Cherokee · Scrubs & Work Uniforms
Cherokee Workwear Originals Unisex Tuckable V-Neck Scrub Top 4777
Lower concern scrub top; basic textile blend unlikely to contain PFAS.
Standard medical scrub shirt with polyester-cotton blend, no water-repellent or stain-resistant finish mentioned. Cherokee provides no PFAS disclosure but material composition suggests lower PFAS risk.
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Material
65% polyester, 35% cotton blend
Brand disclosure
Brand is silent on PFAS
Lab data
No public lab test
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What Cherokee Workwear V-Neck Scrub Top is made of, ingredients and materials
This scrub top is a 65% polyester, 35% cotton blend, a common workwear construction that balances durability, wrinkle resistance, and breathability. Polyester provides shape retention and low-shrink properties; cotton adds comfort and moisture wicking. The blend is not inherently problematic, but the finishing processes (dyes, resins, coatings) used during manufacture are where hazards typically arise in textiles.
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.
Azo dyes and dye residues
Polyester scrubs routinely use azo dyes for color fastness. No specific testing or restriction data is published for this Cherokee model. Pre-wash is standard practice to reduce loose dye migration, particularly important in healthcare settings where skin contact and sweat may enhance leaching.
Formaldehyde / VOCs
Polyester-cotton blends often receive durable press or anti-wrinkle finish using formaldehyde-based crosslinkers to improve shape retention. Cherokee does not disclose finishing agents for this style. Levels in finished garments are typically low after curing, but off-gassing can occur, especially in sealed storage or new condition.
Source, ATSDR ↗Elastic degradation and microfiber shedding
Polyester blends shed microfibers during washing and wear, a general property of synthetic textiles, not specific to Cherokee. Scrubs experience high wash frequency in healthcare; microfiber release is cumulative. This is a lifecycle concern, not a chemical hazard at point of sale.
Allergen contact and dye sensitivity
Individuals with textile dye or formaldehyde sensitivity may experience skin irritation with new polyester-cotton scrubs. Pre-washing and air-drying before wear mitigates most residual chemical exposure. No brand-specific sensitivity reports are established.
What’s reassuring
Base material not linked to PFAS
The main material recorded for this product is not one associated with PFAS.
Antimony in polyester
Antimony is used as a catalyst in polyester manufacture. No antimony migration or contamination has been reported in mass-market scrub wear. Exposure risk is negligible in normal wear and documented incidents in textiles are extremely rare.
How is this PFAS grade calculated?
The brand's record and disclosure
Cherokee (owned by Amedra Pharmaceuticals/Koi group) does not publicly disclose restricted substance compliance or third-party certifications for this product line. No recalls, safety violations, or established manufacturing controversies are on record for this specific style. The brand's silence on chemical disclosure is typical for budget workwear but limits visibility into dye chemistry and finishing agents.
How it compares in its category
Standard polyester-cotton scrubs like this occupy the middle ground, cheaper than 100% cotton, more durable and wrinkle-free than cotton-heavy blends, and not marketed with premium certifications (OEKO-TEX, GOTS). Competitors in the same price tier use identical fabric compositions and finishing; this product does not stand out as higher or lower risk.
If you buy it
Wash before first wear to reduce loose dyes and residual finishes. Use warm or cool water; high heat is unnecessary and may degrade elastic and accelerate color fading. Line or low-heat dry to extend fabric life. Monitor seams and underarms for pilling or degradation; replace when structural integrity declines or color fading becomes uneven, typically after 50-100 washes depending on care.
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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