F

Is Salomon PFAS-free?

Across 67 graded products, Salomon averages F (23/100). 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

Salomon X Ultra Access Crew Socks 2 Pairs

Salomon

X Ultra Access Crew Socks 2 Pairs

Merino wool blend with synthetic fibers (polyamide/nylon, polyester)

D
D · Elevated

Lower concern; typical crew socks with no known PFAS-treatment triggers, but check care label for undisclosed finishes.

Risky category by default

Sports Socks Salomon X Ultra Quarter Foot Size

Salomon

Sports Socks Salomon X Ultra Quarter Foot Size

Polyester/nylon blend with elastane

D
D · Elevated

Lower concern; standard sports sock with no known PFAS triggers, but no brand transparency on treatments.

Risky category by default

Salomon Socks X Pro

Salomon

Socks X Pro

Merino wool blend, synthetic fibers (likely polyester/nylon)

D
D · Elevated

Lower PFAS concern; athletic socks without water-resistant treatment typically avoid PFAS, but Salomon remains silent on specifics.

Risky category by default

Salomon Everyday Crew 3-Pack Socks

Salomon

Everyday Crew 3-Pack Socks

cotton blend (primary), elastane

D
F
PFASAll
D · Elevated2 flags

Lower concern. Basic socks without water-resistant finish.

Risky category by default

Salomon Pulse Race Flag Crew Socks

Salomon

Pulse Race Flag Crew Socks

Polyester, nylon, elastane blend

D
F
PFASAll
D · Elevated3 flags

Lower concern. Standard athletic socks lack typical PFAS-trigger features.

Risky category by default

Salomon Men's X Ultra 5 Mid GTX

Salomon

Men's X Ultra 5 Mid GTX

Gore-Tex membrane (polyurethane laminate with Teflon-type coating)

F
F · High PFAS

High PFAS risk due to Gore-Tex; Salomon makes no disclosure.

Waterproof or stain-proof treatment

Salomon Men's X Ultra Forces Mid GTX Boots

Salomon

Men's X Ultra Forces Mid GTX Boots

Synthetic textile upper with GTX (Gore-Tex) membrane waterproofing

F
F · High PFAS

GTX waterproofing likely contains legacy PFAS; Salomon has not publicly committed to phasing them out.

Waterproof or stain-proof treatment

Salomon Men's Crosstrak Powder Waterproof

Salomon

Men's Crosstrak Powder Waterproof

Polyester with waterproof water-repellent coating (unspecified chemistry)

F
F · High PFAS

Skip until Salomon discloses water-repellent coating chemistry or commits to PFAS-free alternatives.

Waterproof or stain-proof treatment

Salomon Men's X Ultra 360 Mid Gore-Tex

Salomon

Men's X Ultra 360 Mid Gore-Tex

Gore-Tex membrane (Teflon-family coating-based waterproof laminate)

F
F · High PFAS

Gore-Tex carries inherent PFAS risk; Salomon silent on composition, lower confidence purchase.

Waterproof or stain-proof treatment

Salomon Women's X Ultra 5 Mid Gore-Tex

Salomon

Women's X Ultra 5 Mid Gore-Tex

Gore-Tex membrane with textile upper

F
F · High PFAS

Gore-Tex waterproofing historically reliant on PFOA/Teflon-type coating; Salomon has not publicly disclosed PFAS composition or phase-out plans.

Waterproof or stain-proof treatment

Salomon Men's X Ultra Snowpilot Waterproof Hiking Boots

Salomon

Men's X Ultra Snowpilot Waterproof Hiking Boots

Synthetic upper with water-repellent coating-treated waterproof membrane/lining

F
F · High PFAS

Waterproof hiking boots likely treated with legacy PFAS-based water-repellent coating; Salomon discloses nothing about PFAS or alternatives.

Waterproof or stain-proof treatment

Salomon Women's Crosstrak Powder Waterproof

Salomon

Women's Crosstrak Powder Waterproof

Textile with water-repellent coating (water-repellent coating) coating, likely fluorocarbon-based

F
F · High PFAS

Waterproof outdoor boots likely treated with PFAS-based water-repellent coating; Salomon does not disclose treatment chemistry.

