Semperguard Heavy-Duty Latex Gloves

Standards and labels

• prEN 455

  Medical gloves for single use with the prEN 455 rating are tested for freedom from holes, physical strength, biological safety, chemical residues, and shelf life. This ensures the gloves provide reliable protection against contamination and are safe to use, helping you choose effective and durable gloves.

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• EN ISO 374-1:2016/A1:2018

  Protective gloves with the EN ISO 374-1:2016/A1:2018 rating are tested for resistance against dangerous chemical penetration, permeation, and degradation. This means the gloves are proven to protect your hands from hazardous substances and indicate how long they can withstand contact with specific chemicals.

  Test results

  Specified Requirements Type C

  These gloves provide basic, short-term protection against at least one specific chemical. They are suitable for tasks involving minimal chemical splash risk, offering a barrier for at least 10 minutes against permeation.

• CE Marking

  CE Marking is a label that shows a product meets certain safety and environmental standards set by the European Union. To get the CE Marking, a company must test and certify their product meets these standards. CE Marking is required for many products sold in the EU, including electronics, machinery, toys and medical devices. It helps ensure that products are safe for consumers and the environment, and allows for easy trade within the EU.

• Food Safe

  Food safe refers to the safety of food products that are used or consumed by people. In Europe, food safety is regulated by the European Union (EU) and the European Food Safety Authority (EFSA). These organizations set standards and requirements for food products to ensure they are safe to eat. To be considered "food safe" in Europe, a product must meet these standards and be free of harmful substances. This includes being free of harmful bacteria, pesticides, and other contaminants. Food products that do not meet these standards cannot be sold or used in the EU.

• PPE Category 3

  PPE stands for "personal protective equipment." PPE Category 3 refers to equipment that is complex and provide the highest level of protection such as powered respirators, SCBA, and full body suits. In Europe, PPE Category 3 must meet certain safety standards set by the European Union, which means that it must be designed and manufactured to protect the user without causing harm. Companies that make or sell PPE must prove that it meets these standards. They also must have a quality management system in place, have to be audited regularly by a notified body and have to have a technical documentation.