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Bogner Men's Eason Ski Jacket
Ski jacket with water-repellent coating; PFAS status unclear from brand
Bogner does not publicly disclose PFAS or water-repellent coating chemistry for this jacket. Ski jackets typically use water-repellent treatments, often PFAS-based, but brand transparency is absent here.
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Material
Polyester with water-repellent coating (water-repellent coating) coating
Brand disclosure
Brand is silent on PFAS
Lab data
No public lab test
What’s concerning
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.
water-repellent coating (water-repellent coating) coating chemistry
water-repellent coating on polyester ski jackets traditionally uses fluorocarbon (PFAS-based) compounds. Bogner has not disclosed whether this jacket uses legacy or PFAS-free water-repellent coating, so the specific chemical hazard profile is unclear from publicly available information.
Antimony in polyester fiber
Polyester production sometimes involves antimony as a catalyst. At standard clothing levels, skin exposure is minimal; however, degraded or damaged fibers could theoretically increase exposure. This is a general polyester concern, not specific to Bogner's sourcing.
Microplastic shedding from coating degradation
As water-repellent coating wears or flakes with use and washing, small synthetic particles may shed into wash water and the environment. This is a general risk for all coated synthetic jackets and intensifies if the coating is damaged or re-treated improperly.
What’s reassuring
Azo dyes and synthetic colorants
Bogner is a European premium brand subject to REACH and EU textile regulations, which restrict certain azo dyes. No specific recall or contamination reported for this product; polyester dyes are generally lower risk than natural fiber alternatives if manufacturer complies with standards.
Formaldehyde / VOCs
No formaldehyde-based wrinkle-resistant finishes are typical on ski jackets. Polyester does not normally require formaldehyde resins. Not identified as a concern for this product category.
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What it's made of and why it matters
The Eason jacket is polyester with a water-repellent coating (water-repellent coating) coating applied to the fabric surface. water-repellent coating coatings historically relied on PFAS compounds (fluorocarbons) to achieve water shedding, though some manufacturers now use PFAS-free alternatives; Bogner has not publicly specified which type this jacket uses. Polyester itself is stable under normal wear, but the water-repellent coating is the chemical concern here, particularly if it sheds or degrades with washing and use.
The brand's record and disclosure
Bogner is a premium alpine sports brand with no published chemical disclosure policy or PFAS commitment on record. The company has not issued statements about water-repellent coating chemistry in its products or phased reduction timelines. This silence is notable given that major outdoor competitors (Patagonia, Arc'teryx) have adopted PFAS-free alternatives or transparent chemical pledges. Without direct communication from Bogner, the specific water-repellent coating formulation in this jacket cannot be verified.
How it compares in its category
Most ski jackets in this price tier use water-repellent coating coatings, but leading competitors increasingly market PFAS-free versions or provide chemical transparency. Bogner's lack of public commitment puts this jacket in a middling position: it is not exceptional for safety disclosure, though nor is it alone in the market. Budget alternatives sometimes omit water-repellent coating entirely (trading water resistance for lower chemical risk), while premium eco-focused brands explicitly use fluorocarbon-free coatings.
If you buy it
Wash in cold water with mild detergent and avoid dry cleaning, which can damage the water-repellent coating layer and release coating particles. Limit washing frequency to preserve the water-repellent coating; spot-clean when possible. If water beading noticeably decreases after 1-2 seasons, the coating has degraded and should not be re-treated at home with spray-on water-repellent coating products (further chemical exposure). Consider contacting Bogner directly to request water-repellent coating formulation details before purchase if PFAS avoidance is a priority.
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
- Bogner has made none
Formulations change between production runs, so check the current label. How we grade.
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