Dickies · Scrubs & Work Uniforms
Dickies EDS Signature Women's Missy Fit Petites Pull-On Scrub Pant
Lower concern apparel; no PFAS treatment apparent or claimed.
Dickies EDS scrub pants are standard cotton-polyester blend with no disclosed water-resistant or stain-resistant finish. No public PFAS claims or testing found; typical medical wear carries lower PFAS risk.
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Material
cotton/polyester blend fabric
Brand disclosure
Brand is silent on PFAS
Lab data
No public lab test
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What Dickies EDS Signature Women's Scrub Pant is made of, ingredients and materials
This scrub pant is a cotton-polyester blend, a standard construction for medical apparel that balances durability, breathability, and easy care. Polyester contributes synthetic antimicrobial properties and wrinkle resistance; cotton adds comfort and moisture wicking. The blend itself carries no documented chemical burden beyond standard textile manufacturing residues, which washing removes. No waterproof or stain-resistant coating is named in the product context, so no fluorinated or silicone surface treatments are expected.
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.
Pilling and microfiber shedding over time
Polyester-blend work pants commonly pill with friction and washing. Shed microfibers are a general environmental concern but pose no direct toxicological hazard during wear. Lint-roll or gentle washing reduces visible pilling.
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 synthetic colorants
Dickies scrubs are conventionally dyed; no specific recall or hazard report exists for this product. Pre-wash use (recommended regardless) removes loose dye and reduces any migration risk to skin.
Formaldehyde / VOCs
Cotton-polyester blends may receive low-level formaldehyde-based wrinkle-resist or sizing treatments during manufacturing. No formaldehyde-free claim is stated for this product, but standard washing releases and removes these residues before use.
Source, ATSDR ↗Antimony in polyester fiber
Polyester is synthesized using antimony as a catalyst; trace residues can remain in finished fiber. Levels in apparel are not independently tested here, but migration to skin is minimal in non-heated, non-elastic-contact areas during normal wear.
Elastic degradation and contact dermatitis
Pull-on scrubs rely on elastic at waist and ankles, which may contain latex, synthetic rubber, or spandex. No latex allergy warning or material disclosure is standard for this product; users with latex sensitivity should verify with seller before purchase.
How is this PFAS grade calculated?
The brand's record and disclosure
Dickies is a major workwear manufacturer with no established pattern of transparency about chemical content or third-party certifications for apparel. The brand has not publicized PFAS testing or restriction policies for clothing lines. No recalls or documented chemical hazards are on record for EDS Signature scrubs specifically. Absence of certification (e.g., OEKO-TEX, bluesign) means chemical screening is not independently verified, though this is typical for mid-market work apparel.
How it compares in its category
Cotton-polyester blends are the industry default for scrubs and work pants; this product sits squarely in that mainstream. Certified organic cotton alternatives exist but are less common and more expensive. Polyester-only garments offer slightly better durability but similar chemical risk profiles. The EDS line is designed for fit and comfort over premium material sourcing, so chemical testing is not a competitive advantage.
If you buy it
Wash before wearing to remove manufacturing residues and dyes. Machine wash warm, gentle cycle; avoid hot water and bleach, which can degrade fabric and release dyes. Dry on low heat or air dry to preserve polyester fiber integrity. Replace when elastic fails, seams fray, or fabric pills extensively. No special care is needed; standard laundry practices eliminate residual risk from production chemicals.
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
- Dickies has made none
Formulations change between production runs, so check the current label. How we grade.
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