Pearl Izumi · Cycling Rain Jackets
Men's Pearl Izumi Attack WXB Jacket
water-repellent coating apparel; PFAS status unclear without brand disclosure.
Pearl Izumi does not publicly disclose PFAS use or absence in this jacket's water-repellent finish. Most technical cycling apparel uses water-repellent coating treatments that historically contain PFAS, though newer alternatives exist.
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Material
Polyester with water-repellent (water-repellent coating) treatment
Brand disclosure
Brand is silent on PFAS
Lab data
No public lab test
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What Men's Pearl Izumi Attack WXB Jacket is made of, ingredients and materials
The Attack WXB is polyester with a water-repellent coating (water-repellent coating) finish. water-repellent coating coatings on apparel have historically relied on PFAS chemistry to achieve water-shedding performance, though newer non-PFAS alternatives exist. Polyester itself is stable and does not release microplastics under normal wear or washing; concerns arise only if the fabric is abraded or degraded over years. The jacket's performance design means the water-repellent coating finish is critical to its function and longevity.
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.
PFAS
Water-repellent coatings on polyester apparel typically contain PFAS unless explicitly labeled otherwise. Pearl Izumi's silence on chemistry suggests conventional treatment, but no test data is publicly available for this specific model.
Source, ATSDR ↗Antimony in polyester fiber
Polyester production sometimes uses antimony as a catalyst. Levels in finished apparel are typically trace and not a dermal concern, but no independent testing of this jacket's antimony content has been published.
Formaldehyde / VOCs
Polyester fabric sizing and water-repellent coating applications may contain formaldehyde releasers for wrinkle resistance or durability. Pearl Izumi does not specify finish chemistry; levels in cycling apparel are generally low but unverified for this product.
Source, ATSDR ↗Microplastic shedding from degraded coating
If the water-repellent coating finish or polyester fibers degrade after years of wear and washing, microscopic particles may shed. This is not unique to this jacket but a known risk in synthetic apparel over time.
What’s reassuring
Azo dyes and synthetic colorants
Pearl Izumi does not publicly flag azo dye restrictions for this model. Standard polyester dyeing in the cycling apparel category may include azo compounds, but no specific recalls or health warnings exist for this jacket.
The full breakdown
The brand's record and disclosure
Pearl Izumi has not publicly disclosed water-repellent coating chemistry or PFAS-free commitments for this product line. The brand is known for technical cycling apparel but maintains limited transparency on chemical inputs compared to outdoor brands like Patagonia or Arc'teryx. No major chemical recalls or certifications (OEKO-TEX, GOTS) are associated with this specific model. Without direct brand communication, the water-repellent coating treatment's PFAS status remains unconfirmed.
How it compares in its category
Most mid-range cycling jackets rely on conventional PFAS-based water-repellent coating finishes; premium competitors increasingly offer alternatives not linked to PFAS as a material. Pearl Izumi sits in the middle tier of transparency. If PFAS avoidance is a priority, brands explicitly labeling water-repellent coating as PFAS-free (such as some Showers Pass or 100% models) offer clearer choices. For pure water resistance and durability without brand disclosure concerns, this jacket is competitive but not differentiated.
If you buy it
Wash in cool water and air dry to preserve the water-repellent coating finish; machine drying can degrade water repellency. Re-treat with PFAS-free water-repellent coating products (like Nikwax) every 1-2 years if water beading diminishes. Avoid fabric softeners and bleach. Expect the jacket to remain performant for 3-5 years of regular use. If PFAS exposure concerns you, contact Pearl Izumi directly for chemistry confirmation before purchase.
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
- Pearl Izumi has made none
Formulations change between production runs, so check the current label. How we grade.
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