F

Is Patagonia PFAS-free?

Across 117 graded products, Patagonia averages F (42/100). On disclosure, the brand says nothing publicly about PFAS. 2 of its products grade C or better. Grades are model-based estimates, not lab results.

Worth buying from Patagonia C or better, safest first

Patagonia Men's 10" Quandary Shorts

Patagonia

Men's 10" Quandary Shorts

nylon/polyester blend with water-repellent coating treatment

A
A
PFASAll
A · Very low PFAS1 flag

Lower concern. Patagonia uses PFC-free water-repellent coating; verify MADE SAFE label on tag.

MADE SAFE (PFAS-free DWR verified on some styles)

Lab test found no PFAS

Patagonia R4 Yulex Regulator Three Finger Mitts

Patagonia

R4 Yulex Regulator Three Finger Mitts

Yulex (synthetic rubber), neoprene-free alternative

A
B
PFASAll
A · Very low PFAS2 flags

Lower PFAS concern; Yulex is a known PFAS-reduction choice, though independent lab verification of these mitts is absent.

Risky category by default

Graded and flagged D and F, we’d swap these

Patagonia Men's Torrentshell 3L Rain Jacket

Patagonia

Men's Torrentshell 3L Rain Jacket

Recycled polyester with PFC-free water-repellent coating finish

D
D · Elevated

Lower PFAS concern; Patagonia has publicly transitioned Torrentshell to PFC-free water-repellent coating, but independent verification remains limited.

Patagonia's Bluesign® partnership

Waterproof or stain-proof treatment

Patagonia Women's Torrentshell 3L Rain Parka

Patagonia

Women's Torrentshell 3L Rain Parka

Nylon with polyurethane water-repellent coating (fluorocarbon-free)

D
D · Elevated

Lower-concern choice; Patagonia has publicly committed to and implemented PFC-free water-repellent coating, with Bluesign partnership verification.

Bluesign® System Partner

Waterproof or stain-proof treatment

Patagonia Women's Centered Crops

Patagonia

Women's Centered Crops

nylon/spandex blend (no water-repellent coating)

D
D · Elevated

Lower PFAS concern, athletic crop with no water-resistant finish, but brand hasn't disclosed PFAS policy.

Risky category by default

Patagonia Women's Centered Tights

Patagonia

Women's Centered Tights

Nylon/spandex blend (stretch athletic tights)

D
D · Elevated

Lower-concern basics; no waterproof treatment typical of performance tights, but Patagonia silent on PFAS sourcing.

Risky category by default

Patagonia Kids' Torrentshell 3L Rain Jacket

Patagonia

Kids' Torrentshell 3L Rain Jacket

Nylon with PFC-free water-repellent coating finish

D
D · Elevated

Lower PFAS concern; Patagonia's documented shift to PFC-free water-repellent coating is credible but third-party verification is limited.

Bluesign®

Waterproof or stain-proof treatment

Patagonia Kids' Long-Sleeved Capilene Silkweight T-Shirt

Patagonia

Kids' Long-Sleeved Capilene Silkweight T-Shirt

Polyester (Capilene Silkweight synthetic blend)

D
D · Elevated

Lower concern, untreated synthetic base, but Patagonia has not publicly disclosed PFAS absence or water-repellent coating treatment details.

Risky category by default

Patagonia Kids' Capilene Silkweight T-Shirt

Patagonia

Kids' Capilene Silkweight T-Shirt

Synthetic polyester (Capilene fabric)

D
D · Elevated

Lower concern, synthetic base with no water/stain treatment typical for lightweight T-shirts.

Risky category by default

Patagonia Kids' Outdoor Everyday Pants

Patagonia

Kids' Outdoor Everyday Pants

Organic cotton blend with water-repellent coating finish (PFAS-free)

D
D · Elevated

Lower concern, Patagonia has phased out PFAS-based water-repellent coating in kids' apparel; organic cotton base is a plus.

Bluesign®Fair Trade Certified

Waterproof or stain-proof treatment

Patagonia Girls' Re-Tool Snap-T Pullover

Patagonia

Girls' Re-Tool Snap-T Pullover

Polyester fleece (recycled)

D
D · Elevated

Lower concern fleece; Patagonia silent on PFAS but uses conventional recycled polyester without known water-repellent coating treatment.

Risky category by default

Patagonia Men's Lightweight All-Wear 5-Pocket Pants

Patagonia

Men's Lightweight All-Wear 5-Pocket Pants

Cotton-blend twill, no waterproofing stated

D
D · Elevated

Lower PFAS concern; conventional cotton pants with no water-repellent finish.

Risky category by default

Better Sweater Gloves Patagonia Women's

Patagonia

Better Sweater Gloves Patagonia Women's

Polyester fleece (recycled)

D
D · Elevated

Lower PFAS concern, fleece gloves rarely need water-repellent coating treatments, but Patagonia has not publicly disclosed PFAS policies for this product.

