Evergreen · Throw Pillows
The Company Store Indoor/Outdoor Toss Pillow
Lower concern for a basic toss pillow, but no PFAS transparency from brand.
Indoor/outdoor toss pillows typically use polyester and polyfill with minimal risk of legacy PFAS water-repellent coating (water-repellent coating) coatings unless explicitly marketed as waterproof or stain-resistant, this product shows no such claim.
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polyester/polyfill indoor-outdoor textile
Brand disclosure
Brand is silent on PFAS
Lab data
No public lab test
Why this grade
Category baseline
furniture is a category where PFAS exposure is more common.
No PFAS disclosure
No public statement about PFAS in this product.
Safe base material
Made from a material with no inherent PFAS use (ceramic, mineral, or natural fiber).
The full breakdown
What it's made of and why it matters
The Company Store Indoor/Outdoor Toss Pillow is polyester fabric with polyfill batting, both synthetic polymers designed to resist moisture and UV for exterior use. Polyester itself is chemically stable once manufactured and does not off-gas formaldehyde under normal conditions like some textiles do. The main chemical question for outdoor textiles is whether durable water repellency (water-repellent coating) coatings contain PFAS, which appears lower-risk here based on the 75/100 PFAS score, though Evergreen has not publicly disclosed coating details.
The brand's record and disclosure
Evergreen is a retail brand sold through The Company Store and operates without published safety certifications (OEKO-TEX, GOTS, or similar textile standards are not evident on the product). The brand maintains silence on chemical treatment transparency, which is standard for mass-market outdoor pillows but leaves consumers without third-party verification of dyes, flame retardants, or finishing chemicals. No recalls or substantiated safety controversies are on record for this product line.
How it compares in its category
Outdoor and performance polyester pillows are commodity products; this pillow is typical in material composition and hazard profile for its price tier. Certified alternatives (e.g., outdoor cushions with OEKO-TEX certification or GOTS-organic cotton covers) offer transparent chemical documentation but cost 30-50% more. For a basic toss pillow, the Evergreen product poses no unusual risks compared to major retailers' own-brand outdoor textiles.
If you buy it
Wash or rinse the pillow every 1-2 seasons with mild soap and water; do not bleach, which can degrade both polyester durability and any water-repellent coating. Store indoors during winter or prolonged wet periods to prevent mold colonization in the polyfill. Replace the pillow if the cover tears or seams separate, as water ingress into the polyfill creates conditions for bacterial or fungal growth. Avoid prolonged direct heat (do not dry in a hot dryer) to prevent coating or fiber damage.
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.”
Azo dyes and dye stability
Polyester indoor-outdoor textiles commonly use synthetic dyes; Evergreen does not disclose dye chemistry. No adverse reactions or color-bleeding incidents are on record for this pillow, and polyester dyes are generally stable in normal use.
Flame retardants in batting or cover
Indoor-outdoor pillows are not regulated for flame retardant content as upholstered furniture is, and Evergreen has not disclosed whether the polyfill batting contains flame-retardant chemical treatments. This is not a known concern for this product class.
Polyfill degradation and microfiber shedding
Polyester polyfill can shed microfibers when the cover tears or with heavy washing. This is a durability and environmental issue rather than a direct health hazard for the user, but replacement and care practices mitigate it.
Bacterial or fungal growth in wet storage
Outdoor textiles stored wet or in damp conditions can develop mold, mildew, or bacterial colonies within the polyfill, especially in warm climates. This is a maintenance issue, not a manufacturing defect, and is preventable with proper storage and drying.
Contact dermatitis from dyes or finishes
No reported cases of allergic reactions or skin irritation from this pillow. Individuals with severe dye sensitivity may contact the brand for specific dye chemistry, though none is published.
What we don’t know
This grade is a model-based estimate from public materials, coatings, and brand disclosure at 68% 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.
Safer alternatives in Throw Pillows
Organic Modernism
Coyuchi Canyon Organic Decorative Pillow Cover
Organic cotton shell
Lower concern: plain organic cotton pillow cover with established textile certification, but brand does not disclose PFAS practices.
✓Verified PFAS-free by a third party
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