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
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Women's Nike One High-Waisted 7/8 Leggings
nylon/polyester blend, no waterproof or stain-resist coating disclosed
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
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Women's Pro Sculpt High-Waisted 7/8 Leggings with Pockets
Nylon/spandex blend (no water-repellent coating)
Lower-concern basic leggings; no PFAS-treatment triggers detected.
⚠Risky category by default
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Women's Sportswear Classic High-Waisted 7/8 Leggings
Polyester blend (nylon/spandex mix)
Lower PFAS concern, basic stretch leggings with no water repellent finish, but Nike discloses nothing.
⚠Risky category by default
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Women's High-Waisted 7/8 Leggings
Nylon/polyester blend knit fabric, no water-repellent coating (water-repellent coating) coating specified
Lower concern, standard leggings without water-repellent treatment or disclosed coatings.
⚠Risky category by default
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Women's Leggings Nike Pro 365
Polyester blend (primary); elastane/spandex
Lower concern, standard athletic leggings with no known PFAS-treatment triggers.
⚠Risky category by default
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Girls Pro Leggings
polyester/nylon blend (standard athletic leggings, no water-repellent finish disclosed)
Lower concern, standard athletic leggings without disclosed water/stain treatment.
⚠Risky category by default
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Women's Chill Knit Mid-Rise Ribbed Tights
Nylon/polyester knit blend, no waterproofing or coating disclosed
Lower concern, basic athletic knit without water/stain treatments, but Nike provides no PFAS transparency.
⚠Risky category by default
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Women's One Seamless Front High-Waisted Full-Length Leggings
Nylon/polyester blend, no documented waterproof or stain-resistant coating
Lower concern; standard athletic leggings with no water-repellent coating or special coatings flagged.
⚠Risky category by default
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Girls' Swoosh Sports Bra
nylon/polyester blend with elastane
Lower concern, basic athletic bra with no known PFAS treatment, but Nike provides no public disclosure.
⚠Risky category by default
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Medium Support Sports Bra Nike Women's Swoosh
Nylon/polyester blend fabric, no waterproofing or stain treatment disclosed
Lower PFAS concern; standard sports bra with no waterproofing or chemical finishes typical of PFAS use.
⚠Risky category by default
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Lightweight Running Crew Socks
Polyester/nylon blend, no reported water-resistant or stain-resistant treatment
Lower concern for typical lightweight running socks; no water-repellent coating treatment reported.
⚠Risky category by default
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Everyday Max Crew Socks Men's
Cotton/polyester blend (no water-resistant treatment indicated)
Lower PFAS concern, basic crew socks with no water-repellent coating or stain-resistant finish.
⚠Risky category by default
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Running Women Lightweight Socks
Polyester blend / nylon blend with elastic (typical athletic sock)
Lower PFAS concern for basic athletic socks; no evidence of water-repellent coating treatment or Teflon-type coating.
⚠Risky category by default
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Midweight Running Crew Women Socks
polyester/nylon blend with elastane
Lower concern, basic athletic socks with no obvious PFAS triggers, but Nike discloses nothing.
⚠Risky category by default
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Running Midweight Socks
polyester/nylon blend with elastane
Lower concern for typical use, but Nike does not disclose water-repellent coating chemistry.
⚠Risky category by default
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Wool Micro crew Women socks
wool blend (merino wool primary)
Lower-concern choice; wool socks rarely require PFAS treatments, but Nike makes no explicit disclosure.
⚠Risky category by default
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Everyday Elevated Socks
Cotton blend (primary); elastic/synthetic cuffs
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
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Boys' 6-Pack Cushioned Crew Socks
cotton/polyester blend crew socks, cushioned construction
Lower PFAS concern; basic athletic socks without water treatment or specialty coatings.
⚠Risky category by default
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Women's V-Neck Tankini Top
Nylon/polyester blend (typical tankini construction)
Lower PFAS concern for basic tankini; no waterproofing or special coatings typical.
⚠Risky category by default
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Women's Effortless Essential Square Neck Tankini Top
Nylon/polyester blend (tankini textile)
Lower concern; standard athletic swimwear with no known PFAS treatment applied.
⚠Risky category by default
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Women's Mid-Rise 7/8 Leggings
Polyester/nylon blend (standard athletic knit)
Lower concern, basic knit leggings with no water-repellent coating or special coatings typically pose minimal PFAS risk.
⚠Risky category by default
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Women's Zenvy High-Waisted Full-Length Leggings
Nylon/polyester blend, likely uncoated
Lower PFAS concern for basic leggings; Nike has not disclosed water-repellent coating treatment for this style.