Risky category by default

Patagonia Men's Straight Fit Jeans

Patagonia

Men's Straight Fit Jeans

cotton denim, no water-repellent coating (water-repellent coating) coating

D
D · Elevated

Lower concern; untreated cotton denim has minimal PFAS risk, though Patagonia's PFAS sourcing transparency remains opaque.

Risky category by default

Patagonia Men's Performance Straight Fit Jeans

Patagonia

Men's Performance Straight Fit Jeans

cotton/organic cotton denim

D
D · Elevated

Lower PFAS risk for untreated denim; Patagonia's silence on water-repellent coating treatment is the main uncertainty.

Risky category by default

Patagonia Women's Slim Work Denim Pants

Patagonia

Women's Slim Work Denim Pants

Cotton-blend denim (no stated water-repellent or stain treatment)

D
D · Elevated

Lower concern, untreated cotton denim with no known water-repellent coating finish; standard wear item.

Risky category by default

Patagonia Synchilla Gloves

Patagonia

Synchilla Gloves

Polyester fleece (Synchilla®); no water-repellent treatment disclosed

D
D · Elevated

Lower PFAS concern for core fleece; verify any water-repellent finish separately with Patagonia.

Risky category by default

Patagonia Women's Bottom Turn Racerback Bikini Top

Patagonia

Women's Bottom Turn Racerback Bikini Top

Nylon/polyester blend with elastane (standard swimwear)

D
D · Elevated

Lower concern, basic swimwear without water-repellent coating, though Patagonia's broader PFAS practices warrant review.

Risky category by default

Patagonia Men's Yulex Regulator Lite Front-Zip Full Wetsuit

Patagonia

Men's Yulex Regulator Lite Front-Zip Full Wetsuit

Yulex (synthetic rubber, PTMEG-based), neoprene-free

D
D · Elevated

Lower concern; Yulex rubber base avoids traditional neoprene, but Patagonia's silence on water-repellent coating/coatings limits confidence.

Risky category by default

Patagonia Men's Yulex Regulator Lite Long John Wetsuit

Patagonia

Men's Yulex Regulator Lite Long John Wetsuit

Yulex (synthetic rubber), neoprene-free alternative

D
D · Elevated

Lower concern, Yulex is PFAS-free by design, but Patagonia offers no explicit confirmation.

Risky category by default

Patagonia Men's R2 Yulex Regulator Front-Zip Full Wetsuit

Patagonia

Men's R2 Yulex Regulator Front-Zip Full Wetsuit

Yulex (synthetic rubber), neoprene-free base

D
D · Elevated

Lower concern; Yulex is a synthetic rubber alternative to neoprene without known PFAS use, but Patagonia does not disclose wetsuit water-repellent coating treatments.

Risky category by default

Patagonia Men's Farrier's Work Shirt

Patagonia

Men's Farrier's Work Shirt

Organic cotton, standard construction

D
D · Elevated

Lower PFAS concern for basic work shirt; no water-resistant coating expected.

Risky category by default

Patagonia Men's R2 TechFace Hoody

Patagonia

Men's R2 TechFace Hoody

Polyester shell with water-repellent coating treatment

D
D · Elevated

Lower concern: Patagonia's public PFAS phase-out and explicit Teflon-type coating-free claim on this model support the product, though independent lab verification would stren

Bluesign®

Waterproof or stain-proof treatment

Patagonia Merino Wool Blend Crew Socks

Patagonia

Merino Wool Blend Crew Socks

Merino wool blend (wool, synthetic fibers)

D
D · Elevated

Lower PFAS concern; merino wool blend socks without waterproofing or stain treatment pose minimal risk.

Risky category by default

Patagonia ULW Liner Socks

Patagonia

ULW Liner Socks

Merino wool blend (likely polyester/nylon)

D
D · Elevated

Lower PFAS concern for basic merino sock; Patagonia's silent stance leaves some uncertainty.

Risky category by default

Patagonia Merino Wool Blend Knee Socks

Patagonia

Merino Wool Blend Knee Socks

Merino wool blend (primary fibers, no water-repellent finish specified)

D
D · Elevated

Lower-concern baseline merino socks; no PFAS red flags, but Patagonia doesn't publicly disclose water-repellent coating chemistry.

Risky category by default

Patagonia Ultralightweight Liner Socks

Patagonia

Ultralightweight Liner Socks

Merino wool blend, synthetic fibers (likely polyester/nylon), no reported water-repellent coating

D
D · Elevated

Lower concern, ultralight liner socks use minimal treatment, but confirm fiber content with retailer.

Risky category by default

Patagonia Merino Wool-Blend Crew Socks for trail comfort.

Patagonia

Merino Wool-Blend Crew Socks for trail comfort.

Merino wool blend, no water-repellent finish specified

D
D · Elevated

Lower concern, merino blend socks unlikely to contain PFAS unless treated with water-repellent coating finish not listed.

