Falls short on every axis — flimsy, synthetic-heavy, and rough on the environment.
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Why this grade?
This product scored 51/100 based on its composition of 50% Recycled Polyester, 50% Acrylic. Blended from 50% Recycled Polyester, 50% Acrylic — the overall score is a weighted average based on each material's proportion.
D (40-54): Below average — may lack durability or comfort.
Below average — consider alternatives
This fabric scores low on quality. It may pill, wear out quickly, or not feel great against skin. And when it does wear out, it'll sit in a landfill for decades. Look for higher-rated options.
Every wash of synthetic fabric releases up to 700,000 microplastic fibers into waterways. Use a Guppyfriend bag to catch them.
This fabric will take 200+ years to decompose. That means a shirt you buy today will still exist in the year 2226.
Recycled Polyester (score 62) is carrying this blend. Acrylic (score 40) is pulling it down.
Biodegradability
Not BiodegradableMaterials will persist in the environment for decades.
Health & environmental impact →Health Impact
Microplastic shedding · skin-contact synthetic load · likely chemical treatments
High health impact — significant synthetic content or likely chemical treatments. For frequent skin-contact wear, consider a natural-fiber alternative.
600,000 fibers/wash
100% synthetic
Antimony
- Antimony (trace): Recycled polyester carries reduced (but non-zero) antimony residue from upstream PET feedstock.
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