Rain Pants, ranked by PFAS safety
186 products graded A to F, safest first. None have earned a C or better yet, so we show the full ranking and the least-concerning options first.
Buyer’s guide
What to look for in rain pants, and which brands grade best and worst
Graded and flagged D and F, we’d swap these
Cotopaxi
Men's Salto Ripstop Pants
nylon ripstop fabric, no water-resistant coating mentioned
Lower-concern choice; ripstop nylon without explicit water-repellent coating treatment minimizes PFAS risk, but Cotopaxi's silence on materials leaves room for doubt.
⚠Risky category by default
Cotopaxi
Women's Subo Pants
Nylon ripstop (water-repellent coating-treated)
Lower-concern baseline; no waterproofing language confirms likely no intentional PFAS water-repellent coating, but brand is silent on chemicals.
⚠Risky category by default
Cotopaxi
Ambato Wide Leg Pant Women's
Nylon blend (primary), standard weave construction
Lower concern; standard apparel with no documented PFAS-prone features, but brand offers no transparency.
⚠Risky category by default
prAna
Women's Stretch Zion Cinch Pants
nylon/spandex blend; no water-repellent coating treatment disclosed
Lower concern, synthetic blend with no disclosed water-resistant treatment, but no public PFAS data to confirm.
⚠Risky category by default
prAna
Women's Halle Pant
Nylon blend fabric (likely nylon/spandex stretch blend)
Lower PFAS concern as a basic stretch pant, but no water-repellent coating claim eliminates the primary risk vector.
⚠Risky category by default
prAna
Women's Halle Straight Pants
Cotton/nylon blend, untreated
Lower concern, basic apparel with no special coatings, but brand makes no PFAS commitments.
⚠Risky category by default
Wrangler
Men's Cliff Side Utility Pants
Cotton/cotton blend twill utility pants
Lower concern, basic utility pants with no water-repellent coating or stain treatment indicated.
⚠Risky category by default
Wrangler
Men's Westside Trail Pants
Cotton twill (primary); standard construction without water-repellent coating or stain treatment
Lower-concern purchase, basic cotton pants with no known Teflon-family coating treatments.
⚠Risky category by default
Wrangler
Men's Wyoming Trail Jogger
cotton/polyester blend (likely no water-repellent coating treatment)
Lower-concern basic jogger with no obvious PFAS triggers, but brand discloses nothing.
⚠Risky category by default
Wrangler
Men's All Terrain Cargo Pants
Cotton/cotton-blend twill; standard finish
Lower concern; standard untreated cargo pants unlikely to contain PFAS, but Wrangler makes no disclosure.
⚠Risky category by default
Patagonia
Women's Torrentshell 3L Pants
Nylon with water-repellent coating water-repellent coating finish
Lower-concern choice within waterproof apparel, backed by brand commitment, but verify specific batch before purchase.
⚠Waterproof or stain-proof treatment
Xtreme
Swampmaster No-Sweat Xtremegear Waterproof Trousers
unspecified waterproof coating/water-repellent coating treatment on textile base
Skip until coating disclosed, typical 'waterproof' apparel lacks PFAS transparency.
⚠Waterproof or stain-proof treatment
Gore-Tex
Rain Pants
ePTFE membrane laminate (expanded polytetrafluoroethylene) + water-repellent coating treatment
Known PFAS-containing technology; GORE-TEX has not committed to PFAS-free alternatives.
⚠Fluoropolymer coating
The North Face
Men's Antora Rain Pants
Nylon with water-repellent coating water-repellent finish
High-risk rain gear; water-repellent coating treatments traditionally use PFAS, The North Face does not disclose their formula.
⚠Waterproof or stain-proof treatment
The North Face
Women's Antora Rain Pants
Nylon outer with water-repellent coating (water-repellent coating) treatment
Likely lower concern, but silent on water-repellent coating chemistry, ask The North Face directly if PFAS-free alternatives matter to you.
⚠Waterproof or stain-proof treatment
The North Face
Kids' Antora Rain Pants
Nylon shell with water-repellent coating water-repellent finish
Skip unless The North Face discloses their water-repellent coating chemistry, rainwear silence on PFAS is a red flag.
⚠Waterproof or stain-proof treatment
Patagonia
Men's Torrentshell 3L Rain Pants
Nylon with water-repellent coating (water-repellent coating) treatment
High-performance rain gear likely contains legacy or replacement PFAS in water-repellent coating; Patagonia's silence on this product is a red flag.
⚠Waterproof or stain-proof treatment
Patagonia
Men's Granite Crest Rain Pants
Nylon with water-repellent coating (water-repellent coating) treatment
Moderate PFAS concern due to water-repellent coating; Patagonia transparency on chemistry is limited.
⚠Waterproof or stain-proof treatment
Columbia
Bugaboo V Waterproof Men's Pants
Nylon/polyester with water-repellent coating (water-repellent coating) coating
Skip or contact Columbia directly, waterproof coating likely contains PFAS but unverified.
⚠Waterproof or stain-proof treatment
Columbia
Men's Rebel Roamer II Nylon Pants
Nylon with water-repellent coating (water-repellent coating) treatment
Skip until Columbia discloses water-repellent coating chemistry; nylon pants typically use PFAS-based water repellents.
⚠Waterproof or stain-proof treatment
Columbia
Men's Rebel Roamer II Pant
nylon/polyester blend with water-repellent coating
water-repellent coating-treated outdoor pants carry elevated PFAS risk; Columbia discloses no coating details or PFAS stance.
⚠Waterproof or stain-proof treatment
Outdoor Research
Men's Apollo Rain Pants
Nylon with water-repellent coating (water-repellent coating) treatment
Skip until Outdoor Research discloses water-repellent coating chemistry or switches to PFAS-free treatment.
⚠Waterproof or stain-proof treatment
Arc'teryx
Beta Pant Men's
Nylon with water-repellent coating (water-repellent coating) finish
Skip or contact Arc'teryx directly, brand doesn't disclose PFAS status on waterproof apparel.
⚠Waterproof or stain-proof treatment
Arc'teryx
Men's Incendo Pants
Nylon blend with water-repellent coating treatment (water-repellent finish)
Moderate PFAS concern; Arc'teryx does not disclose water-repellent coating chemistry or PFAS status.
⚠Waterproof or stain-proof treatment
Arc'teryx
Gamma SL Pant Men's
Nylon ripstop with water-repellent coating finish (type unspecified)
Mid-risk due to water-repellent coating mystery; Arc'teryx silent on PFAS ingredients.
