Roxy · Ski & Snowboard Jackets
ROXY Women's Shelter Jacket
Avoid until Roxy discloses coating chemistry, waterproof jackets commonly use PFAS-based water-repellent coating.
This polyester jacket includes a waterproof coating, a category where PFAS-based water-repellent coating finishes remain industry standard. Roxy provides no disclosure on coating chemistry or PFAS status.
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Material
polyester with waterproof/water-resistant coating
Brand disclosure
Brand is silent on PFAS
Lab data
No public lab test
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What ROXY Women's Shelter Jacket is made of, ingredients and materials
The Roxy Shelter Jacket is polyester shell fabric with a water-repellent coating (water-repellent coating) topcoat and likely a waterproof membrane underneath. Polyester itself is chemically stable and does not leach plasticizers or endocrine disruptors under normal wear conditions. The hazard resides entirely in the water-repellent coating applied to the exterior, which in the ski and snowboard jacket category is predominantly PFAS-based (per-and polyfluoroalkyl substances) to achieve durability across seasons. This coating is not labeled on Roxy's product pages.
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.
water-repellent coating degradation and re-coating products
As the factory water-repellent coating wears, users reapply commercial water-repellent coating sprays, many of which still contain PFAS or other fluorinated compounds. Roxy does not prescribe a PFAS-free refresh method, leaving users to choose blind.
Formaldehyde / VOCs
Some polyester dyeing and finishing processes can use formaldehyde-releasing resins for wrinkle resistance or color fastness. Not confirmed for this specific model; no safety alerts on record.
Source, ATSDR ↗VOC off-gassing from waterproof membrane adhesives
Laminated waterproof membranes (likely present in a ski jacket) are glued to polyester backing with polyurethane or PVC-based adhesives that may off-gas volatile organic compounds during the first weeks of wear. Ventilation during initial use minimizes exposure.
What’s reassuring
Polyester antimony catalyst residues
Polyester fiber production can involve antimony oxide as a catalyst. Standard wash and wear does not mobilize antimony from solid polyester. No reports of leaching from Roxy polyester ski jackets.
The full breakdown
The brand's record and disclosure
Roxy (owned by Quiksilver Inc.) has not published a formal water-repellent coating chemistry disclosure or PFAS elimination commitment as of public record. The brand does not advertise PFAS-free or fluorocarbon-free construction for this model. No recalls or safety incidents specific to this jacket are documented. Industry-wide, major competitors (Patagonia, Arc'teryx, The North Face) have begun disclosing or transitioning to PFAS alternatives, making Roxy's silence a relative weakness in category transparency.
How it compares in its category
Most waterproof ski and snowboard jackets at this price point and durability tier use PFAS-based water-repellent coating coatings; the Shelter Jacket is typical in that regard. Some competitors now offer products with wax-based or other fluorocarbon-free water-repellent coating alternatives, though these may require more frequent reapplication. The Shelter Jacket's waterproofing performance is competitive for the category, but purchasers do not have confirmed assurance that it avoids legacy PFAS formulations.
If you buy it
Machine wash in cool water with minimal detergent and air dry; avoid high-heat tumble drying, which can degrade polyester and any coating. Do not iron or expose to direct heat sources. Reapply water-repellent coating annually or when water no longer beads on the fabric (check Roxy's care label for approved refresh products, which may themselves contain PFAS or non-fluorinated alternatives). Store in a breathable bag to prevent mildew; moisture trapped against the polyester for months can promote mold growth, though this poses no chemical leaching risk.
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
- Roxy has made none
Formulations change between production runs, so check the current label. How we grade.
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