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I have a severe Nickel allergy, to the point where the only jewelry that my skin can tolerate is gold (I’ve tried everything). I do not wear anything made out of metal that might contain nickel due to this. Is this going to be a problem if I choose to buy myself an Apple Watch? Is there a good watch/strap combo that does not contain any nickel? Thanks in advance to everyone who answers.
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Hello vika248,
I found this information regarding the safety information for the Apple Watch. It contains information about the materials, including nickel.
Apple Watch models with a stainless steel or aluminum case, the stainless steel portions of some Apple Watch bands, the metallic portions of Hermès bands, and the magnets in the watch and bands contain some nickel. Nickel exposure from these materials is unlikely, but customers with known nickel allergies should be attentive when wearing them until they can determine they are not experiencing an allergic reaction.
https://support.apple.com/guide/watch/important-safety-information-apdcf2ff54e9/watchos
Hello vika248,
I found this information regarding the safety information for the Apple Watch. It contains information about the materials, including nickel.
Apple Watch models with a stainless steel or aluminum case, the stainless steel portions of some Apple Watch bands, the metallic portions of Hermès bands, and the magnets in the watch and bands contain some nickel. Nickel exposure from these materials is unlikely, but customers with known nickel allergies should be attentive when wearing them until they can determine they are not experiencing an allergic reaction.
https://support.apple.com/guide/watch/important-safety-information-apdcf2ff54e9/watchos
Thank you. The information you provided does say that some cases/bands contain traces of nickel. I’m interested in the ones that don’t. I have a severe allergy that appears within an hour after even traces of nickel come into contact with my skin. I’m wondering if the titanium, or ceramic cases, or leather or sport bands also contain nickel, and unfortunately I cannot find this information anywhere. If anyone here knows, and can share, I’d appreciate it. :)
Hello vika248,
In the information provided it indicates that the magnets in the watch and bands contain some nickel. Therefore, they all contain nickel. In the information provided, I've indicated the models that contain more nickel than others. Use this as a guide to figure out which Apple Watch you'd like to purchase.
Severe Nickel Allergy
