Is Catalyst PFAS-free?
Across 8 graded products, Catalyst averages F (26/100). On disclosure, the brand says nothing publicly about PFAS. None of its products grade C or better yet. Grades are model-based estimates, not lab results.
Graded and flagged D and F, we’d swap these
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Griffin Survivor + Catalyst for iPhone 5/5s/SE
Polycarbonate and TPU (thermoplastic urethane) shell
Lower PFAS concern; typical phone case materials carry minimal inherent PFAS risk.
⚠Risky category by default
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iPhone 15 Pro/15 Pro Max Waterproof Total Protection Case
Polycarbonate/TPU composite with waterproof coating (unspecified)
Skip unless Catalyst publicly discloses waterproof coating chemistry.
⚠Waterproof or stain-proof treatment
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iPhone 6/6S Waterproof Case
Polycarbonate shell with elastomer bumpers; waterproof seals/gaskets (composition unspecified)
Skip until Catalyst discloses waterproof seal materials or certifies PFAS-free.
⚠Waterproof or stain-proof treatment
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iPhone 14 Waterproof Case
Polycarbonate/TPE shell with unknown waterproof coating
Skip until Catalyst discloses waterproof treatment chemistry, water-resistant cases often use PFAS-based water-repellent coating coatings.
⚠Waterproof or stain-proof treatment
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Total Protection Case for iPhone 12
Drop-tested elastomer/TPU case with unspecified water-resistant coating
Skip until Catalyst discloses coating chemistry or certifies PFAS-free.
⚠Waterproof or stain-proof treatment
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Body Glove Tidal Waterproof Phone Case for iPhone
Thermoplastic polyurethane (TPU) or silicone elastomer case with waterproof coating
Skip until brand confirms waterproof coating is PFAS-free; waterproof phone cases commonly use fluorinated polymers.
⚠Waterproof or stain-proof treatment
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iPhone 14 Pro Waterproof Case
Silicone/rubber exterior, likely water-repellent coating-treated seals/edges
Skip until Catalyst discloses waterproof treatment chemistry.
⚠Waterproof or stain-proof treatment
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Waterproof Case for iPhone X
Silicone rubber/thermoplastic polymers with waterproof coating
Skip until Catalyst discloses waterproof treatment chemistry or certifies PFAS-free.
⚠Waterproof or stain-proof treatment
Every grade uses the same public rubric. How grades work →