⚠Waterproof or stain-proof treatment
Arc'teryx
Men's Gamma Pants
Nylon with water-repellent coating finish
Moderate concern: Arc'teryx uses water-repellent coating treatment on technical pants but does not publicly disclose PFAS status.
⚠Waterproof or stain-proof treatment
Arc'teryx
ARCTERYX Men's Gamma SL Pants
Nylon with water-repellent coating (water-repellent coating) treatment
Skip or contact Arc'teryx for PFAS details before purchase.
⚠Waterproof or stain-proof treatment
Arc'teryx
Sabre Relaxed Pant Men's
Nylon with water-repellent coating (water-repellent coating) finish
Moderate uncertainty, Arc'teryx does not disclose water-repellent coating chemistry; assume traditional PFAS-based treatment unless specified otherwise.
⚠Waterproof or stain-proof treatment
Arc'teryx
Men's Beta Pants
Nylon shell with water-repellent coating water-repellent coating finish
Skip or contact Arc'teryx directly, no PFAS disclosure on a water-repellent coating-treated shell.
⚠Waterproof or stain-proof treatment
Arc'teryx
Alpha SL Pant Men's
Nylon with water-repellent coating (water-repellent coating) treatment
High-performance water-repellent coating apparel; PFAS concern remains unaddressed by Arc'teryx, check before buying if PFAS-free is a priority.
⚠Waterproof or stain-proof treatment
Marmot
Men's PreCip Eco Pant
Nylon shell with water-repellent coating water-repellent coating
Unknown PFAS status, Marmot silent on water-repellent coating chemistry; moderate caution warranted.
⚠Waterproof or stain-proof treatment
Marmot
Men's PreCip Eco Full-Zip Pants
Nylon with water-repellent coating water-repellent coating
Moderate PFAS concern, Marmot's water-repellent coating treatment likely uses PFAS or PFAS alternatives, with no public transparency.
⚠Waterproof or stain-proof treatment
Marmot
Men's PreCip Evo Full-Zip Rain Pants
Nylon with water-repellent coating (water-repellent coating) finish
Moderate PFAS concern, standard outdoor rain wear with unspecified water-repellent coating; Marmot has not disclosed coating chemistry.
⚠Waterproof or stain-proof treatment
Marmot
Men's PreCip Evo Flex Rain Pants
Nylon ripstop with water-repellent coating (water-repellent coating) coating
Moderate PFAS concern, waterproof apparel typically uses fluorinated water-repellent coating; Marmot does not disclose chemistry.
⚠Waterproof or stain-proof treatment
Marmot
Women's PreCip Eco Waterproof Packable Hiking Pants
Nylon with water-repellent coating (water-repellent coating) coating
Moderate PFAS risk due to waterproof treatment; Marmot provides no transparency on coating chemistry.
⚠Waterproof or stain-proof treatment
Marmot
Men's Minimalist Pertex Waterproof Rain Pants
Pertex nylon with water-repellent coating finish
Skip until Marmot discloses water-repellent coating chemistry or verifies PFAS-free.
⚠Waterproof or stain-proof treatment
Marmot
Women's PreCip Evo Pants
Polyester with water-repellent coating (water-repellent coating) finish
Skip until Marmot discloses water-repellent coating chemistry or certifies PFAS-free.
⚠Waterproof or stain-proof treatment
Marmot
Women's PreCip Evo Flex Rain Pants
Nylon with water-repellent coating (water-repellent coating) finish
Skip or contact Marmot directly, water-repellent coating rain pants carry PFAS risk Marmot won't disclose.
⚠Waterproof or stain-proof treatment
REI Co-op
Men's Trailmade Rain Pants
nylon ripstop with water-repellent coating finish (unspecified)
water-repellent coating rain pants with unknown water-repellent chemistry, typical PFAS risk but REI doesn't disclose.
⚠Waterproof or stain-proof treatment
REI Co-op
Men's Rainier Rain Pants
Nylon with water-repellent coating (water-repellent coating) coating, type unspecified
Typical rain pants with unknown water-repellent coating chemistry, REI offers no PFAS transparency; lower-cost alternative if PFAS matters to you.
⚠Waterproof or stain-proof treatment
REI Co-op
Women's Trailmade Rain Pants
nylon with water-repellent coating water-repellent coating (type unspecified)
Skip until REI discloses water-repellent coating chemistry or switch to verified PFAS-free rain gear.
⚠Waterproof or stain-proof treatment
REI Co-op
Women's Rainier Rain Pants
nylon shell with water-repellent coating (water-repellent coating) finish
Rain pants likely treated with water-repellent coating, probable PFAS exposure, but no lab confirmation available for this specific product.
⚠Waterproof or stain-proof treatment
REI Co-op
Men's XeroCloud 3L Rain Pants
Nylon with water-repellent coating water-repellent finish
Skip until REI discloses water-repellent coating chemistry; conventional rain pants often use PFAS-based treatments.
⚠Waterproof or stain-proof treatment
REI Co-op
Women's XeroCloud 3L Rain Pants
Nylon with water-repellent coating (water-repellent coating) coating
Skip until REI discloses water-repellent coating chemistry, waterproof rain gear typically uses PFAS.
⚠Waterproof or stain-proof treatment
REI Co-op
Toddler Rain Pants
polyester/nylon with water-repellent coating (water-repellent coating) finish
Skip until REI discloses water-repellent coating chemistry or switches to PFAS-free water repellent.
⚠Waterproof or stain-proof treatment
REI Co-op
Kids Rain Pants
Polyester with water-repellent coating water-repellent finish
Skip unless REI discloses water-repellent coating chemistry, silent on PFAS exposure risk in rain apparel.
⚠Waterproof or stain-proof treatment
Eddie Bauer
Men's RipPac Waterproof Rain Pants
Nylon ripstop shell with water-repellent coating (water-repellent coating) coating, type unspecified
Unknown PFAS risk; Eddie Bauer does not disclose waterproof coating chemistry.
⚠Waterproof or stain-proof treatment
Eddie Bauer
Women's Cloud Cap Stretch Waterproof Rain Pants
Nylon/polyester blend with waterproof water-repellent coating (type unspecified)
Skip until Eddie Bauer discloses water-repellent coating chemistry or offers PFAS-free alternative.
⚠Waterproof or stain-proof treatment
Eddie Bauer
Men's Rainier Pants
Nylon shell with water-repellent coating water-repellent finish
Skip unless Eddie Bauer discloses their water-repellent coating chemistry, conventional rainwear often uses PFAS-based coatings.
