echemi logo
Product
  • Product
  • Supplier
  • Inquiry
    Home > Safe and non allergic, nitrile gloves are worth owning

    Safe and non allergic, nitrile gloves are worth owning

    • Last Update: 2019-02-26
    • Source: Internet
    • Author: User
    Search more information of high quality chemicals, good prices and reliable suppliers, visit www.echemi.com
    Allergy is a common word No matter in the laboratory, hospital or dust-free room, gloves are needed Latex gloves and disposable gloves are widely used because of their low price, convenient use, but they always lead to some users' allergy Latex can be divided into natural latex and synthetic latex Natural latex refers to the product made from the emulsion of Hevea brasiliensis Its chemical name is shun-1, 4-polyisoprene is composed of protein, phospholipid and other natural stabilizers In addition, it also contains resin, sugar, inorganic salt and alkaloid Some people may have allergic reactions if they contact this product The difference between synthetic latex and natural latex is that synthetic latex does not release the proteins that produce allergic reactions According to the American Institute of occupational safety and health, about 1% to 6% of the general population are allergic to natural latex, while 8% to 12% of the medical staff are more likely to be exposed to natural latex gloves Researchers have studied the use of gloves in three companies in Taiwan's Hsinchu Science Park One company mainly wears latex gloves, and the rate of hand discomfort is about 17% The symptoms include burning, itching, and even swelling, which is higher than that of the other two companies wearing PVC gloves The latex gloves used by the company were tested Latex anaphylaxis (allergic) refers to the rapid type of hypersensitivity reaction after contact with natural latex products, such as latex gloves, latex corks, condoms, etc.; it also includes the delayed type of hypersensitivity reaction Latex can cause allergies through skin, mucous membranes, or parenteral pathways The precautions for using latex gloves are: 1 Avoid contacting chemicals such as acid, alkali, organic solvent, etc 2 When dealing with infectious substances, appropriate protective barrier is necessary If latex gloves are selected, latex gloves without powder and low protein should be selected Latex gloves without powder and low protein can reduce the risk of allergy But the so-called hypoallergenic latex gloves can not reduce the risk of latex allergy, only reduce the allergic reaction caused by chemical additives in latex gloves 3 Observe appropriate work rules to reduce the chance of latex hazards, such as: 1 Do not use oily hand cream or make-up water when wearing latex gloves, because oily hand cream or make-up water will cause deterioration or damage of latex gloves 2 After removing or removing latex gloves, wash hands with mild soap and dry hands completely 3 Disposable latex gloves shall not be worn repeatedly (because the gloves may have lost the ability to defend against harmful substances), and the wearing time shall not be too long 4 Implement good cleaning management and remove the dust containing latex in the workplace (1) Always clean the areas polluted by latex dust, such as cushions, carpets, ventilation ducts, etc (2) The filter screen and the filter bag of the vacuum cleaner are often replaced in the latex contaminated area 4 If you need to wear latex gloves for a long time, and your hands are prone to perspiration, resulting in hand discomfort, you can first wear gloves made of sweat absorbing materials, and then wear latex gloves to prevent hand discomfort 5 accept and participate in latex hazard prevention education and training provided by employers: 1. Common allergen, including metal nickel, jewelry, cosmetics, perfume, soap, shampoo, etc., are familiar with the procedures to prevent latex allergy 2 Learn to understand the symptoms of latex allergy: rash, redness, urticaria, itching, respiratory symptoms, eye irritation, shock and other life-threatening reactions Employees can carry out skin test to determine the condition of allergy The skin test is carried out by doctors who take more than ten diluted chemicals and stick them on the back of patients with small adhesive tape After 48 hours or 72 hours, see whether there is any change of redness, swelling or eczema in this part 6 If you already have symptoms of latex allergy, you should avoid direct contact with latex gloves or products containing latex before finding a specialist experienced in latex allergy 7 If you already have symptoms of latex allergy, consult a specialist and do the following precautions: 1 Avoid contact with latex gloves and other latex containing products 2 Avoid inhalation of latex dust from gloves worn by other workers or colleagues 3 Tell the employer or health care personnel (specialists, occupational disease doctors, nurses, dentists, etc.) that you are allergic to latex 8 Those who eat avocado, banana, chestnut, kiwi fruit, potato or tomato (with cross reaction food with latex) and other allergic history should use latex products carefully 9 Monitoring of high-risk groups: medical staff and other workers exposed to natural rubber should be screened before contact Those with a history of latex allergy should avoid contact with latex products and try chemical substitutes 10 Follow the professional instructions provided by the specialist for latex allergy If you have already seen dizziness, we recommend the latex gloves substitute - nitrile gloves The above allergy problems no longer exist Nitrile gloves do not contain protein, amino compounds and other harmful substances, rarely produce allergies The puncture resistance of nitrile gloves is three to five times higher than that of latex For people who need to use sharp tools, it is safer to use durable nitrile gloves People who are allergic to latex and rubber and need to do housework can also choose nitrile gloves Ammex AMAS Disposable Nitrile Gloves (durable / no powder / hemp face / dark blue) length: 230mm material: nitrile packaging: 100 pieces / box, 10 boxes / box whether there is powder: no powder origin: Thai characteristics: 1 Nitrile material, non sensitization: no latex ingredients, to solve the problem of skin allergy to natural rubber 2 Super tough grade: it is tough and firm, with further improvement of wear resistance, chemical and corrosion resistance, effective barrier against chemical substances and oil penetration, and always provides you with more intimate services 3 Slightly pitted surface Provide good grip, not easy to slide Features: 1 No powder, thin as cicada wing, comfortable and soft, with plasticity, more suitable for hand; 2 Made of synthetic rubber, to avoid latex allergy; 3 Excellent puncture resistance and chemical corrosion resistance; 4 Regardless of left and right, twist type of pockmarked cuff: no powder, non sterile material: nitrile color: Blue package specification: 100 pieces / box, Storage conditions of 10 boxes / box: place in a ventilated and dry place, and the temperature shall not be higher than 40 ℃; shelf life: within 3 years from the production date
    This article is an English version of an article which is originally in the Chinese language on echemi.com and is provided for information purposes only. This website makes no representation or warranty of any kind, either expressed or implied, as to the accuracy, completeness ownership or reliability of the article or any translations thereof. If you have any concerns or complaints relating to the article, please send an email, providing a detailed description of the concern or complaint, to service@echemi.com. A staff member will contact you within 5 working days. Once verified, infringing content will be removed immediately.

    Contact Us

    The source of this page with content of products and services is from Internet, which doesn't represent ECHEMI's opinion. If you have any queries, please write to service@echemi.com. It will be replied within 5 days.

    Moreover, if you find any instances of plagiarism from the page, please send email to service@echemi.com with relevant evidence.