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Fotodiox GoTough Silicone Mount for GoPro Hero & Hero5 Session Camera
Silicone mounts rarely hold PFAS.
This silicone camera mount has no treated textiles or coated cookware. Silicone won't naturally contain PFAS. The brand makes no PFAS claims but silicone carries low risk.
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Material
Silicone mount (elastomer)
Brand disclosure
Brand is silent on PFAS
Lab data
No public lab test
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.
Heavy metals
Black silicone may contain carbon black pigment, which has no hazard of this kind on record; colored silicone could theoretically use cheaper pigments with heavy metals. GoPro does not disclose pigment sourcing. Risk remains theoretical and undocumented for this product line.
Source, FDA ↗Mold and bacterial growth on grip surface
Silicone's porous surface can trap moisture and harbor microbes if stored damp. This is a hygiene issue rather than a chemical hazard; regular drying mitigates risk.
What’s reassuring
Base material not linked to PFAS
The main material recorded for this product is not one associated with PFAS.
Silicone degradation and leaching
No evidence that food-grade or industrial silicone mounts release volatile compounds or toxic breakdown products under normal camera mounting use. Silicone is chemically inert at consumer-use temperatures.
Phthalates
True silicone does not require phthalate plasticizers. Risk only present if product were mislabeled or contained fillers; no evidence of this for GoPro-branded mounts.
Source, ATSDR ↗The full breakdown
What it's made of and why it matters
This is a silicone elastomer mount, a synthetic rubber polymer chosen for flexibility, grip, and durability in outdoor camera accessories. Silicone is inherently stable at typical use temperatures (well below 200°C) and does not leach plasticizers or volatile organic compounds the way cheaper plastics do. The material has no known toxic degradation pathway under normal handling, mounting, and light exposure. GoPro camera mounts see minimal thermal stress compared to cookware or automotive parts.
The brand's record and disclosure
GoPro does not publish detailed material disclosures or third-party certifications for accessory components like this mount. The brand has no documented recalls or safety controversies specific to silicone mount products. GoPro's silence on material sourcing and supplier audits is typical for the camera accessory industry but reflects a gap in transparency rather than evidence of harm.
How it compares in its category
Silicone mounts are the premium choice in the rigid-mount category; alternatives include injection-molded polycarbonate or ABS plastic, which carry higher risk of BPA or phthalate leaching if lower-quality resins are used. Silicone also outperforms plastic in longevity and UV resistance. This product has lower concern compared to other camera mounting accessories.
If you buy it
Store out of direct sunlight to extend elastomer life, though UV degradation is slow with quality silicone. Inspect the mount every 12 months for cracks or hardening; replace if the grip weakens significantly or physical damage appears. Avoid extreme heat (above 60°C in direct sun) for extended periods, though this is unlikely in typical use. No special cleaning beyond mild soap and water is needed.
What we don’t know
- Basis
- Model estimate, 78% confidence, not a lab result
- Lab test
- None on record for this exact product
- Brand statement
- GoPro has made none
Formulations change between production runs, so check the current label. How we grade.
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