Quiksilver · Waterproof Sports Gear
Quiksilver Men's Transit 19 Hybrid Shorts
Hybrid shorts likely use water-repellent coating; Quiksilver discloses nothing about PFAS.
Quiksilver's Transit shorts are polyester-blend hybrid with unknown water-repellent finish. Brand makes no PFAS statement, raising typical concern for treated apparel.
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Material
polyester blend with water-repellent treatment
Lab data
No public lab test
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What Quiksilver Men's Transit 19 Hybrid Shorts is made of, ingredients and materials
These shorts are polyester blend fabric treated with a water-repellent (water-repellent coating) finish. Polyester itself is stable in normal wear, but the water-repellent coating is almost certainly fluorinated (PFAS-based) given industry standards for hybrid/water-resistant apparel. Quiksilver does not publicly specify the chemistry. The coating degrades with washing and wear, potentially releasing particles or altering over time.
What’s concerning
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.
Waterproof / stain-resistant treatment
Water-repellent coating treatments have historically used PFAS.
Antimony in polyester
Polyester-blend fabrics may contain antimony oxide as a catalyst residue from fiber production. Levels in finished apparel are typically low and non-bioavailable, but Quiksilver does not disclose testing or limits.
water-repellent coating degradation and particle release
The water-repellent finish will degrade over the life of the shorts, especially with frequent washing. Small amounts of coating particles may shed into wash water or be inhaled as dust; long-term health impact is uncharacterized for end users.
What’s reassuring
Azo dyes
No specific azo dye ban or hazard reported in Quiksilver apparel. Polyester dyes are regulated in most manufacturing hubs, though Quiksilver does not certify dye compliance publicly.
Formaldehyde / VOCs
Polyester-blend shorts are unlikely to use formaldehyde-releasers for wrinkle resistance given the hybrid/athletic design. No recalls or disclosures suggest this risk.
Source, ATSDR ↗Heavy metals
No specific heavy-metal contamination reported in Quiksilver textiles. Industry regulation and supply-chain oversight in polyester dyeing are moderate in mainstream brands.
Source, FDA ↗How is this PFAS grade calculated?
The brand's record and disclosure
Quiksilver has published no public statement on PFAS use in apparel or phasing timelines, placing it in the silent majority of surf/action-sports brands. The company is not known for premium sustainability certifications like Bluesign or GOTS. Industry transparency on water-repellent chemistry is poor across this segment; Quiksilver follows no visible best-practice disclosure.
How it compares in its category
Hybrid shorts with water-repellent coating treatment are industry-standard for performance apparel. Most competitors (Rip Curl, O'Neill, Volcom) use similar undisclosed fluorinated finishes. A small number of brands (e.g.Patagonia for select lines have committed to PFAS alternatives or phaseout timelines. Quiksilver's silence places it in the mainstream unaccountable tier.
If you buy it
Wash in cool water and air-dry to extend the water-repellent coating life; hot water and high heat break down treatment faster. Expect water repellency to fade after 10-20 washes. Do not machine-dry frequently. Polyester itself is durable and not associated with hazards in normal use. Replace when the fit or color degrades, not due to chemical hazard risk.
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
- Quiksilver has made a specific claim
Formulations change between production runs, so check the current label. How we grade.
What are the PFAS-free alternatives to Quiksilver Men's Transit 19 Hybrid Shorts?
- Woven polyester/nylon blend, no waterproof or stain-resistant treatment specified
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- Polyester mesh and nylon blend, standard athletic construction
- Formaldehyde / VOCs
3 hazards checked on this product, all on its full breakdown.
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- Polyester blend with PFAS-free water-repellent coating finish
- The brand calls it PFAS-free, which we have not verified
- Fragrance or dye allergen sensitivity
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