Cherokee · Scrubs & Work Uniforms
Cherokee Workwear Revolution Women's 5-Pocket STRETCH Cargo Jogger Scrub Pants
Lower concern apparel; no known PFAS treatment applied.
Stretch scrub pants in standard polyester-cotton blend with no disclosed water-repellent or stain-resistant finish. No public evidence of PFAS treatment typical for this basic workwear category.
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Material
polyester/cotton blend stretch fabric
Brand disclosure
Brand is silent on PFAS
Lab data
No public lab test
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What Cherokee Workwear Revolution Scrub Pants is made of, ingredients and materials
This product is a polyester-cotton blend stretch fabric, likely incorporating elastane or spandex for the stretch component. Polyester is a synthetic polymer that does not leach monomers under normal wearing or washing conditions, and cotton is a natural cellulose fiber. The blend combines durability and moisture-wicking properties typical of medical workwear. No chemical hazards are inherent to the base fibers themselves under ordinary use.
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
No formaldehyde-free claim is stated on this product. Medical scrub fabrics may receive wrinkle-resistant or easy-care finishes that can emit trace formaldehyde, particularly when new. Off-gassing diminishes significantly after the first wash cycle.
Source, ATSDR ↗Elastane (spandex) degradation and fiber shedding
Stretch fabrics degrade with repeated washing and UV exposure, releasing microfibers. This is a material fatigue issue common to all stretch apparel, not a chemical hazard specific to this brand, but relevant to garment longevity and environmental impact.
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 recalls or warnings are on record for this specific product or Cherokee workwear line involving restricted azo dyes. Polyester-cotton blends in medical apparel typically use compliant synthetic dyes, but no independent testing data is publicly available for this item.
Antimony in polyester fibers
Antimony is a byproduct of polyester production and can remain in trace amounts. No documented health risk from wearing apparel with typical antimony levels, and no recalls or warnings exist for this product category at normal exposure.
Dye migration or bleeding onto skin
No reports of contact dermatitis or dye transfer are on record for this product. Polyester-cotton blends are generally stable in color after initial rinses. Risk is highest for individuals with sensitive skin or dye allergies, which are rare but not ruled out.
How is this PFAS grade calculated?
The brand's record and disclosure
Cherokee (owned by Amedisys-affiliated medical apparel division) does not publicly disclose detailed chemical treatment protocols for this line. The brand has no established history of hazardous dye recalls or chemical controversies in workwear. No third-party certifications (OEKO-TEX, GOTS) are claimed for this specific product, which is typical of medical apparel lines focused on function and cost rather than chemical transparency.
How it compares in its category
Medical scrub pants in this price and material category typically use similar polyester-cotton blends without special finishing treatments. This product sits in the mainstream market segment, neither emphasizing chemical certifications nor flagged for safety concerns. Comparable alternatives from brands like Dickies, Greys Anatomy, and store brands share similar material profiles and disclosure practices.
If you buy it
Wash in cool to warm water before first wear to reduce any residual finishes or dyes. Tumble dry on low heat or line dry to preserve elastic fibers and avoid accelerated degradation. Do not expose to prolonged direct sunlight when wet, as this can fade dyes and weaken polyester fibers over time. Replace when elastic waistband or seams show visible wear, typically after 50-75 wash cycles with regular use.
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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