Picture Organic Clothing · Ski & Snowboard Jackets
Picture Women's Seakrest Jacket
A water-repellent or grease-resistant treatment of unstated chemistry, with a brand PFAS statement we have not verified.
Picture Organic Clothing says it has been PFC-free since 2017. We record that as an unverified brand claim. Its record describes a water-repellent or grease-resistant treatment of unstated chemistry, which is still counted.
Brand says: “Picture Organic Clothing says it has been PFC-free since 2017.”
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Material
Recycled polyester with PFC-free water-repellent coating treatment
Brand disclosure
Brand claims PFAS-free
Lab data
No public lab test
What Picture Women's Seakrest Jacket is made of, ingredients and materials
This jacket is constructed from recycled polyester, which diverts plastic waste from landfills but introduces microplastic shedding risk during washing and wear. The outer shell uses a water-repellent coating (water-repellent coating) treatment labeled PFC-free, meaning it avoids legacy forever-chemicals like PFOA, but the actual replacement chemistry is not disclosed. Recycled polyester retains the same polymer structure as virgin polyester, so it carries no inherent advantage or disadvantage for chemical leaching, though the recycling process itself may introduce trace contaminants.
What’s concerning
Category baseline
The starting point for this type of product, before anything specific to this product is counted.
Waterproof / stain-resistant treatment
Water-repellent coating treatments have historically used PFAS.
Microplastic shedding from recycled polyester
Recycled polyester jackets shed microfibers during wear and washing, contributing to aquatic microplastic pollution. Use of a washing machine filter or wash bag reduces but does not eliminate shedding.
PFAS
The specific non-PFAS water-repellent coating treatment is not disclosed. Alternatives such as polysiloxanes or polyhydroxy alcohols carry lower persistence but are less established for long-term skin or respiratory safety. Unverified brand claim prevents full hazard characterization.
Source, ATSDR ↗Coating degradation and leaching over time
PFC-free water-repellent coating coatings, especially on recycled polyester, typically show faster degradation (12-30 months of regular use) compared to traditional fluorocarbon treatments, potentially releasing degradation byproducts into wash water.
What’s reassuring
Brand-stated PFAS-free
The brand states this product is PFAS-free. We have not verified the claim.
Azo dyes in polyester coloring
No specific dye chemistry is disclosed for this jacket. Polyester textiles may contain azo dyes, which can break down to release aromatic amines under UV or biological stress, but no recalls or reports target Picture jackets in this category.
Formaldehyde / VOCs
Recycled polyester may retain trace formaldehyde from prior processing or carry new formaldehyde from water-resistance and softening treatments. Picture does not disclose use of formaldehyde-free processes, so avoidance cannot be confirmed.
Source, ATSDR ↗The full breakdown
The brand's record and disclosure
Picture Organic Clothing makes a PFAS-free claim but has not published third-party verification or a detailed breakdown of what water-repellent coating chemistry replaces fluorocarbons in this product. The brand positions itself as sustainability-focused and uses recycled materials, which aligns with harm-reduction positioning but does not guarantee chemical transparency. No major recalls or safety controversies are on public record for this jacket line. Their lack of specific water-repellent coating ingredient disclosure is a gap that limits independent assessment.
How it compares in its category
Ski and snowboard jackets commonly use either PFC-based water-repellent coating (most durable, highest environmental persistence) or newer alternatives like polyhydroxy alcohols and silicones (less persistent, but often undisclosed). This jacket's recycled-polyester base is standard in mid-market eco-conscious brands; it performs comparably to virgin polyester in terms of waterproofing and breathability but may show faster degradation of the water-repellent coating over multiple seasons. The PFAS score of 45/100 places it in the middle range for jackets with claimed PFC-free treatment, reflecting uncertainty rather than confirmed lower-concern chemistry.
If you buy it
Wash separately or in a wash bag designed to catch microfibers, using cold water and mild detergent, since warm water and agitation accelerate polyester shedding. Avoid high-temperature drying; air-dry or tumble dry on low. Expect the water-repellent coating to degrade after 20-30 washes; professional re-treatment is an option to extend life and reduce replacement frequency. Store in a dry place to prevent mold and bacterial growth on the damp fabric.
What we don’t know
- Basis
- Model estimate, 78% confidence, not a lab result
- Lab test
- None on record for this exact product
- Brand statement
- Picture Organic Clothing has made a specific claim
Formulations change between production runs, so check the current label. How we grade.
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