Mophie · Waterproof Personal Electronics Cases
Mophie Cable 100W USB-C to USB-C 2.0 Charge & Sync Cable
Lower concern. Standard USB-C cable with base materials not linked to PFAS.
Material as recorded is PVC or TPE jacket with copper or aluminum conductors. The jacket material is not a type associated with PFAS concern. No water-repellent finish on record. Brand has no PFAS statement on record.
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Material
PVC or TPE jacket, copper/aluminum conductors
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.
Jacket material leaching (PVC/TPE)
If the jacket is PVC, it may contain phthalate plasticizers; if TPE, phthalates are unlikely. Neither scenario poses significant exposure risk during cable use because the jacket does not contact skin, mouth, or food. Migration of additives into the environment occurs only after disposal.
Connector contact degradation
Repeated insertion and removal can wear gold-plated or nickel-plated USB-C connectors, potentially exposing base metals underneath. This is a durability rather than toxicity concern, but worn connectors may increase electrical resistance and heat generation over years of heavy use.
Microplastics
The PVC or TPE jacket will fragment into microplastics if disposed in landfill or marine environments. This is an environmental concern rather than a direct consumer health hazard, but contributes to plastic pollution from electronics.
Source, EPA ↗What’s reassuring
Base material not linked to PFAS
The main material recorded for this product is not one associated with PFAS.
Conductor corrosion and electrical safety
Copper and aluminum conductors are stable under normal use. Risk of internal corrosion is low unless the cable is exposed to moisture or salt spray; no recalls or field failures are documented for this product.
Thermal stability and fume risk
This cable operates at standard USB power levels (5V typical, up to 20V/5A for 100W). The jacket will not reach temperatures that trigger off-gassing or decomposition. No fume hazard is documented for PVC or TPE at these operational conditions.
The full breakdown
What it's made of and why it matters
Mophie's 100W USB-C cable uses a PVC or TPE (thermoplastic elastomer) outer jacket over copper or aluminum internal conductors. TPE is generally preferred over PVC because it does not require phthalate plasticizers to achieve flexibility, though both are standard in consumer electronics. The jacket material does not make contact with food or skin during normal use, which limits exposure pathways for any leachables. Copper conductors are industry standard and carry no known toxicity concerns at the voltages and currents this cable handles.
The brand's record and disclosure
Mophie (owned by Nifty Group/Incipio) does not publish detailed material safety disclosures or sustainability reports specific to individual cables. The brand has no known recalls or public safety controversies tied to this product line. No third-party certifications (RoHS, REACH compliance statements) are prominently advertised, though major electronics manufacturers typically meet these standards by default for US market sales. Lack of transparency does not indicate a hazard, but limits independent verification of material sourcing.
How it compares in its category
USB-C cables are one of the lowest-risk consumer electronics accessories because they are not heated during normal use, do not contact food or mucous membranes, and have no active chemical components. This Mophie cable's 100W rating and thick gauge make it more durable than budget alternatives, which reduces the risk of internal wire exposure over time. Competitors like Anker and Belkin cables use similar PVC/TPE jacket materials and carry comparable safety profiles. Premium certified cables (USB-IF certified) offer marginal additional assurance but are not required for typical use.
If you buy it
Store the cable away from direct heat sources and sharp objects to prevent jacket cracking, which could expose conductors. Do not wrap the cable tightly around chargers or devices while powered, as this can create stress points and thermal buildup. Replace the cable if the outer jacket shows cracks, peeling, or discoloration, as these indicate material degradation. Clean with a dry cloth; do not use solvents or submerge, as water ingress can cause corrosion of connectors.
What we don’t know
- Basis
- Model estimate, 72% confidence, not a lab result
- Lab test
- None on record for this exact product
- Brand statement
- Mophie has made none
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