Risky category by default

Patagonia Lightweight Merino Performance Crew Socks

Patagonia

Lightweight Merino Performance Crew Socks

Merino wool blend, knit construction

D
D · Elevated

Lower PFAS concern for natural fiber socks, but Patagonia's silence on water-repellent coating treatment is a gap.

Risky category by default

Patagonia Ultra Lightweight Merino Wool Ankle Socks Black S

Patagonia

Ultra Lightweight Merino Wool Ankle Socks Black S

merino wool blend, no water-repellent treatment disclosed

D
D · Elevated

Lower PFAS concern; untreated merino wool socks present minimal risk.

Risky category by default

Patagonia Outdoor Socks

Patagonia

Outdoor Socks

merino wool blend (wool/synthetic fiber)

D
D · Elevated

Lower-concern baseline socks, but Patagonia makes no public PFAS disclosure.

Risky category by default

Patagonia Yulex Wading Socks

Patagonia

Yulex Wading Socks

Yulex (synthetic rubber) with Polyester blend

D
D · Elevated

Lower-concern choice, Patagonia explicitly avoids PFOA/Teflon-type coating in Yulex socks.

Bluesign certified (Yulex production)

Waterproof or stain-proof treatment

Patagonia Winter Weight Fleece Oversocks

Patagonia

Winter Weight Fleece Oversocks

Merino wool blend, no water-repellent coating treatment specified

D
D · Elevated

Lower concern, natural fiber base with no disclosed water treatments.

Risky category by default

Patagonia Merino Wool Blend Crew Sock - SMALL

Patagonia

Merino Wool Blend Crew Sock - SMALL

Merino wool blend (primary fibers)

D
D · Elevated

Lower concern; natural fiber blend with no known water-repellent treatment, but verify care label for water-repellent coating coatings.

Risky category by default

Patagonia Yoga Pants Women's M Leggings Straight Leg Bottoms Black

Patagonia

Yoga Pants Women's M Leggings Straight Leg Bottoms Black

nylon/spandex blend, no water-repellent finish disclosed

D
D · Elevated

Lower concern; plain stretch fabric with no obvious PFAS trigger, but Patagonia's full PFAS transparency unclear.

Risky category by default

Patagonia Women’s Sports Bra, 3 Pack

Patagonia

Women’s Sports Bra, 3 Pack

Nylon and spandex blend (stretch athletic fabric)

D
D · Elevated

Lower concern for typical sports bra fabric, but Patagonia makes no public PFAS commitment.

Risky category by default

Patagonia Women's Maipo Mid Impact Bra

Patagonia

Women's Maipo Mid Impact Bra

nylon/elastane blend, no water-repellent finish

D
D · Elevated

Lower PFAS concern, a standard sports bra without water-repellent coating treatment.

Risky category by default

Patagonia Women's Shadowlite Mid-Impact Adjustable Sports Bra

Patagonia

Women's Shadowlite Mid-Impact Adjustable Sports Bra

nylon, spandex blend with standard elastic

D
D · Elevated

Lower concern, basic sports bra without water-resistant or stain-resistant finishes typical of PFAS use.

Risky category by default

Patagonia Women's Live Simply Low Impact Sports Bra

Patagonia

Women's Live Simply Low Impact Sports Bra

Nylon blend with Lycra (no water-repellent finish disclosed)

D
D · Elevated

Lower PFAS concern for a basic sports bra, but Patagonia offers no transparency on water-repellent coating treatments.

Risky category by default

Patagonia Women's Shadowlite High-Impact Adjustable Sports Bra

Patagonia

Women's Shadowlite High-Impact Adjustable Sports Bra

Nylon blend elastic, polyester/nylon shell, synthetic blends

D
D · Elevated

Lower PFAS concern for core fabric; no water-repellent coating treatment typical for high-impact sports bras, but no public commitment from Patagonia on PFAS.

Risky category by default

Patagonia Women's Maipo Low-Impact Adjustable Sports Bra

Patagonia

Women's Maipo Low-Impact Adjustable Sports Bra

Nylon/spandex blend (no water-repellent coating disclosed)

D
D · Elevated

Lower-concern sports bra; no water-repellent coating treatment disclosed, but Patagonia provides no PFAS transparency.

Risky category by default

Patagonia Women's Active Mesh Bra

Patagonia

Women's Active Mesh Bra

Nylon mesh, elastane blend

D
D · Elevated

Lower PFAS concern for a basic athletic mesh bra; no water-repellent coating or stain treatments typical of this category.

Risky category by default

Patagonia Women's Switchback Sports Bra

Patagonia

Women's Switchback Sports Bra

Nylon/spandex blend (athletic knit)

D
D · Elevated

Lower concern for typical athletic apparel; no water-repellent coating treatment signals mean reduced PFAS risk vs.

