Adidas · Children's Rainwear & Rain Boots
adidas Kids Waterproof Rain Jacket
Waterproof kids jacket, water-repellent coating likely contains PFAS, no disclosure.
Adidas does not disclose PFAS content in this rain jacket. Waterproof water-repellent coating finishes on children's apparel typically contain fluorinated compounds, though specific chemistry is unknown here.
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Material
polyester with waterproof water-repellent coating, composition unspecified
Brand disclosure
Brand is silent on PFAS
Lab data
No public lab test
Why this grade
Waterproof / stain-resistant treatment
water-repellent coating treatments have historically used PFAS.
Category baseline
clothing is a category where PFAS exposure is more common.
No PFAS disclosure
No public statement about PFAS in this product.
The full breakdown
What it's made of and why it matters
This jacket is polyester with a water-repellent coating (water-repellent coating) coating applied to the outer layer. water-repellent coating coatings on children's rain jackets historically rely on fluorinated compounds (PFAS) to achieve water shedding without waterproof membranes, though some manufacturers have shifted to fluorine-free alternatives. Adidas has not disclosed the specific chemistry of their water-repellent coating treatment on this product, leaving the PFAS status uncertain. Polyester itself is stable and does not leach chemicals during normal wear, but the coating is where chemical exposure risk concentrates.
The brand's record and disclosure
Adidas has made public commitments to reduce PFAS in apparel and footwear by 2024, but implementation varies by product line and the company has not provided transparent testing data or third-party certification for most children's outerwear. No specific recalls or regulatory actions against Adidas rain jackets for chemical hazards are on record. The brand's silence on this particular product's water-repellent coating chemistry is typical of the industry but falls short of the transparency offered by some competitors (e.g., Patagonia's explicit fluorine-free claims).
How it compares in its category
Most mainstream children's rain jackets use polyester with fluorinated water-repellent coating, so this product is not an outlier. Alternatives include jackets with fluorine-free water-repellent coating (increasingly available from outdoor brands) or those using waterproof membranes instead of surface coatings. Budget rain jackets typically disclose even less than Adidas; premium outdoor brands often label 'PFAS-free' explicitly. This Adidas jacket sits in the middle: mainstream, unverified on PFAS, but made by a brand with stated reduction goals.
If you buy it
Wash before first wear to reduce any residual finish chemicals. Use cool water and mild detergent; avoid fabric softeners and high heat drying, which can degrade the water-repellent coating and potentially release compounds. Re-treat with a fluorine-free water-repellent coating spray after 5-10 washes if water stops beading on the fabric. Monitor the coating for peeling or discoloration; if visible degradation occurs, discontinue use of the jacket to minimize potential exposure to coating particles. Hand washing extends the life of the coating significantly.
Beyond PFAS: other things we checked
Established hazard classes for this product type, assessed from public information. These never change the PFAS grade; a Likely flag caps the Verdict at “Buy with care.”
PFAS in water-repellent coating (covered separately in PFAS grade)
Waterproof water-repellent coating coatings on children's rain jackets commonly contain fluorinated compounds unless explicitly labeled otherwise; Adidas has not disclosed the chemistry of this product's treatment.
Formaldehyde resins in dyes or finishes
Polyester textiles can contain formaldehyde-releasing resins in the dyeing or fabric-finishing process, but no known issues are documented for standard Adidas apparel. Washing before wear reduces any residual formaldehyde.
Azo dyes
Adidas adheres to ZDHC Gateway and Bluesign standards in most product lines, which restrict harmful azo dyes. No recalls or violations specific to this product line are on record.
Antimony in polyester
Antimony is a catalyst used in polyester manufacturing and residual amounts can remain in fabric. At typical consumer exposure levels it poses negligible risk, and no documented health incidents link Adidas polyester apparel to antimony exposure.
water-repellent coating degradation and particle shedding
As the water-repellent coating wears with repeated washing, small particles or finish fragments may shed. If the coating contains PFAS, this could increase dermal or inhalation exposure; use of fluorine-free water-repellent coating reapplication can mitigate this concern.
What we don’t know
This grade is a model-based estimate from public materials, coatings, and brand disclosure at 35% confidence. It is not a lab result.
No independent PFAS lab test is on record for this exact product. A lab test could move the score in either direction.
The brand has not made a specific, verifiable PFAS-free statement, so part of this score reflects that missing disclosure rather than a confirmed material.
Formulations and coatings change between production runs. Always check the current label before buying.
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⚠Waterproof or stain-proof treatment
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