Tarkett Impress TH904 Residential Carpet
Residential carpet with stain treatment; PFAS status undisclosed by brand.
Tarkett does not publicly disclose PFAS content or treatment chemicals in Impress TH904. Stain resistance in residential carpets often relies on PFAS-based treatments, though specifics are unknown here.
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75/100 safety
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Material
Polypropylene pile with stain/water resistant treatment
Brand disclosure
Brand is silent on PFAS
Lab data
No public lab test
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What Tarkett Impress TH904 Residential Carpet is made of, ingredients and materials
Tarkett Impress TH904 uses polypropylene (PP) pile fiber, a synthetic plastic that is chemically stable under normal indoor temperatures and does not off-gas volatile organic compounds (VOCs) at room temperature the way some other synthetics can. However, the stain and water resistant treatment applied to the pile is the critical unknown here. Tarkett does not publicly disclose the chemical formulation of this treatment, but residential carpet stain treatments typically contain fluorinated compounds (PFAS), quaternary ammonium compounds, or silicone-based resins. Without disclosure, the exact hazard profile of the treatment layer cannot be verified.
What’s concerning
Waterproof / stain-resistant treatment
Water-repellent coating treatments have historically used PFAS.
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.
PFAS
Standard for residential carpet stain resistance; Tarkett does not disclose whether this product contains PFOA, PFOS, or GenX-class PFAS. Undisclosed treatment chemistry creates uncertainty about leaching potential under acidic conditions or heat.
Source, ATSDR ↗Volatile organic compound (VOC) off-gassing from backing and adhesives
The polypropylene pile itself is stable, but installation adhesives and the latex/synthetic backing can emit formaldehyde or other VOCs in the first weeks. FloorScore certification would limit this, but Impress TH904 is not explicitly listed as FloorScore certified.
Microplastic and fiber shedding
All synthetic carpets shed fibers during vacuuming and foot traffic. Polypropylene is durable but not immune; long-term indoor air and dust accumulation of microplastics is an emerging concern for all synthetic pile carpets, though health thresholds remain undefined.
Backing material degradation and mold risk
If the carpet is exposed to moisture (spills, humidity, wet cleaning) and dries slowly, the synthetic or latex backing can degrade and support mold or bacterial growth. Tarkett does not specify backing material composition or moisture barriers in public documentation.
What’s reassuring
Flame retardants
No public record indicates halogenated or brominated flame retardants in Impress TH904. Modern polypropylene carpets often rely on inherent flame resistance of the fiber rather than added chemicals, but Tarkett does not explicitly confirm this for this line.
Source, EPA ↗How is this PFAS grade calculated?
The brand's record and disclosure
Tarkett is a large global flooring manufacturer with some certifications (FloorScore, GreenGuard in certain product lines) but maintains silence on PFAS use in stain treatments across its carpet portfolio. The company has not published a public commitment to phase out PFAS in carpets, nor does it disclose treatment chemistry on product data sheets for the Impress line. This lack of transparency is notable in an industry where major competitors (Shaw, Mohawk) have begun labeling PFAS-free alternatives or committing to reduction timelines.
How it compares in its category
Most residential polypropylene carpets at this price point include stain treatment, and most brands do not disclose PFAS status. Tarkett's Impress line sits in the mainstream segment where PFAS-treated stain finishes are standard practice. However, alternative brands now offer polypropylene carpets with certified PFAS-free stain treatments (e.g., some Shaw and Mohawk lines marketed as PFAS-free), making Impress TH904 a less transparent choice if PFAS avoidance is a priority. On durability and VOC off-gassing from the fiber itself, it is typical for this category.
If you buy it
Ensure good ventilation for the first 48-72 hours after installation to minimize inhalation of any volatile components from the backing adhesive or treatment residues. Avoid steam cleaning or heat treatment above 65 degrees C, as elevated temperatures can increase leaching or off-gassing from the stain treatment layer. Vacuum regularly and use a dry compound cleaner when possible; if wet cleaning is needed, use low-moisture methods and ensure rapid drying to prevent microbial growth in the backing. Replace the carpet within 10-15 years or sooner if the protective coating visibly degrades or spalling occurs.
What is not known about PFAS in this product?
- Basis
- Model estimate, 45% confidence, not a lab result
- Lab test
- None on record for this exact product
- Brand statement
- Tarkett has made none
Formulations change between production runs, so check the current label. How we grade.
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