Risky category by default

The Fitzroy apron

Patagonia

The Fitzroy apron

organic cotton canvas

D
D · Elevated

Lower-concern purchase; natural fabric apron with no known PFAS triggers, but Patagonia's PFAS transparency could be stronger.

Risky category by default

Patagonia Men's Home Waters Hybrid Shorts

Patagonia

Men's Home Waters Hybrid Shorts

Polyester blend with PFAS-free water-repellent coating finish

D
F
PFASAll
D · Elevated2 flags

Lower concern. Patagonia phased out PFAS-based water-repellent coating; verify current product line batch.

Bluesign

Waterproof or stain-proof treatment

Baggies Shorts Patagonia Men's

Patagonia

Baggies Shorts Patagonia Men's

Nylon with PFC-free water-repellent coating treatment

D
F
PFASAll
D · Elevated2 flags

Lower PFAS concern. Patagonia uses PFC-free water-repellent coating on most shorts.

Bluesign

Waterproof or stain-proof treatment

Patagonia Men's Endless Run Shorts

Patagonia

Men's Endless Run Shorts

Recycled nylon with PFC-free water-repellent coating treatment

D
F
PFASAll
D · Elevated1 flag

Lower concern. Patagonia discloses PFC-free water-repellent coating; recycled nylon itself is not a PFAS vector.

Bluesign approved materials

Waterproof or stain-proof treatment

Patagonia Men's Quandary Shorts

Patagonia

Men's Quandary Shorts

Nylon with PFC-free water-repellent coating treatment

D
F
PFASAll
D · Elevated1 flag

Lower concern; Patagonia uses PFC-free water-repellent coating on Quandary shorts.

bluesign

Waterproof or stain-proof treatment

Patagonia Rain Jacket

Patagonia

Rain Jacket

F
F · High PFAS

Waterproof or stain-proof treatment

Patagonia Men's Houdini Jacket

Patagonia

Men's Houdini Jacket

nylon ripstop with water-repellent coating (water-repellent coating) finish

F
F · High PFAS

Lower PFAS risk; Patagonia's public PFAS-free water-repellent coating commitment reduces concern, but no third-party lab verification or independent certification found.

Waterproof or stain-proof treatment

Patagonia Women's Torrentshell 3L Pants

Patagonia

Women's Torrentshell 3L Pants

Nylon with water-repellent coating water-repellent coating finish

F
F · High PFAS

Lower-concern choice within waterproof apparel, backed by brand commitment, but verify specific batch before purchase.

Waterproof or stain-proof treatment

Yulex Wading Socks with Gravel Guard

Patagonia

Yulex Wading Socks with Gravel Guard

Yulex (natural rubber alternative) with synthetic water-repellent coating treatment

F
F · High PFAS

Lower-concern wading sock; Patagonia claims non-fluorinated water-repellent coating, but no independent verification of absence.

Waterproof or stain-proof treatment

Patagonia Refugio Day Pack 26L

Patagonia

Refugio Day Pack 26L

recycled nylon with non-fluorinated water-repellent coating treatment

F
F · High PFAS

Lower PFAS concern. Patagonia claims non-fluorinated water-repellent coating on this pack.

Waterproof or stain-proof treatment

Patagonia Guidewater Sling

Patagonia

Guidewater Sling

recycled polyester with water-repellent coating finish

F
F
PFASAll
F · High PFAS3 flags

Lower concern; brand committed to PFAS-free water-repellent coating, but verify current batch

Waterproof or stain-proof treatment

Patagonia Men's Outdoor Everyday Shorts

Patagonia

Men's Outdoor Everyday Shorts

nylon/polyester blend with water-repellent coating treatment

F
F
PFASAll
F · High PFAS2 flags

Lower concern. Patagonia uses PFC-free water-repellent coating; verify current batch details.

Waterproof or stain-proof treatment

Patagonia Men's Trailfarer Shorts

Patagonia

Men's Trailfarer Shorts

nylon and polyester blend with water-repellent coating treatment

F
F
PFASAll
F · High PFAS2 flags

Lower PFAS concern; Patagonia uses safer water-repellent coating alternatives.

Waterproof or stain-proof treatment

Patagonia Men's Strider Pro Shorts

Patagonia

Men's Strider Pro Shorts

nylon/polyester blend with PFAS-free water-repellent coating treatment

F
F
PFASAll
F · High PFAS2 flags

Lower concern. Patagonia claims PFAS-free water-repellent coating; no independent lab confirmation available.

Waterproof or stain-proof treatment

Black Hole Cube 6L Patagonia

Patagonia

Black Hole Cube 6L Patagonia

Ripstop nylon with water-repellent coating

F
F
PFASAll
F · High PFAS4 flags

Patagonia silent on PFAS; water-repellent coating likely contains fluorochemicals.

Waterproof or stain-proof treatment

Patagonia Black Hole Cube 3L

Patagonia

Black Hole Cube 3L

Nylon fabric with water-repellent coating

F
F
PFASAll
F · High PFAS2 flags

Waterproof pack likely treated with PFAS.

