Is Rains PFAS-free?
Across 8 graded products, Rains averages F (20/100). 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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Jacket Rains
PU-coated nylon; water-repellent coating finish (unspecified chemistry)
Higher PFAS concern due to waterproof coating with no public disclosure of water-repellent coating chemistry.
⚠Waterproof or stain-proof treatment
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Longer Jacket
polyurethane-coated recycled polyester
Skip until brand discloses water-repellent coating chemistry, waterproof coatings often contain PFAS.
⚠Waterproof or stain-proof treatment
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Women's A-Line Longer Jacket
Polyester with water-repellent coating (unspecified chemistry)
Skip unless Rains discloses water-repellent coating chemistry, waterproof jackets commonly use PFAS.
⚠Waterproof or stain-proof treatment
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Suva Hardshell Jacket
Polyester with water-repellent coating (water-repellent coating) coating, composition unspecified
Skip unless Rains discloses the water-repellent coating chemistry; silent on PFAS is a red flag for hardshell outerwear.
⚠Waterproof or stain-proof treatment
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Long Storm Breaker Men Rains
Polyurethane-coated nylon/polyester (typical rainwear water-repellent coating finish)
Skip until Rains discloses water-repellent coating chemistry or provides third-party testing.
⚠Waterproof or stain-proof treatment
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Women's String Parka
Recycled polyester with water-repellent coating
Skip until Rains discloses water-repellent coating chemistry or switches to PFAS-free treatment.
⚠Waterproof or stain-proof treatment
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Fishtail Parka
Polyester with water-repellent coating (water-repellent coating) coating, type unspecified
Skip if PFAS-sensitive; Rains does not disclose water-repellent coating chemistry.
⚠Waterproof or stain-proof treatment
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Women's Curve Jacket
polyester/nylon with water-resistant coating (unspecified)
Waterproof jacket with unknown water-repellent coating, PFAS risk unclear; Rains' silence is concerning.
⚠Waterproof or stain-proof treatment
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