Wetsuits, ranked by PFAS safety

185 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.

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

Patagonia Men's Yulex Regulator Lite Front-Zip Full Wetsuit

Patagonia

Men's Yulex Regulator Lite Front-Zip Full Wetsuit

Yulex (synthetic rubber, PTMEG-based), neoprene-free

D
D · Elevated

Lower concern; Yulex rubber base avoids traditional neoprene, but Patagonia's silence on water-repellent coating/coatings limits confidence.

Risky category by default

Patagonia Men's Yulex Regulator Lite Long John Wetsuit

Patagonia

Men's Yulex Regulator Lite Long John Wetsuit

Yulex (synthetic rubber), neoprene-free alternative

D
D · Elevated

Lower concern, Yulex is PFAS-free by design, but Patagonia offers no explicit confirmation.

Risky category by default

Patagonia Men's R2 Yulex Regulator Front-Zip Full Wetsuit

Patagonia

Men's R2 Yulex Regulator Front-Zip Full Wetsuit

Yulex (synthetic rubber), neoprene-free base

D
D · Elevated

Lower concern; Yulex is a synthetic rubber alternative to neoprene without known PFAS use, but Patagonia does not disclose wetsuit water-repellent coating treatments.

Risky category by default

Finisterre Women's 2mm Yulex Long Sleeve Shorty Wetsuit

Finisterre

Women's 2mm Yulex Long Sleeve Shorty Wetsuit

Yulex rubber (synthetic alternative rubber)

D
D · Elevated

Lower-concern wetsuit; Yulex is a PFAS-free rubber standard, but Finisterre makes no explicit claim.

Risky category by default

JOHN Vintage Class Race JOHN

J*Lines

JOHN Vintage Class Race JOHN

Cotton or cotton-blend vintage race apparel

D
D · Elevated

Vintage clothing with no disclosed treatments, lower PFAS concern but cannot verify.

Risky category by default

O'Neill Epic Back Zip Full Wetsuit

O'Neill

Epic Back Zip Full Wetsuit

Neoprene with water-repellent coating-treated nylon exterior

F
F · High PFAS

Moderate PFAS risk due to waterproof treatment; O'Neill provides no transparency.

Waterproof or stain-proof treatment

O'Neill Reactor 3/2mm Back Zip Full Wetsuit

O'Neill

Reactor 3/2mm Back Zip Full Wetsuit

Neoprene wetsuit with water-repellent coating (water-repellent coating) treatment

F
F · High PFAS

Unknown PFAS risk in water-repellent coating; O'Neill does not disclose treatment chemistry.

Waterproof or stain-proof treatment

O'Neill Hyperfreak Fire 4/3 Chest Zip Wetsuit

O'Neill

Hyperfreak Fire 4/3 Chest Zip Wetsuit

Neoprene/synthetic rubber with water-repellent coating

F
F · High PFAS

High PFAS risk typical of sealed wetsuits; no public commitment from O'Neill to PFAS-free water-repellent coating.

Waterproof or stain-proof treatment

Rip Curl E-Bomb 4/3 Zip Free Wetsuit

Rip Curl

E-Bomb 4/3 Zip Free Wetsuit

neoprene with waterproof/water-repellent coating (unspecified)

F
F · High PFAS

Skip until Rip Curl clarifies waterproofing chemistry, neoprene wetsuits commonly use PFAS-based water-repellent coating treatments.

Waterproof or stain-proof treatment

Rip Curl Dawn Patrol Chest Zip Wetsuit

Rip Curl

Dawn Patrol Chest Zip Wetsuit

Neoprene with water-repellent coating water-repellent coating

F
F · High PFAS

Skip until Rip Curl discloses water-repellent coating chemistry or commits to PFAS-free standards.

Waterproof or stain-proof treatment

Rip Curl Flashbomb Chest Zip Fullsuit Wetsuit

Rip Curl

Flashbomb Chest Zip Fullsuit Wetsuit

Neoprene/rubber with unspecified water-resistant coating

F
F · High PFAS

Skip until Rip Curl discloses wetsuit coating chemistry or certifies PFAS-free status.

Waterproof or stain-proof treatment

Xcel Men's Axis Full Wetsuit

Xcel

Men's Axis Full Wetsuit

Neoprene/synthetic rubber with water-repellent coating

F
F · High PFAS

Skip or research further, wetsuit water-repellent coating coatings commonly use PFAS, and Xcel provides no transparency.

Waterproof or stain-proof treatment

Xcel Wetsuits Men's IconX Full Wetsuit

Xcel

Wetsuits Men's IconX Full Wetsuit

Neoprene/nylon/polyester blend with unspecified waterproof treatment

F
F · High PFAS

Skip until Xcel discloses water-repellent coating chemistry or commits to PFAS-free treatments.

Waterproof or stain-proof treatment

Xcel Men's Comp Full Wetsuit

Xcel

Men's Comp Full Wetsuit

Neoprene/rubber wetsuit with water-repellent coating

F
F · High PFAS

Skip until Xcel discloses water-repellent coating chemistry or pursue PFAS-free verified wetsuits.

Waterproof or stain-proof treatment

Xcel Men's Axis Flatlock Back Zip Full Wetsuit

Xcel

Men's Axis Flatlock Back Zip Full Wetsuit

Neoprene/rubber with water-repellent coating

F
F · High PFAS

Moderate concern: typical wetsuit water-repellent coating likely contains PFAS, but no public data on this specific model.

Waterproof or stain-proof treatment

Xcel Men's Axis Back Zip Full Wetsuit

Xcel

Men's Axis Back Zip Full Wetsuit

neoprene/nylon with water-repellent coating water-repellent coating

F
F · High PFAS

Skip unless Xcel provides water-repellent coating treatment transparency, wetsuits typically use fluorinated coatings.

Waterproof or stain-proof treatment

Xcel Men's Axis Long John Wetsuit

Xcel

Men's Axis Long John Wetsuit

neoprene/nylon with water-repellent coating treatment (type unspecified)

F
F · High PFAS

Skip until Xcel discloses water-repellent coating chemistry or commits to PFAS-free wetsuit construction.

Waterproof or stain-proof treatment

Xcel Men's Axis Hooded Full Wetsuit

Xcel

Men's Axis Hooded Full Wetsuit

Neoprene/rubber with water-repellent coating water-resistant coating

F
F · High PFAS

Wetsuits' water-repellent finishes often contain PFAS; Xcel makes no public disclosure, request their materials spec before buying.

Waterproof or stain-proof treatment

Xcel Men's Infiniti Full Wetsuit

Xcel

Men's Infiniti Full Wetsuit

neoprene/rubber with water-repellent coating water-repellent coating

F
F · High PFAS

Wetsuit water-repellency likely involves PFAS; Xcel offers no transparency, request their coating specs before buying.

Waterproof or stain-proof treatment

Billabong Spring Glider 2/2 Backzip Longarm Shorty Women Wetsuit

Billabong

Spring Glider 2/2 Backzip Longarm Shorty Women Wetsuit

Neoprene and nylon with water-repellent coating (water-repellent coating) finish

F
F · High PFAS

Typical wetsuit with water-repellent treatment; PFAS status undisclosed, moderate concern.

Waterproof or stain-proof treatment

Billabong Foil Long Sleeve Back Zip Neoprene Suit

Billabong

Foil Long Sleeve Back Zip Neoprene Suit

neoprene with water-resistant treatment

F
F · High PFAS

Skip until brand discloses water-repellent coating chemistry or verify independently.

Waterproof or stain-proof treatment

Billabong Men's Furnace Natural Upcycler Wetsuit

Billabong

Men's Furnace Natural Upcycler Wetsuit

Neoprene-blend with water-repellent coating finish; upcycled nylon/neoprene core

F
F · High PFAS

Skip until Billabong discloses water-repellent coating chemistry or switches to PFAS-free treatments.

Waterproof or stain-proof treatment

Billabong 302 Absolute Natural CZ Wetsuit

Billabong

302 Absolute Natural CZ Wetsuit

Neoprene with water-repellent coating treatment (unspecified chemistry)

F
F · High PFAS

Moderate PFAS concern, neoprene wetsuits often use fluorinated water-repellent coating coatings; Billabong discloses nothing.

Waterproof or stain-proof treatment

Billabong 302 Foil CZ GBS Fullsuit

Billabong

302 Foil CZ GBS Fullsuit

Neoprene/rubber wetsuit with water-repellent treatment

F
F · High PFAS

Wetsuits commonly use water-repellent coating treatments likely containing PFAS; Billabong does not disclose, skip if PFAS-concerned.

