Is Volcom PFAS-free?
Across 16 graded products, Volcom 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
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Men's NWRK Baggy Pant
Cotton canvas blend (standard apparel textile)
Lower PFAS concern for basic baggy pants; no special finishes flagged, but Volcom has made no public PFAS commitments.
⚠Risky category by default
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Men's L Insulated Gore-Tex Jacket
Gore-Tex membrane (Teflon-family coating-based waterproofing)
Higher PFAS risk due to Gore-Tex; brand provides no transparency on fluorochemistry or alternatives.
⚠Waterproof or stain-proof treatment
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Men's Dua Gore-Tex Insulated Jacket
Gore-Tex membrane (Teflon-family coating film) with polyester outer/lining
Gore-Tex inherently contains Teflon-type coating; Volcom makes no PFAS disclosure, skip if PFAS-concerned.
⚠Waterproof or stain-proof treatment
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Men's Anyox Guide Gore Pro Shell Jacket
Gore-Tex Pro shell with water-repellent coating finish
Gore-Tex Pro shells commonly use Teflon-family coating for durability; Volcom makes no PFAS disclosure, proceed with caution if PFAS sensitivity is a priority.
⚠Waterproof or stain-proof treatment
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Longo Gore-Tex Jacket Men's
Gore-Tex membrane with water-repellent coating-treated outer fabric
Medium PFAS risk: Gore-Tex is Teflon-type coating-based, and water-repellent coating treatment history raises concerns; Volcom makes no public PFAS commitments.
⚠Waterproof or stain-proof treatment
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Men's Arthur 3L Jacket
3L jacket with water-repellent coating-treated shell
Skip until Volcom discloses water-repellent coating chemistry or confirms PFAS-free treatment.
⚠Waterproof or stain-proof treatment
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Tester 3L Gore-Tex Jacket Men's
Gore-Tex membrane with fabric shell (water-repellent coating-treated)
Gore-Tex jackets historically used PFAS in water-repellent coating treatments; Volcom provides no public PFAS disclosure, ask before buying.
⚠Waterproof or stain-proof treatment
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Rnge Stretch 30K Jacket Men's
Polyester with water-repellent coating water-repellent coating (type unspecified)
Skip unless Volcom discloses water-repellent coating chemistry; 30K waterproofing likely involves fluorinated finishes.
⚠Waterproof or stain-proof treatment
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Guch Stretch Gore Jacket Men's
Gore-Tex (Teflon-family coating membrane) + nylon/polyester shell
High PFAS risk due to Gore-Tex waterproofing; Volcom does not disclose PFAS stance.
⚠Waterproof or stain-proof treatment
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Men's Volcom Guch Stretch Gore Pant
Stretch fabric with water-repellent coating (water-repellent coating) finish
Skip unless Volcom discloses water-repellent coating chemistry, stretch pants typically use PFAS-based water treatments.
⚠Waterproof or stain-proof treatment
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Men's L Gore-Tex Pant
Gore-Tex membrane (Teflon-type coating-based) + outer shell
Gore-Tex pants carry inherent PFAS risk; no brand transparency, skip if PFAS-concerned.
⚠Waterproof or stain-proof treatment
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Guide Gore-Tex Pants Men's
Gore-Tex membrane (Teflon-type coating-based) with nylon shell
Skip or verify, Gore-Tex waterproofing historically used PFAS; no public disclosure from Volcom clarifies current chemistry.
⚠Waterproof or stain-proof treatment
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Men's Kleveland Snow Pants
Polyester shell with water-repellent coating (water-repellent coating) coating
Skip, Volcom discloses no PFAS stance; water-repellent coating snow pants typically contain PFAS-based treatments.
⚠Waterproof or stain-proof treatment
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Women's Stonelark GORE-TEX Pants 2026
GORE-TEX membrane laminate with nylon shell
Skip unless Volcom discloses their water-repellent coating chemistry, GORE-TEX itself is Teflon-type coating-free, but shell treatment remains opaque.
⚠Waterproof or stain-proof treatment
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Men's Arthur 20K Pant
Nylon/polyester blend with water-repellent coating
Higher PFAS risk due to waterproof treatment and brand silence; consider alternatives with PFAS-free water-repellent coating.
⚠Waterproof or stain-proof treatment
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Men's Dua Gore-Tex Pant
Gore-Tex membrane with nylon shell
Gore-Tex waterproofing historically relied on Teflon-type coating; Volcom provides no disclosure.
⚠Waterproof or stain-proof treatment
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