Adventure Duffle vs Dri-Sak - Black Size XL: which is safer?

These two grade almost identically. Pick on price and preference; neither has a PFAS edge.

L.L.Bean Adventure Duffle

L.L.Bean

Adventure Duffle

PFAS grade

F 40/100

Overall grade

F 28/100

Verdict

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Hazard flags

⚑ 3

Material

Ballistic nylon with water-repellent coating

Confidence

45%

Possiblewater-repellent coating degradation and dermal contact

PossibleOff-gassing or odor from synthetic materials

PossibleMicroplastic shedding during use

Snugpak Dri-Sak - Black Size XL

Snugpak

Dri-Sak - Black Size XL

PFAS grade

F 40/100

Overall grade

F 28/100

Verdict

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Hazard flags

⚑ 3

Material

Nylon ripstop fabric, waterproof treatment

Confidence

45%

PossibleWaterproof treatment composition (PFAS status unconfirmed)

PossibleOff-gassing or odor from coatings

PossibleDurability and coating failure over time

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