Spigen · Waterproof Phone Chargers & Cable Cases
Spigen Durasync C To C Cable Power Delivery Pd Fast Charging 60w Usb
Lower concern. Standard USB cable with no known PFAS risk factors.
USB-C charging cables typically use rubber/plastic outer materials without waterproofing or stain resistance treatments. No public evidence of PFAS in Spigen cables.
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Rubber-coated copper wire, plastic connector housing
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 copper wire (standard conductor) sheathed in rubber or thermoplastic elastomer (TPE) for the outer jacket, with plastic (likely polycarbonate or ABS) connector housings. Rubber and TPE are chemically stable at normal operating temperatures (USB cables rarely exceed 50°C in typical use) and do not leach problematic chemicals into food or skin contact. The copper core is inert and the plastic housing is not designed for ingestion or prolonged skin exposure, making material composition low-risk for this product class.
The brand's record and disclosure
Spigen is a recognized phone accessory manufacturer with a neutral safety record; no major recalls, chemical disclosures, or controversies are documented in public databases. The company does not publish detailed material safety datasheets for individual cable products, which is standard for this category and not a red flag. No independent testing has flagged quality or safety defects in their USB cables as a product line.
How it compares in its category
USB-C power delivery cables are commodity items with minimal regulatory oversight outside electrical safety (UL/FCC certification). Spigen's offering sits in the mainstream middle: more reliable than unbranded bulk cables, equivalent in material hazard profile to other mid-tier brands (Anker, Belkin, Amazon Basics), and not differentiated by sustainability or disclosure. The 60W PD spec is standard and does not introduce material hazards.
If you buy it
Keep the cable away from sharp objects and extreme heat sources (avoid coiling near laptop vents or car dashboards). Replace it if the rubber jacket cracks or frays, exposing copper, to prevent electrical hazard. The connector contacts may accumulate lint or dirt over time; periodic light cleaning with a dry cloth extends life. Avoid kinking or wrapping tightly around power adapters, which stresses the jacket and internal wires.
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.”
Rubber/TPE jacket degradation and cracking
Heavy use or repeated flexing can cause the outer rubber layer to crack or fray after 1-2 years, potentially exposing internal copper conductors. This is a wear hazard, not a chemical hazard, but represents the normal end-of-life point for the product.
Electrical safety (short/fire risk from damage)
If the jacket is punctured or heavily damaged, internal conductors may contact each other, creating fire or shock risk. This is not a manufacturing defect but a risk from misuse or aging; proper handling and replacement mitigate it.
Connector corrosion and contact failure
No established reports of premature oxidation or chemical corrosion in Spigen USB-C connectors. Standard connectors are gold or nickel-plated and perform well in normal indoor humidity.
Plasticizer or phthalate leaching from plastic housing
The plastic connector housing does not contact food, prolonged skin contact, or high heat, and is not designed for ingestion. Standard polycarbonate or ABS formulations used in electronics do not require phthalates and are not known to leach under normal cable use conditions.
Off-gassing or VOC emission
Rubber and plastic components in USB cables are not known to emit volatile organic compounds at room temperature or normal operating temperatures. No odor complaints or off-gassing incidents are documented for this product line.
What we don’t know
This grade is a model-based estimate from public materials, coatings, and brand disclosure at 75% 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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