Withings Review, Is Withings Non-Toxic?
Withings averages 82 out of 100 on PFAS Authority's PFAS and toxin screen across the 17 Withings products graded as of November 2026, and 16 of them reach its 70 point pass mark.
Withings grades Excellent on our four-band scale. On disclosure, the brand says nothing publicly about PFAS. See what every brand has published about PFAS for how that compares.
PFAS Authority is a scoring system, not a laboratory. We do not test products ourselves. Grades are model-based, built from published ingredients, materials, certifications, brand disclosures and third-party lab results where they exist. See the rubric.
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Does Withings have PFAS, by category
Which Withings products are PFAS-free? Good or better, best-graded first
- Stainless steel mesh loop band
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- Nickel leaching from stainless steel. Stainless steel inherently contains 8-12% nickel. In persons with…
3 hazards checked on this product, all on its full breakdown.
Withings
Recycled Woven PET Wristbands for Steel HR, Steel HR Sport, Move ECG, Move, Steel, and ScanWatch
- Recycled woven PET polyester
- We found no PFAS statement from the brand
- Heavy metals. Recycled PET wristbands often undergo dyeing. Withings does not disclose dye chemistry or heavy…
4 hazards checked on this product, all on its full breakdown.
- Silicone elastomer, no surface treatment disclosed
- We found no PFAS statement from the brand
- Silicone degradation and surface oxidation. Extended UV exposure or high heat can cause silicone to become…
2 hazards checked on this product, all on its full breakdown.
- Silicone or elastomer band
- We found no PFAS statement from the brand
- Skin irritation or allergic contact dermatitis. Silicone itself is hypoallergenic, but dyes, additives, or…
3 hazards checked on this product, all on its full breakdown.
- Silicone watch band
- We found no PFAS statement from the brand
- Volatile organic compounds (VOCs) from manufacturing residues. Silicone manufacturing can leave trace…
4 hazards checked on this product, all on its full breakdown.
- Stainless steel case, plastic/silicone band, electronic components
- We found no PFAS statement from the brand
- Silicone band degradation and skin irritation. Silicone is generally well-tolerated, but prolonged contact…
2 hazards checked on this product, all on its full breakdown.
- Elastic polymer watch band
- We found no PFAS statement from the brand
- Volatile organic compound (VOC) off-gassing. Elastomer polymers may release residual monomers or solvents…
3 hazards checked on this product, all on its full breakdown.
- Stainless steel case, possibly water-resistant polymer gaskets
- We found no PFAS statement from the brand
- BPA & bisphenols. Water-resistant gaskets are typically synthetic rubber or elastomer, materials that can…
4 hazards checked on this product, all on its full breakdown.
- Plastic casing, elastomer band
- We found no PFAS statement from the brand
- Elastomer band degradation and skin irritation. Elastomer materials can degrade with sweat, UV exposure, and…
2 hazards checked on this product, all on its full breakdown.
- stainless steel, sapphire crystal, elastomer band
- We found no PFAS statement from the brand
- Elastomer band degradation and additive leaching. Elastomer bands commonly contain plasticizers (phthalates…
4 hazards checked on this product, all on its full breakdown.
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- Stainless steel case, sapphire crystal, elastomer strap
- We found no PFAS statement from the brand
- Elastomer strap degradation. Rubber straps degrade with prolonged heat, UV exposure, and sweat accumulation.…
2 hazards checked on this product, all on its full breakdown.
- Rubber/elastomer wristband
- We found no PFAS statement from the brand
- Colorants and dyes in elastomer. Black rubber wristbands can contain carbon black or synthetic dyes; no test…
5 hazards checked on this product, all on its full breakdown.
- Stainless steel case, sapphire crystal, elastomer bands with water resistance
- We found no PFAS statement from the brand
- water-repellent coating (water-repellent coating) treatment chemistry. Water resistance is likely achieved…
3 hazards checked on this product, all on its full breakdown.
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- Stainless steel case, polymer straps, electronic components
- We found no PFAS statement from the brand
- Polymer strap degradation and skin contact. Repeated sweat exposure and UV light can degrade elastomer straps…
2 hazards checked on this product, all on its full breakdown.
- Stainless steel case, sapphire crystal, silicone/rubber strap
- We found no PFAS statement from the brand
- Nickel release from stainless steel case (contact dermatitis). Surgical-grade 316L stainless steel contains…
3 hazards checked on this product, all on its full breakdown.
- Stainless steel case, elastomer/polymer band
- We found no PFAS statement from the brand
- Allergens in band material or finishes. Elastomer bands may contain residual mold release agents or…
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- Stainless steel case, sapphire crystal, fluoroelastomer strap with water resistance coating
- We found no PFAS statement from the brand
- PFAS. Fluoroelastomer straps used in smartwatches are typically treated with fluorine-based water-repellent…
2 hazards checked on this product, all on its full breakdown.
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- Quartz crystal, stainless steel case, resin band
- We found no PFAS statement from the brand
- Resin band VOC off-gassing
3 hazards checked on this product, all on its full breakdown.
- Lithium-ion battery, plastic housing, rubber grips
- We found no PFAS statement from the brand
- Lithium-ion battery thermal runaway
2 hazards checked on this product, all on its full breakdown.
- silicone elastomer
- We found no PFAS statement from the brand
- Bacterial or fungal growth from moisture retention
- titanium, stainless steel, sapphire crystal
- We found no PFAS statement from the brand
- Band material variability
2 hazards checked on this product, all on its full breakdown.
Smart Ring 3 Silver / 9#19.1mm / Standard with 1 Charging Case
- Titanium alloy, sapphire crystal, stainless steel
- We found no PFAS statement from the brand
- Nickel leaching (from stainless steel components)
3 hazards checked on this product, all on its full breakdown.
Smart Ring Titan Rose Golden / 11#20.6mm
- Titanium alloy body with ceramic crown
- We found no PFAS statement from the brand
- Nickel leaching from alloy components
2 hazards checked on this product, all on its full breakdown.
Withings and PFAS, common questions
- Does Withings have PFAS?
- Withings averages 82 out of 100 on PFAS Authority's PFAS and toxin screen across the 17 Withings products graded as of November 2026, and 16 of them reach its 70 point pass mark. Grades are model-based estimates built from published materials, ingredients and disclosures, not lab tests.
- Is Withings non-toxic?
- Withings Milanese Mesh Loop Bracelet is the highest-graded Withings product we have scored, at 85/100. It depends on the product line rather than the brand, so check the grade of the exact item you are buying.
- Which Withings products are lower concern for PFAS?
- The highest-graded Withings products we have scored are Withings Milanese Mesh Loop Bracelet, Withings Recycled Woven PET Wristbands for Steel HR, Steel HR Sport, Move ECG, Move, Steel, and ScanWatch, Compatible for Withings Smartwatch Bands, 18mm, 20mm Quick Release New Soft Silicone Sport Replacement Straps for Women. That is our model-based estimate from materials and public disclosure, not a lab test.
- Which Withings products should I avoid?
- The lowest-graded Withings products we have scored are Withings Unisex Scanwatch Nova Brilliant Edition Watch. Each one links to the evidence behind its grade.
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