Are PFAS being banned in outdoor clothing?

Regulatory momentum against PFAS in clothing is building globally. The EU is advancing a comprehensive PFAS restriction proposal that would ban the use of all PFAS in textiles, including outdoor gear, with implementation expected in the coming years. Several US states including California, Maine, and New York have passed or proposed legislation restricting PFAS in apparel. These regulations reflect growing scientific consensus about the health and environmental harms of forever chemicals.

Major outdoor brands are already transitioning. Gore-Tex has committed to eliminating PFAS from its consumer products, and brands like Patagonia and The North Face have begun offering PFAS-free product lines. The industry's own shift demonstrates that effective waterproofing is achievable without fluorinated chemistry.

For consumers, the regulatory trajectory is clear: PFAS in clothing is being phased out. Choosing PFAS-free products now puts you ahead of the curve and avoids accumulating more of these persistent chemicals in your body and home. ONDU's curation already excludes PFAS-treated products, aligning with where the industry and regulations are heading.