Tablecloth Co. · Stain-Resistant Textiles
Mingle & Co. Easy Care Spill-Proof Tablecloth
Avoid until the brand reveals its water-repellent coating chemistry.
The spill-proof and easy care marketing signals a water-repellent or stain-resistant finish that commonly contains PFAS. The brand provides no disclosure of coating chemistry or PFAS status.
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Material
Textile with unspecified water/stain-repellent coating
Brand disclosure
Brand is silent on PFAS
Lab data
No public lab test
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What Mingle & Co. Easy Care Tablecloth is made of, ingredients and materials
This tablecloth uses an unspecified water and stain-repellent coating applied to a textile base, which typically means either a fluorocarbon (PFAS-based) or non-fluorinated polymer finish. The coating's chemistry is not disclosed by the brand, making it impossible to assess whether it contains legacy PFAS, newer replacements, or other alternatives. Spill-proof coatings that are durable enough to market as 'easy care' often rely on persistent chemical treatments that can leach, especially during washing or if the coating degrades over time.
What’s concerning
Category baseline
The starting point for this type of product, before anything specific to this product is counted.
Vague safety claims only
Uses vague language ("eco-friendly", "clean") without a specific PFAS statement.
Waterproof / stain-resistant treatment
Water-repellent coating treatments have historically used PFAS.
PFAS
The brand's silence on coating chemistry combined with the product's marketing as 'spill-proof' and 'easy care' strongly suggests a fluorocarbon treatment, which typically contains PFAS or PFAS-related compounds. No public commitment to alternatives not linked to PFAS is evident.
Source, ATSDR ↗Coating degradation and microparticle shedding
Repeated washing and normal wear can degrade the repellent coating over time. As coatings break down, they may shed microparticles or release trapped treatment chemicals. Without disclosed chemistry, the safety profile of degradation byproducts is unknown.
Formaldehyde / VOCs
Textile finishes and coatings can sometimes include formaldehyde-releasing resins as binders or stabilizers, though modern products often avoid this. The lack of certification or disclosure leaves this hazard unconfirmed.
Source, ATSDR ↗Leaching of coating chemicals during washing or food contact
Water-repellent coatings can migrate into wash water or, if the tablecloth contacts food directly, potentially transfer to dishes or food. The unknown chemistry makes it impossible to assess whether any leached substances pose a dietary or environmental concern.
What’s reassuring
Heavy metals
No specific information is available about the textile dyes or pigments used in this product. Standard textile industry practice includes testing for restricted azo dyes and heavy metals, but the brand has not provided compliance documentation.
Source, FDA ↗How is this PFAS grade calculated?
The brand's record and disclosure
Tablecloth Co. has not publicly disclosed the chemical composition of its water-repellent coating, which is the most critical safety information for this product category. No certifications from recognized third parties (such as Oeko-Tex, GOTS, or fluorine-free standards) are evident in publicly available information. The silent stance on PFAS and coating chemistry is a significant red flag in a product category where regulatory scrutiny of fluorinated treatments has intensified in recent years.
How it compares in its category
Stain-resistant tablecloths marketed as 'spill-proof' typically rely on chemical coatings; this product's refusal to disclose its chemistry puts it below competitors who explicitly advertise PFAS-free, fluorine-free, or certified sustainable finishes. Many mainstream tablecloth brands now offer non-fluorinated water-repellent options and publish their chemical inputs. Without transparency, this product cannot be confidently placed at lower concern than or equal to labeled alternatives in the same price range.
If you buy it
Wash separately from other fabrics on the first use to observe any color bleeding or coating instability. Use cool or warm water (not hot) to minimize the risk of coating degradation and potential leaching of treatment chemicals. Replace the tablecloth if the water-repellent property visibly degrades (water no longer beads) or if the coating flakes or peels, as degraded coatings may shed microparticles. Avoid dry-cleaning solvents, which can accelerate coating breakdown.
What is not known about PFAS in this product?
- Basis
- Model estimate, 42% confidence, not a lab result
- Lab test
- None on record for this exact product
- Brand statement
- Tablecloth Co. has made none
Formulations change between production runs, so check the current label. How we grade.
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