Base Camp Gear Bin vs Base Camp Waterproof Duffel: which is safer?
These two grade almost identically. Pick on price and preference; neither has a PFAS edge.
The North Face
Base Camp Gear Bin
PFAS grade
F 40/100
Overall grade
F 32/100
Verdict
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Hazard flags
⚑ 2
Material
Polyester fabric with water-repellent coating
Confidence
45%
Possiblewater-repellent coating degradation and leaching
PossiblePolyester fiber shedding (microfiber release)
The North Face
Base Camp Waterproof Duffel
PFAS grade
F 40/100
Overall grade
F 32/100
Verdict
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Hazard flags
⚑ 2
Material
Nylon with water-repellent coating waterproof coating (type unspecified)
Confidence
35%
Possiblewater-repellent coating composition (PFAS risk)
PossibleCoating off-gassing during manufacturing or initial use
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