Salomon Women's Bonatti Waterproof Jacket
Waterproof jacket with unknown water-repellent coating chemistry. Request specifics from Salomon.
Salomon does not disclose PFAS status for this jacket's waterproof treatment. Modern outdoor brands increasingly use PFAS-free water-repellent coating coatings, but confirmation is needed.
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Material
Nylon with water-repellent coating waterproof treatment
Lab data
No public lab test
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What Salomon Women's Bonatti Waterproof Jacket is made of, ingredients and materials
The Bonatti is constructed from nylon with a water-repellent coating (water-repellent coating) finish applied to the outer surface. water-repellent coating coatings shed water but are invisible to the eye; their chemistry is not disclosed by Salomon in publicly available product documentation. Nylon itself is stable and does not leach chemicals during normal wear, but the water-repellent coating treatment is the critical unknown, as many brands historically used fluorinated (PFAS) compounds for water resistance until recently.
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.
Formaldehyde / VOCs
Nylon fabrics often receive durable finishing treatments that may include formaldehyde-releasing resins or cross-linkers. No test data is publicly available for the Bonatti specifically, but outdoor apparel with water-repellent coating treatments commonly incorporates such resins to bind coatings to fibers.
Source, ATSDR ↗Microplastic shedding from coating degradation
As the water-repellent coating wears or is damaged, nylon microfibers and coating particles may shed during washing and wear. This is a known issue with many synthetic outerwear jackets but is not unique to Salomon and cannot be eliminated entirely.
water-repellent coating leachables (unspecified chemistry)
Fluorinated and non-fluorinated water-repellent coating coatings can leach into sweat and water during wear or washing. Because Salomon has not specified whether the Bonatti uses fluorinated or fluorine-free water-repellent coating, the type and extent of potential leaching cannot be assessed.
What’s reassuring
Azo dyes or reactive dyes in fabric
Salomon does not publish dyestuff certifications for the Bonatti. Nylon can be dyed with both regulated and restricted azo compounds; without third-party testing or Bluesign certification, specific dye safety cannot be confirmed.
Antimony in polyester thread or trims (if present)
The primary shell is nylon, but zippers, thread, and reinforcements may include polyester or metal components. Salomon does not disclose antimony or other heavy metal use in trims and fasteners.
How is this PFAS grade calculated?
The brand's record and disclosure
Salomon has not published transparent information about water-repellent coating chemistry in this product line. The brand does not list environmental or chemical certifications (Bluesign, GOTS, or similar) on the Bonatti product page. No recalls or reported chemical incidents for this specific jacket are on record. However, Salomon's silence on water-repellent coating sources is inconsistent with competitors who now explicitly state whether coatings are fluorinated or fluorine-free.
How it compares in its category
Mid-range waterproof jackets from outdoor brands now increasingly offer fluorine-free water-repellent coating options, though premium performance usually still relies on fluorinated compounds. The Bonatti's price point and feature set suggest it may use conventional fluorinated water-repellent coating, as manufacturers often reserve costlier fluorine-free alternatives for premium lines. Competitors like Arc'teryx and Patagonia provide more transparent water-repellent coating disclosure, though they also carry higher prices.
If you buy it
Request water-repellent coating confirmation from Salomon customer service before purchase if PFAS is a concern. Wash the jacket in cool water with minimal detergent; hot water and harsh soaps can degrade the water-repellent coating and trigger potential leaching. Air-dry completely; do not tumble dry, as heat can damage both nylon and the water-repellent layer. Replace or re-treat the water-repellent coating finish every 1-2 seasons of heavy use, and check for fraying seams that might allow moisture ingress.
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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