Think Tank Photo Review, Is Think Tank Photo Non-Toxic?
Across 9 graded products, Think Tank Photo averages Poor (45/100). On disclosure, the brand says nothing publicly about PFAS. 1 of its products grade Good or better. Grades are model-based estimates, not lab results.
PFAS Authority is a scoring system, not a laboratory. We do not test products ourselves. Grades are model-based, built from published ingredients, materials, certifications, brand disclosures and third-party lab results where they exist. See the rubric.
Does Think Tank Photo have PFAS, by category
Worth buying from Think Tank Photo Good or better, best-graded first
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Think Tank Digital Holster 5 V3
Ballistic nylon, weather-sealed fabric, metal hardware
Undisclosed water-repellent coating chemistry
Weather-sealed fabric treatment is not disclosed by manufacturer. Historically…
Coating degradation over time
Weather-sealing treatments degrade with UV exposure, heat, and humidity. As coating…
Camera holster with weather treatment; PFAS status undisclosed.
⚠Brand says nothing about PFAS
Graded and flagged Poor and Bad, we’d swap these
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Think Tank Emergency Rain Cover
Nylon ripstop with waterproof coating, composition unspecified
Unspecified waterproof coating chemistry
The coating type (polyurethane, PVC, or Teflon-family coating) is not disclosed.…
Volatile organic compound (VOC) off-gassing
New nylon ripstop fabrics and their coatings may off-gas odors and low levels of solvents…
Coating degradation and microparticle release
As the waterproof coating ages or is flexed repeatedly, it may flake or shed particles.…
Mildew and bacterial growth (maintenance failure)
If stored wet or in humid conditions, nylon ripstop can harbor mold and bacteria. This is…
Rain cover needs waterproofing; brand silent on PFAS.
⚠Waterproof or stain-proof treatment
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Think Tank Hydrophobia D 70-200 Rain Cover
Nylon ripstop fabric with water-repellent coating water-repellent coating
water-repellent coating composition (fluorine-based or fluorine-free unknown)
Think Tank does not specify whether the water-repellent coating uses legacy PFAS…
Mold and bacterial growth from moisture retention
If stored wet or in humid conditions for extended periods, nylon fabric can support…
Coating adhesion loss over time
water-repellent coating coatings on nylon naturally degrade with UV exposure and repeated…
Waterproof rain cover; water-repellent coating details unspecified by brand.
⚠Waterproof or stain-proof treatment
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Think Tank Retrospective 7 V2.0 Shoulder Bag
Canvas/polyester blend with water-resistant coating
PFAS
The water-repellent coating likely provides the water resistance but Think Tank has not…
VOC off-gassing from coatings and adhesives
New bags may release volatile organic compounds from the water-resistant coating…
Coating degradation and particle shedding
Over years of use, water-resistant coatings can crack, peel, or shed fine particles…
Camera bag; brand silent on PFAS in water-resistant treatment.
⚠Waterproof or stain-proof treatment
Think Tank Photo
Cross 11L Sling Bag
Ballistic nylon with water-repellent coating water-repellent coating
PFAS
Ballistic nylon water-repellent coating treatments typically contain PFAS unless…
Polyamide fabric degradation and microfiber shedding
Ballistic nylon sheds microscopic synthetic fibers during wear, especially under abrasion…
Waterproof camera bag; water-repellent coating likely contains PFAS.
⚠Waterproof or stain-proof treatment
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Think Tank Hydrophobia DM 300-600 Rain Cover
Polyester/nylon with water-repellent water-repellent coating
PFAS
The water-repellent coating on this rain cover likely contains fluorinated compounds, but…
Coating degradation over time
Polyester/nylon water-repellent coating coatings naturally wear with UV exposure…
Avoid until brand discloses water-repellent coating chemistry or certifies PFAS-free.
⚠Waterproof or stain-proof treatment
Think Tank Photo
Airport TakeOff V2.0 Rolling Camera Bag
Ballistic nylon with water-repellent coating water-resistant treatment
water-repellent coating degradation and potential microparticle release
Ballistic nylon water-repellent coating treatments can flake or degrade over years of…
Mold and bacterial growth if stored damp
Any fabric bag stored without drying after rain or humid exposure can harbor mold or…
Rolling bag with likely water-repellent coating; brand silent on PFAS.
⚠Waterproof or stain-proof treatment
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Think Tank Hydrophobia D 24-70 Rain Cover
Polyurethane-coated nylon, water-repellent coating-treated
Polyurethane coating degradation and VOC release
PU-coated textiles can break down over years or with UV exposure, potentially releasing…
water-repellent coating (water-repellent coating) chemistry unknown
The water-repellent coating finish is almost certainly fluorine-based (PFAS or…
Off-gassing during storage in heat
Polyurethane can emit weak odors when warm. If stored in a hot car or warehouse, PU…
Camera rain cover with unknown waterproof treatment; PFAS composition unclear.
⚠Waterproof or stain-proof treatment
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PhotoCross Sling V2 Camera Bag
Ballistic nylon with water-repellent coating water-resistant treatment
PFAS
Ballistic nylon with water-repellent coating finish typically uses legacy fluorinated…
Coating degradation and leachate
As the water-repellent coating finish wears over years, treatment chemicals may leach…
Microplastic shedding
Prolonged abrasion (e.g., against rough camera bodies or in bag-to-bag transport) may…
Camera bag with waterproof coating; PFAS treatment not disclosed by brand.
⚠Waterproof or stain-proof treatment
Think Tank Photo and PFAS, common questions
- Does Think Tank Photo have PFAS?
- We graded 9 Think Tank Photo products, averaging Poor (45/100). 1 grade Good or better. Grades are model-based estimates built from published materials, ingredients and disclosures, not lab tests.
- Is Think Tank Photo non-toxic?
- Think Tank Digital Holster 5 V3 is the highest-graded Think Tank Photo product we have scored, at 85/100. It depends on the product line rather than the brand, so check the grade of the exact item you are buying.
- Which Think Tank Photo products are lower concern for PFAS?
- The highest-graded Think Tank Photo products we have scored are Think Tank Digital Holster 5 V3. That is our model-based estimate from materials and public disclosure, not a lab test.
- Which Think Tank Photo products should I avoid?
- The lowest-graded Think Tank Photo products we have scored are Think Tank Photo PhotoCross Sling V2 Camera Bag, Think Tank Hydrophobia D 24-70 Rain Cover, Think Tank Photo Airport TakeOff V2.0 Rolling Camera Bag. Each one links to the evidence behind its grade.
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