Toni Sailer · Ski & Snowboard Jackets
Toni Sailer Men Ski Jacket MATTI sky high
Skip unless Toni Sailer clarifies their water-repellent coating treatment chemistry.
Toni Sailer does not publicly disclose whether the MATTI jacket uses PFAS-based or fluorine-free water-repellent finishes. Premium ski apparel typically relies on water-repellent coating coatings, historically PFAS-heavy, though modern alternatives exist. Brand transparency or certification is missing.
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Material
Polyamide shell with waterproof/breathable coating (type unspecified)
Brand disclosure
Brand is silent on PFAS
Lab data
No public lab test
What Toni Sailer Men Ski Jacket MATTI sky high is made of, ingredients and materials
The MATTI is a polyamide (nylon) shell with an unspecified waterproof/breathable coating, likely a polyurethane or polyester laminate. Polyamide itself is a stable synthetic fiber with low leaching risk in normal wear. The coating's durability and chemical composition are the critical unknowns, Toni Sailer does not publicly disclose whether their water-repellent coating (water-repellent coating) treatment uses fluorinated compounds (PFAS), silicone-based, or paraffin-based chemistry. This opacity is the primary concern.
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.
Polyurethane/polyester laminate coating degradation
Polyamide coatings degrade over time with UV, heat, and wash stress, potentially releasing microparticles or leachable oligomers. No specific degradation timeline is disclosed for the MATTI jacket.
VOC off-gassing from laminate adhesives and coatings
Polyurethane laminates and adhesives can off-gas volatile organic compounds, particularly when new and in warm conditions. Airing the jacket before first wear reduces this minor exposure.
Moisture trap and mold growth in seams
If the breathable coating fails or seams are not sealed, trapped moisture can promote bacterial or fungal growth in the insulation layer (if present). Proper air-drying and storage prevents this.
What’s reassuring
Azo dyes in polyamide dye processes
Polyamide fabrics can be dyed with azo compounds; no safety incident or non-compliance is on record for Toni Sailer, but brand does not publish dyeing chemistry or restricted substance standards.
Formaldehyde / VOCs
Polyamide jackets sometimes receive formaldehyde-based wrinkle or shape-retention finishes; Toni Sailer does not disclose finish chemistry, so risk cannot be ruled out.
Source, ATSDR ↗The full breakdown
The brand's record and disclosure
Toni Sailer is an Austrian luxury ski brand with no publicly available statements on PFAS avoidance, chemical transparency, or third-party certifications (Bluesign, OEKO-TEX, Cradle to Cradle). No major recalls or chemical incidents are on record for this brand. The lack of proactive disclosure on water-repellent coating treatment chemistry is unusual for premium-positioned outerwear and suggests either standard fluorinated water-repellent coating use or indifference to consumer concern about PFAS.
How it compares in its category
Premium ski jackets in this price tier typically use fluorinated water-repellent coating (PFAS) or increasingly move to fluorine-free alternatives (silicone, wax blends). Brands like Patagonia, Arc'teryx, and Rab now label water-repellent coating type; Toni Sailer's silence puts it behind the transparency curve. Polyamide shells are standard and not a safety concern; the coating choice is where this product's hazard profile diverges from competitors.
If you buy it
Wash sparingly in cold water; use a gentle synthetic detergent and avoid fabric softeners, which strip water-repellent coating. Do not dry-clean (solvents can mobilize coating chemicals). Air-dry completely away from heat sources before storing. If you have concerns about PFAS exposure, contact Toni Sailer directly and request water-repellent coating chemistry disclosure before purchase; silence often means fluorinated compounds. Replace if the coating begins to delaminate or lose water repellency (typically 3-5 years of regular use).
What we don’t know
- Basis
- Model estimate, 35% confidence, not a lab result
- Lab test
- None on record for this exact product
- Brand statement
- Toni Sailer has made none
Formulations change between production runs, so check the current label. How we grade.
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