⚠Waterproof or stain-proof treatment
Eddie Bauer
Gore Tex Waterproof Rain Pants (men's Xl) Blue
Gore-Tex membrane (polytetrafluoroethylene composite) with water-repellent coating finish
High PFAS risk due to Gore-Tex core and likely PFAS-based water-repellent coating; Eddie Bauer offers no PFAS transparency.
⚠Waterproof or stain-proof treatment
Eddie Bauer
Women's RipPac Stretch Waterproof Rain Pants
Nylon/polyester blend with unspecified waterproof coating
Skip until Eddie Bauer discloses water-repellent coating chemistry or commits to PFAS-free waterproofing.
⚠Waterproof or stain-proof treatment
Eddie Bauer
Men's Cloud Cap Rain Pants
Nylon with water-repellent coating (water-repellent coating) finish
Skip until Eddie Bauer discloses water-repellent coating chemistry or commits to PFAS-free.
⚠Waterproof or stain-proof treatment
Eddie Bauer
80s Eddie Bauer Mens Medium Goretex Waterproof Rain Pants Navy Blue, Vintage Eddie Bauer Waterproof Pants, 1980s Goretesx Rain Pants, 1980s
Gore-Tex laminate/membrane with nylon shell
Skip or verify, 1980s Gore-Tex used PFAS-based water-repellent coating; no disclosure available.
⚠Waterproof or stain-proof treatment
Eddie Bauer
Gore-tex Nylon Waterproof Rain Pants Red Men L Hiking
Gore-Tex (Teflon-family coating membrane) + nylon shell
Gore-Tex carries inherent PFAS risk; Eddie Bauer offers no transparency, proceed with caution or verify with brand.
⚠Waterproof or stain-proof treatment
Outdoor Research
Men's Foray 3L Rain Pants
Nylon 3-layer laminate with water-repellent coating treatment
Skip until Outdoor Research discloses water-repellent coating chemistry or switches to PFAS-free alternatives.
⚠Waterproof or stain-proof treatment
Outdoor Research
Women's Stratoburst Stretch Rain Pants
Polyester with water-repellent coating (water-repellent coating) finish
Skip until brand discloses water-repellent coating chemistry, waterproof apparel often uses legacy PFAS despite alternatives.
⚠Waterproof or stain-proof treatment
Outdoor Research
Women's Helium Rain Pants
Nylon ripstop with water-repellent coating (water-repellent coating) coating
Skip or contact OR directly, silent on PFAS in a product category where legacy water-repellent coating coatings often contain PFAS.
⚠Waterproof or stain-proof treatment
Outdoor Research
Men's OR Pro SeaTac Pants
Nylon/polyester blend with water-repellent coating treatment
Skip until brand discloses water-repellent coating chemistry or switches to PFAS-free treatments.
⚠Waterproof or stain-proof treatment
Outdoor Research
Men's Helium Rain Pants
Nylon ripstop with water-repellent coating (water-repellent coating) treatment
Outdoor Research does not disclose PFAS-free status; water-repellent coating-treated rain gear typically raises concern without explicit confirmation.
⚠Waterproof or stain-proof treatment
Outdoor Research
Men's Stratoburst Stretch Rain Pants
Nylon stretch with water-repellent coating (water-repellent coating) coating
Higher PFAS risk due to waterproof coating with no public disclosure of chemistry.
⚠Waterproof or stain-proof treatment
Outdoor Research
Women's Aspire 3L Pants
Nylon with water-repellent coating (water-repellent coating) finish
water-repellent coating likely contains PFAS; Outdoor Research has not disclosed alternatives, proceed with caution.
⚠Waterproof or stain-proof treatment
Helly Hansen
Men's Voss Pants
polyester with water-repellent coating (water-repellent coating) treatment
Skip or contact Helly Hansen for water-repellent coating transparency before buying.
⚠Waterproof or stain-proof treatment
Helly Hansen
Women's Moss Windproof Rain Pants
Polyester shell with water-repellent coating water-repellent coating (type unspecified)
Silent on PFAS; rainwear's water-repellent coating raises concern without transparency.
⚠Waterproof or stain-proof treatment
Helly Hansen
Helly Hanson | Manchester Waterproof Shell Rain Pants 4XL
Nylon shell with unspecified waterproof/water-repellent finish
Skip unless Helly Hansen discloses water-repellent coating chemistry, waterproof apparel carries inherent PFAS risk.
⚠Waterproof or stain-proof treatment
Helly Hansen
Men's Moss Waterproof Rain Pants
Polyester shell with water-repellent coating (water-repellent coating) treatment
Moderate PFAS concern, waterproof rain pants often use traditional PFAS-based water-repellent coating, and Helly Hansen does not disclose coating chemistry.
⚠Waterproof or stain-proof treatment
Helly Hansen
Women's Luna Waterproof Rain Pants
synthetic outer shell with water-repellent coating (water-repellent coating) coating
Skip until Helly Hansen discloses water-repellent coating chemistry or pursues PFAS-free certification.
⚠Waterproof or stain-proof treatment
Helly Hansen
Women's Loke Rain Pants 2.0
Nylon shell with water-resistant coating (type unspecified)
Rain pants with unspecified water-repellent coating, PFAS risk unclear; consider asking Helly Hansen directly.
⚠Waterproof or stain-proof treatment
Helly Hansen
Women's Seven J Rain Pants
Nylon/polyester with water-repellent coating (water-repellent coating) finish
Skip unless Helly Hansen discloses water-repellent coating chemistry; rain pants typically use PFAS-based water repellents.
⚠Waterproof or stain-proof treatment
Helly Hansen
70480BLK-XL Voss Rain Pants
Polyester/polyamide with water-repellent coating water-resistant finish
Moderate PFAS concern, rain pants typically use water-repellent coating coatings; Helly Hansen does not disclose chemistry.
⚠Waterproof or stain-proof treatment
Salomon
Wayfarer Pants 2.0
polyester with water-repellent coating (water-repellent coating) treatment
Skip or contact Salomon directly, silent on PFAS despite water-repellent finish.
⚠Waterproof or stain-proof treatment
Salomon
Women's SHKout Hexaflow Pants
Nylon with water-repellent coating water-repellent treatment (unspecified chemistry)
Waterproof outdoor pants carry water-repellent coating risk; Salomon discloses nothing about PFAS avoidance, skip unless brand confirms PFAS-free.
