Gymshark Womens Pants & Jumpsuits Gymshark Adapt Camo Seamless Leggings
Nylon and elastane legging with no water-repellent finish on record.
Nylon-elastane seamless blend with no public indication of water-repellent or stain-resistant coatings. Seamless athletic wear rarely requires PFAS-based finishes.
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Material
Nylon/polyamide blend with elastane (spandex)
Lab data
No public lab test
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What Gymshark Womens Pants & Jumpsuits Leggings is made of, ingredients and materials
These leggings are nylon (polyamide) blended with elastane (spandex), a standard high-performance textile combination for stretch activewear. Nylon itself is a synthetic polymer with low inherent toxicity risk when properly manufactured. The elastane component provides recovery and fit but contributes to microplastic shedding when washed and worn. No ceramic coatings, glazes, or intentional antimicrobial treatments are typical in seamless leggings, so heavy-metal and formaldehyde-resin risks are minimal compared to printed or heavily treated garments.
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.
Microplastic shedding from elastane
Spandex fibers shed during washing and wear, particularly in nylon/elastane blends. This is unavoidable in all synthetic stretch leggings; washing in cold water and reducing wash frequency minimizes release.
Elastane (spandex) allergic contact dermatitis
Elastane is a known contact allergen in sensitive individuals, though true allergic reactions are rare. Symptoms include itching or rash along seams or where the garment remains wet against skin; rinsing thoroughly after wash reduces residual chemical irritants.
What’s reassuring
Base material not linked to PFAS
The main material recorded for this product is not one associated with PFAS.
Formaldehyde / VOCs
Seamless, undyed nylon leggings typically require minimal durable-press or wrinkle-resist treatment. No public reports of formaldehyde issues in Gymshark leggings; risk is low compared to heavily printed or treated garments.
Source, ATSDR ↗Heavy metals
The camo colorway uses black, gray, and tan dyes. No public data suggesting Gymshark uses restricted azo dyes or cadmium/lead pigments; this product carries standard risk for mainstream dyed nylon activewear.
Source, FDA ↗Flame retardants
No evidence that Gymshark applies antimicrobial or flame-retardant treatments to seamless leggings. The category does not typically require such finishes, reducing exposure to brominated or halogenated compounds.
Source, EPA ↗How is this PFAS grade calculated?
The brand's record and disclosure
Gymshark is a UK-based activewear brand with no major chemical safety recalls or public controversies on record for apparel hazards. The company does not prominently disclose fabric certification details (GOTS, OEKO-TEX) in public materials, though this is not unusual for mainstream athletic brands. No documented history of formaldehyde violations, azo-dye issues, or antimony concerns in their polyester or nylon products. Brand transparency on PFAS use is silent, consistent with most activewear manufacturers.
How it compares in its category
Gymshark leggings sit in the mid-to-premium segment and are comparable in material and construction to Lululemon, Outdoor Voices, and Alo Yoga offerings. Nylon/elastane blends are industry standard for seamless leggings and pose no elevated chemical risk versus competitors. The seamless construction (no heavy printing or bonded seams) is actually a lower-risk design choice compared to printed or coated alternatives. Gymshark's lack of visible moisture-wicking or water-repellent marketing suggests minimal water-repellent coating chemical application, keeping PFAS exposure lower than branded performance leggings.
If you buy it
Wash in cool water with mild detergent; high heat and extended drying can degrade elastane elasticity and increase microfiber shed rate. Do not bleach or expose to chlorine (pools), which degrades spandex faster. Replace when elastic loses recovery, seams fray, or pilling becomes visible, typically after 1-2 years of regular use depending on wash frequency. Turn inside out before washing to reduce surface abrasion and microfiber release into water.
What is not known about PFAS in this product?
- Basis
- Model estimate, 72% confidence, not a lab result
- Lab test
- None on record for this exact product
- Brand statement
- Gymshark has made a specific claim
Formulations change between production runs, so check the current label. How we grade.
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