Crate and Barrel · Outdoor Furniture Cushion Protectants
Crate & Barrel Mirrored Palm Jacquard Throw Pillow
Lower concern; plain woven textile without protective coating applied.
This jacquard weave pillow lacks waterproof or stain-resistant treatment, making PFAS exposure unlikely. Crate & Barrel makes no specific claims about it.
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Material
jacquard woven textile (polyester/cotton blend likely)
Brand disclosure
Brand is silent on PFAS
Lab data
No public lab test
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
Jacquard textiles may undergo formaldehyde-based dyeing processes during production. No specific finish is disclosed on this product, so residual formaldehyde risk is lower than for explicitly treated fabrics, but not zero. Off-gassing would be minimal and would decrease after initial washing.
Source, ATSDR ↗Azo dyes (toxic metabolites when cleaved)
The mirrored palm pattern requires dyeing. Modern western suppliers (including Crate and Barrel's typical vendors) have largely moved away from banned azo dyes, but documentation is not public. Risk is low for a mid-market brand but not explicitly ruled out.
Volatile organic compounds (VOC) off-gassing
New textiles can emit trace VOCs from dyes, sizing, and packaging. This is most noticeable immediately after opening and largely dissipates within 24-48 hours, especially after washing. Typical for all new textile products.
Microplastic shedding from polyester blend
Polyester fibers shed microscopic fragments, especially when washed or mechanically stressed. For a decorative pillow with no heavy use, shedding is minimal. Washing on gentle cycle and avoiding high heat reduces fiber degradation.
What’s reassuring
Base material not linked to PFAS
The main material recorded for this product is not one associated with PFAS.
Flame retardants
Decorative throw pillows are not required to meet flammability standards in the US (only upholstered furniture seating). This product shows no indication of flame-retardant treatment. No hazard expected.
Source, EPA ↗The full breakdown
What it's made of and why it matters
This pillow is a jacquard woven textile, most likely a polyester-cotton blend based on Crate and Barrel's typical product specifications. Jacquard weaving creates raised patterns without added coatings or finishes. The blend itself is stable; polyester is a petroleum-derived synthetic fiber with low off-gassing compared to other synthetics, while cotton adds breathability and reduces reliance on synthetic fibers alone. No water-resistant or stain-resistant treatment is disclosed, which means no added chemical finishes that would require concern.
The brand's record and disclosure
Crate and Barrel does not publish detailed chemical disclosure statements for individual textiles and does not appear to seek third-party certifications like Oeko-Tex or GOTS for most throw pillows. The brand has not been subject to major recalls or public controversies over formaldehyde or heavy metals in finished textiles. Their silence on PFAS and chemical content is typical for mid-market home decor brands and reflects an industry-wide gap in transparency rather than a signal of hidden risk.
How it compares in its category
Decorative throw pillows typically pose lower chemical risk than upholstered furniture or heavily treated performance textiles because they are not flame-retardant treated and are rarely dyed with problematic azo dyes at scale in modern production. This product sits in the standard mid-market range, with lower concern than budget fast-fashion pillows, comparable to other department-store options, and without the certification premium of higher-end eco-focused brands. The unfinished jacquard construction is actually a positive marker (fewer processing steps, fewer chemical additives).
If you buy it
Wash on cold, gentle cycle before first use to reduce any residual dye or processing residues. Dry on low heat or air-dry to avoid stress on polyester fibers and potential microplastic shedding. Do not expose to direct heat sources or prolonged sunlight, which can degrade synthetic fibers over time. Replace if fill material begins to clump, seams separate, or fabric pills heavily; typical lifespan for decorative pillows is 3-5 years with normal use.
What we don’t know
- Basis
- Model estimate, 72% confidence, not a lab result
- Lab test
- None on record for this exact product
- Brand statement
- Crate and Barrel has made none
Formulations change between production runs, so check the current label. How we grade.
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