F

Is Nike PFAS-free?

Across 63 graded products, Nike averages F (40/100). 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

Women's Nike One High-Waisted 7/8 Leggings

Nike

Women's Nike One High-Waisted 7/8 Leggings

nylon/polyester blend, no waterproof or stain-resist coating disclosed

D
D · Elevated

Lower concern, basic athletic leggings with no water-repellent coating or stain treatment; PFAS risk appears minimal but Nike discloses nothing.

Risky category by default

Nike Women's Pro Sculpt High-Waisted 7/8 Leggings with Pockets

Nike

Women's Pro Sculpt High-Waisted 7/8 Leggings with Pockets

Nylon/spandex blend (no water-repellent coating)

D
D · Elevated

Lower-concern basic leggings; no PFAS-treatment triggers detected.

Risky category by default

Nike Women's Sportswear Classic High-Waisted 7/8 Leggings

Nike

Women's Sportswear Classic High-Waisted 7/8 Leggings

Polyester blend (nylon/spandex mix)

D
D · Elevated

Lower PFAS concern, basic stretch leggings with no water repellent finish, but Nike discloses nothing.

Risky category by default

Nike Women's High-Waisted 7/8 Leggings

Nike

Women's High-Waisted 7/8 Leggings

Nylon/polyester blend knit fabric, no water-repellent coating (water-repellent coating) coating specified

D
D · Elevated

Lower concern, standard leggings without water-repellent treatment or disclosed coatings.

Risky category by default

Women's Leggings Nike Pro 365

Nike

Women's Leggings Nike Pro 365

Polyester blend (primary); elastane/spandex

D
D · Elevated

Lower concern, standard athletic leggings with no known PFAS-treatment triggers.

Risky category by default

Nike Girls Pro Leggings

Nike

Girls Pro Leggings

polyester/nylon blend (standard athletic leggings, no water-repellent finish disclosed)

D
D · Elevated

Lower concern, standard athletic leggings without disclosed water/stain treatment.

Risky category by default

Nike Women's Chill Knit Mid-Rise Ribbed Tights

Nike

Women's Chill Knit Mid-Rise Ribbed Tights

Nylon/polyester knit blend, no waterproofing or coating disclosed

D
D · Elevated

Lower concern, basic athletic knit without water/stain treatments, but Nike provides no PFAS transparency.

Risky category by default

Nike Women's One Seamless Front High-Waisted Full-Length Leggings

Nike

Women's One Seamless Front High-Waisted Full-Length Leggings

Nylon/polyester blend, no documented waterproof or stain-resistant coating

D
D · Elevated

Lower concern; standard athletic leggings with no water-repellent coating or special coatings flagged.

Risky category by default

Nike Girls' Swoosh Sports Bra

Nike

Girls' Swoosh Sports Bra

nylon/polyester blend with elastane

D
D · Elevated

Lower concern, basic athletic bra with no known PFAS treatment, but Nike provides no public disclosure.

Risky category by default

Medium Support Sports Bra Nike Women's Swoosh

Nike

Medium Support Sports Bra Nike Women's Swoosh

Nylon/polyester blend fabric, no waterproofing or stain treatment disclosed

D
D · Elevated

Lower PFAS concern; standard sports bra with no waterproofing or chemical finishes typical of PFAS use.

Risky category by default

Nike Lightweight Running Crew Socks

Nike

Lightweight Running Crew Socks

Polyester/nylon blend, no reported water-resistant or stain-resistant treatment

D
D · Elevated

Lower concern for typical lightweight running socks; no water-repellent coating treatment reported.

Risky category by default

Nike Everyday Max Crew Socks Men's

Nike

Everyday Max Crew Socks Men's

Cotton/polyester blend (no water-resistant treatment indicated)

D
D · Elevated

Lower PFAS concern, basic crew socks with no water-repellent coating or stain-resistant finish.

Risky category by default

Nike Running Women Lightweight Socks

Nike

Running Women Lightweight Socks

Polyester blend / nylon blend with elastic (typical athletic sock)

D
D · Elevated

Lower PFAS concern for basic athletic socks; no evidence of water-repellent coating treatment or Teflon-type coating.