Waterproof or stain-proof treatment

Salomon Men's Elixir Activ Mid Shoes

Salomon

Men's Elixir Activ Mid Shoes

Textile upper with water-repellent coating waterproof treatment

F
F · High PFAS

Waterproof hiking shoes likely treated with water-repellent coating; PFAS risk present but unconfirmed, ask Salomon for composition.

Waterproof or stain-proof treatment

Salomon X Ultra Socks

Salomon

X Ultra Socks

Merino wool blend with water-repellent coating treatment

F
F · High PFAS

Lower-concern baseline, but Salomon does not disclose water-repellent coating chemistry, skip if PFAS avoidance is a priority.

Waterproof or stain-proof treatment

Salomon QST Socks Deep Lagoon/Shocking Orange

Salomon

QST Socks Deep Lagoon/Shocking Orange

Merino wool blend with water-repellent coating finish

F
F · High PFAS

Skip until Salomon discloses water-repellent coating chemistry or verify direct with brand.

Waterproof or stain-proof treatment

Salomon XA Forces Crew Socks | Coyote Brown / XL

Salomon

XA Forces Crew Socks | Coyote Brown / XL

Merino wool blend with water-repellent coating treatment

F
F · High PFAS

Skip until Salomon discloses water-repellent coating chemistry or switches to PFAS-free alternatives.

Waterproof or stain-proof treatment

Salomon XA Forces Crew Socks

Salomon

XA Forces Crew Socks

Synthetic blend with moisture-wicking treatment (likely water-repellent coating finish)

F
F · High PFAS

Skip until Salomon discloses water-repellent coating chemistry or provides third-party verification.

Waterproof or stain-proof treatment

Salomon S/Race Knee High Elastic Ski Socks

Salomon

S/Race Knee High Elastic Ski Socks

Merino wool blend with elastane; water-repellent coating-treated synthetic

F
F · High PFAS

Moderate PFAS risk due to likely water-repellent coating treatment; Salomon has not disclosed or committed to PFAS-free standards.

Waterproof or stain-proof treatment

Salomon Cross Warm Gloves

Salomon

Cross Warm Gloves

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

F
F · High PFAS

Typical winter glove with likely water-repellent coating, standard PFAS risk; limited public disclosure.

Waterproof or stain-proof treatment

Salomon Bonatti Pro WP Mittens

Salomon

Bonatti Pro WP Mittens

Synthetic fabric with water-repellent coating (water-repellent coating) finish

F
F · High PFAS

Skip unless you contact Salomon directly about their water-repellent coating chemistry.

Waterproof or stain-proof treatment

Salomon Bonatti Mitten

Salomon

Bonatti Mitten

Nylon/polyamide shell with water-repellent coating finish

F
F · High PFAS

Skip or contact Salomon directly, waterproof mittens commonly use PFAS water-repellent coating, and the brand offers no disclosure.

Waterproof or stain-proof treatment

Salomon Cross Warm Mittens

Salomon

Cross Warm Mittens

insulated textile with waterproof water-repellent coating treatment

F
F · High PFAS

Likely uses PFAS-based water-repellent coating; Salomon offers no transparency, skip unless brand discloses.

Waterproof or stain-proof treatment

Salomon Propeller Gore-Tex gloves

Salomon

Propeller Gore-Tex gloves

Gore-Tex membrane with fabric shell

F
F · High PFAS

Skip until Salomon discloses water-repellent coating chemistry or verifies PFAS-free status.

Waterproof or stain-proof treatment

Salomon Fast Wing Winter Gloves

Salomon

Fast Wing Winter Gloves

synthetic textile with water-repellent coating water-repellent coating

F
F · High PFAS

Winter glove water-repellent coating likely contains fluorochemicals; Salomon makes no PFAS disclosure, proceed with caution.

Waterproof or stain-proof treatment

Salomon Men's Force Goretex Gloves

Salomon

Men's Force Goretex Gloves

Gore-Tex membrane (polytetrafluoroethylene-based) with nylon/polyester shell

F
F · High PFAS

Gore-Tex is Teflon-type coating-based; Salomon has not publicly disclosed PFAS practices.

Waterproof or stain-proof treatment

Salomon Women's Force GTX Gloves

Salomon

Women's Force GTX Gloves

Gore-Tex membrane (Teflon-family coating-based waterproof/breathable lining)

F
F · High PFAS

Skip or research further, GTX uses Teflon-type coating chemistry; Salomon has not publicly disclosed PFAS content or alternatives.