⚠Waterproof or stain-proof treatment
Salomon
Men's Edge Pants
Nylon or polyester with water-repellent coating (water-repellent coating) treatment
Typical outdoor pants with likely PFAS-based water-repellent coating; Salomon has not publicly disclosed chemistry or PFAS-free status.
⚠Waterproof or stain-proof treatment
Salomon
Men's SHKout Hexaflow Pants
Nylon/polyester blend with water-repellent coating treatment
Skip until Salomon discloses water-repellent coating chemistry or commits to PFAS-free alternatives.
⚠Waterproof or stain-proof treatment
Salomon
Men's Venom Insulated Snow Pants
Polyester with water-repellent coating waterproof treatment
Moderate concern; typical ski apparel uses fluorinated water-repellent coating finishes, but Salomon doesn't disclose chemistry.
⚠Waterproof or stain-proof treatment
Salomon
Women's Lightning Race Waterproof Pants, Size Large, 31-35"
Nylon/polyester blend with water-repellent coating (water-repellent coating) coating
Higher PFAS risk due to waterproof coating with no public disclosure of treatment chemistry.
⚠Waterproof or stain-proof treatment
Salomon
Women's Brilliant Pant
Polyester with water-repellent coating (water-repellent coating) coating
Outdoor apparel with water-repellent coating carries typical PFAS risk; Salomon has not disclosed chemistry or PFAS-free status.
⚠Waterproof or stain-proof treatment
Salomon
Stormseason Pant Men's
Nylon/polyester with water-repellent coating water-repellent coating
Skip until Salomon clarifies water-repellent coating chemistry, typical outdoor pants use legacy PFAS.
⚠Waterproof or stain-proof treatment
Fjallraven
Fjällräven Men's High Coast Hydratic Trail Trousers
Polyamide/nylon with water-repellent coating water-repellent finish
Skip or contact Fjällräven directly, water-repellent coating treatment details undisclosed.
⚠Waterproof or stain-proof treatment
Fjallraven
Fjällräven Women's Bergtagen Lite Eco-Shell Trousers
Polyamide (nylon) with eco-shell water-repellent coating
Skip unless you confirm water-repellent coating-free; Fjällräven silent on PFAS in waterproof apparel.
⚠Waterproof or stain-proof treatment
Fjallraven
Fjällräven Fjallraven Men's Bergtagen Eco-Shell Trousers
Polyamide shell with water-repellent coating treatment
High uncertainty; Fjällräven does not disclose water-repellent coating chemistry, skip if PFAS-avoidant.
⚠Waterproof or stain-proof treatment
Fjallraven
Fjällräven Fjallraven Bergtagen Lite Eco-Shell Trousers Men's
Recycled polyester shell with water-repellent coating treatment
Skip until Fjällräven discloses water-repellent coating chemistry; typical eco-shells use PFAS-based water repellency.
⚠Waterproof or stain-proof treatment
Fjallraven
Fjällräven Fjallraven Barents Pro Trousers Mens
Polyamide/nylon with water-repellent coating (water-repellent coating) treatment
High PFAS risk from typical water-repellent coating treatment; Fjällräven silent on chemistry.
⚠Waterproof or stain-proof treatment
Fjallraven
Fjällräven Men's Hoja Hybrid Cycling Trousers
Nylon blend with water-repellent coating water-repellent treatment (type unspecified)
Skip or verify water-repellent coating chemistry with brand, likely PFAS-treated, silent on sourcing.
⚠Waterproof or stain-proof treatment
Fjallraven
Fjällräven Women's High Coast Hydratic Trail Trousers
Nylon with water-repellent coating (water-repellent coating) coating
Skip unless you confirm water-repellent coating is PFAS-free; Fjällräven does not disclose PFAS status.
⚠Waterproof or stain-proof treatment
Rab
Men's Downpour Pants
Nylon with water-repellent coating water-repellent finish
Skip until Rab discloses water-repellent coating chemistry or commits to PFAS-free.
⚠Waterproof or stain-proof treatment
Rab
Men's Downpour Mountain Pants
Nylon outer shell with water-repellent coating treatment
Skip unless Rab confirms PFAS-free water-repellent coating; standard mountain pants likely use fluorochemical water repellency.
⚠Waterproof or stain-proof treatment
Rab
Firewall Mountain Waterproof Pants Men's
Nylon/polyester with water-repellent coating (water-repellent coating) coating
High-risk category; Rab does not disclose PFAS status on waterproof apparel, skip unless confirmed PFAS-free.
⚠Waterproof or stain-proof treatment
Rab
Men's Momentum Hiking Pants
nylon/polyamide with water-repellent coating finish
Skip until Rab discloses water-repellent coating chemistry or switches to PFAS-free water repellency.
⚠Waterproof or stain-proof treatment
Rab
Women's Rab Downpour Pants
Nylon shell with water-repellent coating water-repellent finish
Uncertain PFAS risk; Rab discloses no water-repellent coating chemistry, classic concern for outdoor apparel.
⚠Waterproof or stain-proof treatment
Rab
Men's Downpour Eco Pants
Nylon with water-repellent coating (water-repellent coating) treatment
Lower-concern choice, but Rab's silence on water-repellent coating chemistry leaves PFAS risk unresolved.
⚠Waterproof or stain-proof treatment
Rab
Men's Kangri GTX Pants
Gore-Tex fabric (membrane laminate); outer shell nylon/polyester; water-repellent coating finish unspecified
Higher concern due to Gore-Tex membrane and undisclosed water-repellent coating; Rab does not publicly address PFAS.
⚠Waterproof or stain-proof treatment
Rab
Men's Rab Namche Hike GORE-TEX Pants
GORE-TEX membrane (Teflon-family coating-based)
GORE-TEX contains Teflon-family coating; Rab provides no PFAS transparency, proceed with caution if PFAS exposure concerns you.
⚠Waterproof or stain-proof treatment
Allbirds
All-Weather Pants
Recycled polyester with water-repellent coating finish
Skip until Allbirds discloses water-repellent coating chemistry or certifies PFAS-free.
⚠Waterproof or stain-proof treatment
Cotopaxi
Men's Coraje Tech Pant
Nylon blend with water-repellent coating (water-repellent coating) finish
Skip or demand transparency, water-repellent coating nylon typically uses PFAS; Cotopaxi discloses nothing.
⚠Waterproof or stain-proof treatment
Cotopaxi
Women's Coraje Tech Pant
Nylon blend with water-repellent coating treatment (brand unspecified)
Proceed with caution, typical tech pant likely has PFAS-based water-repellent coating, but Cotopaxi discloses nothing.
