Dv/Hdv Guard-53 For Canon Xlh1&Xl2 vs Ergo-Tech Macro KB Mini Belt Carrying Bag: which is safer?

Kata Ergo-Tech Macro KB Mini Belt Carrying Bag is the clear pick. Dv/Hdv Guard-53 For Canon Xlh1&Xl2 carries a failing PFAS grade, and we never recommend buying a failing product.

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Dv/Hdv Guard-53 For Canon Xlh1&Xl2

PFAS grade

F 40/100

Overall grade

F 28/100

Verdict

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Hazard flags

⚑ 3

Material

nylon/polyester fabric with water-resistant coating

Confidence

42%

PossibleUnknown water-resistant coating composition (potential PFAS exposure)

PossibleCoating degradation and leachable residues

PossibleVolatile organic compounds (VOCs) from coating or adhesives

Why this grade

Our pick

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Ergo-Tech Macro KB Mini Belt Carrying Bag

PFAS grade

B 85/100

Overall grade

C 73/100

Verdict

Buy

Hazard flags

⚑ 3

Material

Nylon and polyester fabric with unspecified hardware

Confidence

62%

PossibleHeavy metals in unspecified hardware

PossibleThermal degradation of polyester and nylon

PossibleMicroplastic shedding from synthetic fabric

Why this gradeBuy

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