Is Timberland PFAS-free?
Across 15 graded products, Timberland 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 Mt. Maddsen Mid Waterproof Hiking
Leather/nubuck upper with waterproof membrane/water-repellent coating treatment
Typical waterproof hiking boot with undisclosed water-repellent coating chemistry; moderate PFAS risk, no transparency.
⚠Waterproof or stain-proof treatment
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Men's Mt. Maddsen Mid Lace-Up Hiking Boots
Leather upper, rubber sole; waterproof treatment (likely water-repellent coating)
Typical hiking boot with undisclosed waterproofing; PFAS risk unconfirmed but plausible.
⚠Waterproof or stain-proof treatment
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Men's White Ledge Mid Waterproof
Leather upper with proprietary waterproof treatment
Moderate concern; waterproof footwear commonly uses PFAS-based water-repellent coating, but Timberland's specific chemistry is undisclosed.
⚠Waterproof or stain-proof treatment
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Men's Mt. Maddsen Mid Waterproof Hiking Boot
Leather/synthetic upper, rubber sole, waterproof membrane/treatment
Waterproof hiking boots carry inherent PFAS risk; Timberland discloses nothing, skip unless brand confirms PFAS-free.
⚠Waterproof or stain-proof treatment
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Men's Euro Hiker
Leather upper, rubber sole; likely water-repellent coating-treated
Skip until Timberland discloses water-repellent coating chemistry or commits to PFAS-free standards.
⚠Waterproof or stain-proof treatment
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Women's White Ledge Mid Hiking Boot
Leather/suede upper with water-repellent coating-treated fabric
Skip until Timberland discloses water-repellent coating chemistry; PFAS risk unclear.
⚠Waterproof or stain-proof treatment
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Men's Mt. Maddsen Waterproof Low Hiker Boots
Leather upper, synthetic lining, rubber sole with waterproof treatment
Waterproof hiking boots carry inherent PFAS risk; Timberland discloses nothing, moderate concern.
⚠Waterproof or stain-proof treatment
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Men's Mt. Maddsen Mid Hiking Boot
Leather/synthetic upper with water-repellent coating-treated fabric
Hiking boots carry moderate PFAS risk via waterproofing; Timberland does not disclose treatment chemistry.
⚠Waterproof or stain-proof treatment
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Men's Winnick Waterproof Shell Jacket
Nylon shell with water-repellent coating (water-repellent coating) coating
Waterproof shell jacket; water-repellent coating type undisclosed.
⚠Waterproof or stain-proof treatment
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Men's Waterproof Shell Jacket
Synthetic shell with water-repellent coating water-repellent coating (unspecified)
Unknown water-repellent coating; Timberland silent on PFAS ingredient sourcing.
⚠Waterproof or stain-proof treatment
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Men's Dryshift Waterproof Lightweight Jacket 2.0
Synthetic shell with water-repellent coating finish (type unspecified)
Waterproof jacket with undisclosed water-repellent coating, PFAS risk unclear.
⚠Waterproof or stain-proof treatment
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Women's Wenham Waterproof Barn Coat
Cotton/nylon blend with water-repellent coating (water-repellent coating) coating
Waterproof coat with undisclosed water-repellent coating treatment, PFAS risk unclear.
⚠Waterproof or stain-proof treatment
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Men's Killington Trekker Sneaker Boots
Leather, nubuck, rubber sole with waterproof treatment
Waterproofed leather boot; PFAS risk unclear without brand disclosure.
⚠Waterproof or stain-proof treatment
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Women's White Ledge Mid Waterproof Hiking Boot
leather upper with waterproof treatment, rubber sole
Waterproof hiking boot; PFAS use in treatment unconfirmed by brand.
⚠Waterproof or stain-proof treatment
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Men's Killington Trekker Mid Sneaker
Leather/textile upper with water-repellent coating-treated finish
Unknown waterproofing chemistry.
⚠Waterproof or stain-proof treatment
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