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Oakley Men's TC Channel Jacket
Waterproof jacket likely uses water-repellent coating treatment; PFAS status unclear without disclosure.
Oakley does not disclose PFAS use or absence in this jacket. water-repellent coating-treated apparel commonly contains PFAS, but specifics unknown here. Contact brand for details before purchase.
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Material
Polyester with water-repellent coating water-repellent finish
Brand disclosure
Brand is silent on PFAS
Lab data
No public lab test
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What Oakley Men's TC Channel Jacket is made of, ingredients and materials
The TC Channel Jacket is polyester with a water-repellent coating (water-repellent coating) finish. Polyester itself is a stable synthetic polymer with low documented leaching risk under normal wear. However, water-repellent coating coatings historically relied on PFAS chemistry to achieve water resistance, though some manufacturers have migrated to alternative chemistries. Without Oakley's explicit material disclosure, the specific water-repellent coating treatment used here cannot be confirmed.
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.
Volatile organic compound (VOC) off-gassing from water-repellent coating finish
New water-repellent coating-treated garments may emit low levels of VOCs during initial wear or storage. This is short-lived and generally mild; airing the jacket before first wear can reduce exposure.
Microplastics
All polyester garments shed microfibers, especially when new or washed frequently. While this is an environmental hazard, direct health risk to the wearer is minimal.
Source, EPA ↗What’s reassuring
Azo dyes in polyester pigments
No documented issue with Oakley apparel. Polyester jackets in this price range rarely use restricted azo dyes, but without third-party testing or brand disclosure, this cannot be ruled out entirely.
Formaldehyde / VOCs
Formaldehyde-based durable press or wrinkle-resistant finishes are uncommon in athletic polyester jackets. water-repellent coating treatments may use formaldehyde carriers in some older chemistries, but no evidence links this product to such use.
Source, ATSDR ↗Antimony in polyester fiber
Antimony trioxide is a catalyst used in polyester production but typically remains bound in the polymer matrix and does not leach significantly during wear or normal laundering.
How is this PFAS grade calculated?
The brand's record and disclosure
Oakley (owned by EssilorLuxottica) does not publicly disclose material composition, chemical treatments, or PFAS avoidance policies for most apparel lines. No major recalls or documented chemical contamination issues have been attributed to Oakley jackets. The brand has not published transparency reports on restricted substance compliance or sustainable chemistry initiatives comparable to leading outdoor apparel makers.
How it compares in its category
Polyester athletic and casual jackets are broadly comparable in hazard profile; this one offers no special safety advantage or disadvantage versus unbranded or mid-tier competitors. Some leading outdoor brands (Patagonia, Arc'teryx) now label non-fluorinated water-repellent coating treatments; Oakley does not. Price and performance suggest this is a style-focused rather than transparency-focused product.
If you buy it
Wash in cool to warm water; heat and solvents can degrade water-repellent coating coatings and may increase any chemical leaching risk. Avoid prolonged contact with skin under high heat or sweating conditions if PFAS concern is a priority. Inspect seams and coating annually; re-treat or replace if water beads no longer form. Store dry and away from direct heat.
What is not known about PFAS in this product?
- Basis
- Model estimate, 45% confidence, not a lab result
- Lab test
- None on record for this exact product
- Brand statement
- Oakley has made none
Formulations change between production runs, so check the current label. How we grade.
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