C

Is Sedus PFAS-free?

Across 8 graded products, Sedus averages C (75/100). On disclosure, the brand says nothing publicly about PFAS. 8 of its products grade C or better. Grades are model-based estimates, not lab results.

Worth buying from Sedus C or better, safest first

Allwex KISO Suede Fabric Swivel Ergonomic Office Task Chair

Sedus

Allwex KISO Suede Fabric Swivel Ergonomic Office Task Chair

Suede fabric upholstery, swivel base (material unspecified)

C
F
PFASAll
C · Moderate5 flags

Lower PFAS concern for suede upholstery alone; base material unknown, contact Sedus for specifics.

Risky category by default

Open Up by Sedus: elevate your professional success

Sedus

Open Up by Sedus: elevate your professional success

Wood, metal, upholstered fabric (standard office furniture)

C
F
PFASAll
C · Moderate4 flags

Lower PFAS concern likely, but no transparency on treatments or certifications.

Risky category by default

Kramer 900-00253 Chair-Sedus Se Joy Light Grey Frame Orange Fabric

Sedus

Kramer 900-00253 Chair-Sedus Se Joy Light Grey Frame Orange Fabric

Fabric upholstery (unspecified fiber blend), painted/powder-coated steel frame

C
D
PFASAll
C · Moderate2 flags

Standard office chair with no red flags, but Sedus discloses nothing about PFAS in treatments.

Risky category by default

Studio 55D Erin Fabric Adjustable Office Chair

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Studio 55D Erin Fabric Adjustable Office Chair

Fabric upholstery, foam padding, metal base, plastic components

C
F
PFASAll
C · Moderate4 flags

Lower concern for typical office chair, but no PFAS transparency from brand.

Risky category by default

Herman Miller Setu Chair

Sedus

Herman Miller Setu Chair

Polypropylene shell, aluminum base, fabric upholstery

C
F
PFASAll
C · Moderate3 flags

Lower concern; standard office chair with no known PFAS-prone materials, but no public commitment from brand.

Risky category by default

Kramer Electronics - Chairsedussejoylightgreyframeanthracifabric - Chair-sedus Se:joy Lightgrey Frame Anthracifabric

Sedus

Kramer Electronics - Chairsedussejoylightgreyframeanthracifabric - Chair-sedus Se:joy Lightgrey Frame Anthracifabric

Fabric upholstery and metal frame

C
F
PFASAll
C · Moderate3 flags

Lower-concern upholstered chair; no PFAS red flags identified, but no verification available.

Risky category by default

Vintage Office Chair from Sedus, Germany, 1970s

Sedus

Vintage Office Chair from Sedus, Germany, 1970s

Steel frame, foam padding, upholstered fabric (likely cotton/wool blend typical of 1970s office furniture)

C
F
PFASAll
C · Moderate3 flags

Lower PFAS concern, vintage office chair unlikely to contain modern water-repellent coating or stain treatments.

Risky category by default

Article Passo Mid-Century Design Modern Furniture Office Chair

Sedus

Article Passo Mid-Century Design Modern Furniture Office Chair

Upholstered office chair (fabric/foam/base)

C
D
PFASAll
C · Moderate2 flags

Lower PFAS concern; standard office chair materials pose minimal risk but no transparency.

Risky category by default

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