PFAS40/ 100Poor
Overall26/ 100Poor
Lowepro Adventura Go SH 160 Bag

Lowepro · Waterproof Camera & Lens Protection Cases

Lowepro Adventura Go SH 160 Bag

Poor

Medium risk. Camera bag with water treatment, PFAS status unclear from brand.

Verdict · SkipWater-resistant nylon bag with unclear PFAS coating; no reported toxicity issues, but coating durability and brand transparency are weak spots.

This bag uses nylon with water-resistant coating but makes no public PFAS disclosure. Waterproof outdoor gear often contains PFAS-based water-repellent coating treatments.

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Material

Nylon fabric with water-resistant coating

Brand disclosure

Brand is silent on PFAS

Lab data

No public lab test

What’s concerning

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Category baseline

The starting point for this type of product, before anything specific to this product is counted.

90/ 100
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No PFAS disclosure

No public statement from the brand about PFAS in this product.

85/ 100
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Waterproof / stain-resistant treatment

Water-repellent coating treatments have historically used PFAS.

65/ 100
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PFAS

Nylon bags typically use either Teflon-type coating (fluorinated) or polyurethane/polyester-based water repellents. Lowepro does not disclose which type is used on the Adventura Go SH 160. PFAS-containing coatings are common in this category but not confirmed for this model.

Source, ATSDR
70/ 100
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Coating degradation and particle shedding

Water-resistant coatings on nylon can wear, flake, or crack with age and use. Lowepro bags have occasional user reports of coating peeling in high-wear areas (seams, corners). Small coating fragments are unlikely to pose acute harm but represent loss of intended function.

45/ 100

What’s reassuring

Nylon fabric volatiles (minor)

Nylon itself does not off-gas formaldehyde or volatile organic compounds at room temperature. No established safety concerns for nylon fabric in camera bags under normal storage and use.

95/ 100
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Heavy metals

No recalls or independent testing has flagged lead, cadmium, or other heavy metals in Lowepro nylon fabric or dyes. Nylon bags are not a known contamination pathway for heavy metals in this product class.

Source, FDA
95/ 100

Zipper or hardware leachables

The bag uses standard metal zippers and plastic hardware typical of camera bags. No specific safety data available for this model, but these materials are not a primary concern in short-term or long-term contact with camera equipment.

95/ 100

The full breakdown

What it's made of and why it matters

The Adventura Go SH 160 uses nylon fabric with a water-resistant coating to repel moisture and protect camera gear. Nylon itself is a stable synthetic polymer with low leaching risk under normal use. The water-resistant coating is the material of concern, Lowepro does not publicly disclose whether this is Teflon-type coating-based (fluorinated), polyurethane, or another polymer class. Without transparency, you cannot rule out PFAS in the finish, which would be applied to the fabric surface.

The brand's record and disclosure

Lowepro (owned by Vitec Group) does not publish material safety data sheets or PFAS statements for consumer camera bags. The brand has not addressed PFAS in water-resistant coatings or committed to fluorine-free alternatives. No independent recalls or safety controversies have been logged for this specific model. This silence is typical for gear brands but leaves end-users unable to verify coating chemistry.

How it compares in its category

Most mid-range camera and small-gear bags rely on nylon or polyester with water-resistant coatings; few brands disclose coating chemistry. Lowepro is a mainstream, established brand with reasonable durability reputation. However, competitors like Peak Design have begun disclosing materials more openly, and some outdoor brands now offer Teflon-type coating-free water repellent alternatives. The Adventura Go sits in a category where options with lower PFAS concern exist but require active searching.

If you buy it

Inspect the bag for signs of coating wear or flaking; degraded coating loses water resistance and may shed particles. Do not use near heat sources or in high-heat storage, as coatings can break down and potentially volatilize. Wash with mild soap and cool water if soiled; avoid harsh solvents or high-temperature drying. If PFAS status matters to you, contact Lowepro directly for coating specifications before purchase.

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
Lowepro has made none

Formulations change between production runs, so check the current label. How we grade.

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