Waterproof or stain-proof treatment

Salomon Wayfarer Pants 2.0

Salomon

Wayfarer Pants 2.0

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

F
F · High PFAS

Skip or contact Salomon directly, silent on PFAS despite water-repellent finish.

Waterproof or stain-proof treatment

Salomon Women's SHKout Hexaflow Pants

Salomon

Women's SHKout Hexaflow Pants

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

F
F · High PFAS

Waterproof outdoor pants carry water-repellent coating risk; Salomon discloses nothing about PFAS avoidance, skip unless brand confirms PFAS-free.

Waterproof or stain-proof treatment

Salomon Men's Edge Pants

Salomon

Men's Edge Pants

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

F
F · High PFAS

Typical outdoor pants with likely PFAS-based water-repellent coating; Salomon has not publicly disclosed chemistry or PFAS-free status.

Waterproof or stain-proof treatment

Salomon Men's SHKout Hexaflow Pants

Salomon

Men's SHKout Hexaflow Pants

Nylon/polyester blend with water-repellent coating treatment

F
F · High PFAS

Skip until Salomon discloses water-repellent coating chemistry or commits to PFAS-free alternatives.

Waterproof or stain-proof treatment

Salomon Men's Venom Insulated Snow Pants

Salomon

Men's Venom Insulated Snow Pants

Polyester with water-repellent coating waterproof treatment

F
F · High PFAS

Moderate concern; typical ski apparel uses fluorinated water-repellent coating finishes, but Salomon doesn't disclose chemistry.

Waterproof or stain-proof treatment

Salomon Women's Lightning Race Waterproof Pants, Size Large, 31-35"

Salomon

Women's Lightning Race Waterproof Pants, Size Large, 31-35"

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

F
F · High PFAS

Higher PFAS risk due to waterproof coating with no public disclosure of treatment chemistry.

Waterproof or stain-proof treatment

Salomon Women's Brilliant Pant

Salomon

Women's Brilliant Pant

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

F
F · High PFAS

Outdoor apparel with water-repellent coating carries typical PFAS risk; Salomon has not disclosed chemistry or PFAS-free status.

Waterproof or stain-proof treatment

Salomon Stormseason Pant Men's

Salomon

Stormseason Pant Men's

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

F
F · High PFAS

Skip until Salomon clarifies water-repellent coating chemistry, typical outdoor pants use legacy PFAS.

Waterproof or stain-proof treatment

Salomon Men's Absolute 3L Jacket

Salomon

Men's Absolute 3L Jacket

3L fabric with water-repellent coating

F
F · High PFAS

High uncertainty; water-repellent coating treatment typical in this category likely contains PFAS, skip unless Salomon discloses chemistry or achieves independent verification.

Waterproof or stain-proof treatment

Salomon Men's Bonatti Pro Jacket

Salomon

Men's Bonatti Pro Jacket

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

F
F · High PFAS

Skip until Salomon discloses its water-repellent coating chemistry, waterproof jackets commonly use PFAS.

Waterproof or stain-proof treatment

Salomon Men's Brilliant 2.0 Jacket

Salomon

Men's Brilliant 2.0 Jacket

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

F
F · High PFAS

Skip or verify water-repellent coating chemistry with retailer, Salomon does not disclose PFAS status for this jacket.

Waterproof or stain-proof treatment

Salomon Men's Bonatti Waterproof Jacket

Salomon

Men's Bonatti Waterproof Jacket

Polyester shell with water-repellent coating waterproof treatment (unspecified chemistry)

F
F · High PFAS

Skip until Salomon discloses waterproofing chemistry or pursues third-party verification.

Waterproof or stain-proof treatment

Salomon Men's Outscape 2L Jacket

Salomon

Men's Outscape 2L Jacket

Polyester shell with 2-layer laminated waterproof membrane (water-repellent coating treatment)

F
F · High PFAS

PFAS risk unclear; no public disclosure from Salomon on treatment chemistry.

Waterproof or stain-proof treatment

Salomon Venom Full Zip Jacket Men's

Salomon

Venom Full Zip Jacket Men's

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

F
F · High PFAS

Skip or contact Salomon for water-repellent coating chemistry details, waterproof jackets commonly use PFAS.