⚠Risky category by default
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Women's Universa Leggings
Polyester/nylon blend, no special water-repellent or stain treatment disclosed
Lower-concern basic leggings; no water-repellent coating flagged, but Nike provides no transparency on PFAS practices.
⚠Risky category by default
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Women's Zenvy High-Waisted 7/8 Leggings
Nylon/polyester blend stretch fabric, no water-resistant coating disclosed
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
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Women's Pro 365 High-Waisted Mesh-Paneled Leggings
nylon mesh panels, polyester/spandex blend
Lower concern, standard athletic leggings with no known PFAS triggers, but Nike discloses nothing.
⚠Risky category by default
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Women's Victory Mid-Rise Full-Length Leggings
Nylon/polyester blend (synthetic textile)
Lower concern unless treated with water-repellent coating, Nike's product specs don't disclose any water-repellent coating.
⚠Risky category by default
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Women's Ripple Texture Squareneck One Piece Swimsuit
Polyester/nylon blend (standard swimwear textile)
Lower concern, standard swimwear with no known PFAS triggers, but Nike hasn't disclosed PFAS practices.
⚠Risky category by default
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Women's Solid Cut-Out One Piece Swimsuit
Nylon/polyester blend fabric (typical for swimwear)
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
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Women's Dri-FIT Padded Sports Bra
nylon/polyester blend with Dri-FIT moisture-wicking treatment
Skip until Nike discloses water-repellent coating chemistry, Dri-FIT's water-repellent finish often relies on PFAS.
⚠Waterproof or stain-proof treatment
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Women's Water Texture Jacquard V-Neck One-Piece Swimsuit
Nylon jacquard with water-repellent coating (water-repellent coating) finish
Skip until Nike discloses water-repellent coating chemistry or commits to PFAS-free treatment.
⚠Waterproof or stain-proof treatment
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Women's Shoreline Scoop Neck One Piece Swimsuit
Nylon/polyester blend with water-repellent coating finish
Skip until Nike discloses water-repellent coating chemistry; common swimwear uses PFAS-based water repellents.
⚠Waterproof or stain-proof treatment
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Women's Fastback One Piece Swimsuit
Nylon/polyester blend with water-repellent coating finish
Skip until Nike discloses water-repellent coating chemistry, PFAS risk unclear.
⚠Waterproof or stain-proof treatment
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Women's V-Back One Piece Swimsuit
Polyester/nylon blend with likely water-repellent coating treatment
Skip or contact Nike directly, swimsuit likely has water-repellent finish but brand discloses nothing about PFAS.
⚠Waterproof or stain-proof treatment
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Women's Swim Ribbed Texture U-Back Low Leg One Piece
Polyester with water-repellent coating finish
Skip until Nike discloses water-repellent coating chemistry or switches to PFAS-free water repellency.
⚠Waterproof or stain-proof treatment
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Women's Hydralock Luxe V-Neck One Piece Swimsuit
Nylon/polyester blend with water-repellent treatment
Skip or contact Nike directly, swimwear water-repellent coating treatments often use PFAS, but Nike discloses nothing.
⚠Waterproof or stain-proof treatment
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Women's Swim Nike Fastback One Piece Swimsuit
Nylon/polyester blend with water-repellent coating finish
Skip until Nike discloses water-repellent coating chemistry or pursue certified alternatives.
⚠Waterproof or stain-proof treatment
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Women's HydraStrong Cutout One Piece Swimsuit
Nylon/polyester blend with water-repellent coating water-repellent finish
Unknown PFAS risk; Nike does not publicly disclose water-repellent coating chemistry for this product.
⚠Waterproof or stain-proof treatment
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Women's Solid Hydrastrong Fastback One Piece Swimsuit
Nylon/polyester blend with water-resistant treatment
Moderate concern, typical chlorine/water-repellent coating treatment likely contains PFAS; Nike discloses nothing.
⚠Waterproof or stain-proof treatment
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Men's Dri-FIT Ready Fitness T-Shirt
polyester blend with Dri-FIT moisture-wicking treatment
Lower concern for standard athletic tee, but water-repellent coating finish may contain PFAS.
⚠Waterproof or stain-proof treatment
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Men's AeroSwift Dri-FIT ADV Short-Sleeve Running Top
Polyester blend with Dri-FIT moisture-wicking technology and likely water-repellent coating finish
Dri-FIT apparel likely treated; Nike discloses nothing about PFAS or water-repellent coating.
⚠Waterproof or stain-proof treatment
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Men's Dri-FIT Pro Tight Sleeveless Fitness Top
polyester blend with Dri-FIT moisture-wicking treatment
Lower concern, but Nike does not disclose water-repellent coating chemistry details.
