Onn Waterproof Phone Pouch, Clear Compatible with iPhone, Samsung, Google, and Huawei with screens up to 7
No coating described, and no PFAS statement from the brand.
The product information we reviewed describes pVC or TPU, 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
PVC or TPU
Brand disclosure
Brand is silent on PFAS
Lab data
No public lab test
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What Onn Waterproof Phone Pouch screens up is made of, ingredients and materials
This pouch is constructed from either PVC (polyvinyl chloride) or TPU (thermoplastic polyurethane), both flexible plastics designed for water barrier applications. Neither material requires PFAS-based water repellent coatings to function; waterproofing comes from the material density and sealed seams. PVC can leach plasticizers (typically phthalates) into contents under prolonged contact with oils or heat, while TPU is chemically more inert. For a phone pouch used intermittently, neither poses significant migration risk under normal storage and use conditions.
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.
Phthalate leaching (if PVC construction)
PVC formulations typically include phthalate plasticizers for flexibility. Under normal phone pouch use (room temperature, intermittent contact), leaching to phone exterior is minimal; risk increases if pouch is stored in heat or used to wrap oily substances.
Seam or seal failure over time
Low-cost waterproof pouches commonly experience delamination or seal separation with repeated flexing and thermal cycling. Monitor seams for gaps; compromised seals defeat the pouch's protective function and may allow water contact with your device.
Material degradation and stickiness
Aged or heat-exposed PVC can become sticky or tacky as plasticizers migrate to the surface. This does not typically release hazardous fumes at room temperature but indicates material breakdown and potential for transfer to phone case or skin.
What’s reassuring
Base material not linked to PFAS
The main material recorded for this product is not one associated with PFAS.
Heavy metals
The clear/transparent design of this pouch eliminates dyes entirely, ruling out cadmium, lead, or azo-dye contamination risks present in colored pouches.
Source, FDA ↗Formaldehyde / VOCs
Neither PVC nor TPU flexible films require formaldehyde-based resins or antimony catalysts in their typical manufacture for consumer pouches. This hazard class does not apply to this product category.
Source, ATSDR ↗How is this PFAS grade calculated?
The brand's record and disclosure
Onn is Walmart's private-label electronics brand with minimal public safety documentation or third-party certifications for material composition. The brand does not publish PFAS avoidance statements or chemical disclosure reports. No recalls or safety alerts specific to Onn waterproof pouches have been widely reported. For accessories like pouches, brand transparency is limited compared to cookware or textiles manufacturers.
How it compares in its category
Waterproof phone pouches typically rely on PVC, TPU, or neoprene construction rather than chemical coatings, making them inherently lower-hazard than coated fabrics or treated leathers. This Onn pouch sits at the mass-market affordability tier, where material quality and QC consistency may vary more than premium alternatives. Most competitors in this price range use identical PVC or TPU materials without documented improvement in safety profile. The clear design avoids dyes that could contain heavy metals or azo compounds.
If you buy it
Keep the pouch in cool, dry storage when not in use to minimize any potential plasticizer migration from PVC into your phone's surface. Do not leave it in direct sunlight or a hot car for extended periods, as heat accelerates leaching. Rinse with fresh water after saltwater or chlorine exposure to prevent degradation of seams and material. Replace it if seams separate, the material becomes sticky (sign of plasticizer breakdown), or discoloration appears inside.
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
- Onn has made none
Formulations change between production runs, so check the current label. How we grade.
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