Mohawk Review, Is Mohawk Non-Toxic?
Mohawk averages 40 out of 100 on PFAS Authority's PFAS and toxin screen across the 10 Mohawk products graded as of October 2026, and 1 of them reach its 70 point pass mark.
Mohawk grades Poor on our four-band scale. On disclosure, the brand says nothing publicly about PFAS. See what every brand has published about PFAS for how that compares.
PFAS Authority is a scoring system, not a laboratory. We do not test products ourselves. Grades are model-based, built from published ingredients, materials, certifications, brand disclosures and third-party lab results where they exist. See the rubric.
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- polypropylene filter housing, carbon/sediment cartridge
- We found no PFAS statement from the brand
- Bacterial growth in spent cartridges
3 hazards checked on this product, all on its full breakdown.
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- Bacterial and microbial growth in housing and filters
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- organic cotton, natural latex, coconut coir, recycled steel coils
- The brand calls it PFAS-free, which we have not verified
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Does Mohawk have PFAS, by category
Which Mohawk products are PFAS-free? Good or better, best-graded first
- PET (polyethylene terephthalate) fiber
- We found no PFAS statement from the brand
- Volatile organic compounds (VOCs) from adhesives and sizing agents. Carpet tile backing and installation…
3 hazards checked on this product, all on its full breakdown.
Which Mohawk products contain PFAS? Poor and Bad, we’d swap these
- polypropylene and polyester fibers with stain-resistant treatment
- We found no PFAS statement from the brand
- Volatile organic compounds (VOC) off-gassing from fibers and stain treatment. Polypropylene and polyester…
3 hazards checked on this product, all on its full breakdown.
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- Nylon fiber with stain-resistant treatment
- We found no PFAS statement from the brand
- Flame retardants. Nylon carpet tiles for commercial use often include flame-retardant or antimicrobial…
3 hazards checked on this product, all on its full breakdown.
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- Polypropylene frieze pile, stain-resistant finish
- We found no PFAS statement from the brand
- PFAS. Mohawk does not disclose whether this frieze uses PFAS, fluorocarbon, or another treatment. Undisclosed…
5 hazards checked on this product, all on its full breakdown.
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- synthetic carpet fiber with stain-resistant finish
- We found no PFAS statement from the brand
- Flame retardants, US carpet regulations require flammability compliance, but Mohawk does not disclose which…
5 hazards checked on this product, all on its full breakdown.
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- Polypropylene with stain/soil resist treatment
- We found no PFAS statement from the brand
- PFAS. Polypropylene rugs marketed with stain/soil resist almost always use PFAS-based finishes unless…
4 hazards checked on this product, all on its full breakdown.
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- Polypropylene with unspecified stain/water-resistant treatment
- We found no PFAS statement from the brand
- PFAS. Mohawk has not disclosed the formulation of the stain and water-resistant finish. Given the industry…
3 hazards checked on this product, all on its full breakdown.
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- Nylon/synthetic fiber blend with stain/soil treatment
- We found no PFAS statement from the brand
- Stain treatment chemical identity (unspecified). Mohawk does not publicly disclose the stain/soil treatment…
3 hazards checked on this product, all on its full breakdown.
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- Everstrand polyester blend with stain/water-repellent finish
- We found no PFAS statement from the brand
- VOC off-gassing from stain-resistant finish and adhesive backing. Polyester carpet backings and applied…
3 hazards checked on this product, all on its full breakdown.
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- Nylon carpet with stain/soil treatment (proprietary)
- We found only general safety language from the brand, no PFAS statement
- Undisclosed stain treatment composition (likely fluorochemicals). Mohawk does not publicly name the active…
4 hazards checked on this product, all on its full breakdown.
Find an alternative on AmazonWhat to buy instead Good or better, in the categories Mohawk sells
- wool plaid, Axminster weave
- We found no PFAS statement from the brand
- Formaldehyde / VOCs
4 hazards checked on this product, all on its full breakdown.
- polyester fiber, untreated
- We found no PFAS statement from the brand
- Formaldehyde / VOCs
4 hazards checked on this product, all on its full breakdown.
- Ceramic tile, porcelain, or stone composite
- We found no PFAS statement from the brand
- Volatile Organic Compounds (VOCs) from installation adhesives and grout
4 hazards checked on this product, all on its full breakdown.
Mohawk and PFAS, common questions
- Does Mohawk have PFAS?
- Mohawk averages 40 out of 100 on PFAS Authority's PFAS and toxin screen across the 10 Mohawk products graded as of October 2026, and 1 of them reach its 70 point pass mark. Grades are model-based estimates built from published materials, ingredients and disclosures, not lab tests.
- Is Mohawk non-toxic?
- Mohawk Basics 24 x 24 Carpet Tile EnviroStrand PET Fiber is the highest-graded Mohawk product we have scored, at 75/100. It depends on the product line rather than the brand, so check the grade of the exact item you are buying.
- Which Mohawk products are lower concern for PFAS?
- The highest-graded Mohawk products we have scored are Mohawk Basics 24 x 24 Carpet Tile EnviroStrand PET Fiber. That is our model-based estimate from materials and public disclosure, not a lab test.
- Which Mohawk products should I avoid?
- The lowest-graded Mohawk products we have scored are Mohawk SmartStrand Silk Luxuriant Space 3M17 Residential Carpet, Mohawk Everstrand Renovate II 15' Wide 3L35 Residential Carpet, Mohawk Pet Premier Canine Comfort 3N78 Residential Carpet. Each one links to the evidence behind its grade.
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