Why does it say "if used properly etc." on the back of a condom?

Question

how would you use it improperly?

Answer 1

Condom users may experience slipping off the penis after ejaculation, breakage due to faulty methods of application or physical damage (such as tears caused when opening the package), or breakage or slippage due to latex degradation (typically from being past the expiration date or being stored improperly).

Answer 2

The reason it says "if used properly" is because this is a disclaimer. It helps protect the manufacturer and the retail seller from subsequent lawsuits in which the product has been improperly used - applied incorrectly, used for the wrong purpose, etc. - and there has been a poor or harmful outcome.

Believe me, condoms can be used improperly.

Answer 3

It's a disclaimer. It "absolves" the manufacturer of responsibility from improper usage. Yes, condoms can be used incorrectly. You can put it on inside out. You can use an oil based lubricant which breaks down the latex and makes them break easier (use only a water based lubricant). You can put it on too tightly and not leave room in the tip for collection of semen. The list goes on.

By the way..condoms DO expire. Always check the expiration date before using.

Answer 4

In case someone uses it improperly (used it and turned it around, only used it on the head, put too much lube in it and it slips off, etc.), Trojan doesn't want to get sued by a flock of baby daddys.

Answer 5

Tearing it or putting two on.