Men's Hi-Stretch Tech 5-Pocket Slim Pants vs Men's Cargo Pants: which is safer?
These two grade almost identically. Pick on price and preference; neither has a PFAS edge.
Calvin Klein
Men's Hi-Stretch Tech 5-Pocket Slim Pants
PFAS grade
D 65/100
Overall grade
F 57/100
Verdict
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Hazard flags
⚑ 2
Material
cotton/elastane blend, standard construction
Confidence
72%
PossibleAzo dyes (carcinogenic color additives)
PossibleMicroplastic shedding from elastane
Gap
Men's Cargo Pants
PFAS grade
D 65/100
Overall grade
F 57/100
Verdict
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Hazard flags
⚑ 2
Material
cotton/cotton-blend twill
Confidence
72%
PossibleAzo dyes and colorfast issues
PossibleFormaldehyde-based finishing resins
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