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Llehman2 Author

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Watch Bands Phthalate-free?

I have an allergy to phthalate; do the bands have contain or are they sprayed with phthalate? Thank you!

Apple Watch Series 5

Posted on Feb 21, 2023 8:58 AM

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javaliga

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Posted on Feb 21, 2023 2:18 PM

See the 'What's in the bands' section in:

Wearing your Apple Watch - Apple Support

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