At lululemon, the health and safety of our guests is our top priority. Product quality and sustainability are foundational to who we are at lululemon and are commitments that we make to our guests.
lululemon does not use PFAS in products today
Our dedicated team of supply chain specialists and chemical engineers work closely with industry partners and third-party experts to ensure our products are safe and of the highest quality.
What are PFAS?
PFAS, or per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances, were invented in the late 1930s and designed for resistance to heat, oil, stains, and water. In apparel, they have historically been used in some durable water repellent products.
Over the last several years, research has emerged, along with legislation and regulations, to phase out the use of PFAS across industries and consumer products.
lululemon’s approach
We remain committed to working directly with industry and government partners to continually innovate and improve the safety and sustainability of our products and supply chain.
How we manage product safety specific to PFAS
Chemistry is an integral part of producing apparel, and we take a stringent approach to chemical management, including supplier collaboration, rigorous testing and third-party verification.
Since 2011, we have maintained a Restricted Substances List that outlines our standards for chemicals in products. Our Restricted Substances List is based on worldwide regulatory standards and is regularly monitored and updated annually to incorporate changes in manufacturing chemistry, government regulations, industry best practices, and scientific knowledge.
We require all our vendors to regularly conduct testing for restricted substances, including PFAS, by credible third-party agencies to confirm ongoing compliance. Our ongoing focus is to help prevent the unintentional reintroduction of PFAS into our products through ongoing testing, monitoring, and collaboration with suppliers and third parties.
Learn more
More information on our policies, including our Restricted Substances program, is available on our website.