Waterproof or stain-proof treatment

Salomon Women's Absolute 3L Jacket

Salomon

Women's Absolute 3L Jacket

Nylon with water-repellent coating water-repellent treatment

F
F · High PFAS

Skip unless Salomon discloses water-repellent coating chemistry; typical outdoor jackets use PFAS-based repellents.

Waterproof or stain-proof treatment

Salomon Men's Spark Insulated Snow Jacket

Salomon

Men's Spark Insulated Snow Jacket

Polyester with water-repellent coating water-repellent finish

F
F · High PFAS

Moderate PFAS risk due to water-repellent coating; Salomon has not disclosed chemistry.

Waterproof or stain-proof treatment

Salomon Men's Moon Patrol GORE-TEX Bib

Salomon

Men's Moon Patrol GORE-TEX Bib

GORE-TEX membrane with nylon shell

F
F · High PFAS

GORE-TEX bibs use water-repellent coating coatings; Salomon has not disclosed PFAS use or elimination, proceed with caution.

Waterproof or stain-proof treatment

Salomon Men's Brilliant Pant

Salomon

Men's Brilliant Pant

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

F
F · High PFAS

Skip until Salomon discloses or certifies PFAS-free status.

Waterproof or stain-proof treatment

Salomon Charger Gore-tex 2L Pants Men's

Salomon

Charger Gore-tex 2L Pants Men's

Gore-Tex 2L membrane (expanded Teflon-type coating-based) + nylon shell

F
F · High PFAS

Skip or verify Gore-Tex's current PFAS practices, brand discloses nothing despite known water-repellent coating/membrane chemistry concerns.

Waterproof or stain-proof treatment

Salomon Women's Edge Pant

Salomon

Women's Edge Pant

Nylon/polyester blend with water-repellent coating treatment

F
F · High PFAS

Typical ski pant with probable PFAS-based water treatment; Salomon does not disclose PFAS status.

Waterproof or stain-proof treatment

Salomon Men's RS Softshell Jacket

Salomon

Men's RS Softshell Jacket

Polyamide softshell with unspecified water-repellent coating

F
F · High PFAS

Moderate PFAS concern due to waterproof treatment with no disclosed chemistry.

Waterproof or stain-proof treatment

Men's Salomon Outpeak Softshell Hooded Jacket

Salomon

Men's Salomon Outpeak Softshell Hooded Jacket

Polyester/nylon blend with water-repellent coating (water-repellent coating) coating

F
F · High PFAS

Skip until Salomon discloses water-repellent coating chemistry or certifies PFAS-free.

Waterproof or stain-proof treatment

Salomon Men's Equipe Softshell Jacket

Salomon

Men's Equipe Softshell Jacket

Polyester softshell with water-repellent coating water-repellent finish

F
F · High PFAS

Skip until Salomon discloses water-repellent coating chemistry, softshell waterproofing commonly uses PFAS.

Waterproof or stain-proof treatment

Men's Salomon Sense Aero Wind Jacket

Salomon

Men's Salomon Sense Aero Wind Jacket

Nylon/polyester shell with water-resistant treatment (water-repellent coating)

F
F · High PFAS

Skip unless Salomon discloses water-repellent coating chemistry, typical wind jackets use legacy PFAS.

Waterproof or stain-proof treatment

Salomon Men's Mountain Flex Hybrid Jacket

Salomon

Men's Mountain Flex Hybrid Jacket

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

F
F · High PFAS

Skip until Salomon discloses or switches to PFAS-free water-repellent coating.

Waterproof or stain-proof treatment

Salomon Men's Shkout Fly Windbreaker

Salomon

Men's Shkout Fly Windbreaker

Polyester shell with water-repellent coating (water-repellent coating) finish, likely fluorocarbon-based

F
F · High PFAS

Skip until Salomon discloses water-repellent coating chemistry, windbreakers typically use PFAS.

Waterproof or stain-proof treatment

Salomon S/Lab BTI Infinit Pants

Salomon

S/Lab BTI Infinit Pants

Nylon/polyamide blend with water-repellent coating treatment

F
F · High PFAS

Skip until Salomon discloses water-repellent coating chemistry or commits to PFAS-free treatments.

