Glove Specifications and Types

This document provides detailed specifications and classifications for various types of gloves used in specialized environments, including sterile and non-sterile options, materials, lengths, and suitability for handling chemotherapy agents.

Materials and Types

• Nitrile: Available in sterile and non-sterile forms, with lengths typically 12" (300 mm) or 16" (400 mm), some with thick cuffs for extra protection.
• Latex: Both non-latex and latex options are mentioned, with some gloves being double-donnable.
• Polychloroprene Blend: Suitable for chemotherapy handling, available sterile and non-sterile.
• Vinyl: Non-sterile gloves available.
• Neoprene: Sterile gloves available.

Lengths and Protection

• Glove lengths range from 12" (300 mm) to 24" (600 mm), with longer gloves providing extra protection.
• Some gloves feature thick cuffs for enhanced safety.
• Extra protection is indicated for certain gloves, especially those suitable for chemotherapy handling.

Sterility and ISO Classification

• Gloves are available in sterile (ISO Class 4) and non-sterile versions.
• ISO classifications include Class 4 and Class 5, indicating different levels of cleanliness and suitability for controlled environments.

Additional Features

• Some gloves are hand-specific, while others are ambidextrous.
• Double-donnable gloves are available, allowing for safer removal and replacement.
• Gloves tested to ASTM D 6978-05 are recommended for safe handling of cytotoxic agents.

Product Codes and Legends

The document lists numerous product codes and names such as BVA-E Vector, BFAP Fusion, BNEO Neo, BSAN Synergy, BIOTAC Biotac, NANO4 Nan4, BNAL Nerva, BUPS Ultimate, and many others, indicating a broad product range.

Recommendations and Standards

• Gloves suitable for chemotherapy are specifically tested and recommended according to ASTM D 6978-05 standards.
• For a full range of BioClean gloves, the document refers to the website www.bioclean.com/gloves.

Summary Table Highlights

The data includes key parameters such as glove material, sterility, length, ISO class, suitability for chemotherapy, and whether gloves are double-donnable or hand-specific. These parameters help users select appropriate gloves based on their operational needs and safety requirements.

Best Practices

• Use gloves tested to ASTM D 6978-05 for handling cytotoxic substances.
• Select glove length and material based on required protection level and sterility.
• Consider double-donnable gloves for procedures requiring glove changes without contamination risk.