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Stoic Jackets & Coats Unisex Stoic Shell Full-Zip Ski Snowboard Jacket
Avoid until brand discloses water-repellent coating chemistry or certifies PFAS-free.
Stöckli does not disclose what water-repellent chemistry is used on this ski jacket. Ski and snowboard outerwear typically relies on fluorinated water-repellent coating treatments, with PFAS content unknown.
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Material
Polyester shell with water-repellent coating (water-repellent coating) coating, type unspecified
Brand disclosure
Brand is silent on PFAS
Lab data
No public lab test
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What Stoic Jackets & Coats Snowboard Jacket is made of, ingredients and materials
This jacket is polyester shell with a water-repellent coating (water-repellent coating) finish applied to the fabric surface. water-repellent coating coatings are historically the primary source of PFAS in outdoor apparel, though some brands have shifted to PFAS-free alternatives. Stöckli has not publicly specified which water-repellent coating chemistry is used on this model, leaving the PFAS risk unclear. Polyester itself is not inherently hazardous, but the finish matters enormously for this product category.
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
Stöckli has not disclosed whether this jacket uses legacy perfluorinated water-repellent coating (likely PFAS-containing) or newer fluorine-free alternatives. PFAS accumulates in blood and environment with long-term exposure; graded separately as 20/100 due to brand silence.
Source, ATSDR ↗Coating degradation and environmental release
As the water-repellent coating breaks down through wear and washing, any PFAS compounds in that finish may leach into water or be released as particles. Risk severity depends on the water-repellent coating type, which Stöckli has not revealed.
What’s reassuring
Microplastics
Polyester outer shells shed microfibers during washing and wear; no brand-specific data on microplastic release from this jacket exists. Standard laundry practices (gentle washing, mesh bags) minimize this risk for all polyester outerwear.
Source, EPA ↗Formaldehyde / VOCs
Some polyester jackets use formaldehyde-based finishing resins for wrinkle resistance or crease-setting. No evidence suggests Stöckli uses such treatments on this model, but manufacturing details are not public.
Source, ATSDR ↗Heavy metals
Dark-colored polyester can be dyed with azo dyes containing aromatic amines; no recall or testing data links Stöckli jackets to such dyes. This is a low risk in contemporary European manufacturing but remains undisclosed.
Source, FDA ↗How is this PFAS grade calculated?
The brand's record and disclosure
Stöckli is a Swiss skiing and outdoor equipment brand with limited public chemical disclosure on their website or product labels. No independent certifications (such as bluesign, GOTS, or manufacturer pledges to PFAS-free chemistry) are marketed for this jacket. The brand has not issued a public statement on PFAS elimination or water-repellent coating sourcing. This silence is typical of mid-tier outdoor brands and reflects a gap in accountability compared to leading competitors.
How it compares in its category
Major ski jacket brands (Patagonia, Arc'teryx, The North Face) now offer PFAS-free water-repellent coating options or certify their chemistry; Stöckli does not. This jacket sits in the mid-market segment where transparency is inconsistent. Without disclosure, this product carries higher uncertainty than competitors at the same price point that have committed to lower-concern water-repellent coating formulations. Budget-tier jackets often use legacy PFAS chemistry, while premium brands have largely moved away.
If you buy it
Wash the jacket in cool water with minimal detergent, as harsh washing can degrade the water-repellent coating and release coating particles. Do not dry-clean or expose to high heat, which can break down polyester and any finish components. Expect to re-apply water-repellent coating treatment every 1-2 seasons if water beading diminishes; use a PFAS-free water-repellent coating spray when doing so. If PFAS disclosure becomes critical to your purchasing decision, contact Stöckli directly to ask about the water-repellent coating type before purchase.
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
- Stoic has made none
Formulations change between production runs, so check the current label. How we grade.
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