Hylea
Suitcase
Rolling luggage and hard-shell or soft-sided suitcases for travel. Made from various plastics, fabrics, and metal components.
Why It Matters
Clothes packed in suitcases absorb any off-gassing chemicals. Water and stain-resistant coatings often contain PFAS. New luggage smell indicates VOC release.
Chemicals of Concern in This Product
PFAS (Per- and Polyfluoroalkyl Substances)
A large group of synthetic chemicals known as 'forever chemicals' because they don't...
Phthalates
A group of chemicals used to make plastics more flexible and harder to break. Also used as...
VOCs (Volatile Organic Compounds)
A broad category of chemicals that easily evaporate at room temperature, releasing gases into...
Ingredient Red Flags
Watch for these on ingredient labels:
- Strong chemical smell
- Heavy stain-resistant marketing
- Very cheap soft-sided luggage
What to Look For
- ✓PFAS-free fabric treatments
- ✓Hard shell options (less chemical treatment)
- ✓Recycled materials
- ✓Minimal coatings and treatments
Finding Safer Options
Hard-shell aluminum or polycarbonate suitcases. Brands using recycled and PFAS-free materials like Away or Paravel. Air out new luggage before packing clothes.