Friday, December 20, 2024

High levels of PFAS found in smartwatch wristbands. Really!

The never ending alarmism and hysteria about PFAS! This one is disseminated by the Royal Society of Chemistry! Shame on them!

Alert: Plastophobia is a serious disorder. Please seek immediate medical help! (Caution: satire)

What about all the benefits of plastics in our lives? What are the substitutes?


"There are elevated levels of leachable per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS) in several smartwatch wristbands, US researchers have shown. Fluoropolymers are often employed in such products owing to their oil-and water-repelling properties. The research suggests that some bands contain significant residues of perfluorohexanoic acid (PFHxA) – used as a surfactant during manufacturing – providing an opportunity for skin exposure. ..."

High levels of PFAS found in smartwatch wristbands | News | Chemistry World

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