses PFAS status of repellent formula.
⚠Waterproof or stain-proof treatment
Jason Markk
Repel + Revive + Refresh Shoe Care Kit
proprietary shoe care formulations with water/stain repellent treatments
Brand silent on PFAS. Repel product likely contains water-repellent coating treatment.
⚠Waterproof or stain-proof treatment
Jason Markk
Repel Refill Shoe & Hat Protectant
Proprietary water-repellent spray coating
Skip until brand discloses coating chemistry or tests.
⚠Waterproof or stain-proof treatment
Jason Markk
Repel & Refresh Shoe Care Bundle
water-repellent shoe treatment formulation
Water-repellent shoe care, PFAS status undisclosed by brand.
⚠Waterproof or stain-proof treatment
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