Waterproof or stain-proof treatment

Black Hole Cube 14L Patagonia

Patagonia

Black Hole Cube 14L Patagonia

Nylon fabric with water-repellent coating water-repellent coating treatment

F
F
PFASAll
F · High PFAS4 flags

Likely water-repellent coating-treated; Patagonia silent on PFAS composition specifics.

Waterproof or stain-proof treatment

Patagonia Black Hole MLC Cube

Patagonia

Black Hole MLC Cube

Nylon fabric with water-repellent coating (water-repellent coating) treatment

F
F
PFASAll
F · High PFAS3 flags

water-repellent coating-treated pack; Patagonia avoids PFAS but not explicitly verified here.

Waterproof or stain-proof treatment

Patagonia Black Hole Cube 6L - Aqua Stone

Patagonia

Black Hole Cube 6L - Aqua Stone

Nylon-faced ripstop with water-repellent coating treatment

F
F · High PFAS

Durable packing cube, water-repellent coating raises questions.

Waterproof or stain-proof treatment

Patagonia Black Hole 25L Tote

Patagonia

Black Hole 25L Tote

Recycled nylon with water-repellent coating

F
F
PFASAll
F · High PFAS2 flags

Popular durable tote, but water-repellent coating origin unclear; lower concern than hardgoods.

Waterproof or stain-proof treatment

Patagonia Stealth Switch Fishing Pack

Patagonia

Stealth Switch Fishing Pack

Nylon and polyester with water-repellent coating water-resistant finish

F
F
PFASAll
F · High PFAS3 flags

Fishing pack likely has water-repellent coating; Patagonia does not disclose PFAS status.

Waterproof or stain-proof treatment

Patagonia Guidewater Hip Pack

Patagonia

Guidewater Hip Pack

Nylon with water-repellent coating treatment

F
F
PFASAll
F · High PFAS2 flags

water-repellent coating-treated gear, PFAS status unclear; Patagonia silent on PFAS.

Waterproof or stain-proof treatment

Patagonia Women's Torrentshell 3L Rain Jacket

Patagonia

Women's Torrentshell 3L Rain Jacket

nylon ripstop shell with water-repellent coating (water-repellent coating) treatment

F
F · High PFAS

Popular jacket with unknown water-repellent coating chemistry, Patagonia's PFAS stance unclear; higher-risk product category.

Waterproof or stain-proof treatment

Patagonia Men's Outdoor Everyday Rain Jacket

Patagonia

Men's Outdoor Everyday Rain Jacket

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

F
F · High PFAS

Waterproof rain jackets typically use water-repellent coating coatings; Patagonia has not publicly disclosed PFAS status, risk cannot be ruled out.

Waterproof or stain-proof treatment

Patagonia Men's Granite Crest Rain Jacket

Patagonia

Men's Granite Crest Rain Jacket

Nylon shell with water-repellent coating (water-repellent coating) treatment

F
F · High PFAS

Lower-concern than legacy brands, but Patagonia's water-repellent coating chemistry remains undisclosed, verify current jacket batch if PFAS avoidance is critical.

Waterproof or stain-proof treatment

Patagonia Women's Outdoor Everyday Rain Jacket

Patagonia

Women's Outdoor Everyday Rain Jacket

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

F
F · High PFAS

Proceed with caution; Patagonia uses water-repellent coating but does not publicly disclose its chemistry.

Waterproof or stain-proof treatment

Patagonia Men's Torrentshell Parka

Patagonia

Men's Torrentshell Parka

nylon shell with water-repellent coating (water-repellent coating) treatment

F
F · High PFAS

Known PFAS-using water-repellent coating heritage; Patagonia claims to phase out but no independent verification on this model.

Waterproof or stain-proof treatment

Patagonia Women's Maipo 7/8 Stash Tights

Patagonia

Women's Maipo 7/8 Stash Tights

Nylon blend with water-repellent coating treatment

F
F · High PFAS

Skip until Patagonia discloses water-repellent coating chemistry or switches to PFAS-free treatment.

Waterproof or stain-proof treatment

Patagonia Women's Mas Maipo Tights

Patagonia

Women's Mas Maipo Tights

Nylon blend with water-repellent coating finish (likely Teflon-type coating or PFAS-based)

F
F · High PFAS

Skip or request Patagonia's water-repellent coating treatment details before buying.

Waterproof or stain-proof treatment

Patagonia Women's Pack Out Tights

Patagonia

Women's Pack Out Tights

Nylon blend with water-repellent coating finish

F
F · High PFAS

Patagonia's water-repellent coating treatment likely contains PFAS; brand remains silent on composition, skip unless they disclose or certify.

Waterproof or stain-proof treatment

Patagonia Women's Tropic Comfort Sun Tights

Patagonia

Women's Tropic Comfort Sun Tights

Nylon/spandex blend with water-repellent coating finish

F
F · High PFAS

water-repellent coating-treated sun tights carry moderate PFAS risk; Patagonia's silence on chemistry is concerning despite brand reputation.