⚠Waterproof or stain-proof treatment
Cotopaxi
Women's Losdos Zip-Off Pants
nylon ripstop with water-repellent coating finish (treatment unspecified)
Zip-off convertible pants with likely water-repellent coating treatment; PFAS risk unclear without disclosure.
⚠Waterproof or stain-proof treatment
Cotopaxi
Men's Coraje Tech Utility Pant
Nylon blend with water-repellent coating finish
Skip until Cotopaxi clarifies water-repellent coating chemistry, most tech utility pants use PFAS coatings.
⚠Waterproof or stain-proof treatment
Cotopaxi
Men's Coraje Tech Cargo Pant
Nylon/recycled polyester blend with water-repellent coating finish
Moderate caution: cargo pant with water-repellent coating likely contains PFAS, but Cotopaxi's transparency and recycled materials focus suggest lower-risk application.
⚠Waterproof or stain-proof treatment
prAna
Men's Stretch Zion Field Pants
nylon/polyester blend with water-repellent coating finish
Moderate concern: water-repellent coating-treated outdoor pants likely contain legacy PFAS; prana does not disclose treatment chemistry.
⚠Waterproof or stain-proof treatment
prAna
Women's Kanab Pant
Nylon/polyamide blend with water-repellent coating treatment (unspecified chemistry)
Typical performance pant with unknown water-repellent coating, higher concern than untreated alternatives.
⚠Waterproof or stain-proof treatment
prAna
Women's Evergreen Hiking Pants
Nylon blend with water-repellent coating finish (brand not specified)
Moderate concern: water-repellent coating treatment likely present but unspecified; prAna silent on PFAS.
⚠Waterproof or stain-proof treatment
prAna
Women's Wonderland Rocks Pant
Nylon blend with water-repellent coating treatment
Skip or contact brand for PFAS treatment details before purchase.
⚠Waterproof or stain-proof treatment
prAna
Men's prAna Stretch Zion Top-Out Pant
Nylon blend with water-repellent coating (water-repellent coating) treatment
Skip or request PFAS disclosure from prAna; typical outdoor pants use fluorinated water-repellent coating coatings.
⚠Waterproof or stain-proof treatment
Xtreme
X-treme Adventure Pants 2.0
unknown; likely synthetic blend with water-repellent coating treatment
Skip until Xtreme discloses water-repellent coating chemistry or test results.
⚠Waterproof or stain-proof treatment
Xtreme
REI Co-op Men's Trailmade Rain Pants
Polyester with water-repellent coating (water-repellent coating) coating, type unspecified
Skip until REI/Xtreme discloses water-repellent coating chemistry; PFAS risk likely but unconfirmed.
⚠Waterproof or stain-proof treatment
Xtreme
Visibility Xtremedry Breathable Rain Pants
Unknown waterproof/breathable coating on textile
Skip until the brand discloses its water-repellent coating chemistry, breathable rain gear often uses PFAS.
⚠Waterproof or stain-proof treatment
Xtreme
Mountain Warehouse Men's Pinnacle Extreme Waterproof Trousers
Polyamide/nylon with unspecified water-repellent coating
Skip unless brand discloses water-repellent coating chemistry, waterproof apparel often relies on PFAS coatings.
⚠Waterproof or stain-proof treatment
Xtreme
EMS Men's Extreme Downpour Waterproof Rain Pants
Polyester with water-repellent coating (water-repellent coating) coating, type unspecified
Skip until brand discloses water-repellent coating chemistry or certifies PFAS-free.
⚠Waterproof or stain-proof treatment
Xtreme
Columbia Women's OutDry Extreme Wyldwood Rain Pants
polyester with water-repellent coating (water-repellent coating) coating
Skip or contact Columbia directly, OutDry is a proprietary waterproof tech with no PFAS disclosure.
⚠Waterproof or stain-proof treatment
Xtreme
Cabela's Men's Instinct Packable Rain Pants
Polyester with water-resistant coating (type unspecified)
Skip until brand discloses coating chemistry, water-repellent coating rain pants carry moderate PFAS risk.
⚠Waterproof or stain-proof treatment
Grundéns
Grundens Men's Weather Watch
Polyester/nylon with unspecified water-resistant coating
Skip until Grundéns discloses water-repellent coating chemistry or commits to PFAS-free.
⚠Waterproof or stain-proof treatment
Grundéns
Grundens Wayward Pant Men's
nylon/polyester blend with water-resistant finish
Skip until Grundéns discloses water-repellent coating chemistry; PFAS risk in marine workwear is real.
⚠Waterproof or stain-proof treatment
Grundéns
Grundens Trident Pant Men's
Nylon with water-repellent coating (durable water-resistant) treatment
Skip unless Grundéns commits to PFAS-free water-repellent coating, commercial fishing gear often uses legacy fluorocarbon treatments.
⚠Waterproof or stain-proof treatment
Grundéns
Sandön Rain Trousers
Polyester with water-repellent coating (water-repellent coating) finish
Skip until Grundéns discloses water-repellent coating chemistry, rain apparel typically relies on PFAS-based treatments.
⚠Waterproof or stain-proof treatment
Grundéns
Grundens Women's Weather Watch
Unknown waterproof/water-repellent coating treatment on apparel
Skip until Grundéns discloses water-repellent coating treatment chemistry or switches to PFAS-free alternatives.
⚠Waterproof or stain-proof treatment
Grundéns
Grundens Men's Kryall Pant
Nylon blend with water-repellent coating (water-repellent coating) finish
Moderate concern, waterproof fishing pants typically use PFAS-based water-repellent coating, but Grundéns has not disclosed treatment chemistry.
⚠Waterproof or stain-proof treatment
Grundéns
Grundens Men's Full Share Pant
Nylon with water-repellent coating water-repellent treatment (type unspecified)
Skip until Grundéns discloses water-repellent coating chemistry or commits to PFAS-free standards.
⚠Waterproof or stain-proof treatment
Grundéns
Grundens Men's Neptune Thermo Pant
Polyester/nylon blend with water-repellent coating waterproof treatment
Skip until Grundéns discloses water-repellent coating chemistry, commercial fishing apparel typically relies on PFAS-based water repellency.
⚠Waterproof or stain-proof treatment
Gore-Tex
Carhartt Men's Carhartt Super Dux Gore-Tex Pants
Cotton blend with GORE-TEX membrane (water-repellent coating treatment)
Higher PFAS risk due to GORE-TEX waterproofing; no brand transparency on treatment chemistry.
