Parachute · Stain-Resistant Bed Sheets
Parachute Percale Sheet Set
Lower-concern purchase; plain cotton sheets rarely contain intentional PFAS without brand verification.
Percale sheets are woven cotton with no stain-resistant, water-repellent, or nonstick claims that trigger PFAS use. Minimally treated cotton textiles naturally carry lower PFAS exposure than synthetics or finished fabrics.
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Material
100% cotton percale weave
Brand disclosure
Brand is silent on PFAS
Lab data
No public lab test
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What Parachute Percale Sheet Set is made of, ingredients and materials
Parachute Percale Sheet Set is 100% cotton in a percale weave, a tightly woven structure that creates durability and a crisp hand-feel. Cotton fiber itself is not inherently toxic, but the manufacturing process (spinning, dyeing, finishing) is where chemical residues can accumulate. Percale weave does not require Teflon-type coating or silicone coatings to achieve its texture, unlike some treated cotton blends. The risk profile depends entirely on dye chemistry and finishing agents used during production.
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
Cotton percale often receives finishing treatments to improve crease retention and wrinkle resistance. Formaldehyde-based resins can be present in conventional finishing and may off-gas during storage or early wash cycles. No specific formaldehyde testing data is publicly available for Parachute sheets.
Source, ATSDR ↗Heavy metals
Parachute sheets come in multiple colors. Conventional dye chemistry may include azo dyes (which can release carcinogenic amines under certain conditions) or heavy metals used as dye fixatives. Brand does not disclose dye class or metal testing; compliance with textile standards is assumed but unverified.
Source, FDA ↗Pesticide residue
Parachute does not certify organic cotton, so conventional cotton feedstock may contain residual synthetic pesticide from agriculture. Processing typically removes most residues, but trace amounts may persist. Washing reduces this further.
Source, EPA ↗What’s reassuring
Base material not linked to PFAS
The main material recorded for this product is not one associated with PFAS.
Microplastic and fiber shedding
100% woven cotton does not shed microplastics. Percale weave is durable and shedding is minimal compared to knit fabrics; no known hazard from fiber release in standard use or laundering.
Allergenic fragrance or finishing chemical residues
Parachute sheets are not marketed with added fragrance or antimicrobial treatments. No documented complaints of contact dermatitis or allergic reactions specific to this product line on public databases.
How is this PFAS grade calculated?
The brand's record and disclosure
Parachute publishes sustainability claims and sources cotton, but does not publicly disclose third-party certifications (GOTS, OEKO-TEX) or chemical processing details on their core product lines. The brand's silence on PFAS testing or intentional avoidance is consistent with most mainstream bedding brands and does not indicate use of water-resistant finishes. No recalls, contamination reports, or formaldehyde/heavy-metal incidents have been documented for Parachute sheet products in public databases.
How it compares in its category
Parachute Percale sits in the mid-to-premium segment of untreated cotton sheets. It is comparable to brands like L.L.Bean and Brooklinen in material and price, but lacks third-party certification that GOTS or OEKO-TEX certified competitors provide. Most major percale competitors (Pottery Barn, Restoration Hardware) do not routinely disclose processing chemistry either, making Parachute typical rather than exceptional in transparency.
If you buy it
Wash before first use to remove sizing and residual dyes; use warm water and mild detergent, avoid chlorine bleach. Percale is durable to high heat and machine dry, but prolonged high heat can degrade fiber elasticity over time. Replace when pilling becomes visible or weave integrity visibly fails (typically 3-5 years with normal use). Store in a breathable container away from direct sunlight to prevent yellowing.
What is not known about PFAS in this product?
- Basis
- Model estimate, 78% confidence, not a lab result
- Lab test
- None on record for this exact product
- Brand statement
- Parachute has made none
Formulations change between production runs, so check the current label. How we grade.
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