Waterproof or stain-proof treatment

Patagonia Women's Maipo 7/8 Tights

Patagonia

Women's Maipo 7/8 Tights

Nylon/spandex blend with water-repellent coating treatment

F
F · High PFAS

Medium risk: performance tights likely use water-repellent coating; Patagonia silent on PFAS and treatment chemistry.

Waterproof or stain-proof treatment

Patagonia Women's Endless Run 7/8 Tights

Patagonia

Women's Endless Run 7/8 Tights

Recycled nylon blend with water-repellent coating finish

F
F · High PFAS

Lower-risk profile, but water-repellent coating treatment unknown, contact Patagonia for ingredient transparency.

Waterproof or stain-proof treatment

Patagonia Men's Wild Idea Work Boots

Patagonia

Men's Wild Idea Work Boots

leather upper with likely water-repellent coating-treated textile/synthetic components

F
F · High PFAS

Patagonia's sustainability reputation suggests care, but lack of PFAS transparency on work boots leaves moderate uncertainty.

Waterproof or stain-proof treatment

Patagonia Women's Wild Idea Work Boots

Patagonia

Women's Wild Idea Work Boots

Leather/suede upper with water-repellent coating-treated finish

F
F · High PFAS

Patagonia's environmental values suggest lower concern, but lack of PFAS transparency on work boots leaves uncertainty.

Waterproof or stain-proof treatment

Patagonia Men's River Salt II Wading Boots

Patagonia

Men's River Salt II Wading Boots

Neoprene/rubber with water-repellent coating waterproof treatment (type unspecified)

F
F · High PFAS

Wading boots with unspecified waterproofing, typical PFAS concern area; Patagonia's silence on treatment chemistry is the risk.

Waterproof or stain-proof treatment

Patagonia Foot Tractor Wading Boots

Patagonia

Foot Tractor Wading Boots

Neoprene/rubber with water-repellent coating finish

F
F · High PFAS

Skip until Patagonia confirms PFAS-free water-repellent coating treatment, wading boots need waterproofing, which often uses PFAS.

Waterproof or stain-proof treatment

Women Patagonia Activist Waterproof Rusted Iron Leather Hiking Boots

Patagonia

Women Patagonia Activist Waterproof Rusted Iron Leather Hiking Boots

Leather upper with waterproof treatment

F
F · High PFAS

Moderate PFAS risk due to leather waterproofing; Patagonia's silence on water-repellent coating chemistry is a red flag despite brand reputation.

Waterproof or stain-proof treatment

ISO Patagonia Activist Boot size 9-10 !

Patagonia

ISO Patagonia Activist Boot size 9-10 !

leather or synthetic with water-repellent coating water treatment

F
F · High PFAS

Skip unless you confirm Patagonia's water-repellent coating formulation, silent on PFAS risks typical of outdoor boots.

Waterproof or stain-proof treatment

Patagonia Forra Wading Boots

Patagonia

Forra Wading Boots

Neoprene/rubber wading boot with waterproof water-repellent coating treatment

F
F · High PFAS

Wading boots' waterproof treatment likely contains PFAS; Patagonia hasn't disclosed alternatives or phaseout plans.

Waterproof or stain-proof treatment

Patagonia Drifter A/C Mid Waterproof Trail Shoes Women's

Patagonia

Drifter A/C Mid Waterproof Trail Shoes Women's

Synthetic textile upper with waterproof/breathable membrane and water-repellent coating

F
F · High PFAS

Waterproof trail shoe with unspecified water-repellent coating, typical PFAS risk profile; Patagonia's lack of transparency is a yellow flag.

Waterproof or stain-proof treatment

Patagonia Kids' Nomader Regular Fit Pants

Patagonia

Kids' Nomader Regular Fit Pants

Nylon shell with water-repellent coating finish

F
F · High PFAS

Patagonia's silence on water-repellent coating chemistry leaves PFAS risk unresolved; known for sustainability but no PFAS commitment here.

Waterproof or stain-proof treatment

Patagonia Boys' Terravia Pants

Patagonia

Boys' Terravia Pants

Nylon with water-repellent coating water-repellent finish

F
F · High PFAS

Lower concern but lacks transparency; Patagonia has not publicly disclosed PFAS status for this product line.

Waterproof or stain-proof treatment

Patagonia Homepool Mitt Fishing Gloves

Patagonia

Homepool Mitt Fishing Gloves

Neoprene with water-repellent coating (water-repellent coating) coating

F
F · High PFAS

Skip or request material specs, Patagonia's water-repellent coating finish likely contains PFAS, but brand provides no disclosure.

