Cherokee · Scrubs & Work Uniforms
Cherokee Infinity Women's 2-Pocket STRETCH Warm-Up Scrub Jacket
Lower concern; typical scrub with no PFAS-linked features identified.
Cherokee Infinity scrub jacket is a polyester blend stretch fabric with no waterproof, stain-resistant, or nonstick finishes disclosed. Brand makes no PFAS statement; no independent testing found.
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Material
polyester blend stretch fabric
Brand disclosure
Brand is silent on PFAS
Lab data
No public lab test
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What Cherokee Infinity Women's Scrub Jacket is made of, ingredients and materials
Cherokee Infinity scrub jackets use polyester-blend stretch fabric, typically polyester with spandex (elastane) for recovery and movement. Polyester itself is inert in the body but the finishing chemicals applied during dyeing and weaving warrant attention. Stretch blends may be treated with formaldehyde-releasing resins for wrinkle resistance or dye fixation, though medical scrubs are often finished to minimize these treatments. The blend allows the garment to retain shape through repeated institutional washing.
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.
Formaldehyde / VOCs
Polyester-spandex blends often receive formaldehyde-releasing treatments for shape retention. No specific test data published for this Cherokee model; medical-grade laundering typically reduces residual levels, but sensitive individuals may experience irritation on first wear.
Source, ATSDR ↗Azo dyes and residual dye migration
Colored scrubs use azo dyes, which are restricted in some jurisdictions but legal and common in US medical apparel. Unwashed garments may transfer dyes to skin or other fabrics; pre-wash mitigates this. No recalls or testing results for this product are on record.
Elastic degradation and microfiber shedding over time
Spandex blends can degrade with heat and repeated washing, potentially releasing microfibers. This is a durability rather than acute toxicity concern; replacement within normal service life (50-100 washes) minimizes exposure.
Allergic contact dermatitis from dyes or finishes
Individual sensitivity to azo dyes, formaldehyde releasers, or disperse dyes is not product-specific but common in textile dermatology. Pre-washing and patch-testing on sensitive skin is prudent for anyone with a history of clothing-related rashes.
What’s reassuring
Base material not linked to PFAS
The main material recorded for this product is not one associated with PFAS.
Antimony catalyst residue in polyester fiber
Antimony oxide is a standard catalyst in polyester synthesis and typically remains bound within the polymer. Migration into sweat or skin contact is not established as a hazard in medical textiles under normal wear. No specific test data for this product exists.
How is this PFAS grade calculated?
The brand's record and disclosure
Cherokee, owned by Adar Uniforms (part of the larger uniform and medical apparel sector), maintains minimal public disclosure on chemical testing or restricted substance policies specific to this line. No widespread safety controversies, recalls, or regulatory actions are on record for this product. The brand does not prominently advertise certifications such as OEKO-TEX or bluesign, which would indicate third-party chemical screening. Industry standard for medical scrubs is institutional washability rather than chemical transparency.
How it compares in its category
Standard polyester-spandex blend scrubs are the dominant choice in hospital and clinic settings, making this product typical rather than differentiated on safety grounds. Medical-grade textiles are generally subject to stricter laundry and durability testing than street apparel, which indirectly reduces chemical off-gassing risk through repeated hot-water washing. Compared to 100% cotton scrubs, the polyester blend carries theoretical antimony risk in polyester fiber (catalyst residue) but no recalled or tested data exists for this specific product. Organic cotton or certified low-chemical alternatives would represent a lower-concern option if chemical exposure is a priority.
If you buy it
Wash before first wear to reduce loose dyes and any residual finishing chemicals; use warm or hot water if institutional protocols allow, as this accelerates off-gassing of volatile finishes. Standard detergent is adequate; avoid softeners which can reduce stretch performance. Replace when elastic loses recovery or seams fray, typically after 50-100 institutional washes. If you have fragrance sensitivity or contact dermatitis history, pre-wash twice and consider a dye fixative rinse to minimize residual dye transfer.
What is not known about PFAS in this product?
- Basis
- Model estimate, 62% 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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