Smartdevil · Waterproof Phone Chargers & Cables
8 in 1 Waterproof Ports USB Fast Charger, Smart Safe Portable with Multiple Ports Devices with 4 Type C and 4 USB Port f
Skip. Waterproof USB chargers often contain PFAS, brand silent.
This portable charger has waterproof treatment but no PFAS disclosure. Smartdevil provides no material or coating transparency, raising concern for water-repellent coating chemicals.
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Material
Plastic housing with unspecified waterproof coating
Brand disclosure
Brand is silent on PFAS
Lab data
No public lab test
Why this grade
Waterproof / stain-resistant treatment
water-repellent coating treatments have historically used PFAS.
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 charger uses plastic housing with an unspecified waterproof coating applied to protect internal electronics from moisture ingress. The specific polymer type (ABS, polycarbonate, or blended) and coating chemistry are not disclosed by the brand, which is a transparency gap for a device marketed as waterproof. Waterproof coatings often rely on fluorochemicals (PFAS compounds) to achieve water and oil repellency, though non-fluorinated alternatives exist. Without material declarations, you cannot verify whether the coating contains legacy or emerging PFAS.
The brand's record and disclosure
Smartdevil provides no publicly available material safety data, composition transparency, or certification claims (RoHS, REACH, CPSIA) for this product. The brand has not published a stance on PFAS use or avoidance in product lines. No major safety recalls for Smartdevil USB chargers appear in FDA or CPSC databases, but the lack of proactive disclosure suggests minimal third-party testing or regulatory engagement. Absence of evidence of problems is not evidence of safety.
How it compares in its category
Multi-port USB chargers from more transparent manufacturers (Anker, Belkin) typically disclose plastic type and provide RoHS/REACH compliance statements; Smartdevil does neither. Waterproof chargers inherently carry higher PFAS risk because fluorochemical coatings are an industry standard for water resistance; only brands explicitly committed to PFAS-free alternatives reduce this risk. This product sits in the middle-tier budget segment where cost pressure often drives less expensive (and less disclosed) coating choices.
If you buy it
Avoid prolonged contact with skin, especially for children or those with sensitive skin, as unspecified coating leachates are uncharacterized. Do not use near heat sources or leave in direct sunlight for extended periods, as plastic degradation can increase leaching of monomers or coating residues. Keep away from high-humidity environments where coating integrity may degrade and internal materials risk exposure. Request material safety data before purchase if waterproof certification or PFAS status is critical to your decision; silence on these points is a legitimate reason to choose a competing brand with full disclosure.
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.”
Unspecified waterproof coating composition
Waterproof USB chargers frequently use fluorochemical coatings for durability; Smartdevil's lack of disclosure means PFAS or other durable water repellents may be present but unconfirmed. Coating degradation over years of use could increase leachate exposure.
Plastic housing leachates (phthalates, BPA, polymer additives)
Budget-tier plastic housings may use plasticizers or UV stabilizers not disclosed in specs. Extended contact with skin or food preparation surfaces near the charger poses low but unquantified risk if housing uses older polymer formulations.
Electrical contact corrosion and mold in water-sealed chambers
Sealed waterproof housings trap moisture if water ingress occurs; internal fungal or bacterial growth is possible if the device is submerged or heavily exposed to humidity. Corrosion of ports accelerates over time and may release metal oxide particles or leach trace metals into nearby surfaces.
Thermal degradation of plastic and coating under sustained charging load
Multi-port chargers dissipate significant heat; unspecified plastic type may soften or off-gas volatile compounds above 60-70 degrees Celsius. Waterproof coatings may degrade or yellow with heat exposure, releasing monomers or degradation products.
Heavy metals in solder or internal connections (lead, cadmium)
No recalls or test results published for Smartdevil chargers; RoHS compliance not stated. Older or budget chargers may use lead-containing solder on circuit boards, though direct skin contact is minimal with sealed housing.
What we don’t know
This grade is a model-based estimate from public materials, coatings, and brand disclosure at 35% 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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