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Stöckli Stockli Switzerland Winter Ski Jacket Mens Size M
Avoid until coating transparency improves, ski jackets typically use legacy water-repellent coating treatments with PFAS.
This winter ski jacket has a synthetic shell with water-repellent coating treatment, but Stöckli does not disclose PFAS status or water-repellent coating chemistry. Ski wear routinely relies on PFAS-based Teflon-family coating.
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Material
Synthetic outer shell with water-repellent coating treatment; inner lining unspecified
Brand disclosure
Brand is silent on PFAS
Lab data
No public lab test
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What Stöckli Stockli Switzerland Mens Size M is made of, ingredients and materials
Stöckli ski jackets use a synthetic outer shell (typically polyester or nylon blend) treated with water-repellent coating (water-repellent coating) finish to shed moisture and snow. The water-repellent coating is the primary chemical exposure point; most ski jackets in this price/performance tier use legacy fluorocarbon-based treatments (PFAS-containing) rather than newer fluorine-free alternatives, though Stöckli's specific chemistry is not publicly disclosed. Inner lining material is unspecified by the manufacturer, which limits ability to assess secondary chemical exposures from backing adhesives or membrane treatments.
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
Synthetic ski jacket water-repellent coating treatments are predominantly fluorocarbon-based (C6 or C8 legacy variants) unless explicitly marketed as fluorine-free. Stöckli's silence on this chemistry indicates probable PFAS presence; direct skin contact is minimal but inhalation risk during washing/reapplication and environmental persistence during laundering is established.
Source, ATSDR ↗Formaldehyde / VOCs
Wrinkle-resistance, water-proofing, and antimicrobial finishes on synthetic ski jackets may contain formaldehyde releasers or urea-formaldehyde resins. Stöckli does not publicly disclose finishing chemistry; risk is moderate because ski jackets are typically heavy-use, well-ventilated garments with limited skin contact.
Source, ATSDR ↗Off-gassing from adhesives and membranes
Laminated or membrane-lined ski jackets (inner lining unspecified for this product) may off-gas volatile organic compounds (VOCs) from polyurethane or polyester adhesives. Initial off-gassing is typically highest in the first 48-72 hours; well-ventilated storage mitigates risk.
What’s reassuring
Azo dyes in synthetic fabrics
No specific reports of azo dye use or restriction violations in Stöckli products. Synthetic polyester/nylon jackets can contain azo dyes, but reputable ski manufacturers typically comply with bluesign and OEKO-TEX standards even without certification; absence of certification does not confirm presence of banned dyes.
Antimony in polyester fiber
Antimony is used as a catalyst in polyester production and may be present at trace levels in synthetic fibers. No specific reports of excessive antimony in Stöckli jackets; catalytic residues are generally minimal and skin contact exposure is low.
How is this PFAS grade calculated?
The brand's record and disclosure
Stöckli is a Swiss ski equipment manufacturer with no publicly available chemical transparency reports, restricted substance lists, or third-party certifications (e.g., bluesign, GOTS) documented for their apparel lines. The brand has not issued statements on PFAS phase-out timelines or water-repellent coating alternatives, placing it in a passive position relative to competitors like Patagonia, Arc'teryx, and some Salomon lines that now disclose fluorine-free water-repellent coating options. No recalls or documented contamination incidents specific to Stöckli jackets are on record.
How it compares in its category
Most ski jackets at comparable mid-range price points (USD 300-600) still use PFAS-based water-repellent coating; premium brands increasingly offer fluorine-free alternatives (Paraffin or silicone-based treatments) but at higher cost. Stöckli's lack of transparency places it in the middle-to-conservative segment of the market. Budget alternatives often skip water-repellent coating or use untested coatings; high-end brands dominate the fluorine-free space, making informed comparison difficult without product-level specification sheets.
If you buy it
Wash the jacket sparingly (every 10-15 uses) in cool water with mild detergent to avoid accelerating water-repellent coating degradation and leaching; avoid dry cleaning, which can strip the coating. Do not heat-dry; air-dry only to prevent coating breakdown and minimize any volatilization of residual fluorochemicals. Expect water-repellent coating re-application every 2-3 seasons using commercial products (check for fluorine-free options at time of reapplication). Store in a well-ventilated space to allow any off-gassing to disperse, particularly during the first few weeks of ownership.
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
- Stöckli has made none
Formulations change between production runs, so check the current label. How we grade.
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