Your Smart Watch Band Might Contain Toxic, Cancer-Linked 'Forever Chemicals,' Study Reveals
Your Smart Watch Band Might Contain Toxic, Cancer-Linked 'Forever Chemicals,' Study Reveals
The study, led by Concerns are rising over the safety of smartwatch bands after a new study identified the presence of hazardous chemicals in these popular accessories.
人们对智能手表带的安全性担忧加剧，因为一项新研究发现这些受欢迎的配件中存在有害化学品。
What Happened: A recent study published in the journal Environmental Science & Technology Letters has discovered that smart watch bands may contain harmful substances. These bands, often made from synthetic rubber known as fluoroelastomers, can include perfluorohexanoic acid (PFHxA), a type of "forever chemical," Salon reported on Thursday,
发生了什么：最近发表在《环境科学与技术快报》上的一项研究发现，智能手表带可能含有有害物质。根据Salon周四的报道，这些手表带通常由一种称为氟弹性的合成橡胶制成，可以包含全氟己酸（PFHxA），这是一种“永恒化学品”。
PFHxA is part of a group of industrial compounds called per and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS), which are resistant to degradation. These chemicals have been associated with serious health issues, including cancer and infertility. Despite the risks, PFAS are commonly found in various consumer products such as non-stick cookware and water-resistant fabrics.
PFHxA是一类称为全氟和多氟烷基物质（PFAS）的工业化合物的一部分，这些化学品抵抗降解。这些化学品与严重的健康问题有关，包括癌症和不育。尽管存在风险，PFAS在各种消费品中普遍存在，如不粘锅和防水面料。
The study, led by Graham F. Peaslee from the University of Notre Dame, analyzed 22 watch bands from different brands and price ranges. Surprisingly, PFHxA was the most frequently detected compound. Peaslee noted that the public might not recognize fluoroelastomers as a type of PFAS, leading to unintentional exposure.
这项研究由诺特丹大学的Graham F. Peaslee领导，分析了来自不同品牌和价格范围的22款手表带。令人惊讶的是，PFHxA是被检测到的最常见化合物。Peaslee指出，公众可能不会将氟弹性体视为PFAS的一种，导致无意中接触。
Although the study did not involve human testing, the researchers warned that high PFAS levels in these bands could lead to significant skin absorption, especially during activities involving sweat and open pores.
尽管这项研究并未涉及人体测试，但研究人员警告称，手表带中PFAS的高水平可能导致显著的皮肤吸收，尤其是在出汗和毛孔开放时的活动中。
Why It Matters: The revelation of toxic chemicals in smart watch bands comes at a time when the global wrist-worn device market is experiencing significant growth. Chinese tech giants are challenging the dominance of established players like Apple Inc. (NASDAQ:AAPL). The global market saw shipments reach 139 million units in the first three quarters of 2024, with China leading the charge.
重要性：在全球腕戴设备市场正经历显著增长之际，智能手表带中有毒化学品的揭示显得尤为重要。中国科技巨头正在挑战苹果公司（纳斯达克：AAPL）等既有企业的主导地位。2024年首三个季度，全球市场的出货量达到13900万台，中国在其中领先。
Additionally, Samsung Electronics Co Ltd (OTC:SSNLF) is intensifying its competition with Apple by launching new wearables, including the Galaxy Ring and Watch Ultra. As the market expands, the potential health risks associated with PFAS in smart watch bands could become a significant concern for consumers and manufacturers alike.
此外，三星电子有限公司（场外交易：SSNLF）通过推出包括Galaxy Ring和Watch Ultra在内的新可穿戴设备，加大了与苹果的竞争。随着市场的扩展，智能手表带中PFAS相关的潜在健康风险可能成为消费者和制造商的一个重大关注点。
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