Waterproof or stain-proof treatment

Men's Salomon Pants Wayfarer

Salomon

Men's Salomon Pants Wayfarer

Nylon with water-repellent coating water-repellent treatment

F
F · High PFAS

Skip or research Salomon's current water-repellent coating chemistry, brand discloses nothing on PFAS.

Waterproof or stain-proof treatment

Salomon Women's Bonatti Waterproof Jacket

Salomon

Women's Bonatti Waterproof Jacket

Nylon shell with water-repellent coating (water-repellent coating) coating, specifics undisclosed

F
F · High PFAS

Skip unless Salomon discloses coating chemistry; waterproof jackets commonly use PFAS-based water-repellent coating.

Waterproof or stain-proof treatment

Salomon Women's Bonatti Pro Jacket

Salomon

Women's Bonatti Pro Jacket

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

F
F · High PFAS

Skip unless Salomon discloses water-repellent coating chemistry, legacy outdoor gear often uses PFAS-based repellents.

Waterproof or stain-proof treatment

Salomon S/Lab BTI Infinite Jacket

Salomon

S/Lab BTI Infinite Jacket

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

F
F · High PFAS

Skip until Salomon discloses water-repellent coating chemistry or commits to PFAS-free waterproofing.

Waterproof or stain-proof treatment

Salomon Trailblazer 30

Salomon

Trailblazer 30

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

F
F · High PFAS

Skip until Salomon clarifies water-repellent coating chemistry, waterproof backpacks often use PFAS.

Waterproof or stain-proof treatment

Salomon Cross 12 Backpack

Salomon

Cross 12 Backpack

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

F
F · High PFAS

Skip or contact Salomon, no public PFAS commitment on a waterproofed pack.

Waterproof or stain-proof treatment

Salomon XT 10L Backpack

Salomon

XT 10L Backpack

Nylon/polyester with water-repellent coating (type unspecified)

F
F · High PFAS

Skip until Salomon discloses water-repellent coating chemistry or verifies PFAS-free status.

Waterproof or stain-proof treatment

Salomon Cross 8

Salomon

Cross 8

Synthetic upper (likely polyester/nylon blend) with water-repellent coating (water-repellent coating) treatment

F
F · High PFAS

Skip until Salomon discloses water-repellent coating chemistry or certifies PFAS-free.

Waterproof or stain-proof treatment

Backpack,Salomon,Trailblazer 20

Salomon

Backpack,Salomon,Trailblazer 20

Nylon/polyester with water-repellent coating (type unspecified)

F
F · High PFAS

Silent on PFAS; water-repellent coating backpacks often use PFAS, contact Salomon to confirm coating type before buying.

Waterproof or stain-proof treatment

Salomon Aerotrek 30 Hiking Backpack

Salomon

Aerotrek 30 Hiking Backpack

nylon fabric with water-repellent coating water-repellent finish

F
F · High PFAS

Typical outdoor backpack with unspecified water treatment; PFAS risk is plausible but unconfirmed.

Waterproof or stain-proof treatment

Salomon ADV Skin Cross Season 15 Running Hydration Vest

Salomon

ADV Skin Cross Season 15 Running Hydration Vest

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

F
F · High PFAS

Skip until Salomon discloses water-repellent coating chemistry; hydration vests need water resistance but PFAS coating details are absent.

Waterproof or stain-proof treatment

Salomon Quest Forces Knee Socks with Moisture-Wicking Merino

Salomon

Quest Forces Knee Socks with Moisture-Wicking Merino

Merino wool with moisture-wicking treatment

F
F
PFASAll
F · High PFAS1 flag

Merino wool is lower concern; water-repellent coating treatment details unknown.

Waterproof or stain-proof treatment

Salomon Men's Aero Ankle 2-Pack

Salomon

Men's Aero Ankle 2-Pack

Merino wool blend with moisture-wicking treatment

F
F
PFASAll
F · High PFAS2 flags

Merino socks likely treated for moisture management; PFAS status unclear.

Waterproof or stain-proof treatment

Salomon Aero Crew Socks

Salomon

Aero Crew Socks

Merino wool blend with water-repellent coating water-repellent finish

F
F
PFASAll
F · High PFAS2 flags

Base material lower concern, but water-repellent coating finish source unknown.

Waterproof or stain-proof treatment

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