Waterproof or stain-proof treatment

Billabong Men's Absolute Natural CZ Short Sleeve Full Wetsuit

Billabong

Men's Absolute Natural CZ Short Sleeve Full Wetsuit

Neoprene wetsuit with water-repellent coating-treated exterior

F
F · High PFAS

Skip until Billabong discloses water-repellent coating chemistry or commits to PFAS-free alternatives.

Waterproof or stain-proof treatment

Billabong Spring Fever Long Sleeve

Billabong

Spring Fever Long Sleeve

polyester blend with water-repellent coating finish

F
F · High PFAS

Skip until Billabong discloses water-repellent coating chemistry or switches to PFAS-free alternatives.

Waterproof or stain-proof treatment

Billabong Women's Synergy Back Zip Full Wetsuit

Billabong

Women's Synergy Back Zip Full Wetsuit

Neoprene or synthetic rubber wetsuit with water-repellent coating

F
F · High PFAS

Wetsuits historically use PFAS in water-repellent finishes; Billabong makes no public disclosure, proceed with caution.

Waterproof or stain-proof treatment

Quiksilver Everyday Sessions 3/2 Chest-Zip Wetsuit

Quiksilver

Everyday Sessions 3/2 Chest-Zip Wetsuit

Neoprene or nylon/spandex blend with water-repellent coating (water-repellent coating) treatment

F
F · High PFAS

Skip until Quiksilver discloses water-repellent coating chemistry or switches to PFAS-free alternatives.

Waterproof or stain-proof treatment

Quiksilver Prologue Back Zip Wetsuit

Quiksilver

Prologue Back Zip Wetsuit

Neoprene, nylon, with water-resistant coating

F
F · High PFAS

Skip until brand discloses water-repellent coating treatment or commits to PFAS-free wetsuits.

Waterproof or stain-proof treatment

Quiksilver Men's Prologue Back Zip Fullsuit

Quiksilver

Men's Prologue Back Zip Fullsuit

Neoprene/nylon wetsuit with water-repellent coating-treated fabric

F
F · High PFAS

Moderate concern: wetsuits typically use water-repellent coating finishes that may contain PFAS; Quiksilver has not disclosed treatment details.

Waterproof or stain-proof treatment

Quiksilver Men's Everyday Sessions Back-Zip Wetsuit

Quiksilver

Men's Everyday Sessions Back-Zip Wetsuit

Neoprene wetsuit with water-repellent coating

F
F · High PFAS

Typical wetsuit with unknown water-repellent finish; PFAS risk unconfirmed but standard for the category.

Waterproof or stain-proof treatment

Quiksilver Men's Mercury Chest Zip GBS Wetsuit

Quiksilver

Men's Mercury Chest Zip GBS Wetsuit

Neoprene/synthetic rubber + unspecified waterproof coating (GBS)

F
F · High PFAS

Skip or contact Quiksilver directly, wetsuit waterproofing often relies on PFAS; no transparency provided.

Waterproof or stain-proof treatment

Quiksilver Men's Mercury Back Zip GBS Wetsuit

Quiksilver

Men's Mercury Back Zip GBS Wetsuit

Neoprene/rubber with GBS (glued and blindstitched) seams; water-repellent coating (water-repellent coating) coating typical

F
F · High PFAS

Wetsuits typically use water-repellent coating treatments with unknown PFAS status, no public disclosure from Quiksilver on this model.

Waterproof or stain-proof treatment

Body Glove Men's Pro 3 Wetsuit

Body Glove

Men's Pro 3 Wetsuit

Neoprene and nylon with water-repellent coating finish

F
F · High PFAS

Skip until Body Glove discloses water-repellent coating treatment chemistry; neoprene wetsuits commonly use PFAS-based water repellency.

Waterproof or stain-proof treatment

Body Glove Pro 3 Men's Spring Wetsuit

Body Glove

Pro 3 Men's Spring Wetsuit

Neoprene/synthetic rubber with water-repellent coating

F
F · High PFAS

Skip until Body Glove discloses water-repellent coating chemistry or commits to PFAS-free.

Waterproof or stain-proof treatment

Body Glove Mens Variant 4/3mm Chest-Zip Fullsuit

Body Glove

Mens Variant 4/3mm Chest-Zip Fullsuit

Neoprene with water-repellent coating water-resistant treatment

F
F · High PFAS

Moderate concern: neoprene wetsuits commonly use PFAS-based water-repellent coating coatings, but Body Glove discloses nothing.

Waterproof or stain-proof treatment

4/3mm Men's Body Glove Phoenix Back Zip Fullsuit / Wetsuit

Body Glove

4/3mm Men's Body Glove Phoenix Back Zip Fullsuit / Wetsuit

Neoprene/rubber with water-resistant coating

F
F · High PFAS

Skip until Body Glove discloses wetsuit coating chemistry; water-resistant wetsuits commonly use PFAS-based water-repellent coating finishes.

Waterproof or stain-proof treatment

Body Glove Men's 5370 Chest Zip Fullsuit

Body Glove

Men's 5370 Chest Zip Fullsuit

Neoprene/polyurethane wetsuit with water-resistant finish

F
F · High PFAS

Typical neoprene wetsuit with uncertain water-repellent coating treatment; PFAS risk present but unconfirmed.

Waterproof or stain-proof treatment

Body Glove Mens Phoenix 3/2mm Men's Back-Zip Fullsuit in Blue, Size

Body Glove

Mens Phoenix 3/2mm Men's Back-Zip Fullsuit in Blue, Size

Neoprene wetsuit with water-repellent finish

F
F · High PFAS

Skip until Body Glove discloses water-repellent coating chemistry or switches to PFAS-free finishes.

Waterproof or stain-proof treatment

Body Glove Men's Phoenix Chest-Zip Fullsuit

Body Glove

Men's Phoenix Chest-Zip Fullsuit

Neoprene/nylon blend wetsuit with water-repellent coating treatment

F
F · High PFAS

Skip until Body Glove discloses water-repellent coating chemistry or certifies PFAS-free.

Waterproof or stain-proof treatment

4/3mm Women's Body Glove EOS Back Zip Fullsuit

Body Glove

4/3mm Women's Body Glove EOS Back Zip Fullsuit

Neoprene/rubber with water-resistant coating

F
F · High PFAS

Proceed with caution; neoprene wetsuits often use water-repellent coating coatings that may contain PFAS, but Body Glove provides no transparency.

Waterproof or stain-proof treatment

O'Neill Reactor 3/2mm Back Zip Full Wetsuit

Surf Dive N Ski

O'Neill Reactor 3/2mm Back Zip Full Wetsuit

Neoprene/rubber with unspecified water-repellent coating

F
F · High PFAS

Wetsuits typically use water-repellent coating treatments; O'Neill does not disclose PFAS status, skip if concerned.

Waterproof or stain-proof treatment

Wakesport Unlimited Manera Seafarer 3.2 BZ Wetsuit

Surf Dive N Ski

Wakesport Unlimited Manera Seafarer 3.2 BZ Wetsuit

Neoprene wetsuit with water-repellent coating finish

F
F · High PFAS

Skip until brand discloses water-repellent coating chemistry; neoprene wetsuits commonly use PFAS water-repellents.

Waterproof or stain-proof treatment

Surfing Wetsuit

Surf Dive N Ski

Surfing Wetsuit

Neoprene or nylon with unspecified water-resistant coating

F
F · High PFAS

Skip or contact brand, water-repellent coating treatment in wetsuits often uses PFAS; no transparency from Surf Dive N Ski.

Waterproof or stain-proof treatment

SpearPro Golden Cabrilla Mens Wetsuit - 2mm Titanium Lined, XXL

Surf Dive N Ski

SpearPro Golden Cabrilla Mens Wetsuit - 2mm Titanium Lined, XXL

Neoprene wetsuit with titanium lining; waterproof coating unspecified

F
F · High PFAS

Skip until brand discloses coating chemistry, wetsuits commonly use PFAS-based water-repellent coating finishes.

Waterproof or stain-proof treatment

Xcel Women's Ocean Ramsey Water Inspired Axis Full Wetsuit

Surf Dive N Ski

Xcel Women's Ocean Ramsey Water Inspired Axis Full Wetsuit

Neoprene or neoprene-blend with likely water-repellent coating treatment

F
F · High PFAS

Skip until brand discloses water-repellent coating chemistry or third-party verifies PFAS-free status.

Waterproof or stain-proof treatment

Rip Curl Dawn Patrol Chest Zip Wetsuit

Surf Dive N Ski

Rip Curl Dawn Patrol Chest Zip Wetsuit

Neoprene or nylon with water-repellent coating (water-repellent coating) coating

F
F · High PFAS

Skip unless brand confirms water-repellent coating chemistry, wetsuits commonly use PFAS water-repellents.

