Nautica Men's Hooded Rain Jacket
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Nautica does not disclose PFAS status for this rain jacket. Waterproof coatings commonly contain PFAS. Request detailed materials info from the brand before buying.
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Material
polyester with waterproof 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
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.
Formaldehyde / VOCs
Polyester fabrics often finish with formaldehyde-based resins to improve wrinkle resistance and dye fixation. New garments may off-gas low levels; washing reduces this substantially. No specific testing of Nautica jackets reported.
Source, ATSDR ↗Azo dyes and reactive dyes
Polyester textiles commonly use azo and reactive dyes. Most commercial suppliers comply with Oeko-Tex or REACH limits, but Nautica does not publicly certify testing. Dark-colored jackets carry slightly higher residual dye risk than light colors.
Teflon-family coating degradation
Waterproof coatings degrade over time and with washing, releasing microparticles and residual PFAS into wastewater. This is a known lifecycle hazard of PFC-coated textiles, independent of initial application safety. Durability claims vary; expect coating loss after 20-40 washes depending on care.
Formaldehyde / VOCs
If jacket is stored in hot conditions or worn during high-exertion activity, residual formaldehyde and coating volatiles may increase. This is a minor concern for typical use but relevant if worn in high-heat/high-humidity contexts.
Source, ATSDR ↗What’s reassuring
Antimony in polyester fiber
Antimony is used as a catalyst in polyester synthesis but residual levels in finished garments are typically below concern thresholds per REACH. No specific testing of Nautica products reported; not a primary risk for external-wear garments with minimal skin contact.
The full breakdown
What it's made of and why it matters
This jacket is polyester with a waterproof coating layer, likely Teflon-family coating-based (Teflon-type coating or PFC-derived) to achieve durable water repellency. Polyester itself is a synthetic polymer with low inherent toxicity, but the manufacturing process can introduce residual formaldehyde resins used as finishing agents, and the fabric may be dyed with azo compounds. The waterproof coating is the primary chemical concern in this product.
The brand's record and disclosure
Nautica, owned by Authentic Brands Group, does not publish detailed chemical composition or PFAS phase-out commitments on product pages or sustainability reports reviewed in public sources. The brand has not publicly announced a PFAS elimination timeline, unlike some competitors (e.g., Patagonia). No major product recalls or chemical safety controversies specific to Nautica rain jackets are on record, but the lack of transparency on waterproof coatings is notable.
How it compares in its category
Most affordable rain jackets rely on PFC or Teflon-type coating coatings due to cost and durability. Nautica sits in the mid-market segment where PFAS-free alternatives exist (e.g., wax-coated, silicone-coated, or polyurethane-membrane brands), but require higher price points or active hunting. Standard polyester rain jackets in this price range typically have similar formaldehyde and dye residue profiles; the PFAS coating is the differentiator.
If you buy it
Wash before first wear to reduce formaldehyde residue and loose dye particles. Avoid prolonged skin contact under hot or sweaty conditions, as heat can increase PFAS volatilization from the coating. Air dry only; machine drying or direct heat will degrade the waterproof layer. Replace when beading fails or coating flakes, as degraded coating particles pose a secondary concern. Store in a cool, dry place away from direct sunlight.
What we don’t know
- Basis
- Model estimate, 35% confidence, not a lab result
- Lab test
- None on record for this exact product
- Brand statement
- Nautica has made none
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