Watertight Ii Jacket youth boys

Use:

• To keep children dry and comfortable during heavy rain thanks to its waterproof and breathable construction with fully sealed seams.
• Ideal for outdoor activities such as hiking and trekking, where protection against unpredictable weather is essential for young adventurers.
• Perfect for daily use on rainy days, whether for going to school, playing in the park, or any urban adventure, ensuring the child stays dry.
• Designed by Columbia to offer a reliable barrier against moisture without sacrificing comfort, allowing young explorers to enjoy the outdoors regardless of the weather.
• Its youth-specific design ensures a proper and comfortable fit for children's proportions, maximizing protection and freedom of movement.

Features:

• Omni-Tech™ waterproof and breathable technology with fully sealed seams, which prevents moisture from penetrating inside, keeping the user completely dry.
• Full mesh lining that enhances breathability, facilitating air circulation and preventing internal moisture buildup for greater comfort during activity.
• Fixed and adjustable hood, designed to effectively seal out rain and wind, offering additional protection for the head and face.
• Zippered side pockets, which allow for secure storage of small personal items, keeping them dry and accessible at all times.
• Adjustable cuffs that provide a personalized and versatile fit, helping to prevent cold and water from entering through the sleeves.
• Strategically placed reflective detail to improve the child's visibility in low light or bad weather conditions, increasing their safety.
• Youth-specific design, with a center back length of 53.3 cm (21.0 inches), ensuring a proper and comfortable fit for their proportions.
• Regular Fit, offering a universal and loose cut for a comfortable range of motion during various activities.
• Intentionally designed without PFAS (per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances), using an alternative DWR (Durable Water Repellent) finish that repels water without harming the environment.

Materials:

• Omni-Tech™ Plain Weave 2L outer shell made of 100% nylon; this layer is responsible for waterproofness and wind resistance, with a special coating and sealed seams that block water entry. Its 2-layer (2L) construction involves a waterproof/breathable membrane laminated to the outer fabric, offering durability and effective protection against the elements.
• Inner lining made of 100% polyester mesh; this lightweight and breathable material helps manage internal moisture, allowing sweat vapor to escape and improving overall comfort by preventing a sticky feeling.

Eco-Certificates and Brand Sustainability Practices:

• This product has been xxintentionally designed without PFAS (per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances)xx, known as "forever chemicals," using instead a durable water repellent (DWR) treatment that does not harm the environment, thereby reducing the product's ecological impact.
• As part of its commitment to responsible production, xxColumbia is a bluesign® system partner, indicating an effort to use chemicals and resources sustainablyxx in parts of its supply chain, aiming to minimize environmental impact.
• The brand implements its xxStandards of Manufacturing Practices (SMP), which aim to ensure fair, safe, and respectful working conditionsxx in the factories where products like this jacket are made.
• By using the xxHigg Index (Facility Environmental Module - FEM), Columbia evaluates and seeks to improve the environmental performance of its production facilitiesxx, promoting resource efficiency and emissions reduction.
• Columbia participates in the xxSocial & Labor Converged Assessment Framework (SLCP) to promote standardized and efficient social and labor auditsxx, improving working conditions in its supply chain.
• The jacket is manufactured under a xxstrict Columbia Restricted Substances List (RSL), limiting the use of potentially hazardous chemicalsxx to protect both young consumers and the planet.
• xxColumbia's ReThreads Program promotes circularity in the apparel industryxx, offering options for the collection and recycling or reuse of garments at the end of their useful life, helping to reduce textile waste.
• Columbia is a member of the xxAFIRM Group, actively collaborating with other brands for the management and reduction of restricted chemical substancesxx in the textile and footwear industry supply chain.
• Through its participation in the xxApparel Impact Institute (Aii) and its Clean by Design program, Columbia supports initiatives to improve resource efficiency (water, energy, chemicals)xx and reduce environmental impact in wet textile manufacturing processes.
• In line with its commitment to transparency, xxColumbia publishes a Supply Chain Statementxx, detailing its efforts to combat modern slavery and human trafficking, complying with regulations such as the UK Modern Slavery Act.
• Additionally, the brand demonstrates a commitment to sustainability through its membership in the xxOutdoor Industry Association (OIA) Climate Action Corpsxx, its alignment with the xxUnited Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs)xx, the use of xxOpen Supply Hub (OSH)xx for supply chain transparency, and its adherence to xxSASB reporting standardsxx. It also supports various social initiatives like xxRISExx and collaborates with foundations such as xxPlanet Water Foundation, National Park Foundation, Conservation International, Captains For Clean Water, Ocean Conservancy, UK National Parks, and Transition Projectsxx.