Body Glove · Waterproof Personal Electronics Cases
Body Glove Tidal Waterproof Floating Phone Pouch
No coating described, and no PFAS statement from the brand.
The product information we reviewed describes neoprene or synthetic polymer, 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
Neoprene or synthetic polymer
Brand disclosure
Brand is silent on PFAS
Lab data
No public lab test
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What Body Glove Tidal Waterproof Phone Pouch is made of, ingredients and materials
Body Glove Tidal uses neoprene or similar synthetic polymer elastomer, a closed-cell foam material originally developed for wetsuits. Neoprene itself is chemically stable and does not off-gas volatile organics at room temperature or during normal handling. The material is non-porous when properly formulated, which is why it provides waterproofing; it does not absorb water and does not degrade easily when wet or submerged. No hazardous coatings or surface treatments are documented for this product line.
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.
Mold or bacterial growth in seals
Any waterproof seam or zipper can trap moisture if not fully dried, creating conditions for microbial growth. This is a maintenance issue, not a material hazard, and is preventable with proper drying.
Zinc or metal hardware corrosion and leaching
Zippers and any metal sliders may use zinc alloys or brass; prolonged saltwater exposure can corrode these and theoretically introduce trace metals into standing water inside the pouch. The phone itself, not the pouch material, is the primary concern; proper rinsing mitigates this.
What’s reassuring
Base material not linked to PFAS
The main material recorded for this product is not one associated with PFAS.
Neoprene off-gassing or leaching
Cured neoprene used in wetsuits and commercial pouches has a stable chemical structure and does not release volatile organics or leachates under normal room-temperature or water contact conditions. No documentation of off-gassing complaints for Body Glove pouches exists.
Adhesive or glue toxicity in seams
Waterproof phone pouches typically use neoprene glued or fused seams; no specific reports of toxic adhesive formulations in Body Glove products. Standard neoprene glues used in apparel are not classified as hazardous after cure.
Microplastic shedding
Neoprene is a closed-cell, non-porous elastomer and does not shed microplastics in the way loose-weave or degraded polymers do. No reports of microplastic release from Body Glove neoprene pouches in normal use.
How is this PFAS grade calculated?
The brand's record and disclosure
Body Glove is a long-established sportswear and accessories brand with a focus on water sports, and has not faced major chemical safety recalls in the personal electronics case category. The brand has not published a dedicated PFAS or chemical disclosure statement for this product or product line, which is typical for pouch manufacturers but limits transparency. No formaldehyde, azo dye, or antimony contamination has been reported in Body Glove soft goods. The brand's silence on PFAS is consistent with industry norms for non-coated elastomer products.
How it compares in its category
Waterproof phone pouches are generally lower-risk than rigid cases (which may use polycarbonate, coatings, or adhesives) because they rely on sealing and material impermeability rather than chemical treatments. Neoprene-based pouches show lower concern for microplastic shedding compared to some PVC or TPE alternatives and lower concern for off-gassing compared to lower-quality foam or plastic composites. Most competitors in this category use similar neoprene formulations or equally stable thermoplastic elastomers with no significant hazard differentiation.
If you buy it
Rinse the pouch after saltwater or chlorinated water exposure to prevent salt crystallization or residue buildup on seams. Allow it to air-dry completely before storing; prolonged dampness can encourage mold growth in the seals, not from material breakdown but from trapped moisture. Do not expose to direct heat sources (hair dryer, direct sunlight for extended periods) as neoprene can soften above 70-80°C, though normal sun exposure presents lower concern for heat damage. Replace the pouch if seals crack, develop leaks, or if the zipper fails; these are wear-out issues, not chemical degradation.
What is not known about PFAS in this product?
- 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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