⚠Waterproof or stain-proof treatment
Gore-Tex
GORE Men's GORE-TEX PACLITE Pants
Teflon-type coating-based Teflon-family coating membrane laminate with water-repellent coating treatment
Skip until GORE-TEX discloses PFAS content or offers a certified PFAS-free alternative.
⚠Waterproof or stain-proof treatment
Gore-Tex
Gorewear Men's Lupra Gore-Tex Cycling Pants
Gore-Tex membrane (Teflon-family coating-based laminate)
Skip unless GORE-TEX discloses their water-repellent coating chemistry, Teflon-family coating core raises concern.
⚠Waterproof or stain-proof treatment
Gore-Tex
686 Men's GORE-TEX Windstopper Voyager Pants
GORE-TEX membrane with nylon shell; water-repellent coating treatment
Lower-risk but unverified, GORE-TEX likely PFOA-free but still uses Teflon-family coating; silent on water-repellent coating composition.
⚠Waterproof or stain-proof treatment
Gore-Tex
Marmot Women's Mitre Peak Waterproof GORE-TEX Active Pants
GORE-TEX membrane (ePTFE-based)
GORE-TEX apparel carries inherent PFAS risk; brand discloses nothing about treatment composition.
⚠Waterproof or stain-proof treatment
Jack Wolfskin
Unisex Rainy Day Pants
polyester with water-repellent coating (water-repellent coating) coating
Skip until Jack Wolfskin discloses water-repellent coating chemistry or certifies PFAS-free.
⚠Waterproof or stain-proof treatment
Jack Wolfskin
Women's Rainy Days 2.5L Pants
Polyester with water-repellent coating water-repellent finish
Skip until Jack Wolfskin discloses water-repellent coating chemistry, waterproof apparel is a common PFAS vector.
⚠Waterproof or stain-proof treatment
Jack Wolfskin
Kids Rainy Days Pants
Polyester with water-repellent (water-repellent coating) finish
Skip or contact Jack Wolfskin for water-repellent coating chemical transparency before buying.
⚠Waterproof or stain-proof treatment
Jack Wolfskin
Trek Terrain Pants
polyamide/nylon with water-repellent coating water-repellent finish
Skip if PFAS-concerned; Jack Wolfskin does not disclose water-repellent coating chemistry or commit to PFAS-free.
⚠Waterproof or stain-proof treatment
Jack Wolfskin
Newport Pants
Nylon/polyester blend with water-repellent coating (water-repellent coating) treatment
Moderate concern, outdoor apparel water-repellent coating treatments often contain PFAS, but Jack Wolfskin provides no disclosure.
⚠Waterproof or stain-proof treatment
Jack Wolfskin
Daily Ease Pants
polyester with water-repellent coating (water-repellent coating) treatment
Silent on PFAS; outdoor pants with water-repellent coating warrant caution without transparency.
⚠Waterproof or stain-proof treatment
Jack Wolfskin
Alpspitze Pants Jack Wolfskin Men's
polyester/nylon with water-repellent coating water-repellent coating
Skip until Jack Wolfskin discloses water-repellent coating chemistry or pursues PFAS-free certification.
⚠Waterproof or stain-proof treatment
Jack Wolfskin
Women's Barrier Pants with Mosquito Protection
Synthetic fabric with water-repellent coating (water-repellent coating) treatment
Skip or request PFAS transparency; water-repellent coating apparel typically contains PFAS unless explicitly stated otherwise.
⚠Waterproof or stain-proof treatment
Decathlon
Quechua Women's Raincut Waterproof Over-Pants
Polyester with water-repellent coating (water-repellent coating) coating, formulation undisclosed
Skip until Decathlon discloses water-repellent coating chemistry or offers PFAS-free alternative.
⚠Waterproof or stain-proof treatment
Decathlon
Quechua Men's Nh500 Protect Waterproof Hiking Rain Pants
Polyester with waterproof water-repellent coating (type unspecified)
Skip unless Decathlon discloses water-repellent coating chemistry; conventional hiking rain gear often uses PFAS-based coatings.
⚠Waterproof or stain-proof treatment
Decathlon
Quechua By Decathlon Women's Raincut Waterproof Over-pants
polyester with water-repellent coating (water-repellent coating) coating, composition unspecified
Skip until Decathlon discloses coating chemistry or certifies PFAS-free.
⚠Waterproof or stain-proof treatment
Decathlon
Forclaz Men's MT500 Convertible Hiking Pants
polyester with water-repellent coating water-repellent finish
Moderate concern, typical water-repellent coating apparel lacks PFAS transparency; Decathlon's silence on treatment chemistry is notable.
⚠Waterproof or stain-proof treatment
Decathlon
Wedze Men's 100 Warm Waterproof Snow Pants
Polyester with water-repellent coating (water-repellent coating) coating
Skip until Decathlon discloses water-repellent coating chemistry or switches to PFAS-free alternatives.
⚠Waterproof or stain-proof treatment
Decathlon
Quechua By Decathlon Pants & Jumpsuits | Quechua By Decathlon Women's Raincut Waterproof Over-Pants | Color: Black | Size: W33 L31 | Jonabione's
Polyester/nylon with unspecified waterproof coating (water-repellent coating treatment)
Skip unless Decathlon discloses water-repellent coating chemistry, waterproof gear commonly uses PFAS.
⚠Waterproof or stain-proof treatment
Decathlon
Inesis Golf Pants Water Proof Rain Size S
Polyester blend with waterproof/water-repellent coating (type unspecified)
Skip or request material transparency, waterproof pants typically use PFAS-based water-repellent coating, and Decathlon discloses nothing.
⚠Waterproof or stain-proof treatment
Decathlon
Quechua s Sh500 X-Warm Water-Repellent Snow Hiking Pants
Polyester with water-repellent coating water-repellent finish (chemistry unspecified)
water-repellent coating-treated hiking pants with no disclosed PFAS info, moderate concern due to water-repellent coating opacity.
⚠Waterproof or stain-proof treatment
Norrøna
Norrona Women's Falketind Gore-Tex Paclite Pants
Gore-Tex Paclite (Teflon-type coating-based Teflon-family coating membrane with water-repellent coating finish)
High PFAS risk due to Gore-Tex membrane; Norrøna makes no public PFAS commitments.
⚠Waterproof or stain-proof treatment
Norrøna
The North Face Women's Antora Rain Pants
Polyester with water-repellent coating (water-repellent coating) coating (chemistry unspecified)
Skip until transparency improves, water-repellent coating chemistry unknown.