Risky category by default

Nike Midweight Running Crew Women Socks

Nike

Midweight Running Crew Women Socks

polyester/nylon blend with elastane

D
D · Elevated

Lower concern, basic athletic socks with no obvious PFAS triggers, but Nike discloses nothing.

Risky category by default

Nike Running Midweight Socks

Nike

Running Midweight Socks

polyester/nylon blend with elastane

D
D · Elevated

Lower concern for typical use, but Nike does not disclose water-repellent coating chemistry.

Risky category by default

Nike Wool Micro crew Women socks

Nike

Wool Micro crew Women socks

wool blend (merino wool primary)

D
D · Elevated

Lower-concern choice; wool socks rarely require PFAS treatments, but Nike makes no explicit disclosure.

Risky category by default

Nike Everyday Elevated Socks

Nike

Everyday Elevated Socks

Cotton blend (primary); elastic/synthetic cuffs

D
D · Elevated

Lower PFAS concern; basic socks without water-repellent coating or stain treatments, but no public transparency from Nike on PFAS practices.

Risky category by default

Nike Boys' 6-Pack Cushioned Crew Socks

Nike

Boys' 6-Pack Cushioned Crew Socks

cotton/polyester blend crew socks, cushioned construction

D
D · Elevated

Lower PFAS concern; basic athletic socks without water treatment or specialty coatings.

Risky category by default

Nike Women's V-Neck Tankini Top

Nike

Women's V-Neck Tankini Top

Nylon/polyester blend (typical tankini construction)

D
D · Elevated

Lower PFAS concern for basic tankini; no waterproofing or special coatings typical.

Risky category by default

Nike Women's Effortless Essential Square Neck Tankini Top

Nike

Women's Effortless Essential Square Neck Tankini Top

Nylon/polyester blend (tankini textile)

D
D · Elevated

Lower concern; standard athletic swimwear with no known PFAS treatment applied.

Risky category by default

Nike Women's Mid-Rise 7/8 Leggings

Nike

Women's Mid-Rise 7/8 Leggings

Polyester/nylon blend (standard athletic knit)

D
D · Elevated

Lower concern, basic knit leggings with no water-repellent coating or special coatings typically pose minimal PFAS risk.

Risky category by default

Nike Women's Zenvy High-Waisted Full-Length Leggings

Nike

Women's Zenvy High-Waisted Full-Length Leggings

Nylon/polyester blend, likely uncoated

D
D · Elevated

Lower PFAS concern for basic leggings; Nike has not disclosed water-repellent coating treatment for this style.

Risky category by default

Nike Women's Universa Leggings

Nike

Women's Universa Leggings

Polyester/nylon blend, no special water-repellent or stain treatment disclosed

D
D · Elevated

Lower-concern basic leggings; no water-repellent coating flagged, but Nike provides no transparency on PFAS practices.

Risky category by default

Nike Women's Zenvy High-Waisted 7/8 Leggings

Nike

Women's Zenvy High-Waisted 7/8 Leggings

Nylon/polyester blend stretch fabric, no water-resistant coating disclosed

D
D · Elevated

Lower PFAS concern for basic stretch leggings without water-repellent coating finish; Nike silence on treatment chemicals is typical but unhelpful.

Risky category by default

Nike Women's Pro 365 High-Waisted Mesh-Paneled Leggings

Nike

Women's Pro 365 High-Waisted Mesh-Paneled Leggings

nylon mesh panels, polyester/spandex blend

D
D · Elevated

Lower concern, standard athletic leggings with no known PFAS triggers, but Nike discloses nothing.

Risky category by default

Nike Women's Victory Mid-Rise Full-Length Leggings

Nike

Women's Victory Mid-Rise Full-Length Leggings

Nylon/polyester blend (synthetic textile)

D
D · Elevated

Lower concern unless treated with water-repellent coating, Nike's product specs don't disclose any water-repellent coating.

