Wearing the Galaxy Watch/Fit
Jul 24, 2020
Wearing the Galaxy Watch/Fit
In this section, we will give you guidance on how to wear your Galaxy Watch/Fit correctly and provide information for customers who have sensitive skin and may have reactions to any of the materials used in the product.
The guidance provided below is not a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis or treatment. Always seek the advice of a dermatologist or other qualified medical professional if you have any questions regarding a medical condition.
The materials used for the Galaxy Watch/Fit
Model | The materials used for the device | |||
Front case | Rear case | Band | Buckle | |
Galaxy Watch Active2 40 mm (BT) | Stainless Aluminum | Polycarbonate + Glass Fiber | Leather Fluoroelastomer | Stainless Aluminum |
Galaxy Watch Active2 | Stainless Aluminum | Polycarbonate + Glass Fiber | Leather Fluoroelastomer | Stainless Aluminum |
Galaxy Watch Active2 | Stainless Aluminum | Polycarbonate + Glass Fiber | Leather Fluoroelastomer | Stainless Aluminum |
Galaxy Watch Active2 | Stainless | Polycarbonate + Glass Fiber | Leather Fluoroelastomer | Stainless Aluminum |
Galaxy Watch | Stainless | Polycarbonate + Glass Fiber | Silicone | Stainless Steel |
Galaxy Watch | Stainless | Polycarbonate + Glass Fiber | Silicone | Stainless Steel |
Galaxy Watch Active | Aluminum | Polycarbonate + Glass Fiber | Fluoroelastomer | Stainless Steel |
Galaxy Fit e | Acrylic | Polycarbonate | Thermoplastic Polyurethane | Polycarbonate |
Galaxy Fit | Aluminum | Polycarbonate + Glass Fiber | Thermoplastic Polyurethane | Polycarbonate |
Restrictions on materials used
The Galaxy Watch/Fit do not contain internationally restricted materials or any harmful materials that directly comes into contact with the skin. We also verified the Galaxy Watch/Fit to be in compliance with international environmental regulations through the authorised international test institutions for certain materials, such as the fiber, leather, plastic, and metal.
Guidance for users who are sensitive to certain materials
If your skin is exposed to soap or sweat for a long period or if you are in a certain environment, a hypersensitive skin reaction may occur. Refer to the information about the materials that the Galaxy Watch/Fit includes below if your skin is hypersensitive or if you have an allergy to any materials. Remove your Galaxy Watch/Fit from your wrist immediately and consult a dermatologist or other qualified medical professional if the skin where you wear the Galaxy Watch/Fit reddens or feels irritated.
[Nickel]
The Galaxy Watch/Fit’s main body and band buckles include stainless steel. Stainless steel is a non-corrosive metal alloy that consists of steel (Fe), nickel (Ni), and Chrome (Cr). Although it is widely used for everyday products, some people have an allergy to some of the materials included in it, such as nickel.
Samsung Electronics manages this by making the products with a smaller amount of nickel, which is below the point limited by the Europe REACH regulation. Also, we have found that users are barely exposed to any nickel based on analysis from a third party institution.
As you can see from above, it is highly unlikely that an issue related to nickel will occur. However, if you are allergic to nickel, consult a dermatologist or other qualified medical professional.
[Acrylate]
The Galaxy Watch/Fit’s main body and band include acrylate.
Acrylate (Methacrylic acid) are commonly included in consumer goods that are attached to the skin, such as plaster gauze. If you are sensitive to this material, be careful to avoid causing a hypersensitive skin reaction when using your Galaxy Watch/Fit for a long period.
Only materials that meet the standards of the U.S Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC), the regulations of European countries, and other international standards are used in the Galaxy Watch/Fit. When using materials not explicitly covered in the regulations, we work hard for your safety by continuously having our own internal wearing tests, noxious material tests, and skin toxicity tests for all materials that come into contact with skin in cooperation with domestic and external certificate authorities.
How to wear and clean
If you fasten the Galaxy Watch/Fit too tightly or loosely, your skin may become irritated. Wear the Galaxy Watch/Fit snugly on your wrist and keep it clean and dry. Though the Galaxy Watch/Fit complies with international safety standards, take necessary precautions (including consulting a dermatologist or other qualified medical professional) if your skin is hypersensitive or if you have an allergy to any materials found in the Galaxy Watch/Fit.
Make sure that the Galaxy Watch/Fit is not exposed to ink, oil, or any chemical products, such as cosmetics, sunscreen, antibacterial spray, hand cleaner, detergent, or insecticides. If your Galaxy Watch/Fit is exposed to any of the previously mentioned substances, use a lint-free, soft cloth to clean it. Do not use soap, cleaning agents, abrasive materials, other chemicals, or compressed air when cleaning your Galaxy Watch/Fit, and do not clean it with ultrasonic waves or external heat sources.Cleanse the rubber band with clean water, and then thoroughly dry and clean the leather band with a lint-free, soft cloth.
