Jason Markk · Fabric Stain Guard Sprays
Jason Markk Repel Bundle Stain & Water Repellent Spray + Refill
Get brand to disclose PFAS status of repellent formula.
Jason Markk's repellent spray uses undisclosed coating chemistry common in water-resistant treatments that often include PFAS. No third-party verification or PFAS transparency exists.
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Material
proprietary water/stain repellent spray coating
Brand disclosure
Brand is silent on PFAS
Lab data
No public lab test
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What Jason Markk Repel Bundle Stain Refill is made of, ingredients and materials
Jason Markk Repel is a proprietary water and stain repellent spray applied topically to footwear and textiles. The exact chemical formulation is not publicly disclosed by the brand, which is the core safety concern, without ingredient transparency, it is impossible to rule out hazardous classes such as PFAS compounds (which have become standard in water repellents). The spray is designed to form a protective barrier on fabric surfaces without altering the material's breathability or appearance.
What’s concerning
Category baseline
The starting point for this type of product, before anything specific to this product is counted.
Vague safety claims only
Uses vague language ("eco-friendly", "clean") without a specific PFAS statement.
Waterproof / stain-resistant treatment
Water-repellent coating treatments have historically used PFAS.
PFAS
Brand has not disclosed whether the repellent formula contains per- or polyfluoroalkyl substances, which are standard in legacy water repellents and persist in the environment and body indefinitely.
Source, ATSDR ↗Inhalation risk from spray application
Any aerosol spray carries risk of particulate or vapor inhalation if applied indoors without ventilation; proprietary formula opacity prevents assessment of respiratory irritant potential.
Skin or eye contact from overspray
No safety data sheet or ingredient list is publicly available to evaluate irritancy potential if spray contacts skin or eyes during application.
Bioaccumulation via treated textiles
If the formula contains fluorinated compounds, residues may transfer to skin or wash water; the lack of transparency prevents risk quantification.
What’s reassuring
Allergic sensitization from undisclosed additives
No reported cases of contact dermatitis or sensitization linked to this product; however, without ingredient disclosure, individual sensitivity to fragrance agents or solvent carriers cannot be ruled out.
How is this PFAS grade calculated?
The brand's record and disclosure
Jason Markk has not published a full ingredient list or PFAS content statement for this product as of public record. The brand maintains a general marketing position around performance and durability but has not responded to industry pressure for chemical transparency common among footwear and apparel care brands. No significant recalls or regulatory actions are on record for this specific product, but the silent stance on PFAS contrasts with competitors who have begun disclosing repellent chemistry or switching to PFAS-free alternatives.
How it compares in its category
Water repellent sprays for clothing and footwear are a mature category where PFAS legacy compounds (DPHF, Teflon-type coating-based formulas) have historically dominated. Some competitors, including Crep Protect and Nikwax, have either disclosed low-PFAS or PFAS-free formulations; Jason Markk's refusal to disclose puts it in the less transparent tier. The bundle format (spray plus refill) is standard and cost-effective for heavy users, but does not offset the chemical uncertainty.
If you buy it
Apply in a well-ventilated area or outdoors to minimize inhalation of spray particles; do not apply to wet or freshly cleaned textiles. Allow items to dry fully before wearing (typically 24 hours). Reapply every 6-12 months depending on wear and washing frequency, as water repellency degrades over time. Before purchasing, contact Jason Markk directly requesting full ingredient disclosure and PFAS status; if they do not respond, consider switching to a brand with transparent chemistry.
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
- Jason Markk has made none
Formulations change between production runs, so check the current label. How we grade.
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