⚠Waterproof or stain-proof treatment
Norrøna
Patagonia Men's Torrentshell 3L Rain Pants
Nylon with water-repellent coating (water-repellent coating) treatment
High uncertainty, Norrøna silent on PFAS; water-repellent coating treatments commonly contain PFAS but not confirmed here.
⚠Waterproof or stain-proof treatment
Norrøna
The North Face Kids' Antora Rain Pants
Polyamide/nylon with water-repellent coating (water-repellent coating) coating
Skip until Norrøna discloses water-repellent coating chemistry, rain pants are a high-risk PFAS category.
⚠Waterproof or stain-proof treatment
Norrøna
Patagonia Women's Torrentshell 3L Pants
Nylon with water-repellent coating water-repellent coating treatment
Skip until brand discloses water-repellent coating chemistry; Patagonia (correct brand) has moved toward PFAS-free options on some lines, but this product's treatment remains unspe
⚠Waterproof or stain-proof treatment
Norrøna
Norrona Men's Falketind Dri1 Caviar Pants
Nylon blend with water-repellent coating finish
Skip until Norrøna discloses water-repellent coating chemistry or certifies PFAS-free.
⚠Waterproof or stain-proof treatment
Norrøna
fjørå Gore-Tex Pro Pants Men's
Gore-Tex Pro membrane (Teflon-type coating-based)
Skip unless Gore-Tex Pro has publicly shifted to PFAS-free, legacy Gore-Tex uses Teflon-type coating, and Norrøna offers no transparency.
⚠Waterproof or stain-proof treatment
Norrøna
Norrona Men's Lofoten Gore-Tex Pants
Gore-Tex membrane (Teflon-type coating-based) with fabric shell
Gore-Tex pants carry inherent PFAS risk; Norrøna discloses nothing, skip if PFAS-sensitive.
⚠Waterproof or stain-proof treatment
Mammut
Linard Women's Light HS Multifunctional Waterproof Hardshell Pants
Polyester hardshell with water-repellent coating (water-repellent coating) finish, coating type unspecified
Skip until Mammut discloses the water-repellent coating chemistry or commits to PFAS-free hardshells.
⚠Waterproof or stain-proof treatment
Mammut
Women's Alto Light HS Waterproof Hardshell Pants
Polyester outer with water-repellent coating waterproof finish
Waterproof hardshell pants with unknown water-repellent coating chemistry, Mammut doesn't disclose PFAS status publicly.
⚠Waterproof or stain-proof treatment
Mammut
Eiger Nordwand Light Hs Gore-tex Pants Men
Gore-Tex membrane laminate (Teflon-type coating-based)
Gore-Tex products carry inherent PFAS risk; Mammut does not disclose or commit to PFAS mitigation.
⚠Waterproof or stain-proof treatment
Mammut
Women's Eiger Nordwand Light HS Gore-tex Pants
Gore-Tex membrane (ePTFE-based) with water-repellent coating
Skip if PFAS-conscious; Gore-Tex traditionally relies on PFAS-based water-repellent coating, but no public disclosure from Mammut.
⚠Waterproof or stain-proof treatment
Black Diamond
Men's Highline Stretch Rain Pants
Nylon with water-repellent coating water-repellent finish
Skip unless Black Diamond discloses their water-repellent coating treatment; rain pants commonly use PFAS-based water repellents.
⚠Waterproof or stain-proof treatment
Black Diamond
Women's Highline Stretch Rain Pants
Nylon or polyamide base with water-repellent coating (water-repellent coating) treatment
Skip until Black Diamond discloses water-repellent coating chemistry or certifies PFAS-free.
⚠Waterproof or stain-proof treatment
Black Diamond
Women's Fineline Stretch Full Zip Pants
Nylon/polyester blend with water-repellent coating (water-repellent coating) treatment
Higher PFAS concern due to likely water-repellent coating treatment; Black Diamond has not disclosed specifics.
⚠Waterproof or stain-proof treatment
Black Diamond
Men's Stormline Stretch Rain Pants
nylon stretch with water-repellent coating finish
Skip until Black Diamond discloses water-repellent coating chemistry or switches to PFAS-free alternatives.
⚠Waterproof or stain-proof treatment
Black Diamond
Women's Stormline Stretch Rain Pants
Nylon/polyester with water-repellent coating finish
Skip until Black Diamond discloses water-repellent coating chemistry; many rain pants use PFAS-based treatments.
⚠Waterproof or stain-proof treatment
Black Diamond
Women's Mission Alpine Shell Pants
Nylon shell with water-repellent coating (water-repellent coating) treatment
Alpine shell pants likely treated with water-repellent coating, typical for this category, but Black Diamond discloses nothing about PFAS chemistry or safer alternatives.
⚠Waterproof or stain-proof treatment
Mountain Hardwear
Men's Threshold Pants
nylon/polyester blend with water-repellent coating finish
water-repellent coating-treated outdoor pants, likely PFAS-treated, but Mountain Hardwear discloses nothing; higher-risk category absent transparency.
⚠Waterproof or stain-proof treatment
Mountain Hardwear
Women's Stretch Ozonic Rain Pants
nylon with water-repellent coating water-repellent treatment (Teflon-type coating-based likely)
Likely contains PFAS-based water-repellent coating; no transparency from Mountain Hardwear, skip if PFAS-sensitive.
⚠Waterproof or stain-proof treatment
Mountain Hardwear
Women's Stretch Ozonic Pants
nylon/polyester blend with water-repellent coating treatment
Skip until Mountain Hardwear discloses or commits to PFAS-free water-repellent coating.
⚠Waterproof or stain-proof treatment
Mountain Hardwear
Men's Stretch Ozonic Pants
Nylon blend with water-repellent coating (water-repellent coating) finish
Moderate PFAS risk from water-repellent coating treatment; Mountain Hardwear does not disclose chemistry.
⚠Waterproof or stain-proof treatment
Mountain Hardwear
Men's Stretch Ozonic Rain Pants
nylon/polyester blend with water-repellent coating water-repellent finish
Skip until Mountain Hardwear discloses water-repellent coating chemistry or switches to PFAS-free alternatives.
⚠Waterproof or stain-proof treatment
Mountain Hardwear
Women's Threshold Rain Pants
Nylon shell with water-repellent coating water-repellent finish
Skip or contact brand directly, typical rain gear carries PFAS risk with no transparency.