Waterproof or stain-proof treatment

O'Neill Men'S Reactor-2 2mm Back Zip Spring Wetsuit

Surf Dive N Ski

O'Neill Men'S Reactor-2 2mm Back Zip Spring Wetsuit

Neoprene with water-repellent coating (water-repellent coating) coating

F
F · High PFAS

Skip or contact O'Neill directly, water-repellent coating wetsuit coating source unknown.

Waterproof or stain-proof treatment

Men's Neoprene Full Body Wetsuit

Surf Dive N Ski

Men's Neoprene Full Body Wetsuit

Neoprene with waterproof coating/sealing

F
F · High PFAS

Skip unless Surf Dive N Ski discloses their water-repellent finish.

Waterproof or stain-proof treatment

Fourth Element Proteus II Full Wetsuit - Male / 3mm / XSS

Fourth Element

Proteus II Full Wetsuit - Male / 3mm / XSS

Neoprene/rubber wetsuit with unspecified water-repellent treatment

F
F · High PFAS

Silent on PFAS; wetsuits typically use water-repellent coating treatments that may contain PFAS, direct the brand for clarity before buying.

Waterproof or stain-proof treatment

Fourth Element Men's Proteus II Wetsuit

Fourth Element

Men's Proteus II Wetsuit

neoprene with water-repellent coating surface treatment

F
F · High PFAS

Skip until Fourth Element discloses water-repellent coating chemistry, neoprene wetsuits commonly use PFAS coatings.

Waterproof or stain-proof treatment

Fourth Element Surface Suit

Fourth Element

Surface Suit

Neoprene/laminated fabric with water-repellent coating

F
F · High PFAS

Skip until Fourth Element discloses water-repellent coating chemistry, neoprene wetsuits commonly use fluorinated treatments.

Waterproof or stain-proof treatment

Fourth Element Men's Proteus II 3mm

Fourth Element

Men's Proteus II 3mm

Neoprene wetsuit with water-repellent coating-treated exterior

F
F · High PFAS

Skip until Fourth Element discloses water-repellent coating chemistry or provides PFAS testing.

Waterproof or stain-proof treatment

Fourth Element Proteus II Wet Suit

Fourth Element

Proteus II Wet Suit

Neoprene or neoprene-blend with laminate/coating

F
F · High PFAS

Wet suit with unknown water-repellent coating, lower PFAS risk than legacy water-repellent coating but no transparency.

Waterproof or stain-proof treatment

II 3MM Wetsuit - Fourth Element Proteus II for Men XS

Fourth Element

II 3MM Wetsuit - Fourth Element Proteus II for Men XS

Neoprene with water-repellent coating treatment

F
F · High PFAS

Typical wetsuit with undisclosed water-repellent coating; PFAS risk present but unverified.

Waterproof or stain-proof treatment

Fourth Element Men's Thermocline One Piece Wetsuit

Fourth Element

Men's Thermocline One Piece Wetsuit

Neoprene or nylon wetsuit with water-repellent coating

F
F · High PFAS

Moderate concern: wetsuit coating likely water-repellent but PFAS treatment status undisclosed.

Waterproof or stain-proof treatment

Fourth Element RF1 Warm Water Freediving Wetsuit - Mens

Fourth Element

RF1 Warm Water Freediving Wetsuit - Mens

Neoprene/nylon with water-repellent coating (water-repellent coating) treatment

F
F · High PFAS

Skip unless Fourth Element confirms PFAS-free water-repellent coating treatment.

Waterproof or stain-proof treatment

Finisterre Men's Snow Peak Yulex Chest Zip Wetsuit

Finisterre

Men's Snow Peak Yulex Chest Zip Wetsuit

Yulex neoprene alternative with likely water-repellent coating finish

F
F · High PFAS

Lower-concern choice for wetsuits, but water-repellent coating status unclear, contact brand for PFAS transparency.

Waterproof or stain-proof treatment

Finisterre Women's Yulex Back Zip Wetsuit

Finisterre

Women's Yulex Back Zip Wetsuit

Yulex (synthetic rubber alternative to neoprene)

F
F · High PFAS

Lower concern; Yulex is a safer neoprene alternative, but waterproofing chemistry is not disclosed.

Waterproof or stain-proof treatment

Finisterre Nieuwland 3/2 Yulex Back Zip Wetsuit in Ink / Manuka

Finisterre

Nieuwland 3/2 Yulex Back Zip Wetsuit in Ink / Manuka

Yulex (synthetic rubber) back; neoprene or neoprene-blend front with unspecified water-repellent coating

F
F · High PFAS

Low transparency on water-repellent coating, skip unless Finisterre confirms PFAS-free treatment.

Waterproof or stain-proof treatment

Snow Peak + Finisterre Women's Chest Zip Wetsuit

Finisterre

Snow Peak + Finisterre Women's Chest Zip Wetsuit

neoprene/nylon with unspecified water-repellent coating

F
F · High PFAS

Skip until Finisterre discloses wetsuit coating chemistry or certifies PFAS-free.

Waterproof or stain-proof treatment

Finisterre Men's Nieuwland 3s Yulex Wetsuit

Finisterre

Men's Nieuwland 3s Yulex Wetsuit

Yulex synthetic rubber (limestone-based alternative to neoprene)

F
F · High PFAS

Lower-concern option for wetsuits, but no PFAS transparency from brand.

Waterproof or stain-proof treatment

Finisterre Nieuwland 2e Yulex Long Sleeve Shorty Wetsuit

Finisterre

Nieuwland 2e Yulex Long Sleeve Shorty Wetsuit

Yulex (synthetic rubber), neoprene-alternative base with water-repellent coating water-repellent treatment

F
F · High PFAS

Lower-concern alternative wetsuit, but water-repellent coating treatment source unconfirmed, contact brand for PFAS assurance.

Waterproof or stain-proof treatment

Finisterre Men's Nieuwland 4s Yulex Wetsuit

Finisterre

Men's Nieuwland 4s Yulex Wetsuit

Yulex (synthetic rubber) with presumed water-repellent coating treatment

F
F · High PFAS

Skip until Finisterre confirms their Yulex wetsuit water-repellent coating process is PFAS-free.

Waterproof or stain-proof treatment

Manera Seafarer Wetsuit

Manera

Seafarer Wetsuit

Neoprene or nylon blend with water-resistant coating

F
F · High PFAS

Skip until Manera discloses water-repellent coating treatment chemistry or provides third-party testing.

Waterproof or stain-proof treatment

Manera Seafarer Men 5/3 Front zip 2022/2023

Manera

Seafarer Men 5/3 Front zip 2022/2023

Neoprene wetsuit with unspecified waterproof/water-repellent coating

F
F · High PFAS

Skip until Manera discloses wetsuit coating chemistry or obtains third-party verification.

Waterproof or stain-proof treatment

Wakesport Unlimited Manera Seafarer 3.2 BZ Wetsuit

Manera

Wakesport Unlimited Manera Seafarer 3.2 BZ Wetsuit

Neoprene or synthetic rubber with unspecified water-resistant coating

F
F · High PFAS

Skip until Manera discloses water-repellent coating chemistry or switches to PFAS-free water repellency.

Waterproof or stain-proof treatment

Manera Seafarer Hybrid Full Zip Wetsuit

Manera

Seafarer Hybrid Full Zip Wetsuit

Neoprene/rubber hybrid with unknown water-repellent coating (water-repellent coating) coating

F
F · High PFAS

Skip until Manera discloses water-repellent coating chemistry or provides PFAS testing.

Waterproof or stain-proof treatment

Manera Men's Classic 4/3 Chest-Zip Wetsuit

Manera

Men's Classic 4/3 Chest-Zip Wetsuit

Neoprene wetsuit with unspecified water-repellent treatment

F
F · High PFAS

Skip until Manera discloses water-repellent coating treatment chemistry or certifies PFAS-free.

Waterproof or stain-proof treatment

Manera Seafarer 4/3mm Front Zip Wetsuit

Manera

Seafarer 4/3mm Front Zip Wetsuit

Neoprene or nylon/spandex blend with water-repellent coating

F
F · High PFAS

Typical wetsuit with unknown water-repellent coating finish; PFAS risk unclear without material disclosure.

Waterproof or stain-proof treatment

Wakesport Unlimited Manera X10D 3.2 Wetsuit

Manera

Wakesport Unlimited Manera X10D 3.2 Wetsuit

neoprene or nylon/spandex blend with water-repellent coating (water-repellent coating) coating

F
F · High PFAS

Skip until Manera discloses water-repellent coating chemistry or pursue PFAS-free wetsuit alternatives.

