Salomon · Waterproof Bags & Luggage
Salomon Container 100 Duffels & Luggage
Duffel likely has water-repellent coating; PFAS risk unclear without disclosure.
Salomon Container duffle bags use treated nylon for water resistance, but the brand does not disclose water-repellent coating chemistry. Typical travel duffels may use PFAS-based water repellents; confirm directly with Salomon before purchasing.
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Material
Nylon/polyester fabric with waterproof coating
Lab data
No public lab test
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What Salomon Container 100 Duffels & Luggage is made of, ingredients and materials
The Salomon Container 100 uses nylon and polyester fabrics, both synthetic polymers that are inherently stable and do not leach chemicals into contents during normal use. The waterproof coating applied to these materials is the primary concern, most water-repellent coating (water-repellent coating) finishes in this price and performance tier historically used PFAS-based chemistry (like C8 or C6 compounds), though some manufacturers have shifted to alternatives not linked to PFAS. Salomon has not publicly disclosed which chemistry their coating uses, making the actual PFAS risk opaque for this specific product.
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
Most nylon duffels of this era and price point use PFAS-based water repellent finishes; Salomon's silence on chemistry means PFAS presence is plausible but unconfirmed. No specific test data or recalls on record for this product.
Source, ATSDR ↗What’s reassuring
Microplastics
Nylon and polyester shed microfibers during washing and wear, but this is a property of the material class, not a Salomon-specific defect. No documented hazard specific to this duffel model.
Source, EPA ↗Coating adhesion and off-gassing
No recalls or complaints on record for the Container 100 relating to coating flaking, odor, or chemical release. Properly cured water-repellent coating coatings on nylon are generally stable at room temperature.
Heavy metals
No documented contamination with lead, cadmium, or other heavy metals in Salomon nylon luggage. Industry standard dyeing practices for synthetic fabrics do not typically introduce these hazards, though regulatory testing is not public.
Source, FDA ↗Formaldehyde / VOCs
Nylon and polyester fabrics are not treated with formaldehyde-based resins (unlike some cotton or wrinkle-resistant textiles). No evidence of this hazard in this product category or brand.
Source, ATSDR ↗How is this PFAS grade calculated?
The brand's record and disclosure
Salomon, owned by Amer Sports, has no widely documented commitment to PFAS phase-out or transparency in their luggage line, unlike some competitors who have begun disclosing water-repellent coating chemistry. The brand has not published materials testing reports or environmental/safety certifications specific to the Container 100 duffel. This silence does not confirm PFAS presence but reflects a broader industry norm where outdoor gear manufacturers often do not voluntarily disclose coating chemistry unless pressed by regulation or marketing pressure.
How it compares in its category
Nylon/polyester duffels are industry standard for luggage; this material class carries lower chemical risk than, for example, PVC or vinyl alternatives. Competitors like Osprey, Peak Design, and some major luggage brands have begun disclosing PFAS-free water-repellent coating or offering PFAS-free models, making them slightly more transparent choices. The Salomon Container 100 is positioned as a mid-range travel/sport duffel; its hazard profile is typical for the category but less transparent than leading alternatives.
If you buy it
Use the duffel for its intended purpose (dry bag, travel storage) without concern for off-gassing or leaching into soft goods or food under normal conditions. Avoid prolonged high heat (do not machine wash in hot water or dry at high temperatures) as heat can accelerate any coating degradation, though this is unlikely to occur in typical use. If water-repellent coating performance fades after years, replacement is the practical option rather than re-treatment, which may introduce additional chemicals. Store in a cool, dry place to extend the coating life and minimize any potential long-term degradation.
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
- Salomon has made a specific claim
Formulations change between production runs, so check the current label. How we grade.
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- Polyurethane foam degradation and off-gassing
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