Waterproof Sports Undergarments, ranked by PFAS safety

16 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.

Graded and flagged D and F, we’d swap these

Nike Men's Dri-FIT Ready Fitness T-Shirt

Nike

Men's Dri-FIT Ready Fitness T-Shirt

polyester blend with Dri-FIT moisture-wicking treatment

F
F
PFASAll
F · High PFAS4 flags

Lower concern for standard athletic tee, but water-repellent coating finish may contain PFAS.

Waterproof or stain-proof treatment

Nike Men's AeroSwift Dri-FIT ADV Short-Sleeve Running Top

Nike

Men's AeroSwift Dri-FIT ADV Short-Sleeve Running Top

Polyester blend with Dri-FIT moisture-wicking technology and likely water-repellent coating finish

F
F
PFASAll
F · High PFAS3 flags

Dri-FIT apparel likely treated; Nike discloses nothing about PFAS or water-repellent coating.

Waterproof or stain-proof treatment

Nike Men's Dri-FIT Pro Tight Sleeveless Fitness Top

Nike

Men's Dri-FIT Pro Tight Sleeveless Fitness Top

polyester blend with Dri-FIT moisture-wicking treatment

F
F
PFASAll
F · High PFAS2 flags

Lower concern, but Nike does not disclose water-repellent coating chemistry details.

Waterproof or stain-proof treatment

Nike Women's Swift Breathe Dri-FIT Running Tank Top

Nike

Women's Swift Breathe Dri-FIT Running Tank Top

Polyester blend with Dri-FIT moisture-wicking finish

F
F
PFASAll
F · High PFAS3 flags

Athletic tank with likely water-repellent coating finish; Nike silent on PFAS content.

Waterproof or stain-proof treatment

Nike Women's Swift High Support Sports Bra

Nike

Women's Swift High Support Sports Bra

nylon, polyester blend with water-repellent coating finish

F
F
PFASAll
F · High PFAS2 flags

Likely lower concern, but Nike silent on PFAS in apparel.

Waterproof or stain-proof treatment

Nike Men's Primary Dri-FIT Versatile Tank Top

Nike

Men's Primary Dri-FIT Versatile Tank Top

polyester blend with Dri-FIT moisture-wicking treatment

F
F
PFASAll
F · High PFAS3 flags

Lower concern, but water-repellent coating finish PFAS status unknown from Nike.

Waterproof or stain-proof treatment

Nike Men's Stride Dri-FIT ADV Running Tank Top

Nike

Men's Stride Dri-FIT ADV Running Tank Top

polyester blend with Dri-FIT moisture-wicking treatment

F
F
PFASAll
F · High PFAS2 flags

Dri-FIT treatment raises concern; Nike provides no PFAS disclosure.

Waterproof or stain-proof treatment

Women's Nike Tempo Dri-FIT Running Top

Nike

Women's Nike Tempo Dri-FIT Running Top

polyester with Dri-FIT moisture-wicking treatment

F
F
PFASAll
F · High PFAS2 flags

No PFAS claim. Dri-FIT finish may contain fluorochemicals; skip if concerned.

Waterproof or stain-proof treatment

Tommy Hilfiger Men's Regular Fit Wicking Polo

Tommy Hilfiger

Men's Regular Fit Wicking Polo

polyester blend with moisture-wicking treatment

F
F
PFASAll
F · High PFAS2 flags

Skip until brand discloses water-repellent coating treatment chemistry details.

Waterproof or stain-proof treatment

Tommy Hilfiger Men's Regular Fit TH Performance Tech Polo

Tommy Hilfiger

Men's Regular Fit TH Performance Tech Polo

Polyester blend with performance water-repellent coating finish

F
F
PFASAll
F · High PFAS4 flags

Performance polo likely uses water-repellent coating treatment; PFAS status unclear from brand.

Waterproof or stain-proof treatment

Tommy Hilfiger Men's Regular Fit Performance Jersey Polo

Tommy Hilfiger

Men's Regular Fit Performance Jersey Polo

polyester blend with performance water-repellent coating finish

F
F
PFASAll
F · High PFAS5 flags

Performance polo likely treated with PFAS; brand silent on PFAS use.

Waterproof or stain-proof treatment

Tommy Hilfiger Men's Regular Fit Performance Shirt

Tommy Hilfiger

Men's Regular Fit Performance Shirt

polyester blend with performance water-repellent coating treatment

F
F
PFASAll
F · High PFAS1 flag

Performance apparel likely treated with water-repellent coating, PFAS risk unclear without disclosure

Waterproof or stain-proof treatment

Tommy Hilfiger Men's TH Performance Straight Fit Pants

Tommy Hilfiger

Men's TH Performance Straight Fit Pants

cotton blend with water-repellent coating treatment

F
F
PFASAll
F · High PFAS2 flags

Likely water-repellent coating-treated; brand silent on PFAS.

Waterproof or stain-proof treatment

Tommy Hilfiger Men's Regular Fit Tommy Wicking Polo

Tommy Hilfiger

Men's Regular Fit Tommy Wicking Polo

cotton blend with moisture-wicking finish

F
F
PFASAll
F · High PFAS3 flags

Wicking treatment likely uses water-repellent coating, risk unclear without disclosure

Waterproof or stain-proof treatment

Tommy Hilfiger Men's TH Performance Lightweight Polo

Tommy Hilfiger

Men's TH Performance Lightweight Polo

polyester blend with water-repellent coating/stain-resistant finish

F
F
PFASAll
F · High PFAS1 flag

Performance polos often use PFAS water-repellent coating.

Waterproof or stain-proof treatment

Tommy Hilfiger Men's Performance Hooded Jacket

Tommy Hilfiger

Men's Performance Hooded Jacket

polyester blend with water-repellent coating

F
F
PFASAll
F · High PFAS2 flags

Performance hooded jacket; PFAS risk unclear due to water-repellent coating.

Waterproof or stain-proof treatment

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