Waterproof or stain-proof treatment

Manera Women's Seafarer 3.2 Wetsuit

Manera

Women's Seafarer 3.2 Wetsuit

Neoprene or synthetic rubber with unspecified water-resistant coating

F
F · High PFAS

Skip until Manera discloses water-repellent coating chemistry or provides third-party testing.

Waterproof or stain-proof treatment

Sisstrevolution Seven Seas 3/2 Chest Zip Fullsuit Wetsuit

Sisstr Revolution

Sisstrevolution Seven Seas 3/2 Chest Zip Fullsuit Wetsuit

Neoprene with unspecified water-repellent coating/waterproof coating

F
F · High PFAS

Skip until the brand discloses coating chemistry; neoprene wetsuits commonly use PFAS-based water repellency.

Waterproof or stain-proof treatment

7 Seas 2/2 Long Jane Spring Wetsuit

Sisstr Revolution

7 Seas 2/2 Long Jane Spring Wetsuit

Neoprene or neoprene-blend with likely water-repellent coating treatment

F
F · High PFAS

Skip or contact brand, neoprene wetsuits commonly use PFAS-based water-repellent finishes; no transparency disclosed.

Waterproof or stain-proof treatment

Sisstrevolution Seven Seas 4/3 Chest Zip Full Wetsuit

Sisstr Revolution

Sisstrevolution Seven Seas 4/3 Chest Zip Full Wetsuit

Neoprene or nylon blend with unspecified waterproof coating

F
F · High PFAS

Skip unless brand discloses or certifies coating, wetsuits commonly use PFAS-based water-repellent coating treatments.

Waterproof or stain-proof treatment

Summer Seas Wetsuit Jacket

Sisstr Revolution

Summer Seas Wetsuit Jacket

Neoprene or similar synthetic rubber with water-resistant coating

F
F · High PFAS

Skip until transparency improves, wetsuit durability typically requires water-repellent coating treatments with unknown PFAS status.

Waterproof or stain-proof treatment

Sisstrevolution Sisstr 7 Seas 5/4 Hooded Chest Zip Wetsuit

Sisstr Revolution

Sisstrevolution Sisstr 7 Seas 5/4 Hooded Chest Zip Wetsuit

Neoprene or synthetic rubber with water-resistant treatment

F
F · High PFAS

Skip or contact Sisstr directly, wetsuits commonly use water-repellent coating treatments that may contain PFAS, but brand discloses nothing.

Waterproof or stain-proof treatment

3/2mm Girl's Sisstrevolution 7 Seas Chest Zip Fullsuit

Sisstr Revolution

3/2mm Girl's Sisstrevolution 7 Seas Chest Zip Fullsuit

Neoprene wetsuit with water-repellent coating treatment

F
F · High PFAS

Skip until brand discloses water-repellent coating chemistry, neoprene wetsuits commonly use PFAS-based water repellents.

Waterproof or stain-proof treatment

Sisstrevolution Summer Seas Long Sleeve Cheeky Wetsuit

Sisstr Revolution

Sisstrevolution Summer Seas Long Sleeve Cheeky Wetsuit

Neoprene or neoprene-blend with water-repellent coating (water-repellent coating) coating

F
F · High PFAS

Moderate concern, typical neoprene wetsuit likely uses PFAS-based water-repellent coating; no brand transparency or third-party verification.

Waterproof or stain-proof treatment

Sisstrevolution 7 Seas 3/2 Back Zip Full Wetsuit

Sisstr Revolution

Sisstrevolution 7 Seas 3/2 Back Zip Full Wetsuit

Neoprene/nylon blend with water-repellent coating (unspecified)

F
F · High PFAS

Moderate PFAS risk due to water-resistant coating; brand disclosure absent.

Waterproof or stain-proof treatment

Vissla 7 Seas Raditude 3-2 Full Chest Zip

Vissla

7 Seas Raditude 3-2 Full Chest Zip

Neoprene-blend wetsuit with water-repellent coating treatment

F
F · High PFAS

Moderate caution: water-repellent coating-treated wetsuits typically use PFAS, but Vissla's specific treatment chemistry is undisclosed.

Waterproof or stain-proof treatment

Vissla High Seas II No Zip Wetsuit

Vissla

High Seas II No Zip Wetsuit

neoprene/nylon blend with water-repellent coating treatment

F
F · High PFAS

Skip until Vissla discloses water-repellent coating chemistry or pursues PFAS-free verification.

Waterproof or stain-proof treatment

Vissla High Seas II Wetsuit

Vissla

High Seas II Wetsuit

neoprene + polyurethane laminate/coating

F
F · High PFAS

Skip until Vissla discloses water-repellent coating chemistry or commits to PFAS-free.

Waterproof or stain-proof treatment

Vissla High Seas II 4/3mm Full No Zip Wetsuit

Vissla

High Seas II 4/3mm Full No Zip Wetsuit

Neoprene/nylon with water-repellent coating water-repellent coating

F
F · High PFAS

Skip or contact Vissla directly, water-repellent coating wetsuits commonly use PFAS, but no public transparency.

Waterproof or stain-proof treatment

Vissla 7 Seas Comp 4-3 Chest Zip Full Suit

Vissla

7 Seas Comp 4-3 Chest Zip Full Suit

Neoprene/nylon blend with water-repellent coating finish

F
F · High PFAS

Wetsuit with standard water-repellent coating, PFAS risk unclear without material disclosure.

Waterproof or stain-proof treatment

Vissla High Seas II Full Hooded Chest Zip Wetsuit

Vissla

High Seas II Full Hooded Chest Zip Wetsuit

Neoprene/synthetic rubber with water-repellent coating

F
F · High PFAS

Skip until Vissla discloses wetsuit water-repellent chemistry or pursues PFAS-free certification.

Waterproof or stain-proof treatment

Vissla New Seas 4-3 U-Zip Wetsuit

Vissla

New Seas 4-3 U-Zip Wetsuit

neoprene or similar synthetic rubber with water-repellent coating

F
F · High PFAS

Skip or contact Vissla directly, water-repellent coating wetsuits often use PFAS; no disclosure is a red flag.

Waterproof or stain-proof treatment

4/3mm Men's Matuse Dante Fullsuit

Matuse

4/3mm Men's Matuse Dante Fullsuit

Neoprene wetsuit with water-repellent coating treatment

F
F · High PFAS

Typical wetsuit with unknown water-repellent chemistry, PFAS risk unclear without disclosure.

Waterproof or stain-proof treatment

ARTEMIS 3/2 WETSUIT CONTRAST STITCH 8S

Matuse

ARTEMIS 3/2 WETSUIT CONTRAST STITCH 8S

Neoprene wetsuit with water-repellent coating-treated nylon/polyester contrast stitching

F
F · High PFAS

Moderate concern, water-repellent coating treatment likely present but unspecified; Matuse provides no PFAS transparency.

Waterproof or stain-proof treatment

CHLOE FULL JOHN 8S

Matuse

CHLOE FULL JOHN 8S

Neoprene full-body wetsuit/rashguard

F
F · High PFAS

Moderate PFAS risk from likely water-repellent coating treatment; Matuse lacks public disclosure on chemical inputs.

Waterproof or stain-proof treatment

HOPLITE 3/2MM XLT

Matuse

HOPLITE 3/2MM XLT

Neoprene wetsuit, 3/2mm thickness

F
F · High PFAS

Skip unless Matuse confirms PFAS-free; wetsuits often use water-repellent coating treatments that may contain PFAS.

Waterproof or stain-proof treatment

DIANA 2MM LONG SLEEVE SPRING BACK-ZIP 2

Matuse

DIANA 2MM LONG SLEEVE SPRING BACK-ZIP 2

Neoprene or synthetic rubber back-zip, likely water-repellent coating-coated nylon/polyester exterior

F
F · High PFAS

Spring wetsuits often use legacy water-repellent coating coatings, check Matuse's current water-repellent specs before buying.

Waterproof or stain-proof treatment

Whs Tumo 4/3MM

Matuse

Whs Tumo 4/3MM

Neoprene wetsuit (4/3mm thickness)

F
F · High PFAS

Skip until brand confirms or third-party tests, neoprene wetsuits often use PFAS-based water-repellent coating coatings.

Waterproof or stain-proof treatment

MIRIAM 2/1 MM REVERSIBLE LS SPRING PEACH 10

Matuse

MIRIAM 2/1 MM REVERSIBLE LS SPRING PEACH 10

Neoprene wetsuit spring (likely water-repellent coating-treated nylon/spandex blend)

F
F · High PFAS

Skip until brand clarifies water-repellent coating chemistry, neoprene wetsuits commonly use PFAS water treatments.

