Mophie · Waterproof Smartphone Cases
Mophie Juice Pack Access Hardshell Battery Case for Apple iPhone 11
No coating described, and no PFAS statement from the brand.
The product information we reviewed describes hardshell plastic casing, internal battery, with no water-repellent coating named. Water resistance on products like this usually comes from the material and its seals rather than a surface treatment. The brand has published no PFAS statement for it.
We flunk more products than we pass. This one earned its grade. How we grade
Material
Hardshell plastic casing, internal battery
Brand disclosure
Brand is silent on PFAS
Lab data
No public lab test
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What Mophie Juice Pack Access Apple iPhone is made of, ingredients and materials
The Mophie Juice Pack Access uses a rigid thermoplastic hardshell casing, typically polycarbonate or ABS plastic, chosen for impact protection and durability around the phone and integrated lithium battery. Neither polycarbonate nor ABS is known to leach BPA or phthalates under normal smartphone use conditions (room temperature, no prolonged heat exposure). The internal lithium-ion battery is sealed and isolated from skin contact, so electrolyte leakage is not a user-facing chemical hazard unless the case is physically damaged or crushed.
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.
Lithium battery thermal runaway or electrolyte leakage (internal)
Integrated lithium-ion batteries carry inherent risk if physically damaged, overcharged, or exposed to extreme temperatures. This risk is not specific to Mophie but inherent to any integrated battery case; normal use does not pose a hazard if the hardshell casing remains intact.
Microplastic shedding or particulate degradation
Over years of use, hardshell plastics may develop micro-cracks and shed small particles, particularly at stress points like button cutouts. Ingestion risk is negligible; inhalation risk is only if the case is sanded or abraded directly. Normal wear does not produce dangerous particle loads.
What’s reassuring
Base material not linked to PFAS
The main material recorded for this product is not one associated with PFAS.
BPA & bisphenols
Polycarbonate and ABS formulations in modern smartphone accessories rarely contain BPA; it is not used in most current hardshell cases. No documented cases of BPA leaching from Mophie Juice Pack products into food or skin contact have been reported.
Source, FDA ↗Volatile organic compounds (VOCs) off-gassing
Rigid thermoplastic shells generate minimal VOC off-gassing compared to TPE, silicone, or foam-lined cases. Any initial odor on unboxing is short-lived and not associated with hazardous fume release.
Waterproofing coating or sealant chemicals
No waterproof membrane coating or chemical sealant is named or implied for this model. Water resistance comes from the hardshell material itself and the fit of internal seams, not applied PFAS or other coatings.
How is this PFAS grade calculated?
The brand's record and disclosure
Mophie (owned by Zagg/ZAGG Inc., later acquired by GN Store Nord) has not issued public PFAS statements or chemical transparency reports specific to this product line. The brand does not advertise third-party certifications (e.g., FCC labeling covers radio emissions, not material safety). No product recalls or chemical hazard advisories have been documented for the Juice Pack Access line related to plastic leaching, coating degradation, or battery fume risk.
How it compares in its category
Hardshell battery cases occupy a lower chemical-hazard tier than fabric-lined or TPE-elastomer cases, which can off-gas VOCs or trap moisture against the phone. Unlike some budget alternatives, Mophie's integration of the battery and case design avoids loose adhesives or foam padding that might leach chemicals. However, the product offers no chemical transparency advantage over OtterBox or Spigen cases, which are similarly undisclosed but have lower concern based on market longevity.
If you buy it
Keep the case dry and avoid prolonged direct sunlight or placement in hot vehicles (above 50 degrees Celsius), as lithium batteries degrade faster and thermoplastics can soften. Inspect the seams and battery connector annually for cracks or corrosion; if visible damage occurs, stop using the battery function to avoid short circuits. Clean with a soft, damp cloth; do not soak or use solvents. Replace the case if the hardshell becomes brittle or cracks begin to spread, as compromised plastic may expose internal components.
What is not known about PFAS in this product?
- Basis
- Model estimate, 35% confidence, not a lab result
- Lab test
- None on record for this exact product
- Brand statement
- Mophie has made none
Formulations change between production runs, so check the current label. How we grade.
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