PFAS score
Gore-Tex · Rain Jackets
Lightweight GORE-TEX Shell Jacket
Lower-concern option among waterproof apparel, but PFAS use is inherent to the technology.
GORE-TEX's ePTFE membrane is a Teflon-family coating, a synthetic PFAS-containing material, and the fabric typically receives PFC-based water-repellent coating (water-repellent coating) finish. GORE-TEX does not claim PFAS-free status and does not disclose specific water-repellent coating chemistry on consumer labels.
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Material
Expanded Teflon-type coating (ePTFE) membrane with PFC waterproof/breathable finish
Brand disclosure
Brand is silent on PFAS
Lab data
No public lab test
Why this grade
Fluoropolymer detected
A Teflon-family coating was identified.
Category baseline
clothing is a category where PFAS exposure is more common.
What we don’t know
This grade is a model-based estimate from public materials, coatings, and brand disclosure at 72% 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.
Safer alternatives in Rain Jackets
Patagonia
Men's Torrentshell 3L Rain Jacket
Recycled polyester with PFC-free water-repellent coating finish
Lower PFAS concern; Patagonia has publicly transitioned Torrentshell to PFC-free water-repellent coating, but independent verification remains limited.
⚠Waterproof or stain-proof treatment
Patagonia
Women's Torrentshell 3L Rain Parka
Nylon with polyurethane water-repellent coating (fluorocarbon-free)
Lower-concern choice; Patagonia has publicly committed to and implemented PFC-free water-repellent coating, with Bluesign partnership verification.
⚠Waterproof or stain-proof treatment
Everlane
EverPuff
Polyester/nylon blend with synthetic down alternative fill
Lower concern for a synthetic puffer, but Everlane provides no PFAS transparency, ask them directly.
⚠Risky category by default
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