Atomic · Ski & Snowboard Jackets
Atomic Men's Revent 3l Ski Jacket
Likely uses PFAS-based water-repellent coating; skip unless Atomic confirms PFAS-free.
Ski jackets require durable water repellency, historically based on PFAS-based fluorinated coatings. Atomic won't say if this model uses PFAS or alternatives.
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Material
Polyester with water-repellent coating (water-repellent) finish
Brand disclosure
Brand is silent on PFAS
Lab data
No public lab test
What Atomic Men's Revent 3l Ski Jacket is made of, ingredients and materials
The Revent 3L uses polyester fabric with a water-repellent coating (water-repellent coating) finish applied to the outer layer. water-repellent coating coatings on ski jackets are typically fluorocarbon-based (PFAS) to achieve the water-shedding durability required in wet snow conditions. Polyester itself is stable, but the finish chemistry is the primary concern for this product. Without independent testing or brand confirmation, the water-repellent coating formulation is assumed to contain legacy PFAS compounds common in outdoor apparel.
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
Polyester ski jackets almost universally use fluorocarbon-based water-repellent coating; Atomic has not confirmed PFAS-free formulation. PFAS bioaccumulates in blood and organs; ski apparel is worn close to skin with potential for dermal contact and inhalation of treated fibers.
Source, ATSDR ↗Azo dyes in polyester
No restricted-substance testing published for the Revent. Polyester is commonly dyed with azo dyes; some breakdown products are suspected carcinogens. Dark colors (common in ski jackets) carry higher risk if non-restricted azo classes are used.
Antimony catalyst residue in polyester
Polyester is synthesized using antimony as a catalyst; trace residues may remain in finished fabric. No brand data available; risk is reduced by washing before first wear but not eliminated.
VOC and odor off-gassing
New polyester outerwear can off-gas residual volatile compounds from finishing and water-repellent coating application, especially if stored in sealed packaging. Airing the jacket outdoors for 24-48 hours before wear reduces exposure.
Coating degradation and microfiber shedding
Water-repellent coating finishes degrade with washing and wear; degraded polyester fibers can shed microplastics into wash water and the environment. Washing frequency should be minimized and a microfiber-catching laundry filter used if available.
The full breakdown
The brand's record and disclosure
Atomic (owned by Amer Sports) does not publicly disclose water-repellent coating chemistry or commit to PFAS-free alternatives for its ski jackets. No third-party certifications (Bluesign, GOTS, or OEKO-TEX 100 standard) are listed for the Revent line. The brand has not issued statements addressing PFAS in outerwear or committed to phaseout timelines. This silence is standard in the ski industry but represents a lack of transparency on a known chemical class.
How it compares in its category
Most ski jackets in this performance tier (3-layer polyester, $300-500 range) use conventional PFAS-based water-repellent coating. Competitors like Arc'teryx, Patagonia, and The North Face have begun disclosing or transitioning to PFAS-free water-repellent coating options, though availability is still limited. The Revent's mid-market positioning and silent stance put it below brands making explicit chemical commitments. Functionally equivalent alternatives without PFAS have been documented, but require direct inquiry to confirm.
If you buy it
Wash separately in cold water with mild detergent; avoid fabric softeners and dryers that can degrade water-repellent coating. Do not heat-press or expose to prolonged high heat, as this may off-gas or degrade the fluorocarbon finish. Re-apply commercial water-repellent coating treatments annually if water no longer beads; note that most retail water-repellent coating products also contain PFAS. Consider durability before purchase, PFAS exposure is cumulative over years of wear and laundering.
What we don’t know
- Basis
- Model estimate, 45% confidence, not a lab result
- Lab test
- None on record for this exact product
- Brand statement
- Atomic has made none
Formulations change between production runs, so check the current label. How we grade.
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