Arc'teryx · Waterproof Bags & Luggage
Arc'teryx Granville 30 Carryall Bag
Arc'teryx refuses PFAS disclosure. water-repellent coating finish shows typical concern.
Arc'teryx finishes this nylon carryall with water-repellent treatment common in outdoor bags but the brand won't discuss PFAS. water-repellent coating coatings historically relied on PFAS.
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Material
Nylon with water-repellent coating water-repellent treatment
Lab data
No public lab test
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What Arc'teryx Granville 30 Carryall Bag is made of, ingredients and materials
The Granville 30 uses nylon fabric with a water-repellent coating (water-repellent coating) finish applied to the exterior. water-repellent coating coatings on outdoor textiles have historically relied on PFAS chemistry, though some manufacturers have shifted to non-PFAS alternatives. Nylon itself is a synthetic polymer with no established leaching hazard under normal carry conditions, but the water-repellent coating treatment is the chemical concern here. Arc'teryx has not publicly disclosed whether this specific bag uses PFAS-based or alternative water-repellent coating chemistry.
What’s concerning
Category baseline
The starting point for this type of product, before anything specific to this product is counted.
No PFAS disclosure
No public statement from the brand about PFAS in this product.
Waterproof / stain-resistant treatment
Water-repellent coating treatments have historically used PFAS.
PFAS
Arc'teryx does not disclose water-repellent coating chemistry. Nylon carryalls typically receive PFAS-based or PFAS-alternative water-repellent coating; this product's formulation is unknown. Skin contact risk is low during normal carry, but manufacturer transparency is absent.
Source, ATSDR ↗Microplastic shedding from nylon fabric
Nylon textiles shed microscopic fibers during washing and wear. This poses no direct ingestion risk during carry, but regular hand washing of the bag increases fiber release into wastewater. Not specific to this brand, but inherent to nylon material.
Coating degradation and potential leaching over time
As water-repellent coating finishes age and crack (typically 2-5 years), underlying nylon is exposed and water resistance declines. If the water-repellent coating contains PFAS, degradation may increase shedding of treatment residues, though absolute exposure remains low in non-food contact use.
What’s reassuring
Formaldehyde / VOCs
No reported off-gassing or formaldehyde concerns specific to Arc'teryx nylon bags on public record. New nylon items may have a faint chemical odor that dissipates; this is not a documented health hazard.
Source, ATSDR ↗Heavy metals
No recalls or test data indicate lead, cadmium, or other heavy metals in Arc'teryx Granville 30 fabric or zippers. Modern nylon carryalls typically meet consumer safety standards for metallic content.
Source, FDA ↗How is this PFAS grade calculated?
The brand's record and disclosure
Arc'teryx does not maintain a public PFAS policy or transparency statement regarding water-repellent coating treatments in their gear lines. The brand has not issued recalls or warnings specific to PFAS in bags or apparel. This silence is typical of outdoor brands that have not yet committed to third-party testing or PFAS-free certifications. Without direct communication from Arc'teryx, the water-repellent coating finish presents an uncertain level of PFAS concern.
How it compares in its category
Most nylon carryall bags from mainstream outdoor brands use water-repellent coating-treated fabrics; this is standard practice. Some premium competitors (e.g., Patagonia) have begun disclosing PFAS-free or low-PFAS alternatives, though full transparency across the category remains rare. Arc'teryx occupies the middle ground, no worse than average, but behind leaders in disclosure. Uncoated nylon bags exist as alternatives with lower weather resistance but no hazard of this kind on record.
If you buy it
Minimize skin contact with the exterior water-repellent coating, especially if you have sensitive skin or are pregnant. Avoid washing the bag in home machines; hand rinse with cool water only to preserve the water-repellent coating finish and reduce potential leaching of treatment chemicals. Do not expose the bag to heat sources or direct sunlight for extended periods, as this can degrade the coating. If the water-repellent coating loses effectiveness after years of use, the bag can be re-treated or phased out; it is not a lifetime purchase.
What is not known about PFAS in this product?
- Basis
- Model estimate, 35% confidence, not a lab result
- Lab test
- None on record for this exact product
- Brand statement
- Arc'teryx has made a specific claim
Formulations change between production runs, so check the current label. How we grade.
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