Waterproof or stain-proof treatment

WHS APOLLO 2MM SHORT SLEEVE FULL CHEST ZIP S

Matuse

WHS APOLLO 2MM SHORT SLEEVE FULL CHEST ZIP S

Neoprene/wetsuit blend with water-repellent coating finish

F
F · High PFAS

Skip unless Matuse discloses water-repellent coating chemistry, neoprene wetsuits commonly use PFAS water repellents.

Waterproof or stain-proof treatment

Mystic Star Fullsuit 3/2mm Bzip

Mystic

Star Fullsuit 3/2mm Bzip

Neoprene/synthetic rubber with water-repellent coating

F
F · High PFAS

Skip until Mystic discloses water-repellent coating chemistry or test results.

Waterproof or stain-proof treatment

Aqua Lung Hydroflex 3mm Men's Wetsuit

Aqualung

Aqua Lung Hydroflex 3mm Men's Wetsuit

Neoprene or neoprene-blend rubber with water-repellent coating

F
F · High PFAS

Moderate concern; neoprene wetsuits often use fluorinated water-repellent coating finishes, but Aqualung makes no public disclosure, skip if PFAS-avoidance is priority.

Waterproof or stain-proof treatment

Aqua Lung Aquaflex 3mm Men

Aqualung

Aqua Lung Aquaflex 3mm Men

Neoprene rubber with nylon liner

F
F · High PFAS

Typical wetsuit without PFAS disclosure, moderate caution warranted.

Waterproof or stain-proof treatment

Aqua Lung Wetsuit Aqualung Dynaflex

Aqualung

Aqua Lung Wetsuit Aqualung Dynaflex

Neoprene or neoprene-blend with water-repellent coating finish

F
F · High PFAS

Typical wetsuit with water-repellent coating; PFAS risk unconfirmed but water-repellent coating treatments commonly contain PFAS, skip if PFAS-concerned.

Waterproof or stain-proof treatment

Aqua Lung Men's HydroFlex 1mm Wetsuit

Aqualung

Aqua Lung Men's HydroFlex 1mm Wetsuit

Neoprene/synthetic rubber with unspecified water-resistant coating

F
F · High PFAS

Moderate PFAS risk due to unspecified water-repellent coating treatment on a water-sport garment; Aqualung has not publicly disclosed PFAS-free status.

Waterproof or stain-proof treatment

Aqualung Men's 3mm Fitflex Jacket Wetsuit

Aqualung

Men's 3mm Fitflex Jacket Wetsuit

Neoprene or neoprene-blend with water-repellent coating (water-repellent coating) treatment

F
F · High PFAS

Moderate caution: Aqualung does not disclose PFAS use in water-repellent coating treatments on this wetsuit.

Waterproof or stain-proof treatment

Aqua Lung Hydroflex 3mm Women's Wetsuit

Aqualung

Aqua Lung Hydroflex 3mm Women's Wetsuit

Neoprene rubber with proprietary water-resistant coating

F
F · High PFAS

Skip or contact Aqualung for coating transparency, wetsuits use water-repellent coating treatments that often contain PFAS.

Waterproof or stain-proof treatment

Aqualung Men's AquaFlex Dive Wetsuit

Aqualung

Men's AquaFlex Dive Wetsuit

Neoprene and nylon with water-repellent coating finish

F
F · High PFAS

Skip until Aqualung discloses water-repellent coating chemistry or switches to PFAS-free coatings.

Waterproof or stain-proof treatment

Aqualung Men's Diving Wetsuit

Aqualung

Men's Diving Wetsuit

Neoprene or nylon/spandex blend with water-repellent coating (water-repellent coating) coating

F
F · High PFAS

Skip until Aqualung discloses water-repellent coating treatment chemistry or certifies PFAS-free.

Waterproof or stain-proof treatment

Beuchat Optima Men's Wetsuit

Beuchat

Optima Men's Wetsuit

Neoprene or nylon with water-repellent coating treatment

F
F · High PFAS

Skip until brand discloses water-repellent coating chemistry; wetsuits commonly use PFAS-based waterproofing.

Waterproof or stain-proof treatment

Beuchat Optima Overall 3mm Wetsuit

Beuchat

Optima Overall 3mm Wetsuit

Neoprene/rubber 3mm wetsuit with likely water-repellent coating-treated outer laminate

F
F · High PFAS

Skip until brand discloses water-repellent coating chemistry or switch to untreated neoprene.

Waterproof or stain-proof treatment

Back zip wetsuit Beuchat Atoll 2 mm

Beuchat

Back zip wetsuit Beuchat Atoll 2 mm

Neoprene with unspecified waterproof/durable coatings

F
F · High PFAS

Skip until Beuchat discloses coating chemistry or provides PFAS testing.

Waterproof or stain-proof treatment

Wet suit Beuchat Aquatrek

Beuchat

Wet suit Beuchat Aquatrek

Neoprene or neoprene-blend with water-repellent coating finish

F
F · High PFAS

Skip until water-repellent coating treatment details clarified, wetsuits often use water-resistant coatings with unknown fluorochemistry.

Waterproof or stain-proof treatment

Beuchat Men's 1Dive Overall Wetsuit

Beuchat

Men's 1Dive Overall Wetsuit

Neoprene/rubber wetsuit with water-repellent treatment

F
F · High PFAS

Skip until brand discloses water-repellent coating chemistry, wetsuits commonly treated with PFAS.

Waterproof or stain-proof treatment

Diving jacket Beuchat Rocksea Trigocamo 5 mm

Beuchat

Diving jacket Beuchat Rocksea Trigocamo 5 mm

Neoprene diving suit, 5mm thickness

F
F · High PFAS

High uncertainty; neoprene diving suits often use water-repellent coating coatings that may contain PFAS, Beuchat makes no public disclosure.

Waterproof or stain-proof treatment

Beuchat Rocksea Pacific 1.5mm wetsuit

Beuchat

Rocksea Pacific 1.5mm wetsuit

Neoprene or nylon blend with water-repellent coating

F
F · High PFAS

Skip until manufacturer discloses coating chemistry, wetsuits routinely use PFAS-based water repellents.

Waterproof or stain-proof treatment

Beuchat Atoll CF Wetsuit

Beuchat

Atoll CF Wetsuit

Neoprene wetsuit with water-repellent coating treatment

F
F · High PFAS

Skip until Beuchat discloses or certifies water-repellent coating chemistry, neoprene wetsuits commonly use PFAS water-repellent finishes.

Waterproof or stain-proof treatment

Cressi Men's Wahoo Full Wetsuit

Cressi

Men's Wahoo Full Wetsuit

Neoprene rubber with water-resistant coating

F
F · High PFAS

Skip until Cressi clarifies water-repellent coating chemistry, neoprene wetsuits often use PFAS-based water treatments.

Waterproof or stain-proof treatment

Cressi Men's Fast Wetsuit

Cressi

Men's Fast Wetsuit

Neoprene or similar synthetic rubber with water-repellent coating treatment

F
F · High PFAS

High uncertainty, wetsuit water-repellent coating coatings often contain PFAS, but Cressi's specific formulation is undisclosed.

Waterproof or stain-proof treatment

Cressi Men's Bahia Flex Wetsuit

Cressi

Men's Bahia Flex Wetsuit

Neoprene/rubber with water-repellent coating-treated nylon/polyamide

F
F · High PFAS

Skip until Cressi discloses water-repellent coating chemistry or pursues third-party verification.

Waterproof or stain-proof treatment

Cressi Morea 3mm Wetsuit

Cressi

Morea 3mm Wetsuit

Neoprene wetsuit with water-repellent coating-treated nylon/spandex exterior

F
F · High PFAS

Medium PFAS risk due to water-repellent coating treatment; no brand transparency.

Waterproof or stain-proof treatment

Cressi Tokugawa Nylon Wetsuit

Cressi

Tokugawa Nylon Wetsuit

Nylon fabric with water-repellent coating (water-repellent coating) coating

F
F · High PFAS

Nylon wetsuits typically use water-repellent coating treatments; Cressi makes no public PFAS disclosure, higher caution warranted.

Waterproof or stain-proof treatment

Cressi Traje Facile Hf Ultraspan

Cressi

Traje Facile Hf Ultraspan

Neoprene/synthetic rubber wetsuit with Ultraspan stretch fiber blend

F
F · High PFAS

Insufficient brand transparency on PFAS use in synthetic stretch coatings, skip unless durability justifies the risk.

