Cherokee · Scrubs & Work Uniforms
Cherokee Women's 2-Pocket Zip Front Bonded Fleece Scrub Jacket
Lower concern for typical fleece, but no water resistance claims stated.
Cherokee's bonded fleece scrub jacket is standard polyester fleece without stated water-repellent treatment. No PFAS disclosure or claims found; fleece alone poses lower PFAS concern than water-repellent coating-treated apparel.
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Material
polyester fleece bonded
Brand disclosure
Brand is silent on PFAS
Lab data
No public lab test
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What Cherokee Women's 2-Pocket Zip Scrub Jacket is made of, ingredients and materials
This jacket is bonded polyester fleece, meaning a polyester knit base is laminated or adhered to a backing layer for structure and wind resistance. Polyester itself is a synthetic polymer with low toxicity in finished form, but the bonding adhesive and any dyes or finishing treatments applied during manufacturing are the primary exposure points. The fleece construction traps air, making it prone to retaining odors and bacteria if not laundered regularly, which is a hygiene concern rather than a chemical one.
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.
Bonding adhesive degradation and leaching
Polyester-to-polyester bonding typically uses polyurethane or acrylic adhesives. These are not volatile at skin temperature and do not leach significantly into sweat or water after curing. Degradation is primarily a durability issue (backing separation) rather than a chemical exposure one, but repeated heat exposure or bleach can accelerate breakdown.
What’s reassuring
Base material not linked to PFAS
The main material recorded for this product is not one associated with PFAS.
Azo dyes and colorant toxicity
Polyester fleece is typically dyed with synthetic dyes. No recalls or alerts are on record for this Cherokee scrub jacket. Azo dye restriction is standard in EU and many US manufacturers, but unconfirmed for this brand; standard washing will not release residual dye into skin.
Formaldehyde / VOCs
Fleece finishing may include formaldehyde-based resins for wrinkle resistance or fabric stiffness, though scrub fabric is typically finished minimally. No formaldehyde warnings are documented for this product. Residual formaldehyde, if present, diminishes significantly after the first wash.
Source, ATSDR ↗Flame retardants
Polyester itself does not require added flame retardants for medical apparel unless the product is marketed as flame-resistant, which this jacket is not. No flame retardant treatment is documented for this model, so this hazard class is not applicable based on available product information.
Source, EPA ↗Antimony in polyester
Antimony is occasionally used as a catalyst in polyester production and can remain as a trace residue. Exposure from wearing fleece is negligible and no recalls link antimony leaching from apparel-grade polyester. This is a known theoretical concern in the textile category, not established for this product.
How is this PFAS grade calculated?
The brand's record and disclosure
Cherokee, owned by Workwear Outfitters, does not publicly disclose detailed chemical compliance or material sourcing on this product line. The brand has not issued notable recalls or public hazard statements for this scrub jacket model. No certifications (OEKO-TEX, GOTS, or similar) are documented for this specific item, so third-party vetting of dyes, finishes, or flame retardants is not available. This reflects a common lack of transparency in mid-market workwear, not a known safety failure.
How it compares in its category
Medical and workwear fleece jackets typically use polyester as a cost-effective, durable base. This bonded construction is standard for scrub layers and offers reasonable durability compared to unbacked fleece. Most competitors in this price range (scrub brands like Landau, Grey's Anatomy, Dickies) use similar polyester fleece without higher certification. Certified organic or OEKO-TEX labeled scrub layers exist but command a 20-40 percent premium and are not common in clinical settings.
If you buy it
Wash in warm water with mild detergent and dry on low heat to preserve the bonded layer; high heat can degrade the adhesive over time. Do not bleach, which can weaken polyester fibers and any bonding agent. Inspect the seams and bonded edges annually for separation, especially after repeated washing; replacement is warranted if backing begins to peel. Odor retention in fleece is normal; regular laundering prevents bacterial buildup, which is the primary hygiene consideration with this fabric.
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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