Stöckli · Ski & Snowboard Jackets
Stöckli Wrx 4-way Stretch Ski Green Jacket Men's Size S / 46-48
Moderate concern; ski jackets typically use PFAS-based water-repellent coating treatments, no disclosure from Stöckli.
This 4-way stretch polyester ski jacket has a water-repellent water-repellent coating finish, a category historically tied to PFAS-based durable water repellency. Stöckli makes no PFAS-free commitment or third-party verification.
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Material
Polyester with water-repellent coating water-repellent finish
Brand disclosure
Brand is silent on PFAS
Lab data
No public lab test
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What Stöckli Wrx 4-way Stretch Men's Size S / is made of, ingredients and materials
This jacket is polyester (a synthetic petroleum-derived polymer) with a 4-way stretch construction and a water-repellent coating (water-repellent coating) finish applied to the surface. water-repellent coating coatings on ski jackets are almost universally PFAS-based (perfluorinated compounds) unless explicitly labeled otherwise, because they provide the water-shedding durability needed for winter sports. The polyester itself is stable and non-leaching under normal wear; the hazard lies entirely in the finish and how it degrades with washing and abrasion.
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.
water-repellent coating degradation and microparticle release
Stöckli does not disclose the water-repellent coating formulation. Standard PFAS-based coatings shed microscopic particles with washing and abrasion; polyester sheds these along with synthetic fibers, particularly in water. Inhalation risk during wear is negligible, but dermal and ingestion pathways increase with frequent laundering.
Polyester antimony content
Polyester fibers may contain antimony (a catalyst used in polymerization). Stöckli provides no material specification sheets. Antimony migration to skin under prolonged contact or sweat exposure is low but not ruled out, especially if the fabric is not well-stabilized during manufacturing.
Formaldehyde / VOCs
4-way stretch polyester sometimes uses formaldehyde-based resins in the elastic or finishing process to improve recovery and durability. Stöckli provides no process transparency. Formaldehyde off-gassing risk is typically minimal in outerwear but increases with storage in warm, humid environments.
Source, ATSDR ↗Azo dyes in the green colorant
The green colorant may use azo dyes, which can release carcinogenic amines under reduction (e.g., with sweat or urine in acidic conditions). Stöckli has no disclosed dye standards or testing. Risk is low for external wear but increases with prolonged contact or abrasion against skin.
What’s reassuring
Lead
Ski jackets do not typically contain lead-glazed components, cadmium, or added flame retardants. Polyester itself is not classified as a flame retardant textile and requires no regulatory treatment in most jurisdictions.
Source, ATSDR ↗How is this PFAS grade calculated?
The brand's record and disclosure
Stöckli is a Swiss ski apparel company with no publicly available statements on PFAS use, PFAS-free alternatives, or chemical transparency in their supply chain. No certifications from Bluesign, GOTS, or similar third-party chemical audits appear on record for this brand. The silence on water-repellent coating treatment composition is typical of smaller specialty brands but represents a red flag for consumers seeking lower-PFAS options.
How it compares in its category
Most ski jackets in the mid-premium segment (Stöckli's tier) use PFAS-based water-repellent coating without disclosure. Competitors like Patagonia, Arc'teryx, and The North Face increasingly disclose PFAS-free or PFC-free options, setting a higher standard. Stöckli offers no such transparency, placing it in the lower half of disclosure practices for performance outerwear.
If you buy it
Minimize water-repellent coating shedding by avoiding hot water washes and frequent dry cleaning; cold or warm water and gentle cycles extend the coating life and reduce microparticle release. Do not machine dry or expose to high heat, which can degrade the polyester and water-repellent coating simultaneously. Replace when water no longer beads on the fabric surface (typically 3-5 years with moderate use), and dispose of worn jackets at textile recyclers rather than landfill to reduce environmental PFAS leaching.
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
- Stöckli has made none
Formulations change between production runs, so check the current label. How we grade.
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