Is Sorel PFAS-free?
Across 8 graded products, Sorel 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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Men's 1964 Pac Nylon
Nylon upper with synthetic rubber/foam insulated bootie
Higher PFAS risk likely, classic winter boot with water-repellent coating treatment and no transparency.
⚠Waterproof or stain-proof treatment
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Men's Daystorm Horizon Gtx Boots
leather, mesh, rubber; GTX (Gore-Tex) waterproof membrane
Gore-Tex waterproofing carries PFAS risk; Sorel offers no disclosure or claims.
⚠Waterproof or stain-proof treatment
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Men's Outing Se Mid Waterproof Boot
Leather upper, rubber sole, waterproof membrane (likely polyurethane or TPU)
Waterproof boots carry PFAS risk; Sorel offers no disclosure, contact brand directly before purchase.
⚠Waterproof or stain-proof treatment
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Men's Caribou
Leather upper, rubber sole, thermal lining (likely polyester fleece)
Higher PFAS risk due to waterproof treatment; Sorel does not disclose water-repellent coating chemistry.
⚠Waterproof or stain-proof treatment
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x NEIGHBORHOOD Mens Daystorm Horizon GTX
Waterproof-treated textile/synthetic upper with Gore-Tex™ lining
Skip or research further, Gore-Tex waterproofing typically relies on Teflon-type coating/PFOA, but Sorel provides no transparency.
⚠Waterproof or stain-proof treatment
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Men's Cyprus Waterproof Leather Boots
Leather upper, waterproof treatment (water-repellent coating likely)
Waterproof leather boots carry moderate PFAS risk; Sorel does not disclose treatment chemistry.
⚠Waterproof or stain-proof treatment
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Out N About IV Classic Women's Waterproof Boot
Leather/rubber upper with water-repellent coating waterproof treatment
Skip until Sorel discloses water-repellent coating chemistry; waterproof boots commonly use PFAS, and silence is a red flag.
⚠Waterproof or stain-proof treatment
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Men's Slabtown 62' Explorer Waterproof Hiking Shoes
Leather/suede upper, rubber sole, waterproof coating (type unspecified)
Waterproof hiking shoes carry moderate PFAS risk; Sorel has not disclosed coating chemistry.
⚠Waterproof or stain-proof treatment
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