Body Glove · Waterproof Phone Cases
Body Glove Tidal Waterproof Case with MagSafe for iPhone 15
Skip until brand discloses PFAS presence or absence in waterproof seals.
Body Glove provides no public disclosure on PFAS in this waterproof case. Rigid waterproof cases often use polymers that may contain PFAS; verification from the brand is needed.
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Material
Thermoplastic polyurethane (TPU) or similar rigid polymer
Brand disclosure
Brand is silent on PFAS
Lab data
No public lab test
What Body Glove Tidal Waterproof Case is made of, ingredients and materials
This case is constructed from thermoplastic polyurethane (TPU), a flexible synthetic polymer that does not contain BPA or phthalates at manufacturing. TPU is chemically stable at room temperature and does not leach monomers into food or skin during normal use. The waterproof seals and MagSafe adhesive layers are the potential concern, their composition is not publicly specified, and waterproof closures commonly rely on fluorinated compounds (PFAS) to repel water, though Body Glove has not disclosed whether this case does.
What’s concerning
Category baseline
The starting point for this type of product, before anything specific to this product is counted.
No PFAS disclosure
No public statement from the brand about PFAS in this product.
PFAS
Waterproof phone cases commonly use fluorinated coatings or gasket materials to achieve water resistance; Body Glove has not disclosed whether this case contains PFAS or uses PFAS-free alternatives. Until clarified, PFAS presence should be assumed possible.
Source, ATSDR ↗Adhesive or coating toxicity
The MagSafe metal ring and waterproof gaskets are bonded using adhesives that are not publicly specified. Industrial TPU adhesives may contain volatile organic compounds (VOCs) or unreacted isocyanate residues, though exposure during normal phone case use is expected to be minimal.
Seal failure and mold/bacterial growth
If waterproof seals degrade or are not properly maintained, moisture can accumulate inside the case, creating environments for mold and bacterial growth. This is a maintenance issue, not inherent to the material, but user responsibility is high.
What’s reassuring
TPU degradation and leaching
Bulk TPU material does not have a documented history of leaching plasticizers or toxic monomers under normal consumer conditions. No recalls or safety alerts have been established for Body Glove TPU cases on this basis.
Microplastic shedding
TPU is relatively stable and resistant to fragmentation under normal use. No specific evidence of microplastic release from Body Glove TPU cases has been published, though wear over years could theoretically generate fine particles if the case breaks or degrades significantly.
The full breakdown
The brand's record and disclosure
Body Glove is primarily known for apparel and water sports equipment. The brand has not published PFAS policies, water-resistance certification details, or materials disclosure statements for this phone case line. No recalls or chemical safety controversies have been established for Body Glove electronics accessories. Without public documentation of PFAS presence or alternatives used in the seals, the brand's stance remains silent on a key waterproofing ingredient.
How it compares in its category
Phone protective cases in the rigid TPU/polymer category are common and generally pose low leaching hazards from the bulk material. However, waterproof cases specifically rely on adhesives, gaskets, and coatings that vary widely in PFAS content; competitors rarely disclose this either, making this case typical rather than exceptional. Cases with MagSafe components may use additional adhesive layers, but metal ring strength (not adhesive chemistry) is the documented concern for magnet durability, not safety.
If you buy it
Store the case at room temperature and away from sustained heat above 60°C (140°F), as TPU can soften and seals may degrade. Do not soak or expose seals to solvents; rinse only with fresh water if debris accumulates. Inspect gaskets and adhesive edges annually for peeling, discoloration, or separation; replace the case if seals fail, as waterproofing will be compromised. The MagSafe attachment should be checked periodically to ensure the ring remains bonded and does not come loose inside a pocket.
What we don’t know
- Basis
- Model estimate, 45% confidence, not a lab result
- Lab test
- None on record for this exact product
- Brand statement
- Body Glove has made none
Formulations change between production runs, so check the current label. How we grade.
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