IZOD · Stain-Resistant Professional Workwear
IZOD Men's Royal Texture Button Down Dress Shirt
Lower concern; plain cotton dress shirt, no water-resistant treatment.
IZOD does not disclose PFAS information for this shirt. Plain cotton with no visible stain or water-resistant finish carries lower PFAS risk than treated textiles.
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Material
100% cotton, no water-repellent finish mentioned
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
clothing 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 shirt is 100% cotton with a Royal Texture weave, meaning no synthetic fibers or durable finishes are present. Cotton itself is a natural cellulose fiber and does not inherently leach harmful chemicals during wear or washing. The "texture" designation refers to the weave pattern, not a chemical coating; absence of water-repellent or stain-resistant finish means no PFAS-based surface treatments are applied.
The brand's record and disclosure
Izod, owned by G-III Apparel Group, does not publish detailed chemical disclosure or restricted substance lists for individual garments. The brand has not been subject to major chemical-related recalls or public controversy in recent years. As a mainstream American dress-shirt maker, Izod operates under standard industry compliance (Oeko-Tex, CPSIA, etc.) but does not publicly market chemical safety certifications beyond regulatory baseline.
How it compares in its category
Plain cotton dress shirts are among the lowest-risk apparel items in chemical terms, since cotton requires no performance coatings and does not use antimony stabilizers (unlike polyester). Competitors like Brooks Brothers, J.Crew, and Banana Republic offer similar untreated cotton dress shirts with comparable or lower public disclosure. Izod's pricing and availability make it a middle-market option without elevated risk relative to its category.
If you buy it
Wash before wearing to remove any residual manufacturing dust or finishes. Use warm water and standard detergent; no special care is needed. Dry on low heat or air-dry to preserve fabric longevity; high heat will not release chemicals but will weaken cotton fibers over time. Replace when collar fraying, seam separation, or fabric thinning becomes visible (typically 2-3 years with regular wear).
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-based finishing resins (durable press or shrink resistance)
No durable-press or wrinkle-resistant finish is stated on this product, making residual formaldehyde risk minimal. However, some cotton mills apply light formaldehyde cross-linkers during manufacturing for shrink control; pre-wash is standard practice to reduce trace exposure.
Azo dyes in synthetic colorants (Royal color)
The Royal color (deep blue) is likely achieved with indigo or azo-based dyes common in cotton apparel. Azo dyes are regulated in EU and restricted in some formulations (azosulfamide banned under ZDHC guidelines), but standard azo dyes used in US-market cotton are non-carcinogenic when applied to finished fabric and do not transfer significantly onto skin during wear.
Heavy metals in dyes (cadmium, lead, chromium)
No recalls or reported contamination of Izod cotton dress shirts with heavy metal pigments have been documented. Modern cotton dye mills in compliant facilities (China, Vietnam, India) typically test for cadmium and lead; risk is low but not independently verified for this specific product line.
Flame retardant chemicals
Cotton dress shirts are not subject to flame-retardant mandates (those apply to sleepwear, children's clothing, and furniture). No flame retardants are expected in this product.
Fragrance or finishing scent allergens
Some cotton dress shirts are scent-finished with fragrance compounds to mask manufacturing odors. The product listing does not mention fragrance treatment, suggesting a plain finish, but individuals with fragrance sensitivity should pre-wash or contact the brand for confirmation.
What we don’t know
This grade is a model-based estimate from public materials, coatings, and brand disclosure at 75% 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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