Allergic bands

Hi there,

has anyone with nickel/chrome allergies found a good quality iwatch band free of those allergens?

Thanks

Apple Watch SE, watchOS 9

Posted on Sep 9, 2023 9:58 AM

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MrHoffman

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Posted on Sep 9, 2023 10:09 AM

Apple lists watch band materials here: Wearing your Apple Watch - Apple Support

Per that article, the stainless steel fasteners and backings can contain trace amounts of nickel.

Per that, Ocean, Alpine, and Trail are all listed as nickel-free, as are Sport Loop and Solo Loop, among others.

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MrHoffman

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Sep 9, 2023 10:09 AM in response to Deena-Va

Apple lists watch band materials here: Wearing your Apple Watch - Apple Support

Per that article, the stainless steel fasteners and backings can contain trace amounts of nickel.

Per that, Ocean, Alpine, and Trail are all listed as nickel-free, as are Sport Loop and Solo Loop, among others.

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Sep 10, 2023 7:43 AM in response to MrHoffman

Yep unfortunately they do. Has confirmed that to myself.

cannot find anything in the shops except for elastic ones that don’t fit tight

thank you for the response

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