Mophie · Waterproof Phone Chargers & Cable Cases
Belkin BoostCharge USB-C to USB-A Cable
Lower concern USB cable; standard materials unlikely to contain PFAS.
USB-C cables typically use PVC jackets and polyethylene insulation without intentional PFAS. No public disclosure from Belkin/Mophie on PFAS composition; standard connector materials pose minimal risk.
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PVC outer jacket, copper/tin conductors, polyethylene insulation
Brand disclosure
Brand is silent on PFAS
Lab data
No public lab test
Why this grade
Safe base material
Made from a material with no inherent PFAS use (ceramic, mineral, or natural fiber).
Category baseline
other is a category where PFAS exposure is more common.
No PFAS disclosure
No public statement about PFAS in this product.
The full breakdown
What it's made of and why it matters
This cable uses a PVC outer jacket (common for flexibility and durability), polyethylene insulation around conductors, and copper/tin wiring for signal and power transfer. PVC jackets are standard in consumer electronics and do not leach harmful chemicals under normal use conditions (room temperature, non-heated environments). The copper and tin combination is industry standard for corrosion resistance and electrical conductivity; no heavy metal concerns apply at these trace levels in a cable housing.
The brand's record and disclosure
Belkin (owned by GN Store Nord) has not published detailed material safety or PFAS transparency statements specific to this cable line. However, Belkin maintains general compliance with FCC, CE, and RoHS regulations, which exclude lead and cadmium in most electronics. The company does not have a known history of safety recalls or material contamination issues in USB cables. Absence of public disclosure does not indicate a safety problem, but rather reflects the low-risk profile of commodity USB accessories.
How it compares in its category
USB-C to USB-A cables are among the simplest consumer electronics; this Belkin product is structurally and materially typical of competitors (Apple, Anker, Amazon Basics). All use similar PVC or TPE jackets and copper conductors. Differentiation in this category is primarily durability (strain relief, connector robustness) rather than chemical safety. No data suggests Belkin cables pose greater or lesser chemical risk than equivalent branded alternatives.
If you buy it
Avoid coiling tightly or bending sharply repeatedly, which can crack the PVC jacket and expose insulation over time. Store at room temperature; do not leave in direct sunlight or high heat (car dashboards) for extended periods, as PVC can degrade and become brittle. Replace if the outer jacket shows visible damage, fraying, or exposure of internal insulation. These are standard cable care practices and not specific to safety hazards; the cable itself poses no chemical risk during normal use.
Beyond PFAS: other things we checked
Established hazard classes for this product type, assessed from public information. These never change the PFAS grade; a Likely flag caps the Verdict at “Buy with care.”
PVC jacket degradation and insulation exposure
Repeated flexing, heat exposure, or UV damage over years can crack the PVC outer jacket. This does not release hazardous chemicals but can expose inner insulation and create electrical contact risk. Risk is low under normal storage and use.
Flame retardant or plasticizer additives in PVC
PVC formulations may contain phthalates or other plasticizers to achieve flexibility; however, modern consumer electronics-grade PVC is typically phthalate-free to meet EU RoHS/REACH. No recalls or safety alerts exist for this product line.
Heavy metals in solder or tin plating
Copper/tin conductors and solder joints are standard and do not leach in normal use. Lead-free solder is industry standard for RoHS-compliant products. No exposure pathway exists for the user.
Bacterial or microbial growth on cable surface
USB cables are not a known vector for bacterial colonization and do not create moist or nutrient-rich environments. This is not a hazard specific to Belkin or PVC cables.
What we don’t know
This grade is a model-based estimate from public materials, coatings, and brand disclosure at 72% confidence. It is not a lab result.
No independent PFAS lab test is on record for this exact product. A lab test could move the score in either direction.
The brand has not made a specific, verifiable PFAS-free statement, so part of this score reflects that missing disclosure rather than a confirmed material.
Formulations and coatings change between production runs. Always check the current label before buying.
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