Risky category by default

Nike Women's Ripple Texture Squareneck One Piece Swimsuit

Nike

Women's Ripple Texture Squareneck One Piece Swimsuit

Polyester/nylon blend (standard swimwear textile)

D
D · Elevated

Lower concern, standard swimwear with no known PFAS triggers, but Nike hasn't disclosed PFAS practices.

Risky category by default

Nike Women's Solid Cut-Out One Piece Swimsuit

Nike

Women's Solid Cut-Out One Piece Swimsuit

Nylon/polyester blend fabric (typical for swimwear)

D
D · Elevated

Lower concern for basic swimwear; standard fabric blend unlikely to contain intentional PFAS, but Nike has not publicly committed to PFAS-free manufacturing.

Risky category by default

Nike Dri-FIT Apparel

Nike

Dri-FIT Apparel

F
F · High PFAS

Risky category by default

Nike Women's Dri-FIT Padded Sports Bra

Nike

Women's Dri-FIT Padded Sports Bra

nylon/polyester blend with Dri-FIT moisture-wicking treatment

F
F · High PFAS

Skip until Nike discloses water-repellent coating chemistry, Dri-FIT's water-repellent finish often relies on PFAS.

Waterproof or stain-proof treatment

Nike Women's Water Texture Jacquard V-Neck One-Piece Swimsuit

Nike

Women's Water Texture Jacquard V-Neck One-Piece Swimsuit

Nylon jacquard with water-repellent coating (water-repellent coating) finish

F
F · High PFAS

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

Waterproof or stain-proof treatment

Nike Women's Shoreline Scoop Neck One Piece Swimsuit

Nike

Women's Shoreline Scoop Neck One Piece Swimsuit

Nylon/polyester blend with water-repellent coating finish

F
F · High PFAS

Skip until Nike discloses water-repellent coating chemistry; common swimwear uses PFAS-based water repellents.

Waterproof or stain-proof treatment

Nike Women's Fastback One Piece Swimsuit

Nike

Women's Fastback One Piece Swimsuit

Nylon/polyester blend with water-repellent coating finish

F
F · High PFAS

Skip until Nike discloses water-repellent coating chemistry, PFAS risk unclear.

Waterproof or stain-proof treatment

Nike Women's V-Back One Piece Swimsuit

Nike

Women's V-Back One Piece Swimsuit

Polyester/nylon blend with likely water-repellent coating treatment

F
F · High PFAS

Skip or contact Nike directly, swimsuit likely has water-repellent finish but brand discloses nothing about PFAS.

Waterproof or stain-proof treatment

Nike Women's Swim Ribbed Texture U-Back Low Leg One Piece

Nike

Women's Swim Ribbed Texture U-Back Low Leg One Piece

Polyester with water-repellent coating finish

F
F · High PFAS

Skip until Nike discloses water-repellent coating chemistry or switches to PFAS-free water repellency.

Waterproof or stain-proof treatment

Nike Women's Hydralock Luxe V-Neck One Piece Swimsuit

Nike

Women's Hydralock Luxe V-Neck One Piece Swimsuit

Nylon/polyester blend with water-repellent treatment

F
F · High PFAS

Skip or contact Nike directly, swimwear water-repellent coating treatments often use PFAS, but Nike discloses nothing.

Waterproof or stain-proof treatment

Nike Women's Swim Nike Fastback One Piece Swimsuit

Nike

Women's Swim Nike Fastback One Piece Swimsuit

Nylon/polyester blend with water-repellent coating finish

F
F · High PFAS

Skip until Nike discloses water-repellent coating chemistry or pursue certified alternatives.

Waterproof or stain-proof treatment

Nike Women's HydraStrong Cutout One Piece Swimsuit

Nike

Women's HydraStrong Cutout One Piece Swimsuit

Nylon/polyester blend with water-repellent coating water-repellent finish

F
F · High PFAS

Unknown PFAS risk; Nike does not publicly disclose water-repellent coating chemistry for this product.

