Roxy · Ski & Snowboard Jackets
Roxy Women's Jet Ski Jacket
Water sports jackets typically use PFAS-based water-repellent coating, no public disclosure from Roxy creates concern.
Designed for water sports, this Jet Ski Jacket almost certainly has a water-repellent coating finish, which traditionally relies on PFAS chemistry. Roxy makes no PFAS avoidance claims or transparency.
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Material
Polyester/nylon with water-repellent (water-repellent coating) coating, unspecified
Brand disclosure
Brand is silent on PFAS
Lab data
No public lab test
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What Roxy Women's Jet Ski Jacket is made of, ingredients and materials
The Roxy Jet Ski Jacket is constructed from polyester and nylon with a water-repellent coating (water-repellent coating) coating applied to the outer shell. water-repellent coating coatings on water sports apparel are almost universally PFAS-based (fluorinated compounds) because they provide the water-shedding performance needed for wet conditions. The polyester and nylon fibers themselves are stable synthetic materials with minimal leaching risk under normal wear, but the water-repellent coating chemistry is where chemical exposure potential concentrates.
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
Water-repellent finishes on outdoor jackets are predominantly PFAS-based; Roxy's non-disclosure strongly suggests this jacket contains fluorinated compounds. No public reformulation announcement has been made.
Source, ATSDR ↗Formaldehyde / VOCs
Polyester and nylon can receive formaldehyde-based finishing treatments for wrinkle resistance or shape retention. No product-specific testing is publicly available; risk is low if present at typical residual levels.
Source, ATSDR ↗Azo dyes (if jacket is dyed)
Polyester apparel frequently uses azo dyes. If the jacket's color is achieved via synthetic dyes, some azo dyes can cleave to release aromatic amines under sweat and friction. No brand statement on dye restriction is available.
Microplastic shedding during wear and wash
Polyester and nylon jackets shed microfibers during washing and wear, particularly at seams and high-stress areas. While the fibers themselves are inert, their accumulation in waterways is an environmental concern.
Coating degradation and secondary chemical exposure
As water-repellent coating coatings degrade over time and with washing, the textile beneath becomes exposed and may shed more readily. Degraded coatings can also release particles; replacement is preferable to attempting re-treatment.
The full breakdown
The brand's record and disclosure
Roxy (owned by Quiksilver Inc.) has not publicly committed to PFAS phase-out or disclosed which specific water-repellent coating chemistry is used in this jacket. No major recalls related to chemical composition are on record for this product line. However, the brand's silence on water-repellent coating sourcing is notable given that competitor brands (Arc'teryx, Patagonia) have begun transitioning to PFAS-free or reduced-PFAS alternatives, suggesting that public disclosure and reformulation are technically feasible.
How it compares in its category
Water sports jackets universally rely on water-repellent coating coatings, making this a category-wide issue rather than a Roxy-specific flaw. Most major ski and water-sports brands still use legacy PFAS-based formulations; Roxy's position is typical but not leading. Brands pursuing PFAS-free water-repellent coating (fewer in this performance category) exist but remain premium-priced and less common in women's recreational sports wear.
If you buy it
Wash separately in cold water with mild detergent to minimize water-repellent coating reactivation treatments (which may reintroduce PFAS). Avoid machine drying on high heat, as elevated temperatures can theoretically increase volatilization of surface compounds. Replace the jacket if the water-repellent coating visibly degrades (water no longer beads), rather than reapplying commercial water-repellent coating sprays. Minimize skin contact with untreated seams and inside surfaces during intense use.
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
- Roxy has made none
Formulations change between production runs, so check the current label. How we grade.
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