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Patagonia — Men's Nomader Travel Joggers

Patagonia

Men's Nomader Travel Joggers

PantsSKU: 21450
C

Safe to wear, but rough on the environment.

Safe to wear; production isn't clean — donate when done.

Quality C · 68Health B · 74Eco · 66

Label Confidence

LOW

Label confidence low — multiple signals suggest the composition may be incomplete, vague, or hard to verify. Treat scores as directional.

  • Organic cotton claim without explicit certification (GOTS, OCS). Check brand's certification disclosures separately.
  • Recycled-fiber claim without explicit certification (GRS, RCS). Chain-of-custody for recycled materials is hard to verify without one.
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Why this grade?

This product scored 68/100 based on its composition of 59% Organic Cotton, 28% Recycled Polyester, 13% Spandex Stretch Ripstoppocket Lining. Blended from 59% Organic Cotton, 28% Recycled Polyester, 13% Spandex — the overall score is a weighted average based on each material's proportion.

C (55-69): Average — typical blend, reasonable for everyday wear.

Composition

59% Organic Cotton, 28% Recycled Polyester, 13% Spandex Stretch Ripstoppocket Lining

Average quality, high synthetic content

Decent for everyday wear, but the synthetic content means microplastic shedding and it won't biodegrade. Consider natural alternatives for your next purchase.

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Every wash of synthetic fabric releases up to 700,000 microplastic fibers into waterways. Use a Guppyfriend bag to catch them.

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This fabric will take 200+ years to decompose. That means a shirt you buy today will still exist in the year 2226.

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Dryer heat destroys spandex/elastane over time. Your leggings and stretchy clothes will last 2x longer if you skip the dryer.

Eco Rating

66/100

Moderate impact — consider eco alternatives

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Biodegradability

Not Biodegradable

Materials will persist in the environment for decades.

Health & environmental impact →

Health Impact

Microplastic shedding · skin-contact synthetic load · likely chemical treatments

B74/100

Moderate health impact — some synthetic content or possible chemical treatments. Rotate with natural-fiber alternatives where you can.

MicroplasticsMEDIUM

600,000 fibers/wash

Skin contactMODERATE

41% synthetic

ChemicalsLOW

No flags

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Care Guide

Washcold (30°C)
Cycledelicate
Detergentregular
BleachDo not bleach
Dryline dry
Ironlow
Dry Cleanavoid
SoftenerNo

Best For

👕Everyday Casual
Good

Good comfort (69) and care ease (79) for casual wear

👔Formal/Office
Good

Good durability (66) and comfort (69) for office wear

⛰️Outdoor/Hiking
Good

Good durability (66) and breathability (62) for outdoor activities

🌱Sustainable Fashion
Good

Good sustainability score (66)