⚠Waterproof or stain-proof treatment
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Women's Swift Breathe Dri-FIT Running Tank Top
Polyester blend with Dri-FIT moisture-wicking finish
Athletic tank with likely water-repellent coating finish; Nike silent on PFAS content.
⚠Waterproof or stain-proof treatment
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Women's Swift High Support Sports Bra
nylon, polyester blend with water-repellent coating finish
Likely lower concern, but Nike silent on PFAS in apparel.
⚠Waterproof or stain-proof treatment
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Men's Primary Dri-FIT Versatile Tank Top
polyester blend with Dri-FIT moisture-wicking treatment
Lower concern, but water-repellent coating finish PFAS status unknown from Nike.
⚠Waterproof or stain-proof treatment
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Men's Stride Dri-FIT ADV Running Tank Top
polyester blend with Dri-FIT moisture-wicking treatment
Dri-FIT treatment raises concern; Nike provides no PFAS disclosure.
⚠Waterproof or stain-proof treatment
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Women's Nike Tempo Dri-FIT Running Top
polyester with Dri-FIT moisture-wicking treatment
No PFAS claim. Dri-FIT finish may contain fluorochemicals; skip if concerned.
⚠Waterproof or stain-proof treatment
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Women's Pegasus Trail 5 GORE-TEX
Textile with GORE-TEX waterproof membrane and water-repellent coating finish
GORE-TEX traditionally used PFAS; Nike lacks public disclosure on this model
⚠Waterproof or stain-proof treatment
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Men's Pegasus Trail 5 GORE-TEX
Textile with GORE-TEX waterproof membrane
GORE-TEX likely contains PFAS; Nike silent on alternatives.
⚠Waterproof or stain-proof treatment
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Men's SFB Air Field Ukiah R GTX
Textile upper with GTX waterproof membrane
Unknown PFAS risk. GTX waterproofing commonly uses fluorochemicals.
⚠Waterproof or stain-proof treatment
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Walking Shoes Nike Women's Motiva Gore-Tex
Gore-Tex waterproof membrane with textile upper
Gore-Tex typically contains PFAS; Nike discloses nothing.
⚠Waterproof or stain-proof treatment
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Air Max SNDR Nike Women's
synthetic textile upper, foam/rubber sole with water-repellent coating finish
Skip until Nike discloses water-repellent coating treatment chemistry.
⚠Waterproof or stain-proof treatment
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ACG Pegasus Trail Running Shoes
Mesh, synthetic leather, foam midsole with water-repellent coating
Trail shoes likely treated with water-repellent coating, Nike silent on PFAS
⚠Waterproof or stain-proof treatment
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Men's SFB 6" Leather Boot
Leather upper with waterproof/water-resistant treatment
Military boot likely treated for water resistance; Nike silent on PFAS.
⚠Waterproof or stain-proof treatment
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Terrex Ax4 Mid Gore Tex Hiking Shoes - US9
Gore-Tex waterproof membrane with synthetic uppers and rubber sole
Gore-Tex likely contains PFAS; Nike discloses nothing publicly.
⚠Waterproof or stain-proof treatment
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Varsity Elite Backpack
Polyester, nylon with water-repellent coating water-repellent coating
Skip until Nike discloses water-repellent coating chemistry or provides third-party testing.
⚠Waterproof or stain-proof treatment
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Swim Repel Backpack
Polyester with water-repellent (water-repellent coating) finish
Swim backpack likely has water-repellent coating.
⚠Waterproof or stain-proof treatment
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Hayward Backpack
Polyester blend with water-repellent coating
Typical backpack with water-resistant coating; PFAS status unclear.
⚠Waterproof or stain-proof treatment
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Aura Backpack
Nylon/polyester with water-resistant treatment
Unknown water-repellent coating treatment; contact Nike for chemical details.
⚠Waterproof or stain-proof treatment
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Brasilia Extra Large Backpack
Polyester with water-repellent coating water-resistant treatment
High uncertainty. water-repellent coating treatment likely contains PFAS; Nike provides no disclosure.
⚠Waterproof or stain-proof treatment
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Brasilia Training Backpack
Polyester with water-resistant coating (water-repellent coating treatment unspecified)
Backpack likely has water-repellent coating treatment; Nike discloses no PFAS stance.
⚠Waterproof or stain-proof treatment
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Volleyball Backpack
Polyester with water-resistant treatment
Unknown water-repellent coating.
⚠Waterproof or stain-proof treatment
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Sportswear Commute Backpack
polyester/nylon with water-repellent coating water-repellent coating
Likely water-repellent coating-treated; Nike silent on PFAS.
⚠Waterproof or stain-proof treatment
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