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Pelican iM2750 Storm Case
Waterproof storage case; PFAS risk unclear without material disclosure.
Pelican iM2750 is a rugged hard case with waterproof sealing, likely using water-repellent coating or polyurethane treatments. Brand provides no PFAS information; contact manufacturer for coating specifics.
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Material
Polypropylene shell with waterproof seal
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
other 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
The Pelican iM2750 uses injection-molded polypropylene (PP) for the shell, a thermoplastic chosen for rigidity, chemical resistance, and cost-efficiency in protective cases. Polypropylene does not leach BPA, phthalates, or other endocrine disruptors under normal storage conditions at room temperature. The waterproof gasket seal is the primary concern: manufacturers typically use elastomers or polyurethane compounds that may contain PFAS-based water repellents to achieve water resistance, though Pelican has not publicly disclosed the exact formulation.
The brand's record and disclosure
Pelican Products is a long-established U.S. manufacturer known for professional-grade protective equipment with no major product recalls or chemical safety controversies in public records. The company does not publish material safety datasheets or PFAS disclosure statements for consumer cases, reflecting an industry-wide gap in transparency for hard storage goods. Pelican holds no third-party certifications (such as Cradle to Cradle or OEKO-TEX) that would signal commitment to chemical vetting.
How it compares in its category
Hard-sided storage cases inherently pose lower chemical risks than soft-sided luggage or fabric storage because polypropylene is inert and does not off-gas volatile organics like furniture foam or carpet backing materials. Most competitors in the rigid case market (Pelican, Storm Case, Nanuk) use identical PP shell construction, making material chemistry largely equivalent across brands. The differentiation lies in gasket formulation and waterproofing method, which remain largely undisclosed across the category.
If you buy it
Store the case at room temperature and avoid sustained exposure to direct sunlight or heat above 60 degrees Celsius, as high temperatures could theoretically accelerate polymer aging or gasket material breakdown. Do not store food, potable water, or items for skin contact long-term without a food-safe liner, as the gasket materials are not certified food-contact safe. Inspect the seal annually for cracking or discoloration; replace if damaged to maintain waterproof integrity. Rinse gaskets with fresh water after saltwater exposure to prevent salt-induced material degradation.
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.”
Polypropylene microplastic shedding
Polypropylene shells do not shed microplastics under normal use at room temperature. Risk only appears if case is heated, crushed, or deliberately degraded.
Gasket material degradation and leachate
Waterproof gaskets typically use elastomers (nitrile, EPDM, or polyurethane) that may contain proprietary additives or plasticizers. Pelican does not disclose gasket chemistry, so residual monomer or additive leaching into stored items cannot be ruled out over years of use, though this is not a reported issue.
Volatile organic compound (VOC) off-gassing
Injection-molded polypropylene cases emit minimal VOCs when new. Any odor typically dissipates within days and does not indicate a chemical hazard.
Heavy metal traces in pigments or UV stabilizers
No recalls or testing data document heavy metal contamination in Pelican cases. Polypropylene stabilizers are typically calcium-based or hindered amine light stabilizers (HALS), not cadmium or lead compounds.
PFAS in waterproof sealant and gasket
Waterproof seals in hard cases often rely on PFAS-based water repellents or Teflon-family coating coatings (classified separately by user request); Pelican has not disclosed whether the iM2750 gasket is PFAS-free or contains legacy compounds like PFOA.
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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