Mammut WE CARE

July 16, 2019

THE ROAD TO PHASING OUT PFC – AN UPDATE

Phasing out per- and polyfluorinated chemicals (PFCs) applied in water-repellent products is one part of Mammuts WE CARE strategy. PFCs are used for the durable water repellency (DWR) finish of the outer fabric of rain gear. Unfortunately, they decompose very slowly. Due to that fact, Mammut has been looking for solutions that will continue to ensure the high performance of its products, while at the same time reducing the environmental impact. The Swiss outdoor brand started on this journey years ago and since publishing its PFC policy in December 2016, the brand has further ramped up its efforts, participating in a research project in 2017 and doing tests in 2018.

WHAT IS MAMMUT DOING?

Mammut invests in the research of PFC alternatives. The company participates in the research project POPFREE initiated by the Research Institute of Sweden (RISE). The project not only analyzes the impact of PFCs on the environment but also that of its alternatives. Keen on gaining as much knowledge as possible, Mammut collaborates with other brands and industry partners as well as with businesses in other industries where PFCs are widely used, such as ski wax or food contact paper. Aside from having the opportunity to learn from each other, this also supports the effort of creating a strong voice requesting a change.

Furthermore, in more than 200 lab hours, Mammut conducted a total of over 400 tests on 120 different fabrics across all product categories (by using the Bundesmann test). In the tests included were various PFC-free alternatives currently available, too. The main result was that numerous factors affect the perfor- mance. Aside from the chemicals, they mainly are: the fabric construction, the production process and the overall care by the consumer. In sharing this insight, Mammut supports its suppliers during their production process.

SPRING/SUMMER 2020

Mammut’s goal is to produce only PFC-free products by 2025. The company is also taking a major step in this direction with its Spring/Summer 2020 collection – especially in the area of hardware products. For example, in the new collection 65 % of all sleeping bags are PFC-free (2019: 35%) and in the area of back- packs, bags and climbing harnesses the percentage of products without fabrics with PFC-based equipment increased from 26 % in the previous year’s collection to 47 %.

Responsible production is a high priority at Mammut throughout the entire collection. However, some prod- ucts in the SS20 collection focus specifically on sustainability, such as the Albula HS Jacket, the Comfort and Sender Chalk Bags, the Kento Guide High or the Massone Caps.

ALBULA HS HOODED JACKET WOMEN / MEN

Environmentally friendly. Comfortable. Lightweight. The Albula rain jacket is made from a 100% recycled polyester main material dyed using the environmentally friendly dope-dye method. PFC-free, lightweight, compressible.

• Adjustable hem
• Two side pockets with water-repellent zippers
• Water-repellent front zipper
• Two-point adjustment on hood
• Hook and loop fastener cuffs
• Lightweight, stretchable material for optimum comfort
• Main material layer made from 100 % recycled polyester
• Dyed using the dope-dye process for greater sustainability
• Cut: Regular Fit
• bluesign^® PRODUCT
• PFC free
• MAMMUT CONNECT inside

Activities: Multi-Day Hiking, Trekking

FACTS & FIGURES: Membrane: 100 % Polyurethane Main Material: Recycled PES edye 2,5 L Water column: 10,000 mm Vapor permeability: 10.000 g/m2/24h

Weight: 227 g (Women) / 269 g (Men) Sizes: XS – XXL (Women) / S – XXXL (Men) Colors: marine, ocean, baked, sundown (Women) / black, gentian-dark horizon, marine, dark spicy (Men)

Price: 200 Euro Available from: Spring 2020

KENTO GUIDE HIGH GTX^® WOMEN / MEN

More sustainable products thanks to the use of terracare® leather from the traditional German tannery Josef Heinen. A technical, cram- pon compatible mountaineering boot with a combination of innova- tion, sustainability and high-quality materials.

• Raised rubber rand
• Board lasting
• Crampon compatible
• Two Zone Lacing: Individual two zone lacing. Can be adjusted to person and situation
• 3D memo foam
• Pre-shaped tongue construction
• terracare^® leather – made in Germany
• Cut: Basic

Activities: Multi-day hikes, Trekking, Backpacking, Via Ferrata, Mountain Hiking, Classical Alpinism

FACTS & FIGURES Soles: Dual Density midsole / Poro wedge / PU wedge / vibram^® Hexa Tech / terracare^® Material: Nubuk leather / textile / Lining: GORE-TEX Performance Comfort Footwear

Weight: 570 g (UK 5.5) / 645 g (UK 8.5) Sizes: UK 3.5 – 8.5 (Women), UK 6.5 – 12.5 (Men) Colors: ocean-dark whisper , iguana-baked (Women) / dark gentian-freesia, tin-spicy, spicy-black (Men)

Price: 250 Euro Available from: Spring 2020

COMFORT CHALK BAG

Sustainable production using left-over materials from climbing harness manufacture. The bag’s design and material are based on the Mammut Comfort climbing har- nesses: high quality details such as metal buckles, deformation-resistant opening and option of direct attachment to Mammut Comfort climbing harnesses.

• Made from materials left over from climbing harness manufacture
• Including hip belt
• Can be attached directly to Mammut climbing harnesses
• Drawstring closure system
• Metal buckle
• Fleece lining
• Brush holder

Activities: Climbing

FACTS & FIGURES Colors: black, shark Price: 40 Euro Available from: Spring 2020

SENDER CHALK BAG

Sustainable production using left-over materials from climbing harness manufacture. The bag’s design and material are based on the Mammut Comfort climbing har- nesses: high quality details such as metal buckles, deformation-resistant opening and option of direct attachment to Mammut Comfort climbing harnesses.

• Made from materials left over from climbing harness manufacture
• Including hip belt
• Can be attached directly to Mammut climbing harnesses
• Drawstring closure system
• Metal buckle
• Fleece lining
• Brush holder

Activities: Climbing

FACTS & FIGURES Colors: ocean, highway, safety orange Price: 40 Euro Available from: Spring 2020

MASSONE T-SHIRT MEN

A lightweight climbing T-shirt. Organic cotton creates a natural feel. Or- ganic cotton preserves the environment by reducing water and energy use, as well as greenhouse gas emissions, and by fostering soil fertility and biodiversity.

• bioRe^® organic cotton
• Different prints depending on the color
• Cut: Regular Fit

Activities: Climbing, Every Day

FACTS & FIGURES Main material: bioRE^® Organic Cotton Weight: 139 g Sizes: S – XXL Colors: black, marine, gentian, light emerald, tin, highway, bright white, freesia

Price: 45 Euro Available from: Spring 2020

MASSONE CAP

The Massone Cap coordinates with the Massone T-Shirt Men and is made from organic cotton. Organic cotton preserves the environment by reducing water and energy use, as well as greenhouse gas emis- sions, and by fostering soil fertility and biodiversity.

• Classic snapback cap made from organic cotton
• Adjustable size
• Flat peak
• Various logo patches

Activities: Climbing, Hiking, Every day

FACTS & FIGURES Main material: 100 % Organic Cotton Weight: 34 g Grössen: S – M, L – XL Farben: black, horizon, marine, titanium

Price: 35 Euro Available from: Spring 2020

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About Mammut

Founded in 1862, Mammut is a Swiss outdoor company that provides high-quality products and unique brand experiences for fans of mountain sports around the world. This leading international premium brand has stood for safety and pioneering innovation for more than 155 years. Mammut products combine functionality and performance with contemporary design. With its combination of hardware, shoes and clothing Mammut is one of the most complete suppliers in the outdoor market. Mammut Sports Group AG operates in around 40 countries and employs more than 820 people. mammut.com