Waterproof or stain-proof treatment

Cressi 1mm Fast Men's Full Wetsuit

Cressi

1mm Fast Men's Full Wetsuit

Neoprene or similar synthetic rubber with water-repellent treatment

F
F · High PFAS

Typical neoprene wetsuit with likely water-repellent coating treatment; PFAS risk moderate but unconfirmed, no public disclosure from Cressi.

Waterproof or stain-proof treatment

Cressi Men's Maya Wetsuit

Cressi

Men's Maya Wetsuit

Neoprene or rubber blend with water-repellent coating treatment

F
F · High PFAS

Moderate concern: wetsuits commonly use PFAS-based water-repellent coating finishes, but Cressi discloses nothing.

Waterproof or stain-proof treatment

Dakine Men's Quantum Back Zip Full Wetsuit

Dakine

Men's Quantum Back Zip Full Wetsuit

Neoprene and nylon with water-repellent coating finish

F
F · High PFAS

Moderate concern: wetsuit water-repellent coating likely uses PFAS; Dakine does not disclose.

Waterproof or stain-proof treatment

Dakine Quantum Chest Zip Hooded Wetsuit

Dakine

Quantum Chest Zip Hooded Wetsuit

Neoprene or nylon with water-repellent coating water-repellent coating

F
F · High PFAS

Unknown PFAS risk; Dakine makes no public disclosure on water-repellent coating treatment chemistry.

Waterproof or stain-proof treatment

Dakine Men's Mission Zip Free Full Wetsuit

Dakine

Men's Mission Zip Free Full Wetsuit

Neoprene/nylon with water-repellent coating water-repellent coating

F
F · High PFAS

High uncertainty; wetsuits typically use water-repellent coatings with unknown PFAS status, contact Dakine for specifics.

Waterproof or stain-proof treatment

3/2mm Men's Dakine Quantum B/Z Fullsuit - Sealed - Black / XS

Dakine

3/2mm Men's Dakine Quantum B/Z Fullsuit - Sealed - Black / XS

Neoprene/rubber wetsuit with water-repellent coating-treated seams

F
F · High PFAS

Skip unless Dakine confirms PFAS-free water-repellent coating; wetsuit water-resistance historically uses PFAS.

Waterproof or stain-proof treatment

Dakine Quantum Chest Zip Shorty 2/2mm Wetsuit

Dakine

Quantum Chest Zip Shorty 2/2mm Wetsuit

Neoprene with water-repellent coating water-repellent treatment (likely PFAS-based)

F
F · High PFAS

Moderate PFAS risk due to water-repellent coating; Dakine does not publicly disclose chemistry.

Waterproof or stain-proof treatment

Dakine Men's Mission Chest Zip Hooded Wetsuit

Dakine

Men's Mission Chest Zip Hooded Wetsuit

Neoprene wetsuit with water-repellent coating treatment

F
F · High PFAS

Moderate concern due to typical water-repellent coating treatments on wetsuits; no brand disclosure available.

Waterproof or stain-proof treatment

Dakine Men's Quantum Back Zip Shorty Wetsuit

Dakine

Men's Quantum Back Zip Shorty Wetsuit

Neoprene/nylon blend with water-resistant coating

F
F · High PFAS

Lower confidence due to typical water-repellent coating finishes in wetsuits; Dakine has not publicly disclosed PFAS use or absence.

Waterproof or stain-proof treatment

Dakine Cyclone Zip Free Full Wetsuit

Dakine

Cyclone Zip Free Full Wetsuit

Neoprene/synthetic rubber with water-repellent coating (water-repellent coating) finish

F
F · High PFAS

water-repellent coating-coated wetsuits typically use PFAS, Dakine's silence on chemistry is a red flag.

Waterproof or stain-proof treatment

Rip Curl Men's Dawn Patrol 2/2 Chest Zip Springsuit

Dawn Patrol

Rip Curl Men's Dawn Patrol 2/2 Chest Zip Springsuit

Neoprene with water-repellent coating

F
F · High PFAS

Moderate concern, wetsuit water-repellent coating finishes commonly use PFAS, but Rip Curl discloses nothing publicly.

Waterproof or stain-proof treatment

Rip Curl Men's Dawn Patrol 4/3 Chest Zip Steamer Wetsuit

Dawn Patrol

Rip Curl Men's Dawn Patrol 4/3 Chest Zip Steamer Wetsuit

Neoprene/rubber with water-repellent coating

F
F · High PFAS

Moderate PFAS concern due to waterproofing coating; no transparency from brand.

Waterproof or stain-proof treatment

Rip Curl Dawn Patrol 2mm Chest Zip Wetsuit

Dawn Patrol

Rip Curl Dawn Patrol 2mm Chest Zip Wetsuit

Neoprene/rubber with water-repellent coating

F
F · High PFAS

Skip until brand discloses water-repellent coating chemistry, wetsuits commonly use PFAS water-repellents.

Waterproof or stain-proof treatment

Rip Curl Men's Dawn Patrol Chest Zip Wetsuit

Dawn Patrol

Rip Curl Men's Dawn Patrol Chest Zip Wetsuit

Neoprene/nylon blend with water-repellent coating (water-repellent coating) treatment, unknown fluorochemistry

F
F · High PFAS

Skip until Rip Curl discloses water-repellent coating chemistry or commits to PFAS-free wetsuits.

Waterproof or stain-proof treatment

Rip Curl Dawn Patrol 2mm Long Sleeve Chest-Zip Spring Wetsuit

Dawn Patrol

Rip Curl Dawn Patrol 2mm Long Sleeve Chest-Zip Spring Wetsuit

Neoprene or synthetic rubber with unspecified water-repellent treatment

F
F · High PFAS

Moderate PFAS risk due to typical water-repellent coating coatings in wetsuits; no brand transparency.

Waterproof or stain-proof treatment

Rip Curl Dawn Patrol Back-Zip Full Wetsuit

Dawn Patrol

Rip Curl Dawn Patrol Back-Zip Full Wetsuit

Neoprene/rubber with water-repellent coating finish

F
F · High PFAS

Skip until Rip Curl discloses or tests their water-repellent coating treatment, wetsuits commonly use PFAS water-resistance coatings.

Waterproof or stain-proof treatment

2.5mm Men's Hyperflex Access Springsuit

Hyperflex

2.5mm Men's Hyperflex Access Springsuit

Neoprene with water-repellent coating treatment

F
F · High PFAS

Moderate concern: neoprene wetsuits commonly use PFAS-based water-repellent coatings; Hyperflex makes no public PFAS disclosure.

Waterproof or stain-proof treatment

3/2mm Men's Hyperflex Access Fullsuit

Hyperflex

3/2mm Men's Hyperflex Access Fullsuit

Neoprene or neoprene-blend wetsuit with water-repellent coating-treated outer shell

F
F · High PFAS

Wetsuits typically use water-repellent coating coatings, skip unless Hyperflex discloses fluorine-free treatment.

Waterproof or stain-proof treatment

Hyperflex VYRL 2.5mm FZ Spring Suit - Jupiter WaterSports M - Black/Blue

Hyperflex

VYRL 2.5mm FZ Spring Suit - Jupiter WaterSports M - Black/Blue

Neoprene/rubber wetsuit with water-repellent treatment

F
F · High PFAS

Skip until Hyperflex discloses water-repellent coating chemistry or pursues PFAS-free certification.

Waterproof or stain-proof treatment

Men's Hyperflex Vyrl Fullsuit

Hyperflex

Men's Hyperflex Vyrl Fullsuit

Neoprene wetsuit with water-repellent coating surface treatment

F
F · High PFAS

Skip or contact Hyperflex directly, no PFAS transparency on a water-resistant product.

Waterproof or stain-proof treatment

4/3mm Junior's Hyperflex Vyrl Fullsuit

Hyperflex

4/3mm Junior's Hyperflex Vyrl Fullsuit

Neoprene or neoprene-blend wetsuit with unspecified water-repellent coating

F
F · High PFAS

Skip until Hyperflex discloses water-repellent coating chemistry or switches to PFAS-free waterproofing.

Waterproof or stain-proof treatment

5/4/3mm Men's HyperFlex Vyrl F/Z Hooded Fullsuit

Hyperflex

5/4/3mm Men's HyperFlex Vyrl F/Z Hooded Fullsuit

Neoprene and nylon with water-repellent coating (water-repellent coating) finish

F
F · High PFAS

Wetsuits typically use fluorocarbon water-repellent coating; Hyperflex makes no public PFAS disclosure, skip unless you confirm PFAS-free treatment.

