Crate and Barrel · Outdoor Furniture Cushions
Crate & Barrel Mirrored Palm Jacquard Throw Pillow
Lower concern. Unfinished textile with no water-resistant treatment disclosed.
Throw pillow appears to be standard jacquard weave without waterproof or stain-resistant treatments. No PFAS-related disclosures from Crate and Barrel on this product.
We flunk more products than we pass. This one earned its grade. How we grade
Material
jacquard woven textile (polyester/cotton blend likely)
Brand disclosure
Brand is silent on PFAS
Lab data
No public lab test
Why this grade
Safe base material
Made from a material with no inherent PFAS use (ceramic, mineral, or natural fiber).
Category baseline
furniture is a category where PFAS exposure is more common.
No PFAS disclosure
No public statement about PFAS in this product.
The full breakdown
What it's made of and why it matters
This pillow is a jacquard woven textile, most likely a polyester-cotton blend based on Crate and Barrel's typical product specifications. Jacquard weaving creates raised patterns without added coatings or finishes. The blend itself is stable; polyester is a petroleum-derived synthetic fiber with low off-gassing compared to other synthetics, while cotton adds breathability and reduces reliance on synthetic fibers alone. No water-resistant or stain-resistant treatment is disclosed, which means no added chemical finishes that would require concern.
The brand's record and disclosure
Crate and Barrel does not publish detailed chemical disclosure statements for individual textiles and does not appear to seek third-party certifications like Oeko-Tex or GOTS for most throw pillows. The brand has not been subject to major recalls or public controversies over formaldehyde or heavy metals in finished textiles. Their silence on PFAS and chemical content is typical for mid-market home decor brands and reflects an industry-wide gap in transparency rather than a signal of hidden risk.
How it compares in its category
Decorative throw pillows typically pose lower chemical risk than upholstered furniture or heavily treated performance textiles because they are not flame-retardant treated and are rarely dyed with problematic azo dyes at scale in modern production. This product sits in the standard mid-market range: safer than budget fast-fashion pillows, comparable to other department-store options, and without the certification premium of higher-end eco-focused brands. The unfinished jacquard construction is actually a positive marker (fewer processing steps, fewer chemical additives).
If you buy it
Wash on cold, gentle cycle before first use to reduce any residual dye or processing residues. Dry on low heat or air-dry to avoid stress on polyester fibers and potential microplastic shedding. Do not expose to direct heat sources or prolonged sunlight, which can degrade synthetic fibers over time. Replace if fill material begins to clump, seams separate, or fabric pills heavily; typical lifespan for decorative pillows is 3-5 years with normal use.
Beyond PFAS: other things we checked
Established hazard classes for this product type, assessed from public information. These never change the PFAS grade; a Likely flag caps the Verdict at “Buy with care.”
Formaldehyde resins (dye fixatives, wrinkle-resist finishes)
Jacquard textiles may undergo formaldehyde-based dyeing processes during production. No specific finish is disclosed on this product, so residual formaldehyde risk is lower than for explicitly treated fabrics, but not zero. Off-gassing would be minimal and would decrease after initial washing.
Azo dyes (toxic metabolites when cleaved)
The mirrored palm pattern requires dyeing. Modern western suppliers (including Crate and Barrel's typical vendors) have largely moved away from banned azo dyes, but documentation is not public. Risk is low for a mid-market brand but not explicitly ruled out.
Flame retardant chemicals
Decorative throw pillows are not required to meet flammability standards in the US (only upholstered furniture seating). This product shows no indication of flame-retardant treatment. No hazard expected.
Volatile organic compounds (VOC) off-gassing
New textiles can emit trace VOCs from dyes, sizing, and packaging. This is most noticeable immediately after opening and largely dissipates within 24-48 hours, especially after washing. Typical for all new textile products.
Microplastic shedding from polyester blend
Polyester fibers shed microscopic fragments, especially when washed or mechanically stressed. For a decorative pillow with no heavy use, shedding is minimal. Washing on gentle cycle and avoiding high heat reduces fiber degradation.
What we don’t know
This grade is a model-based estimate from public materials, coatings, and brand disclosure at 72% confidence. It is not a lab result.
No independent PFAS lab test is on record for this exact product. A lab test could move the score in either direction.
The brand has not made a specific, verifiable PFAS-free statement, so part of this score reflects that missing disclosure rather than a confirmed material.
Formulations and coatings change between production runs. Always check the current label before buying.
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