Armor Nautical XL Duffel Bag vs Expedition DriDuffel Dry Bag: which is safer?
Armor Nautical XL Duffel Bag is our pick: better on PFAS and on the overall hazard picture.
Our pick
Nautical
Armor Nautical XL Duffel Bag
PFAS grade
F 20/100
Overall grade
F 12/100
Verdict
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Hazard flags
⚑ 2
Material
Synthetic fabric with unspecified water-resistant coating
Confidence
35%
PossibleAntimony in polyester fiber
PossibleLeachables from water-resistant coating (non-PFAS)
NRS
Expedition DriDuffel Dry Bag
PFAS grade
F 20/100
Overall grade
F 8/100
Verdict
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Hazard flags
⚑ 3
Material
PVC or TPU coated nylon fabric with water-repellent coating finish
Confidence
42%
Possiblewater-repellent coating degradation and exposure
PossiblePVC/TPU leaching under heat or moisture stress
PossibleVOC off-gassing from coating
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