Sports
Fitbit Charge 5 Replacement Band
Standard wrist strap
18
g
Total plastic weight
Sweat-resistant elastomers like TPE are durable but end up in landfills since specialized recycling is rare.
0%
Recycle probability
500
Years to decompose
Material breakdown
2 components- TPE elastomer15g
- POM buckle3g
Production footprint
Per unit54L
Water to produce
0.22kWh
Electricity to produce
Estimated upstream manufacturing footprint per unit, based on resin LCA averages.
Lower-impact alternatives
- Hemp watch strapSustainable natural fiber that is breathable.0gplastic
- Recycled nylon bandWoven from discarded fishing nets.12gplastic
- Stainless steel mesh bandInfinitely recyclable and extremely long-lasting.5gplastic
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