Spigen · Waterproof Personal Electronics Cases
Spigen DuraSync USB-C to USB-C 2.0 Cable C11C1 60W Braided Cord
Lower concern. Standard USB cable with no known PFAS triggers.
This braided nylon cable has copper conductors and no water-resistant or nonstick coatings typical of PFAS use. Spigen makes no PFAS claims and uses standard electronics materials.
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Material
Braided nylon cord with copper 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.
Nylon jacket degradation with age and UV
Braided nylon is subject to gradual brittleness and discoloration under sunlight or high heat over years of use. This is a durability issue rather than a chemical safety hazard, but can lead to jacket cracking and conductor exposure if not replaced proactively.
What’s reassuring
Base material not linked to PFAS
The main material recorded for this product is not one associated with PFAS.
Copper leaching from exposed conductors
If the braided jacket is damaged and copper is exposed, contact with skin is unlikely to cause systemic toxicity from brief exposure. No documented incidents for USB cables. Risk is mechanical damage, not chemical composition.
Dyes or colorants in braided nylon
Nylon fibers in this cable are dyed to achieve the braided appearance. No azo dyes or heavy metal pigments have been reported in Spigen cables, and nylon jackets do not contact food or skin long enough to pose dye-leaching risk under normal use.
Flame retardants
Braided nylon cables may contain flame retardants as standard practice for electrical safety, but no proprietary or halogenated systems are known to be used by Spigen, and low operating voltage poses minimal fire risk.
Source, EPA ↗Offgassing or VOCs from manufacturing
New cables may release minor odors from nylon processing and adhesives during initial days of use. This is temporary and not associated with toxic compounds under normal circumstances; ventilation resolves it within hours to days.
The full breakdown
What it's made of and why it matters
This cable uses braided nylon as its outer jacket over standard copper conductors, a common design for durability and abrasion resistance. Nylon itself is a stable synthetic polymer with no known leaching hazards under normal USB cable operating conditions (low voltage, room temperature). The copper core is shielded, reducing electromagnetic interference but posing no chemical safety risk. Braided construction typically outlasts unarmored cables in everyday pocket and bag wear.
The brand's record and disclosure
Spigen has no public record of chemical safety disclosures or third-party certifications for materials used in cables. The brand is known for consumer electronics accessories with a large market presence but limited transparency on manufacturing standards or testing for leachables. No recalls or reported safety incidents involving this specific cable model have been documented. The company's silence on PFAS aligns with many accessory manufacturers that do not voluntarily test or communicate on this issue.
How it compares in its category
Braided nylon cables are a middle-ground option, more durable than bare rubber but less premium than metal-jacketed or silicone-wrapped alternatives. Most USB-C cables in this price range use similar materials with comparable safety profiles. Spigen's 60W rating is standard for USB 2.0 spec and does not imply any chemical or thermal risk beyond typical cables. This product sits in the mainstream of low-hazard cable construction.
If you buy it
Use the cable within its 60W power rating and keep it away from sharp bends, excessive heat sources (above 80°C), and prolonged sunlight to prevent nylon degradation. Inspect periodically for cuts or exposed conductors; replace immediately if jacket damage occurs. Store coiled loosely rather than tightly wrapped to reduce stress on the nylon fibers. Do not expose to solvents or extreme moisture for extended periods, as nylon can absorb water and lose integrity over years.
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
- Spigen has made none
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