Regatta · Children's Rainwear & Rain Boots
Regatta Kids Waterproof Jacket Cheap Raincoat Black 2 Years
Skip until Regatta discloses water-repellent coating chemistry or certifies PFAS-free
Regatta waterproof jackets typically use water-repellent coating coatings, but the brand provides no public disclosure of PFAS content or safer alternatives. Lab testing data is unavailable for this product.
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Material
polyester with water-repellent coating (water-repellent coating) 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 of unspecified chemistry. Polyester itself is stable, but water-repellent coating coatings on budget garments are often applied using either legacy PFAS-based formulations or newer alternatives whose safety records are less established. The coating's exact composition is not disclosed by Regatta on the product label or public technical sheets reviewed. Budget raincoats typically also use azo dyes for color fastness, which can degrade into aromatic amines under perspiration, friction, or laundering stress, particularly concerning for children's skin contact.
The brand's record and disclosure
Regatta, a UK-based outdoor brand owned by Pentland Brands, does not publicly disclose water-repellent coating chemistry or PFAS status on product pages or sustainability reports accessible to consumers. The company has not obtained third-party certifications (such as OEKO-TEX, Bluesign, or PFAS-free guarantees) for this product line. No recalls or safety controversies specific to Regatta children's raincoats have been published in major safety databases, but the absence of transparency around water-repellent coating composition limits independent hazard assessment.
How it compares in its category
Budget children's raincoats (under GBP 30) typically prioritize cost over material transparency and often lack third-party testing. Mid-range alternatives from brands like Craghoppers or higher-end children's outdoor brands (e.g., Patagonia Kids) publish water-repellent coating chemistry or commit to PFAS avoidance. Regatta sits in the budget segment where water-repellent coating coatings are least likely to be disclosed; comparable price-point garments from unspecified water-repellent coating sources carry similar assessment uncertainty.
If you buy it
Wash the jacket separately on cold water before first wear to reduce loose dye transfer and any residual coating particles. Do not machine dry or iron, as heat can stress the water-repellent coating and increase off-gassing. Inspect seams and coating annually for peeling or degradation; replace if the coating visibly flakes or tears, as this increases microfiber shedding. Minimize tumble drying and avoid high-temperature washing, which can break down both the polyester and the water-repellent coating layer prematurely.
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.”
Azo dyes and amine release
Polyester garments, especially budget items, commonly use azo dyes for black coloring. Under sweat, friction, or repeated washing, these can degrade into aromatic amines; not tested for this specific product but a known concern in untested children's textiles.
Unspecified water-repellent coating composition
Regatta does not disclose whether the water-repellent coating is PFAS-based, fluorocarbon-free, or wax-based. Budget raincoats often retain legacy PFAS or use newer alternatives with incomplete safety data; this opacity makes hazard assessment incomplete.
Microfiber shedding from coating degradation
Budget water-repellent coating coatings on polyester degrade faster under washing and wear; peeling or flaking releases microplastics. No testing reported for this product, but typical of low-cost water-repellent textiles.
Formaldehyde-releasing resins in finishing
Children's polyester garments sometimes use formaldehyde-based dyes or sizing resins for shrink resistance and color lock. Not confirmed for this product, but common in budget textile manufacturing and a known irritant risk for sensitive skin.
Lead or heavy metals in pigments
No recalls or testing data suggest lead contamination in Regatta children's raincoats; this is not a reported concern for this brand or product class at present.
What we don’t know
This grade is a model-based estimate from public materials, coatings, and brand disclosure at 45% 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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Polyester blend with water/wind-resistant coating, composition unspecified
Skip until Gap discloses coating chemistry and PFAS status.
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