Salomon Men's Brilliant Pant
Avoid until Salomon discloses or certifies PFAS-free status.
Salomon's polyester blend ski pant includes a water-repellent coating finish typical of technical wear, but Salomon doesn't publicly disclose PFAS content or alternatives. Industry practice remains opaque.
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Material
Polyester blend with water-repellent coating (water-repellent coating) finish
Lab data
No public lab test
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What Salomon Men's Brilliant Pant is made of, ingredients and materials
The Brilliant Pant is a polyester blend with a water-repellent coating (water-repellent coating) finish applied to the outer shell. Polyester itself is chemically stable in normal wear, but the water-repellent coating is the concern, most outdoor apparel water-repellent coating treatments historically relied on long-chain PFAS compounds, though some manufacturers have switched to alternatives not linked to PFAS. Salomon has not publicly disclosed which water-repellent coating chemistry is used in this specific pant, making the hazard profile unclear.
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 pants typically use fluorinated water-repellent coatings. Salomon has not disclosed the specific water-repellent coating chemistry (legacy PFAS, short-chain, or PFAS-free), so exposure risk cannot be ruled out. Contact the brand for clarification before purchase if PFAS is a priority concern.
Source, ATSDR ↗Coating degradation and particle shedding
As the water-repellent coating finish ages and breaks down from washing and wear, microscopic coating particles may shed into wash water or the environment. This is a general concern for all coated technical fabrics, not specific to Salomon, but warrants mindful care and eventual replacement.
What’s reassuring
Azo dyes (colorfast synthetic dyes)
No recalls or public reports of unsafe azo dye use in Salomon snow pants. Polyester apparel manufacturing in Asia can involve azo chemistry, but this product line has no documented issues.
Formaldehyde / VOCs
Formaldehyde resins are occasionally used in finishing fabrics for wrinkle resistance or crease-setting. No reports exist for this Salomon pant; polyester blends generally require minimal such treatment compared to cotton.
Source, ATSDR ↗Antimony in polyester fiber
Polyester fiber production can involve antimony trioxide as a catalyst. Finished polyester apparel does not typically leach antimony in normal wear, and no contamination has been reported for Salomon products.
How is this PFAS grade calculated?
The brand's record and disclosure
Salomon (owned by Amer Sports) has not published a comprehensive PFAS policy or testing transparency report as of available records. The brand does not market this product as PFAS-free or certified to any third-party standard (such as Bluesign or GOTS). Without direct contact with Salomon, buyers cannot confirm whether the water-repellent coating finish contains legacy PFAS, short-chain PFAS, or PFAS-free alternatives.
How it compares in its category
Most snow pants in the mid-range market use polyester shells with water-repellent coating finishes; Salomon is typical rather than distinctive here. Some competitors (e.g., Patagonia, Arc'teryx in premium tiers) have begun disclosing or certifying PFAS-free water-repellent coating, while budget brands rarely volunteer this information. Salomon's silence puts it in the mainstream category of brands that have not yet committed to transparency on this issue.
If you buy it
Wash in cool water with mild detergent and air dry to extend the water-repellent coating finish lifespan and minimize any leaching risk. Do not use fabric softeners or heat dry, which can degrade coatings and potentially increase chemical release. If you are concerned about PFAS exposure, email Salomon's customer service directly requesting third-party water-repellent coating test results or certification before purchase. Consider replacing the pant after 5-7 years of regular use, as water-repellent coating coatings degrade over time and reapplication products may carry their own chemical risks.
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.
What are the PFAS-free alternatives to Salomon Men's Brilliant Pant?
- nylon blend with water-repellent coating water-repellent treatment
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- water-repellent coating chemistry (unspecified)
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- Nylon blend with water-repellent coating treatment (likely fluorocarbon-based)
- The brand calls it PFAS-free, which we have not verified
- PFAS
3 hazards checked on this product, all on its full breakdown.
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