Rossignol · Ski & Snowboard Jackets
Rossignol Men's Strawpile Jacket
Typical ski-wear water-repellent coating risk. No PFAS transparency from Rossignol.
Strawpile Jacket uses polyester with water-repellent coating standard for ski apparel. Rossignol does not disclose PFAS use or claim PFAS-free status.
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Material
Polyester with water-repellent coating (likely fluorinated)
Brand disclosure
Brand is silent on PFAS
Lab data
No public lab test
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What Rossignol Men's Strawpile Jacket is made of, ingredients and materials
Rossignol's Strawpile jacket is polyester with a water-repellent coating (water-repellent coating) coating. Polyester itself is chemically stable and does not leach significantly during normal wear. However, the water-repellent coating finish, almost certainly fluorinated given Rossignol's silence on the matter and industry norms, sits on the surface to shed water and resist staining. This coating can degrade over time through washing, abrasion, and UV exposure, potentially releasing microparticles.
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.
PFAS
Rossignol does not disclose water-repellent coating chemistry; industry practice strongly suggests fluorinated compounds. Coating can degrade and shed microparticles during wear and washing, especially with heat or friction.
Source, ATSDR ↗Formaldehyde / VOCs
Wrinkle-resistance or shape-retention finishes on polyester jackets may contain formaldehyde releasers. Rossignol does not disclose finish chemistry. Off-gassing is typically minimal after initial handling and washing.
Source, ATSDR ↗Microplastic shedding from coating degradation
Water-repellent coating coatings wear away over time and may shed microparticles during washing. Frequency and volume are not quantified for this specific product; extent depends on care practices and coating durability.
What’s reassuring
Azo dyes in polyester
No specific information on Rossignol's dye suppliers or azo-dye restrictions for this model. Polyester is commonly dyed with azo compounds; elevated risk if jacket is dark or heavily pigmented, though exposure during wear is low.
Heavy metals
No known contamination issues specific to Rossignol. Risk is low for polyester apparel relative to ceramics or cosmetics, but not independently verified.
Source, FDA ↗The full breakdown
The brand's record and disclosure
Rossignol has not publicly committed to PFAS-free water-repellent coating coatings or disclosed their chemical composition for this or similar products. The brand has no known third-party certifications (Bluesign, GOTS, or similar) that would restrict harmful chemical use. This silence is standard across many ski-apparel makers but represents a missed opportunity for transparency that competitors like Patagonia have begun to address.
How it compares in its category
Most ski jackets at this price and performance tier use fluorinated water-repellent coating; Rossignol is unremarkable here. Brands offering fluorine-free or PFAS-free alternatives (Patagonia H2No, Arc'teryx Zephyr water-repellent coating) exist but typically cost more. If low-PFAS apparel is a priority, this jacket offers no advantage over mass-market competitors and a disadvantage versus premium eco-conscious brands.
If you buy it
Wash infrequently and use cool water with mild detergent to slow water-repellent coating degradation; hot water and frequent washing accelerate both coating breakdown and potential shedding. Avoid dry cleaning. Store in a dry place away from direct sunlight to minimize UV-driven coating breakdown. Replace the water-repellent coating after 2-3 years or when water no longer beads on the fabric; aftermarket water-repellent sprays are available but also often fluorinated.
What we don’t know
- Basis
- Model estimate, 45% confidence, not a lab result
- Lab test
- None on record for this exact product
- Brand statement
- Rossignol has made none
Formulations change between production runs, so check the current label. How we grade.
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