Salomon Men's Bonatti Jacket
water-repellent coating chemistry not stated. Brand has no PFAS statement on record.
This nylon jacket has a water-repellent coating waterproof coating. The coating's chemistry is not disclosed. Salomon has no public statement on PFAS in this product.
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Material
nylon with water-repellent coating waterproof coating
Lab data
No public lab test
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What Salomon Men's Bonatti Jacket is made of, ingredients and materials
The Bonatti is nylon (likely 100% or nylon-dominant blend) with a water-repellent coating (water-repellent coating) finish applied to the surface. water-repellent coating coatings shed water without letting it soak in, which is essential for a rain jacket. The nylon base itself is inert and non-toxic in normal use. The water-repellent coating is where chemical concern arises, most nylon jackets in this price range use Teflon-family coating-based water-repellent coating, which introduces PFAS. No public information suggests Salomon uses fluorine-free water-repellent coating on this model.
What’s concerning
Waterproof / stain-resistant treatment
Water-repellent coating treatments have historically used PFAS.
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.
PFAS
Nylon jackets with water-repellent coating finishes typically use PFAS-based chemistry; Salomon has disclosed nothing to contradict this for the Bonatti. water-repellent coating coatings are designed to remain on the fabric surface and degrade over time, shedding into wash water and eventual waterways.
Source, ATSDR ↗Formaldehyde / VOCs
Some water-resistant and wrinkle-resistant finishes applied to nylon can contain formaldehyde donors. The Bonatti is marketed as a technical shell, not wrinkle-resistant, reducing this risk, but water-repellent coating application methods are not disclosed.
Source, ATSDR ↗Coating degradation and particulate shedding
Microfiber and coating particle shedding from synthetic rain jackets during washing is documented in textile studies. The Bonatti's water-repellent coating will shed during laundering; extent depends on age and wash frequency. This is a wear mechanism, not a manufacturing defect.
What’s reassuring
Azo dyes in colored nylon
Modern nylon fabrics sold by major brands typically comply with OEKO-TEX or equivalent dye standards, which restrict toxic azo dyes. Salomon does not highlight dye safety; no recalls or safety issues for this model are on record, suggesting standard compliance.
Heavy metals
No recalls or public safety findings for Salomon apparel related to cadmium, lead, or other heavy metals in color. Industry compliance with REACH and OEKO-TEX is standard; no specific evidence suggests the Bonatti deviates.
Source, FDA ↗How is this PFAS grade calculated?
The brand's record and disclosure
Salomon (owned by Amer Sports) has not publicly committed to phasing out PFAS in apparel or disclosed which products use PFAS-free finishes. The brand does not list chemical composition on product pages or sustainability reports in ways that address water-repellent coating chemistry. This silence contrasts with competitors like Patagonia and Arc'teryx, which have made partial commitments to fluorine-free alternatives. Salomon's lack of transparency makes it impossible to confirm whether this specific jacket uses legacy PFAS or newer, slightly lower-impact variants.
How it compares in its category
Most mainstream nylon rain jackets in Salomon's market segment (mid-range outdoor) still use Teflon-family coating water-repellent coating; the Bonatti is typical, not exceptional. Brands offering explicitly fluorine-free alternatives (Patagonia H2No, Arc'teryx with non-fluorinated finishes, Fjallraven) exist but command premium prices or reduced water-shedding performance. The Bonatti is competitively priced and functionally standard. If PFAS avoidance is a priority, switching to a fluorine-free certified jacket requires deliberate sourcing and often costs more.
If you buy it
Wash infrequently in cold water with gentle detergent; hot water and aggressive laundry can degrade the water-repellent coating finish and potentially mobilize surface coatings. Avoid high-heat drying; air dry or use low heat. water-repellent coating coatings wear down over 2-5 years depending on use; when water stops beading on the fabric, the coating is degraded and renewal products (which also contain fluorochemicals) become an option. Do not machine wash excessively or use heavy-duty cycles, as these reduce coating lifespan and may increase particulate shedding.
What is not known about PFAS in this product?
- Basis
- Model estimate, 42% 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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