Waterproof or stain-proof treatment

Nike Women's Solid Hydrastrong Fastback One Piece Swimsuit

Nike

Women's Solid Hydrastrong Fastback One Piece Swimsuit

Nylon/polyester blend with water-resistant treatment

F
F · High PFAS

Moderate concern, typical chlorine/water-repellent coating treatment likely contains PFAS; Nike discloses nothing.

Waterproof or stain-proof treatment

Nike Men's Dri-FIT Ready Fitness T-Shirt

Nike

Men's Dri-FIT Ready Fitness T-Shirt

polyester blend with Dri-FIT moisture-wicking treatment

F
F
PFASAll
F · High PFAS4 flags

Lower concern for standard athletic tee, but water-repellent coating finish may contain PFAS.

Waterproof or stain-proof treatment

Nike Men's AeroSwift Dri-FIT ADV Short-Sleeve Running Top

Nike

Men's AeroSwift Dri-FIT ADV Short-Sleeve Running Top

Polyester blend with Dri-FIT moisture-wicking technology and likely water-repellent coating finish

F
F
PFASAll
F · High PFAS3 flags

Dri-FIT apparel likely treated; Nike discloses nothing about PFAS or water-repellent coating.

Waterproof or stain-proof treatment

Nike Men's Dri-FIT Pro Tight Sleeveless Fitness Top

Nike

Men's Dri-FIT Pro Tight Sleeveless Fitness Top

polyester blend with Dri-FIT moisture-wicking treatment

F
F
PFASAll
F · High PFAS2 flags

Lower concern, but Nike does not disclose water-repellent coating chemistry details.

Waterproof or stain-proof treatment

Nike Women's Swift Breathe Dri-FIT Running Tank Top

Nike

Women's Swift Breathe Dri-FIT Running Tank Top

Polyester blend with Dri-FIT moisture-wicking finish

F
F
PFASAll
F · High PFAS3 flags

Athletic tank with likely water-repellent coating finish; Nike silent on PFAS content.

Waterproof or stain-proof treatment

Nike Women's Swift High Support Sports Bra

Nike

Women's Swift High Support Sports Bra

nylon, polyester blend with water-repellent coating finish

F
F
PFASAll
F · High PFAS2 flags

Likely lower concern, but Nike silent on PFAS in apparel.

Waterproof or stain-proof treatment

Nike Men's Primary Dri-FIT Versatile Tank Top

Nike

Men's Primary Dri-FIT Versatile Tank Top

polyester blend with Dri-FIT moisture-wicking treatment

F
F
PFASAll
F · High PFAS3 flags

Lower concern, but water-repellent coating finish PFAS status unknown from Nike.

Waterproof or stain-proof treatment

Nike Men's Stride Dri-FIT ADV Running Tank Top

Nike

Men's Stride Dri-FIT ADV Running Tank Top

polyester blend with Dri-FIT moisture-wicking treatment

F
F
PFASAll
F · High PFAS2 flags

Dri-FIT treatment raises concern; Nike provides no PFAS disclosure.

Waterproof or stain-proof treatment

Women's Nike Tempo Dri-FIT Running Top

Nike

Women's Nike Tempo Dri-FIT Running Top

polyester with Dri-FIT moisture-wicking treatment

F
F
PFASAll
F · High PFAS2 flags

No PFAS claim. Dri-FIT finish may contain fluorochemicals; skip if concerned.

Waterproof or stain-proof treatment

Nike Women's Pegasus Trail 5 GORE-TEX

Nike

Women's Pegasus Trail 5 GORE-TEX

Textile with GORE-TEX waterproof membrane and water-repellent coating finish

F
F
PFASAll
F · High PFAS2 flags

GORE-TEX traditionally used PFAS; Nike lacks public disclosure on this model

Waterproof or stain-proof treatment

Nike Men's Pegasus Trail 5 GORE-TEX

Nike

Men's Pegasus Trail 5 GORE-TEX

Textile with GORE-TEX waterproof membrane

F
F
PFASAll
F · High PFAS3 flags

GORE-TEX likely contains PFAS; Nike silent on alternatives.

