Men's Renegade Evo GTX Lo Hiking Shoes vs Men's Killington Trekker Sneaker Boots: which is safer?
These two grade almost identically. Pick on price and preference; neither has a PFAS edge.
Lowa
Men's Renegade Evo GTX Lo Hiking Shoes
PFAS grade
F 20/100
Overall grade
F 12/100
Verdict
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Hazard flags
⚑ 2
Material
Nubuck leather upper, Gore-Tex membrane lining
Confidence
45%
Possiblewater-repellent coating composition (PFAS concern, graded separately)
PossibleMicroplastic shedding from synthetic components
Timberland
Men's Killington Trekker Sneaker Boots
PFAS grade
F 20/100
Overall grade
analysis pending
Verdict
pending
Hazard flags
none flagged
Material
Leather, nubuck, rubber sole with waterproof treatment
Confidence
45%
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