Waterproof or stain-proof treatment

Hyperflex Men's Vyrl Chest Zip Fullsuit

Hyperflex

Men's Vyrl Chest Zip Fullsuit

Neoprene/rubber with water-repellent coating

F
F · High PFAS

Skip until brand discloses waterproofing chemistry, neoprene wetsuits commonly use fluorocarbon water-repellent coating treatments.

Waterproof or stain-proof treatment

Primus 2MM Short John

J*Lines

Primus 2MM Short John

Neoprene/rubber-based wetsuits typically use water-repellent coating or water-resistant coatings (composition unspecified)

F
F · High PFAS

Skip until brand discloses coating chemistry or confirms PFAS-free.

Waterproof or stain-proof treatment

Hyperflex VYRL 3/2mm FZ Fullsuit - Jupiter WaterSports 3XL - Black

J*Lines

Hyperflex VYRL 3/2mm FZ Fullsuit - Jupiter WaterSports 3XL - Black

Neoprene-blend wetsuit with waterproofing treatment (water-repellent coating)

F
F · High PFAS

Skip unless J*Lines discloses waterproofing chemistry, wetsuits commonly use PFAS-based water-repellent coating treatments.

Waterproof or stain-proof treatment

Custom-fit Beavertail Jacket with Farmer John

J*Lines

Custom-fit Beavertail Jacket with Farmer John

Canvas/cotton blend with water-resistant finish (likely water-repellent coating treated)

F
F · High PFAS

Skip until brand discloses water-repellent coating treatment chemistry.

Waterproof or stain-proof treatment

Jobe Detroit Men's Preshaped PWC Wetsuit

J*Lines

Jobe Detroit Men's Preshaped PWC Wetsuit

Neoprene or similar synthetic rubber wetsuit with waterproofing treatment

F
F · High PFAS

Wetsuits typically use water-repellent coatings; ask retailer about PFAS-free status before purchase.

Waterproof or stain-proof treatment

Xcel Comp+ 2mm Short Sleeve Chest-Zip Wetsuit

J*Lines

Xcel Comp+ 2mm Short Sleeve Chest-Zip Wetsuit

Neoprene with unspecified water-resistant coating

F
F · High PFAS

Skip until brand discloses water-repellent coating treatment chemistry.

Waterproof or stain-proof treatment

Adult Full Wetsuit

J*Lines

Adult Full Wetsuit

Neoprene or nylon/spandex blend with waterproof coating (composition unspecified)

F
F · High PFAS

Skip until brand discloses coating chemistry or pursue verified PFAS-free alternatives.

Waterproof or stain-proof treatment

Mystic Mens Star 5/3mm Back Zip Wetsuit

Mystic

Mens Star 5/3mm Back Zip Wetsuit

Neoprene/nylon with water-repellent coating

F
F · High PFAS

Skip or verify coating details, wetsuits typically use water-repellent coating treatments that may contain PFAS, and Mystic discloses nothing.

Waterproof or stain-proof treatment

Mystic Star 4/3mm GBS Back-Zip Fullsuit Wetsuit

Mystic

Star 4/3mm GBS Back-Zip Fullsuit Wetsuit

Neoprene with unspecified waterproof/water-repellent coating (water-repellent coating) coating

F
F · High PFAS

Wetsuit waterproofing raises PFAS concern; Mystic does not disclose coating chemistry.

Waterproof or stain-proof treatment

Mystic Marshall 5/3mm Front-Zip Fullsuit Wetsuit

Mystic

Marshall 5/3mm Front-Zip Fullsuit Wetsuit

Neoprene/limestone-based neoprene with stretch fabric, likely water-resistant coating

F
F · High PFAS

Water-resistant wetsuits carry PFAS risk; Mystic makes no public commitment either way, request transparency before buying.

Waterproof or stain-proof treatment

Mystic Brand Fullsuit 3/2mm Backzip Flatlock

Mystic

Brand Fullsuit 3/2mm Backzip Flatlock

Neoprene or nylon blend with water-repellent coating (water-repellent coating) coating

F
F · High PFAS

Wetsuits typically use water-repellent coating treatments, PFAS risk is real but undisclosed by Mystic.

Waterproof or stain-proof treatment

Mystic Majestic 4/3mm Front Zip Wetsuit

Mystic

Majestic 4/3mm Front Zip Wetsuit

Neoprene/nylon blend with water-repellent coating

F
F · High PFAS

Skip unless Mystic discloses water-repellent coating treatment chemistry, wetsuits commonly use PFAS-based water repellents.

Waterproof or stain-proof treatment

2022 Mystic The One Fullsuit Wetsuit 3/2 Zipfree

Mystic

2022 Mystic The One Fullsuit Wetsuit 3/2 Zipfree

Neoprene with water-repellent coating (water-repellent coating) coating

F
F · High PFAS

Skip until Mystic discloses water-repellent coating chemistry, wetsuits commonly use PFAS-based water treatments.

Waterproof or stain-proof treatment

Peak Men's Energy Back Zip Shorty Wetsuit

Peak Performance

Peak Men's Energy Back Zip Shorty Wetsuit

Neoprene or nylon with likely water-repellent coating finish

F
F · High PFAS

Skip until brand discloses water-repellent coating treatment chemistry.

Waterproof or stain-proof treatment

ZONE3 Vista Wetsuit

Peak Performance

ZONE3 Vista Wetsuit

Neoprene wetsuit with water-repellent coating-treated exterior

F
F · High PFAS

Skip until brand confirms water-repellent coating treatment is PFAS-free.

Waterproof or stain-proof treatment

Peak Energy 3/2mm Fl Wetsuit Steamer Black And Navy Size Adult Xl

Peak Performance

Peak Energy 3/2mm Fl Wetsuit Steamer Black And Navy Size Adult Xl

Neoprene/rubber steamer wetsuit with unspecified water-repellent coating

F
F · High PFAS

Skip until Peak Performance discloses water-repellent coating chemistry, wetsuits routinely use PFAS coatings.

Waterproof or stain-proof treatment

Performance Wetsuit

Peak Performance

Performance Wetsuit

Neoprene or similar synthetic rubber/nylon blend with unspecified water-repellent coating

F
F · High PFAS

Skip until Peak Performance discloses water-repellent coating chemistry, wetsuits are high-risk for PFAS water repellency.

Waterproof or stain-proof treatment

Peak Wetsuits Men's Ss Springsuit

Peak Performance

Peak Wetsuits Men's Ss Springsuit

Neoprene or synthetic rubber with water-repellent coating (type unspecified)

F
F · High PFAS

Skip until brand discloses water-repellent coating chemistry, wetsuits commonly use PFAS-based water repellents.

Waterproof or stain-proof treatment

Xcel Men's Comp X Full Wetsuit

Peak Performance

Xcel Men's Comp X Full Wetsuit

Neoprene/synthetic rubber with water-repellent coating treatment

F
F · High PFAS

Skip until Peak Performance discloses water-repellent coating chemistry, wetsuits commonly use PFAS water-repellency.

Waterproof or stain-proof treatment

Xcel Comp+ 2mm Short Sleeve Chest-Zip Wetsuit

Peak Performance

Xcel Comp+ 2mm Short Sleeve Chest-Zip Wetsuit

Neoprene/nylon blend wetsuit with water-resistant coating

F
F · High PFAS

Skip until Peak Performance discloses water-repellent coating chemistry; wetsuits commonly use PFAS-based water treatment.

Waterproof or stain-proof treatment

Phelps Phantom 2.0 Wetsuit

Peak Performance

Phelps Phantom 2.0 Wetsuit

Neoprene and nylon with water-repellent coating

F
F · High PFAS

Moderate PFAS risk from water-repellent coating treatment; ask manufacturer directly before buying.

Waterproof or stain-proof treatment

Hyperflex Women's Vyrl F/Z Fullsuit

Rab

Hyperflex Women's Vyrl F/Z Fullsuit

Neoprene/rubber blend with water-repellent treatment

F
F · High PFAS

Skip until Rab discloses water-repellent coating chemistry; wetsuits commonly use PFAS-based water repellents.

Waterproof or stain-proof treatment

Blue Seventy Men's Reaction Sleeveless Wetsuit

Rab

Blue Seventy Men's Reaction Sleeveless Wetsuit

Neoprene wetsuit with water-repellent coating (water-repellent coating) treatment

F
F · High PFAS

Skip until Rab clarifies water-repellent coating chemistry; wetsuits commonly use PFAS-based water repellents.