Waterproof or stain-proof treatment

Patagonia Women's Cross Shore One-Piece Swimsuit

Patagonia

Women's Cross Shore One-Piece Swimsuit

Nylon/polyamide blend with water-repellent coating treatment

F
F · High PFAS

Skip until Patagonia discloses or certifies water-repellent coating chemistry, legacy swimsuit lines often contain fluorinated water repellents.

Waterproof or stain-proof treatment

Patagonia Women's Long Sleeved Swell Seeker One Piece Swimsuit

Patagonia

Women's Long Sleeved Swell Seeker One Piece Swimsuit

Nylon/polyamide with water-repellent coating (water-repellent coating) finish

F
F · High PFAS

Swimsuit likely treated with PFAS-based water-repellent coating; Patagonia silent on PFAS specifics, moderate concern.

Waterproof or stain-proof treatment

Patagonia Women's Sunny Tide One-Piece Swimsuit

Patagonia

Women's Sunny Tide One-Piece Swimsuit

Nylon/polyester blend with water-repellent coating treatment

F
F · High PFAS

Swimsuit likely treated with water-repellent coating, material unknown; Patagonia silent on PFAS; moderate concern warranted.

Waterproof or stain-proof treatment

Patagonia Men's Torrentshell 3L Rain Pants

Patagonia

Men's Torrentshell 3L Rain Pants

Nylon with water-repellent coating (water-repellent coating) treatment

F
F · High PFAS

High-performance rain gear likely contains legacy or replacement PFAS in water-repellent coating; Patagonia's silence on this product is a red flag.

Waterproof or stain-proof treatment

Patagonia Men's Granite Crest Rain Pants

Patagonia

Men's Granite Crest Rain Pants

Nylon with water-repellent coating (water-repellent coating) treatment

F
F · High PFAS

Moderate PFAS concern due to water-repellent coating; Patagonia transparency on chemistry is limited.

Waterproof or stain-proof treatment

Black Hole Pack 25L Patagonia

Patagonia

Black Hole Pack 25L Patagonia

nylon/polyester pack with water-repellent coating

F
F · High PFAS

Patagonia's PFAS transparency is insufficient; typical durable packs use water-repellent coating treatments of unknown chemistry.

Waterproof or stain-proof treatment

Patagonia Refugio Day Pack 30L

Patagonia

Refugio Day Pack 30L

Nylon/polyester blend with water-repellent coating (water-repellent coating) treatment

F
F · High PFAS

Lower concern, but Patagonia's PFAS treatment details remain undisclosed, ask them directly.

Waterproof or stain-proof treatment

Patagonia Fitz Roy Down Sleeping Bag

Patagonia

Fitz Roy Down Sleeping Bag

Down fill + nylon or polyester shell with water-repellent coating treatment

F
F · High PFAS

Lower concern but unverified: Patagonia uses down and synthetic shells, but water-repellent coating treatment chemistry remains undisclosed.

Waterproof or stain-proof treatment

Mountain Hardwear Phantom 30F/-1C Sleeping Bag

Patagonia

Mountain Hardwear Phantom 30F/-1C Sleeping Bag

Nylon ripstop shell, synthetic insulation (likely polyester or down blend), water-repellent coating-treated fabric

F
F · High PFAS

Sleeping bag with waterproof treatment of uncertain PFAS status; Patagonia has not disclosed water-repellent coating chemistry for this model.

Waterproof or stain-proof treatment

Therm-a-Rest Polar Ranger Sleeping Bag

Patagonia

Therm-a-Rest Polar Ranger Sleeping Bag

Synthetic insulation + nylon shell with water-repellent coating treatment

F
F · High PFAS

Higher uncertainty, Patagonia has made PFAS commitments, but sleeping bag waterproofing details are undisclosed.

Waterproof or stain-proof treatment

Patagonia Men's Powder Town Pants

Patagonia

Men's Powder Town Pants

nylon blend with water-repellent coating water-repellent treatment

F
F · High PFAS

Moderate concern due to water-repellent coating; Patagonia does not disclose PFAS status for this product.

Waterproof or stain-proof treatment

Patagonia Men's Storm Shift Pants

Patagonia

Men's Storm Shift Pants

Nylon blend with water-repellent coating treatment (likely fluorocarbon-based)

F
F · High PFAS

Skip or contact Patagonia directly, water-repellent coating treatment likely contains PFAS, no transparency offered.

Waterproof or stain-proof treatment

Patagonia Men's Insulated Storm Shift Ski/Snowboard Pants

Patagonia

Men's Insulated Storm Shift Ski/Snowboard Pants

Polyester shell with water-repellent coating (water-repellent coating) finish; insulated lining

F
F · High PFAS

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

Waterproof or stain-proof treatment

Patagonia Men's Sunrise Stream Shirt

Patagonia

Men's Sunrise Stream Shirt

Nylon ripstop with water-repellent coating finish

F
F · High PFAS

Moderate concern: typical water-repellent coating treatment likely contains PFAS; Patagonia offers no transparency or PFAS-free alternative line.