Waterproof or stain-proof treatment

Nike Men's SFB Air Field Ukiah R GTX

Nike

Men's SFB Air Field Ukiah R GTX

Textile upper with GTX waterproof membrane

F
F
PFASAll
F · High PFAS2 flags

Unknown PFAS risk. GTX waterproofing commonly uses fluorochemicals.

Waterproof or stain-proof treatment

Walking Shoes Nike Women's Motiva Gore-Tex

Nike

Walking Shoes Nike Women's Motiva Gore-Tex

Gore-Tex waterproof membrane with textile upper

F
F
PFASAll
F · High PFAS2 flags

Gore-Tex typically contains PFAS; Nike discloses nothing.

Waterproof or stain-proof treatment

Air Max SNDR Nike Women's

Nike

Air Max SNDR Nike Women's

synthetic textile upper, foam/rubber sole with water-repellent coating finish

F
F
PFASAll
F · High PFAS3 flags

Skip until Nike discloses water-repellent coating treatment chemistry.

Waterproof or stain-proof treatment

Nike ACG Pegasus Trail Running Shoes

Nike

ACG Pegasus Trail Running Shoes

Mesh, synthetic leather, foam midsole with water-repellent coating

F
F
PFASAll
F · High PFAS3 flags

Trail shoes likely treated with water-repellent coating, Nike silent on PFAS

Waterproof or stain-proof treatment

Nike Men's SFB 6" Leather Boot

Nike

Men's SFB 6" Leather Boot

Leather upper with waterproof/water-resistant treatment

F
F
PFASAll
F · High PFAS2 flags

Military boot likely treated for water resistance; Nike silent on PFAS.

Waterproof or stain-proof treatment

Nike Terrex Ax4 Mid Gore Tex Hiking Shoes - US9

Nike

Terrex Ax4 Mid Gore Tex Hiking Shoes - US9

Gore-Tex waterproof membrane with synthetic uppers and rubber sole

F
F
PFASAll
F · High PFAS2 flags

Gore-Tex likely contains PFAS; Nike discloses nothing publicly.

Waterproof or stain-proof treatment

Nike Varsity Elite Backpack

Nike

Varsity Elite Backpack

Polyester, nylon with water-repellent coating water-repellent coating

F
F
PFASAll
F · High PFAS3 flags

Skip until Nike discloses water-repellent coating chemistry or provides third-party testing.

Waterproof or stain-proof treatment

Nike Swim Repel Backpack

Nike

Swim Repel Backpack

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

F
F
PFASAll
F · High PFAS3 flags

Swim backpack likely has water-repellent coating.

Waterproof or stain-proof treatment

Nike Hayward Backpack

Nike

Hayward Backpack

Polyester blend with water-repellent coating

F
F
PFASAll
F · High PFAS1 flag

Typical backpack with water-resistant coating; PFAS status unclear.

Waterproof or stain-proof treatment

Nike Aura Backpack

Nike

Aura Backpack

Nylon/polyester with water-resistant treatment

F
F
PFASAll
F · High PFAS2 flags

Unknown water-repellent coating treatment; contact Nike for chemical details.

Waterproof or stain-proof treatment

Nike Brasilia Extra Large Backpack

Nike

Brasilia Extra Large Backpack

Polyester with water-repellent coating water-resistant treatment

F
F
PFASAll
F · High PFAS4 flags

High uncertainty. water-repellent coating treatment likely contains PFAS; Nike provides no disclosure.

Waterproof or stain-proof treatment

Nike Brasilia Training Backpack

Nike

Brasilia Training Backpack

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

F
F
PFASAll
F · High PFAS3 flags

Backpack likely has water-repellent coating treatment; Nike discloses no PFAS stance.

Waterproof or stain-proof treatment

Nike Volleyball Backpack

Nike

Volleyball Backpack

Polyester with water-resistant treatment

F
F
PFASAll
F · High PFAS4 flags

Unknown water-repellent coating.

Waterproof or stain-proof treatment

Nike Sportswear Commute Backpack

Nike

Sportswear Commute Backpack

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

F
F
PFASAll
F · High PFAS5 flags

Likely water-repellent coating-treated; Nike silent on PFAS.

Waterproof or stain-proof treatment

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