Waterproof or stain-proof treatment

Men's Hyperflex Vyrl Fullsuit

Rab

Men's Hyperflex Vyrl Fullsuit

neoprene/synthetic rubber with water-repellent coating treatment

F
F · High PFAS

Wetsuits typically use PFAS-based water repellents; Rab provides no transparency on treatment chemistry, skip unless durability makes secondhand viable.

Waterproof or stain-proof treatment

Bare Men's Reactive Full Wetsuit

Rab

Bare Men's Reactive Full Wetsuit

Neoprene/rubber wetsuit with water-repellent coating (water-repellent coating) treatment

F
F · High PFAS

Typical wetsuit with waterproofing history; Rab makes no PFAS disclosure, medium concern, consider asking.

Waterproof or stain-proof treatment

Bare Men's Revel Fullsuit

Rab

Bare Men's Revel Fullsuit

Nylon/polyester blend with water-repellent coating treatment

F
F · High PFAS

Skip until Rab discloses water-repellent coating chemistry, wetsuits routinely use PFAS-based coatings.

Waterproof or stain-proof treatment

RB1 1mm Wetsuit Top JOB

Rab

RB1 1mm Wetsuit Top JOB

Neoprene wetsuit with likely water-repellent coating

F
F · High PFAS

Silent on PFAS; typical wetsuit water-repellent coating treatments often contain PFAS, contact Rab for specifics before buying.

Waterproof or stain-proof treatment

Reactive Wetsuit - BARE 5mm for Ultimate Comfort and Flexibility MLS / BLACK

Rab

Reactive Wetsuit - BARE 5mm for Ultimate Comfort and Flexibility MLS / BLACK

Neoprene/synthetic rubber with unknown water-repellent coating

F
F · High PFAS

Skip or contact Rab directly, no public PFAS disclosure for this wetsuit.

Waterproof or stain-proof treatment

Full wetsuit Labrax Falcon - 5 mm

Rab

Full wetsuit Labrax Falcon - 5 mm

Neoprene/rubber with unspecified waterproof treatment

F
F · High PFAS

Skip or contact brand, wetsuits commonly use PFAS-based water-repellent coating, and Rab discloses nothing.

Waterproof or stain-proof treatment

Rip Curl Dawn Patrol Chest Zip Wetsuit

Ripcurl

Rip Curl Dawn Patrol Chest Zip Wetsuit

Neoprene/nylon with water-resistant coating

F
F · High PFAS

Skip unless Ripcurl discloses their water-repellent coating treatment, standard wetsuit coatings often contain PFAS.

Waterproof or stain-proof treatment

Rip Curl Men's Dawn Patrol 2/2 Chest Zip Springsuit

Ripcurl

Rip Curl Men's Dawn Patrol 2/2 Chest Zip Springsuit

Neoprene/rubber wetsuit with water-repellent coating woven outer layer

F
F · High PFAS

Skip unless Rip Curl discloses water-repellent coating chemistry; wetsuits commonly use fluorocarbon water-repellents.

Waterproof or stain-proof treatment

Rip Curl Dawn Patrol 2mm Long Sleeve Chest-Zip Spring Wetsuit

Ripcurl

Rip Curl Dawn Patrol 2mm Long Sleeve Chest-Zip Spring Wetsuit

Neoprene or nylon/polyester with unspecified waterproof/flexible coating

F
F · High PFAS

Skip unless Rip Curl discloses coating chemistry; wetsuits often use PFAS-based water-repellent coating treatments.

Waterproof or stain-proof treatment

Rip Curl Men's Dawn Patrol 4/3 Chest Zip Steamer Wetsuit

Ripcurl

Rip Curl Men's Dawn Patrol 4/3 Chest Zip Steamer Wetsuit

neoprene/rubber with unspecified water-repellent coating

F
F · High PFAS

Skip until Rip Curl discloses water-repellent coating chemistry or switches to PFAS-free water-repellent treatments.

Waterproof or stain-proof treatment

Rip Curl Men's Dawn Patrol 4/3 Back Zip Steamer Wetsuit

Ripcurl

Rip Curl Men's Dawn Patrol 4/3 Back Zip Steamer Wetsuit

Neoprene or synthetic rubber with waterproof/thermal coating

F
F · High PFAS

Wetsuits typically use water-repellent coating coatings; Rip Curl has not disclosed PFAS absence, proceed with caution.

Waterproof or stain-proof treatment

Rip Curl Flashbomb Chest Zip Fullsuit Wetsuit

Ripcurl

Rip Curl Flashbomb Chest Zip Fullsuit Wetsuit

Neoprene/rubber wetsuit with unspecified waterproof coating

F
F · High PFAS

Skip until Rip Curl discloses waterproof treatment chemistry, wetsuits often use PFAS-based water-repellent coating.

Waterproof or stain-proof treatment

Rip Curl E-Bomb 4/3 Zip Free Wetsuit

Ripcurl

Rip Curl E-Bomb 4/3 Zip Free Wetsuit

Neoprene/synthetic rubber with water-repellent coating water-repellent coating

F
F · High PFAS

Skip or contact Rip Curl directly, no PFAS disclosure on a water-repellent coating-coated wetsuit.

Waterproof or stain-proof treatment

Rip Curl Women's Dawn Patrol 4/3 Back Zip Wetsuit

Ripcurl

Rip Curl Women's Dawn Patrol 4/3 Back Zip Wetsuit

Neoprene or neoprene-blend wetsuit with unspecified water-repellent coating

F
F · High PFAS

Skip until Rip Curl discloses water-repellent coating chemistry or switches to PFAS-free treatment.

Waterproof or stain-proof treatment

O'Neill Women's Hyperfreak Full-Zip Long-Sleeve Surfsuit

Surfit

O'Neill Women's Hyperfreak Full-Zip Long-Sleeve Surfsuit

Neoprene and polyester blend with waterproof water-repellent coating treatment

F
F · High PFAS

Skip until brand discloses water-repellent coating chemistry, wetsuits commonly use PFAS-based water repellency.

Waterproof or stain-proof treatment

Surfing Wetsuit

Surfit

Surfing Wetsuit

Neoprene/rubber blend with unspecified water-repellent coating

F
F · High PFAS

Skip until transparency improves, wetsuit water-repellent finishes commonly use PFAS; Surfit offers no disclosure.

Waterproof or stain-proof treatment

Xcel Men's Comp + Long Sleeve Spring Wetsuit 2/1.5mm

Surfit

Xcel Men's Comp + Long Sleeve Spring Wetsuit 2/1.5mm

Neoprene/rubber wetsuit with water-repellent treatment

F
F · High PFAS

Skip until brand discloses water-repellent coating chemistry; neoprene wetsuits commonly use PFAS water-repellents.

Waterproof or stain-proof treatment

Rip Curl Men's Dawn Patrol Back Zip Springsuit

Surfit

Rip Curl Men's Dawn Patrol Back Zip Springsuit

Neoprene/nylon blend with water-repellent coating

F
F · High PFAS

Moderate concern: wetsuits typically use water-repellent coating treatments that often contain PFAS; Rip Curl/Surfit discloses nothing.

Waterproof or stain-proof treatment

Shield 3.3 Zipfree Fullsuit Wetsuit

Surfit

Shield 3.3 Zipfree Fullsuit Wetsuit

Neoprene or synthetic rubber with unspecified water-resistant coating

F
F · High PFAS

Skip until brand discloses water-repellent coating treatment chemistry, wetsuits commonly use PFAS-based coatings.

Waterproof or stain-proof treatment

O'Neill Hyperfreak 4/3+mm Chest Zip Full Wetsuit

Surfit

O'Neill Hyperfreak 4/3+mm Chest Zip Full Wetsuit

Neoprene + water-repellent coating-treated nylon chest zip

F
F · High PFAS

Typical wetsuit with undisclosed water-repellent treatment; PFAS risk unclear without brand transparency.

Waterproof or stain-proof treatment

Eco Neoprene Surf Wetsuit – The Mentawai, Cherry Red / XS

Surfit

Eco Neoprene Surf Wetsuit – The Mentawai, Cherry Red / XS

Neoprene with unspecified water-resistant coating/treatment

F
F · High PFAS

Skip until brand discloses coating chemistry, neoprene wetsuits commonly use water-repellent coating treatments that may contain PFAS.

Waterproof or stain-proof treatment

Men's 2mm Short Sleeve Leg Surfing Wetsuit Springsuit

Surfit

Men's 2mm Short Sleeve Leg Surfing Wetsuit Springsuit

neoprene with unspecified waterproofing/drying treatment

F
F · High PFAS

Skip unless brand discloses water-repellent coating chemistry; neoprene wetsuits often use PFAS-based water treatments.

Waterproof or stain-proof treatment

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