Macy's · Stain-Resistant Blazers & Suits
Tommy Hilfiger Men's Modern Fit Sport Coat Blazer
Skip or contact brand. water-repellent coating blazers often contain PFAS.
Sport coats typically use water-repellent coating finishes that may contain PFAS. Tommy Hilfiger discloses nothing about PFAS in this product. Request specific coating details before purchase.
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Material
wool blend with water-repellent coating finish
Brand disclosure
Brand is silent on PFAS
Lab data
No public lab test
Why this grade
Waterproof / stain-resistant treatment
water-repellent coating treatments have historically used PFAS.
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 blazer is a wool blend with a water-repellent coating (water-repellent coating) finish. Wool itself is a natural protein fiber with low inherent toxicity, but the water-repellent coating applied to achieve water and stain resistance is the critical variable. Modern water-repellent coating finishes on mid-market sportswear often rely on fluorinated compounds (PFAS) to achieve performance, though some manufacturers have shifted to fluorine-free alternatives. The blazer's liner and any synthetic content (polyester in the blend) add minimal toxicity risk if not flame-retardant treated.
The brand's record and disclosure
Tommy Hilfiger (PVH Corp parent) has not made public commitments to PFAS-free textiles or disclosed the specific water-repellent coating chemistry used in this product line. Macy's, as the retailer, does not provide transparency on finish formulations for individual SKUs. No product-specific recalls or safety warnings are on record for this blazer. Without direct brand communication, the water-repellent coating finish composition remains opaque and should be assumed precautionary.
How it compares in its category
Wool sport coats with water-repellent coating finishes are standard in the mainstream menswear category; this product is not distinctive in risk profile versus comparable brands (Brooks Brothers, Banana Republic, J.Crew at similar price points). Higher-end brands sometimes disclose PFAS-free finishes, while budget alternatives may skip water-repellent coating entirely. Unfinished wool or organic wool blends with alternative water-resistance methods are available but less common and typically cost more.
If you buy it
Dry-clean according to the garment label; professional cleaning reduces risk of wearing down the water-repellent coating finish prematurely, which could lead to microfiber migration. Do not attempt home laundering with hot water or harsh detergents, as these degrade water-repellent coatings and may mobilize finish residues. Expect the water-repellent coating to diminish over 2-3 years of regular use; replacement or re-treatment at that point reintroduces the same chemistry question. Store in a breathable garment bag to minimize off-gassing in enclosed spaces.
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.”
PFAS in water-repellent coating finish
water-repellent coating coatings on wool blends commonly contain perfluorinated compounds or newer PFAS alternatives. Tommy Hilfiger has not disclosed the specific finish chemistry. Long-term skin contact with PFAS-treated textiles may pose low but non-zero exposure, especially if the finish degrades.
Azo dyes
No specific record of azo dye violations in Tommy Hilfiger menswear. Wool and polyester blends can be dyed with azo compounds, but mainstream brands typically comply with EU/REACH restrictions. No product recall or hazard warning exists for this blazer.
Formaldehyde resins in finishes
Formaldehyde is not a primary finish concern in wool sport coats, though it may be present in polyester linings or seam sealants at trace levels. No established hazard reported for this product category.
Heavy metals in dyes or pigments
No recalls or warnings on record for cadmium, lead, or other heavy metals in Tommy Hilfiger menswear. Wool dyeing typically uses lower-toxicity dye classes than ceramics or printed textiles.
Microfiber shedding from synthetic blend
Polyester content in the wool blend may shed microfibers during washing or wear, particularly as the garment ages. Dry-cleaning minimizes this; machine washing accelerates fiber release into wastewater.
What we don’t know
This grade is a model-based estimate from public materials, coatings, and brand disclosure at 50% 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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