Cherokee · Scrubs & Work Uniforms
Cherokee Infinity Men's 5-Pocket STRETCH Cargo Jogger Scrub Pants
Lower concern apparel; no PFAS-prone features identified.
Scrub pants in standard cotton-polyester blend with no water-repellent or stain-resistant finish stated. No PFAS-related risks typical of this basic garment type, but brand does not disclose chemical treatments.
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Material
cotton/polyester blend, no stated treatment
Brand disclosure
Brand is silent on PFAS
Lab data
No public lab test
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What Cherokee Infinity Men's Scrub Pants is made of, ingredients and materials
Cherokee Infinity cargo joggers are a cotton-polyester blend with no stated chemical treatments or water-resistant coatings. The blend provides durability and stretch comfort typical of work scrubs; cotton content (likely 50-65% based on category norms) reduces synthetic fiber volume and associated microplastic shedding during washing. Polyester contributes wrinkle resistance and shape retention without requiring chemical resin finishing. The stretch feature typically comes from elastane (spandex) in small amounts, which does not introduce new hazard classes beyond standard polyester.
What’s concerning
Category baseline
The starting point for this type of product, before anything specific to this product is counted.
No PFAS disclosure
No public statement from the brand about PFAS in this product.
Microplastics
Polyester-blend garments shed fibers during washing and wear. The cotton content moderates overall shed volume compared to 100% polyester; elastane components may degrade and contribute microfiber loss over time with frequent laundering or high-heat drying, which is typical for all synthetic-blend workwear.
Source, EPA ↗What’s reassuring
Base material not linked to PFAS
The main material recorded for this product is not one associated with PFAS.
Azo dyes
No hazardous azo dyes (those that cleave to carcinogenic amines) have been documented in Cherokee scrub lines. Standard commercial dyeing of cotton-polyester blends in this price category typically uses compliant disperse dyes; however, brand does not publish dye chemistry transparency.
Formaldehyde / VOCs
No wrinkle-resist, anti-shrink, or antimicrobial resin treatment is stated or evident in the product description. Cotton-polyester blends achieve wrinkle resistance through fiber properties and finish, not chemical cross-linking; formaldehyde finish would be a premium upgrade not typical at this price point.
Source, ATSDR ↗Antimony in polyester
Antimony trioxide (used as polyester catalyst during manufacturing) can remain as residue in the fiber at trace levels (typically <100 ppm in finished fabric). No recall or regulatory action has targeted Cherokee scrubs; residual antimony in untreated polyester blends is a known minor consideration, not a breach, and is within industrial norms.
Flame retardants
Scrub pants are not classified as sleepwear or children's apparel and carry no mandatory flame-retardant requirement in the US or EU. No flame retardant coating or treatment is named or implied in this product; risk of intentional or incidental addition is low for this category.
Source, EPA ↗How is this PFAS grade calculated?
The brand's record and disclosure
Cherokee, owned by Aveanna Healthcare, maintains a market presence in medical and hospitality uniforms but has made no public statement on chemical restrictions, flame retardant policies, or PFAS avoidance. The brand does not advertise third-party textile certifications (OEKO-TEX, GOTS, bluesign). No recalls or formal safety complaints have been recorded for this specific garment line. Lack of disclosure does not indicate hazard presence but reflects a typical approach among mass-market scrub manufacturers.
How it compares in its category
Scrub pants in this price and distribution tier rarely carry antimicrobial finishes, flame retardants, or water-resistant coatings that would elevate chemical concern. Cherokee Infinity occupies a mid-market position; hazard profile is consistent with other untreated cotton-polyester scrubs from comparable brands. Higher-end medical apparel may carry OEKO-TEX or similar certification; budget alternatives sometimes include undisclosed antimicrobial or antimold treatments. This product sits in the mainstream unadorned category with no premium claims or hidden additives.
If you buy it
Wash in cool to warm water (up to 40°C) to prevent polyester softening and elastane degradation; avoid chlorine bleach, which can yellow polyester. Dry on low heat or air dry to preserve elastic performance over multiple wearing seasons. Inspect waistband and seams after 6-12 months of regular use; elastane fatigue is the primary wear failure, not chemical off-gassing. No special storage or airing-out period is required; standard laundry practice is sufficient.
What is not known about PFAS in this product?
- Basis
- Model estimate, 72% confidence, not a lab result
- Lab test
- None on record for this exact product
- Brand statement
- Cherokee has made none
Formulations change between production runs, so check the current label. How we grade.
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