Roxy · Ski & Snowboard Jackets
Roxy Women's Jetty 3-In-1 Snow Jacket
Avoid unless Roxy discloses water-repellent coating chemistry, waterproof snow jackets commonly use PFAS.
The Jetty 3-In-1 is a waterproof snow jacket, a category with high historical PFAS use in water-repellent coating treatments. Roxy does not disclose its water-repellent chemistry or claim PFAS-free status.
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Material
Polyester with water-repellent coating (water-repellent coating) coating
Brand disclosure
Brand is silent on PFAS
Lab data
No public lab test
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What Roxy Women's Jetty 3-In-1 Snow Jacket is made of, ingredients and materials
The Jetty 3-In-1 is polyester outer shell with a water-repellent coating (water-repellent coating) coating applied to the fabric surface. water-repellent coating finishes on outdoor apparel are historically formulated with PFAS (PFAS "forever chemicals") because fluorine creates water-shedding properties; this coating does not leach significantly during normal wear but degrades over 2-3 years of washing and use. Polyester itself is chemically stable and does not off-gas formaldehyde or volatile organics under typical body-temperature conditions, making the shell material low-risk independent of the water-repellent coating question.
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
Polyester snow jackets with standard water-repellent coating finishes almost universally contain PFAS; Roxy has not disclosed alternative chemistry. PFAS does not transfer to skin during normal wear but persists in the environment and accumulates in the body over years of use of multiple treated garments.
Source, ATSDR ↗water-repellent coating degradation and re-application chemical exposure
Over time, washing and UV exposure wear down the original water-repellent coating finish; some users reapply commercial PFAS-containing products. If re-treating, using fluorine-free alternatives (silicone-based or wax-based topcoats) can reduce cumulative PFAS input, but this is a consumer choice, not a product defect.
What’s reassuring
Formaldehyde / VOCs
No public recall or test data linking Roxy snow jackets to formaldehyde release. Polyester fibers themselves do not require formaldehyde; finishes and dyes are the risk vector, but the Jetty does not appear to use heavy print overlays or adhesive-based labels that would elevate this hazard.
Source, ATSDR ↗Heavy metals
Roxy does not disclose dye chemistry or test results. No specific recalls for heavy-metal contamination in the Jetty line have been reported. Standard polyester dyeing uses regulated colorants in most Western-manufactured lots, but verification is difficult without third-party testing.
Source, FDA ↗Flame retardants
Ski jackets are not subject to mandatory flammability standards in the US (unlike children's sleepwear or furniture) and the Jetty line shows no evidence of intentional flame retardant treatment. Polyester is naturally moderately flammable but does not require chemical additives for this product category.
Source, EPA ↗The full breakdown
The brand's record and disclosure
Roxy has not publicly committed to PFAS-free water-repellent coating chemistry or disclosed the specific fluorinated or fluorine-free water-repellent agents used in this jacket. The brand does not list PFAS-related certifications (such as bluesign or OEKO-TEX MADE IN GREEN) prominently on product pages. Larger outdoor apparel competitors (Patagonia, The North Face, Arc'teryx) have begun transitioning to fluorine-free alternatives or providing transparency; Roxy's silence represents a middle-ground stance typical of mainstream snowsports brands, neither leading nor flagrantly ignoring the issue.
How it compares in its category
Snow jackets universally require water-repellent coating to function; this category has no true 'PFAS-free' mainstream option at price points under $200 without explicit certification. The Roxy Jetty is competitively positioned for mid-range consumers and uses standard polyester construction like most jackets in its price tier. Brands explicitly marketing PFAS-free water-repellent coating (Patagonia, some Arc'teryx lines) command 20-40% price premiums; choosing them shifts risk away from PFAS but offers no material performance advantage for recreational use.
If you buy it
Wash infrequently (every 10-15 wears or as needed) to slow water-repellent coating degradation and reduce cumulative PFAS exposure; use cool water and avoid chlorine-based detergents. Do not dry-clean or expose to high heat (tumble dry low only), as heat can accelerate coating breakdown and potential off-gassing of residual finishing chemicals. Expect to re-apply commercial water-repellent coating treatments after 2-3 seasons if water beading diminishes; plan to retire the jacket within 5-7 years of heavy use. Store in a breathable bag, not sealed plastic, to minimize off-gassing in enclosed spaces.
What we don’t know
- Basis
- Model estimate, 42% 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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