Macy's · Stain-Resistant Blazers & Suits
Michael Kors Men's Classic-Fit Linen-Blend Sport Coat
Lower concern. Uncoated linen blend unlikely to contain PFAS.
Linen-blend sport coat has no water-resistant or stain-resistant treatment mentioned, reducing PFAS risk. No brand PFAS disclosure available, but bare linen fabric is inherently lower concern.
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Material
linen-blend fabric, uncoated
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 Michael Kors sport coat is a linen-blend fabric, meaning it mixes linen (plant cellulose fiber) with another fiber, typically cotton or synthetic polyester. Uncoated means no water-resistant or stain-resistant chemical layer has been applied to the surface. Linen itself is minimally processed compared to synthetic fabrics, and the blend provides durability without requiring heavy chemical finishes.
The brand's record and disclosure
Michael Kors (Capri Holdings) does not publicly disclose detailed chemical content or testing for individual garments. The brand has no major documented chemical contamination recalls for men's sportwear. Macy's as retailer carries no specific independent third-party safety certifications for this item, but no formal violations or hazard alerts exist on public record.
How it compares in its category
Uncoated linen-blend sportcoats are relatively low-risk compared to heavily treated synthetic blazers or those with water-repellent coating (water-repellent coating) finishes, which often contain PFAS. Natural fiber blends avoid polyester antimony concerns when the polyester content is moderate. This product sits in the safer middle ground for casual menswear.
If you buy it
Wash in cool water with standard detergent; high heat or dry cleaning solvent exposure is unnecessary for linen. Inspect seams and dyed areas for loose fibers or color bleeding in the first few washes. No special storage needed. Replace when fabric loses structural integrity (excessive pilling, fraying, or thinning at stress points).
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 (finishing treatment)
Linen-blend textiles may receive formaldehyde-based resin finishing for wrinkle resistance or shape retention. No test data available for this specific product, but the risk is lower in uncoated, unfinished blends than in performance fabrics.
Azo dyes (synthetic coloring)
The dye used to color the fabric could include azo dyes; however, regulated markets (US, EU) restrict the most hazardous azo compounds. Michael Kors sources from apparel supply chains with moderate dye oversight but no disclosed independent testing for this item.
Antimony in polyester component
If the blend contains polyester, antimony (a catalyst used in polyester synthesis) may be present in trace amounts. Exposure through skin contact during wear is considered negligible by toxicologists, but not zero.
Microplastics shedding from synthetic blend
A linen-blend containing polyester fibers will shed microfibers during washing and wear. Environmental concern is higher than health concern, but microplastics ingestion risk through direct skin contact is minimal.
Colorant migration or bleeding
Poorly fixed dyes may leach during the first few washes, especially if fabric is wet-processed before sale. This is a quality control issue rather than a documented hazard for this brand, but happens occasionally in casual sportcoat lines.
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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