Is Osprey PFAS-free?
Across 15 graded products, Osprey averages F (29/100). 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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Dry Sack w/ Window
Nylon/polyester fabric with waterproof coating
Dry sack waterproofing unknown; Osprey provides no PFAS disclosure.
⚠Waterproof or stain-proof treatment
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Wildwater Dry Bag
PVC-free TPU or polyurethane fabric with water-repellent coating
water-repellent coating-coated dry bag; PFAS risk unknown, no brand disclosure.
⚠Waterproof or stain-proof treatment
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Ultralight Dry Stuff Pack
silicone-coated nylon, water-repellent coating treated
Dry stuff pack with water-repellent coating; PFAS status unclear from brand.
⚠Waterproof or stain-proof treatment
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Ultralight Dry Sack
Nylon fabric with water-repellent coating
Dry sacks use water-repellent coating coatings; brand does not disclose PFAS status.
⚠Waterproof or stain-proof treatment
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Metron Waterproof Roll Top Backpack
Nylon fabric with unspecified water-repellent coating waterproof coating
Waterproof backpack; PFAS content in water-repellent coating unknown.
⚠Waterproof or stain-proof treatment
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Dry Sack Window
PVC window panel with waterproofing treatment
Waterproof window; PFAS coating status undisclosed by brand.
⚠Waterproof or stain-proof treatment
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Transporter Roll Top
Fabric (likely nylon or polyester) with water-repellent coating waterproof treatment
Skip; waterproof treatment likely uses PFAS, brand silent on chemicals.
⚠Waterproof or stain-proof treatment
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Daylite Plus
Nylon fabric with water-repellent coating water-repellent finish
Skip until Osprey discloses water-repellent coating chemistry or switches to PFAS-free alternatives.
⚠Waterproof or stain-proof treatment
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Daylite Backpack
Nylon/polyester with unspecified water-repellent coating water-repellent coating
Osprey does not disclose water-repellent coating chemistry; moderate PFAS concern due to water-repellent treatment, but unconfirmed.
⚠Waterproof or stain-proof treatment
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Sportlite 25 Hiking Backpack
nylon ripstop, polyester, water-repellent coating-treated fabrics
Likely contains PFAS-based water-repellent coating treatment; Osprey has not disclosed or committed to PFAS-free alternatives.
⚠Waterproof or stain-proof treatment
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Daylite Pack Special Edition
Nylon/polyester blend with water-repellent coating (likely PFAS-based)
Skip or contact Osprey for water-repellent coating transparency, typical outdoor packs use fluorinated water repellents.
⚠Waterproof or stain-proof treatment
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Nebula 32 Backpack
Nylon/polyester with water-repellent coating (type unspecified)
Mid-risk: water-repellent coating-coated pack with no PFAS transparency, typical for outdoor gear, but no verification offered.
⚠Waterproof or stain-proof treatment
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Hikelite 18
Nylon ripstop, polyester lining; water-resistant treatment unspecified
Moderate concern: hydrophobic backpack with undisclosed water-repellent coating treatment likely contains PFAS; request material specs from Osprey.
⚠Waterproof or stain-proof treatment
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Astronova Backpack
Nylon/polyester ripstop with water-repellent coating (water-repellent coating) coating
Skip if PFAS-concerned; Osprey does not disclose water-repellent coating chemistry, likely fluorinated legacy coating.
⚠Waterproof or stain-proof treatment
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Talon 22 Hiking Backpack
Nylon ripstop with water-repellent coating (water-repellent coating) coating
PFAS risk likely but unconfirmed; Osprey has not disclosed treatment chemistry.
⚠Waterproof or stain-proof treatment
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