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Salomon Men's Bonatti Waterproof Jacket
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Bonatti jacket uses standard water-repellent coating with unspecified chemistry. Salomon provides no public disclosure of whether PFAS is present.
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Material
Polyester shell with water-repellent coating waterproof treatment (unspecified chemistry)
Lab data
No public lab test
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What Salomon Men's Bonatti Waterproof Jacket is made of, ingredients and materials
The Bonatti uses a polyester outer shell with a water-repellent coating (water-repellent coating) finish applied to the fabric surface. water-repellent coating treatments historically relied on PFAS "forever chemicals" (PFAS) to achieve water shedding, though some brands have shifted to PFAS-free alternatives in recent years. Salomon has not publicly specified which chemistry they use for this jacket, leaving the actual fluorochemical burden unknown. The shell itself is polyester, which is chemically stable during normal wear but can shed microfibers when abraded.
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
Salomon does not disclose whether the Bonatti uses conventional PFAS-based water-repellent coating or a PFAS-free alternative. Historical industry practice and the brand's silence suggest fluorochemical treatment is probable; this poses potential bioaccumulative exposure if the coating sheds, though dermal absorption during normal wear is minimal.
Source, ATSDR ↗Microfiber shedding from polyester shell
Polyester jackets shed microfibers during washing and abrasion, contributing to aquatic microplastic pollution. The extent varies with fabric tightness and finishing, but is unavoidable with synthetic outer shells; washing in a microfiber-catching bag or less frequently reduces load.
What’s reassuring
Formaldehyde / VOCs
Salomon does not publish formaldehyde testing or restricted substance lists for this product. Polyester textiles can contain residual formaldehyde from resin cross-linking; no specific recalls or safety alerts exist for Salomon ski jackets, but testing would be needed to confirm absence.
Source, ATSDR ↗Thermal stress of heat-sealed seams and membranes
High-temperature washing or pressing can degrade polyester and any adhesive seam tapes, potentially releasing volatile organic compounds. Normal care and avoiding dryers mitigate this; no brand-specific defects on record.
Azo dyes in dark colorways
Darker polyester jackets may use azo dyes, which can release carcinogenic amines under certain conditions (perspiration, prolonged friction). Salomon does not certify against restricted azo standards; risk is theoretical but present in the dye supply chain.
How is this PFAS grade calculated?
The brand's record and disclosure
Salomon (owned by Amer Sports) has not published a definitive PFAS phase-out commitment or waterproofing chemistry disclosure for their outerwear lines as of available public records. The brand has faced no major safety recalls or regulatory actions specific to chemical hazards in jackets. However, the silence on water-repellent coating sourcing is notably different from competitors like Patagonia and Arc'teryx, which have publicly committed to reduced-PFAS treatments or treatments with lower PFAS concern. This lack of transparency makes it difficult for consumers to assess actual risk.
How it compares in its category
Most ski jackets in the mid-premium tier still use conventional fluorocarbon water-repellent coating, though an increasing number offer PFAS-free alternatives (e.g., wax-based, silicone, or other polymer coatings). The Bonatti is positioned as a lightweight, packable option rather than a feature-rich technical piece, which typically means simpler coating systems. Without Salomon's explicit commitment, this product sits in the mainstream category where PFAS exposure risk is real but not uniquely elevated compared to similar unbranded or mid-market jackets.
If you buy it
Wash and dry the jacket according to Salomon's care label to avoid heat damage to the water-repellent coating and any synthetic coating. Do not use fabric softeners or bleach, which degrade water repellency and can react with fluorochemical finishes. Expect the water-repellent coating to degrade over 2-5 years with normal use; re-application products exist but may reintroduce PFAS depending on formulation. If PFAS avoidance is a priority, contact Salomon directly requesting their water-repellent coating supplier name before purchase, or choose a competing brand with published PFAS-free claims.
What is not known about PFAS in this product?
- Basis
- Model estimate, 35% 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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