Waterproof or stain-proof treatment

Patagonia Men's Back Step Shirt

Patagonia

Men's Back Step Shirt

Recycled polyester with water-repellent coating finish

F
F · High PFAS

Likely lower concern, but Patagonia's water-repellent coating treatment chemistry remains undisclosed.

Waterproof or stain-proof treatment

Patagonia Men's Powder Town Jacket

Patagonia

Men's Powder Town Jacket

Recycled polyester shell with water-repellent coating (water-repellent coating) finish

F
F · High PFAS

Lower-risk on material alone, but Patagonia's PFAS transparency on this model is not publicly documented, request specifics before buying.

Waterproof or stain-proof treatment

Patagonia Men's Snowdrifter Jacket

Patagonia

Men's Snowdrifter Jacket

Recycled polyester shell with water-repellent coating treatment

F
F · High PFAS

Patagonia's silence on PFAS in their water-repellent coating finish leaves meaningful uncertainty, skip if PFAS avoidance is a priority.

Waterproof or stain-proof treatment

Patagonia Men's Outdoor Everyday Pants

Patagonia

Men's Outdoor Everyday Pants

Nylon blend with water-repellent coating water-repellent finish

F
F · High PFAS

Lower PFAS concern than legacy outdoor gear, but Patagonia's water-repellent coating treatment specifics remain undisclosed.

Waterproof or stain-proof treatment

Patagonia Men's Terravia Trail Pants

Patagonia

Men's Terravia Trail Pants

nylon/polyester blend with water-repellent coating treatment

F
F · High PFAS

Lower PFAS concern likely, but Patagonia's water-repellent coating process remains undisclosed, ask the brand directly.

Waterproof or stain-proof treatment

Patagonia Men's Houdini Rock Climbing Pants

Patagonia

Men's Houdini Rock Climbing Pants

Nylon with water-repellent coating finish

F
F · High PFAS

Skip until Patagonia confirms PFAS-free water-repellent coating or switches treatment.

Waterproof or stain-proof treatment

Patagonia Men's R2 TechFace Jacket

Patagonia

Men's R2 TechFace Jacket

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

F
F · High PFAS

Moderate PFAS risk due to water-repellent coating; Patagonia has not disclosed composition or PFAS-free status.

Waterproof or stain-proof treatment

Patagonia Men's Nano-Air Light Hybrid Hoody

Patagonia

Men's Nano-Air Light Hybrid Hoody

Polyester ripstop with water-repellent coating finish (nylon stretch side)

F
F · High PFAS

Moderate PFAS risk from likely water-repellent coating; Patagonia silent on chemistry.

Waterproof or stain-proof treatment

Patagonia Women's Peak Mission Tights

Patagonia

Women's Peak Mission Tights

Nylon blend with water-repellent coating finish (likely fluorocarbon-based)

F
F · High PFAS

Typical activewear; water-repellent coating finish likely contains PFAS, Patagonia silent on composition.

Waterproof or stain-proof treatment

Patagonia Maipo 7/8 Stash Tights Luminous Pink / Medium

Patagonia

Maipo 7/8 Stash Tights Luminous Pink / Medium

Nylon/spandex blend with water-repellent coating finish

F
F · High PFAS

Mid-tier risk: Patagonia uses water-repellent coating finishes but doesn't publicly disclose PFAS status on this product.

Waterproof or stain-proof treatment

Patagonia Guidewater Backpack

Patagonia

Guidewater Backpack

recycled polyester, nylon with water-repellent coating (water-repellent coating) treatment

F
F · High PFAS

Patagonia silent on water-repellent coating chemistry.

Waterproof or stain-proof treatment

Black Hole Pack 32L Patagonia

Patagonia

Black Hole Pack 32L Patagonia

nylon ripstop with water-repellent coating (water-repellent coating) coating

F
F · High PFAS

Skip until Patagonia discloses water-repellent coating chemistry.

Waterproof or stain-proof treatment

Patagonia Refugio 30L Pack

Patagonia

Refugio 30L Pack

recycled nylon with water-repellent coating

F
F · High PFAS

water-repellent coating backpack; Patagonia does not disclose PFAS status or alternatives.

Waterproof or stain-proof treatment

Patagonia Stealth 25L Backpack

Patagonia

Stealth 25L Backpack

Nylon with water-repellent coating treatment

F
F · High PFAS

Likely has water-repellent coating; PFAS status unclear from Patagonia.

Waterproof or stain-proof treatment

Patagonia Black Hole Micro MLC

Patagonia

Black Hole Micro MLC

nylon with water-repellent coating finish

F
F · High PFAS

Unknown water-repellent coating treatment; Patagonia has not disclosed PFAS status.

Waterproof or stain-proof treatment

Patagonia Atom Tote Pack 20L

Patagonia

Atom Tote Pack 20L

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

F
F · High PFAS

water-repellent coating likely, but Patagonia does not disclose PFAS status.

Waterproof or stain-proof treatment

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