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Study Reveals High Levels of Harmful 'Forever Chemicals' in Smartwatch Bands

A study published in Environmental Science & Technology Letters found high levels of perfluorohexanoic acid in expensive smartwatch bands made from fluorinated synthetic rubber.
Wristbands costing more than 30 dollars had higher concentrations of the PFAS indicator than those priced under 15 dollars.
There are currently no federal regulations for PFAS exposure on the skin, according to the study.
The study's lead author, Wicks, recommends purchasing lower-cost wristbands made from silicone.

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Study finds 'forever chemicals' in higher-priced smartwatch wristbands

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Scientists find 'forever chemicals' lurking in certain smartwatch wristbands

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