Salomon · Synthetic Athletic Wear
Salomon Men's Sense Aero Hybrid Half-Zip Hoodie
Hybrid hoodie likely has water-repellent coating treatment; Salomon does not disclose PFAS status.
This hybrid hoodie uses polyester with water-repellent coating finish, typical of outdoor apparel. Salomon provides no public PFAS disclosure for this product or line.
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Material
polyester blend with water-repellent coating finish
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 hoodie is a polyester blend (polyester primary fiber) with a water-repellent coating (water-repellent coating) finish applied to the outer surface. Polyester itself is chemically stable during wear, but the water-repellent coating treatment is the concern: these finishes historically relied on long-chain PFAS compounds to repel water, though newer fluorine-free alternatives exist. The specific chemistry of Salomon's water-repellent coating formula is not publicly disclosed, making the PFAS content a significant unknown.
The brand's record and disclosure
Salomon (owned by Amer Sports, now part of a larger conglomerate) does not publish detailed chemical disclosures or PFAS commitment statements comparable to brands like Patagonia or Arc'teryx. The company has not faced major textile-safety recalls or legal action on record for this product line. Industry consensus is that Salomon products in the mid-to-premium price range often incorporate water-repellent coating, but transparency on whether it is PFAS-based or fluorine-free remains absent from public marketing.
How it compares in its category
This hybrid hoodie sits in the performance athletic wear segment, where water-repellent coating treatment is industry standard for weather resistance. Competitors like Nike Dri-Fit and The North Face similarly apply water-repellent coating without explicit PFAS disclosure; Patagonia and Arc'teryx have made stronger commitments to PFAS-free alternatives and publish it. Salomon's silence puts it in a larger grey zone where water-repellent coating presence is likely but chemical identity is opaque compared to the most transparent brands.
If you buy it
Wash separately in cold water on gentle cycle before first wear to remove loose dyes and finish residue. Avoid high heat (tumble dry on low or air dry); heat can compromise water-repellent coating and potentially mobilize any finishes. Expect water-repellent coating to degrade over 50-100 washes, at which point water beading will diminish naturally. Do not dry clean; use mild detergent and avoid fabric softeners, which degrade water repellency.
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 finish
water-repellent coating coatings on polyester outerwear commonly contain PFAS; Salomon does not disclose formula, so legacy long-chain PFAS cannot be ruled out. This is the primary chemical concern for this product and is graded separately (20/100 safety).
Azo dyes and colorant allergens
Polyester apparel can be dyed with azo compounds, some of which release aromatic amines under sweat or heat. No specific recalls or testing for this Salomon model are on record, but risk exists in colored polyester garments; pre-washing mitigates exposure.
Formaldehyde resins in synthetic finishes
water-repellent coating and other performance finishes sometimes use formaldehyde-releasing resins for durability. Salomon does not declare use or absence; off-gassing is typically minimal in finished garments but possible in new items before first wash.
Antimony in polyester fibers
Antimony trioxide is a common polymerization catalyst in polyester production and can leach in trace amounts; no established health risk at typical exposure levels from clothing, and no specific Salomon product recalls on record.
Microplastic shedding during wear and wash
Polyester garments shed microfibers with every wash and wear cycle. This is an environmental concern rather than direct health hazard to the wearer, but relevant for consumers concerned about microplastic accumulation.
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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