⚠Waterproof or stain-proof treatment
Mountain Hardwear
Men's Stryder Pants
Nylon blend with water-repellent coating water-repellent finish
Skip until Mountain Hardwear discloses water-repellent coating chemistry or certifies PFAS-free.
⚠Waterproof or stain-proof treatment
Mountain Hardwear
Men's Sky Ridge Gore-Tex Pant
Gore-Tex (Teflon-type coating-based membrane) with water-repellent coating treatment
High PFAS risk due to Gore-Tex membrane and water-repellent coating finish; no brand disclosure of PFAS status.
⚠Waterproof or stain-proof treatment
Vaude
Drop Pants II - Rain Pants Regular Size
Polyamide with water-repellent coating water-resistant finish
Rain pants with waterproof coating; PFAS risk unclear due to lack of transparency on water-repellent coating chemistry.
⚠Waterproof or stain-proof treatment
Vaude
Women's Fluid Rain Pants
Polyamide with water-repellent coating (water-repellent coating) finish
Skip until Vaude discloses water-repellent coating chemistry or commits to PFAS-free.
⚠Waterproof or stain-proof treatment
Vaude
Kuro Rain Pants
Polyamide with water-repellent coating treatment (specific chemistry undisclosed)
Skip unless brand discloses water-repellent coating chemistry; waterproof apparel often uses PFAS but Vaude has not confirmed either way.
⚠Waterproof or stain-proof treatment
Vaude
Moab - Rain Pants
Polyamide with water-repellent coating (chemistry unspecified)
Moderate PFAS risk due to waterproof treatment with no disclosed chemistry; consider Vaude's sustainability stance before purchase.
⚠Waterproof or stain-proof treatment
Vaude
Men's All Year Moab 2in1 Rain Pants
Polyamide with water-repellent coating (water-repellent coating) coating
Skip until Vaude discloses water-repellent coating chemistry or switches to PFAS-free alternatives.
⚠Waterproof or stain-proof treatment
Vaude
Drop Pants II - Rain Pants Short Size
Polyamide/nylon with water-repellent coating water-repellent treatment
Skip or contact Vaude directly, no public PFAS disclosure for this rain pant model.
⚠Waterproof or stain-proof treatment
Vaude
Kuro Pro Rain Pants Men - black
Polyamide with water-repellent coating (water-repellent coating) coating
Skip until Vaude confirms their water-repellent coating chemistry is PFAS-free.
⚠Waterproof or stain-proof treatment
Vaude
Fluid Pants II - Rain Pants Long Size
Polyamide/nylon with water-repellent coating (water-repellent coating) coating
Rain pants with likely water-repellent coating treatment; Vaude is sustainability-focused but provides no PFAS transparency for this model, lower confidence, higher caution.
⚠Waterproof or stain-proof treatment
Carhartt
Men's Carhartt Super Dux Gore-Tex Pants
Cotton duck + Gore-Tex membrane
Skip until Carhartt clarifies Gore-Tex PFAS content or commits third-party testing.
⚠Waterproof or stain-proof treatment
Carhartt
Men's Storm Defender Relaxed Fit Lightweight Pant
Cotton/polyester blend with water-repellent coating (water-repellent coating) finish
Moderate concern: water-repellent coating-treated workwear with no PFAS transparency, ask Carhartt directly.
⚠Waterproof or stain-proof treatment
Carhartt
Men's Relaxed Fit Midweight Waterproof Rain Pants
Cotton/polyester blend with water-repellent coating (water-repellent coating) finish
Skip until Carhartt discloses water-repellent coating chemistry or commits to PFAS-free treatment.
⚠Waterproof or stain-proof treatment
Carhartt
Reworked Shoreline Pants
Cotton canvas with water-repellent coating (water-repellent coating) finish
Skip or request PFAS disclosure, workwear with water-repellent coating treatment typically contains PFAS, but Carhartt does not publicly disclose chemistry.
⚠Waterproof or stain-proof treatment
Carhartt
Men's High Visibility Portsmouth Lightweight Pants
Cotton/polyester blend with water-repellent coating (water-repellent coating) finish
Skip until Carhartt discloses water-repellent coating chemistry or certifies PFAS-free.
⚠Waterproof or stain-proof treatment
Carhartt
Men's 104675 Storm Defender Loose Fit Heavyweight Pants
cotton/polyester blend with water-repellent coating finish
Typical work pants with water-resistant coating, likely contains PFAS but unconfirmed; higher concern than untreated alternatives.
⚠Waterproof or stain-proof treatment
Carhartt
Men's Shoreline Bib Overalls
Cotton duck with water-resistant finish (unspecified)
Skip or contact Carhartt directly, water-resistant treatment is unspecified and PFAS-use remains undisclosed.
⚠Waterproof or stain-proof treatment
Wrangler
Men's Workwear Performance Utility Pant with Water Repellency
Cotton/polyester blend with water-repellent coating water repellent treatment
Uncertain risk, water repellency suggests water-repellent coating treatment but Wrangler discloses neither chemistry nor PFAS status.
⚠Waterproof or stain-proof treatment
Wrangler
All Terrain Gear MEN'S 5 Pocket Performance Pant
Cotton/polyester blend with water-repellent coating finish
Skip or contact Wrangler directly, water-repellent coating treatment source unclear and no PFAS disclosure.
⚠Waterproof or stain-proof treatment
Wrangler
Men's Authentics Performance 5 Pocket Outdoor Pant
cotton/polyester blend with water-repellent coating finish
Lower concern for PFAS, but Wrangler's silence on water-repellent coating chemistry is a yellow flag.
⚠Waterproof or stain-proof treatment
Wrangler
Mens ATG Performance Pant
Cotton blend with water-repellent coating (water-repellent coating) finish
Skip unless Wrangler discloses water-repellent coating chemistry, ATG performance line likely uses PFAS-based water repellent.
⚠Waterproof or stain-proof treatment
Gore-Tex
Goretex rain pants Genuine Dutch army waterproof outdoor wet weather trousers W38-40 L31
Teflon-type coating-based Teflon-family coating membrane laminate (GORE-TEX)
Skip if PFAS-concerned; GORE-TEX uses legacy Teflon-family coating with well-known PFAS composition.
⚠Fluoropolymer coating
Gore-Tex
Arc'teryx Beta Pant Men's
GORE-TEX membrane (polytetrafluoroethylene/Teflon-type coating) with water-repellent coating treatment
Teflon-type coating-based waterproofing carries inherent PFAS concern; no public disclosure from Arc'teryx or GORE-TEX on water-repellent coating chemistry.
⚠Teflon (PTFE) coating
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