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Plastic-Free Rating
Clothing
Clothing·MATE the Label

Organic Cotton Everyday Tee

A
PFR Grade
Excellent — minimal plastic, transparent materials, safe for daily use
GOTS-certified organic cotton, non-toxic dyes, no PFAS, no synthetic finishes. MATE the Label is a Certified B-Corp that makes clothing without plastic, toxic dyes, or harmful finishes.
PFR Approved

Everyday t-shirt made from GOTS-certified organic cotton with non-toxic dyes. No PFAS, no synthetic finishes. Certified B-Corp brand.

Score Breakdown

How scores are calculated

Materials (40%): How plastic-free the product is — raw materials, construction, and coatings.

Packaging (20%): Is the product packaged in plastic? Is it recyclable?

Transparency (20%): Does the brand disclose ingredients, sourcing, and manufacturing?

Durability (20%): How long does it last? Longer-lasting products reduce plastic waste over time.

Materials
9
Packaging
9
Transparency
10
Durability
8

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Last updated: April 6, 2026

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High Exposure Risk — Why This Product Category Matters

Clothing is in direct contact with skin for 16+ hours daily. Synthetic fabrics (polyester, nylon, spandex) shed microplastics through wear and washing. PFAS water-resistant treatments, formaldehyde anti-wrinkle finishes, and synthetic dyes add additional chemical exposure. Athletic wear is particularly concerning due to PFAS moisture-management coatings.

Why We Recommend This Product

MATE the Label is one of the most genuinely non-toxic clothing brands available. Their GOTS certification, non-toxic dyes, and B-Corp status provide multiple layers of accountability. Featured in Vogue, Goop, and Forbes for their commitment to clean clothing.

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