Abstract 

Specifies requirements for packaged sterile, or bulked non-sterile, rubber gloves intended for use in medical examinations and diagnostic or therapeutic procedures to protect the patient and the user from cross-contamination. Also covers rubber gloves intended for use in handling contaminated medical materials. Applies to single-use gloves, gloves with smooth surfaces or with textured surfaces over part or all of the glove. Does not apply to gloves made from plastic film either of a dipped or welded construction or as a substitute for gloves for use in surgical procedures. Intended as a reference for the performance and safety of rubber examination gloves.


General information

  • Status :  Withdrawn
    Publication date : 1994-11
  • Edition : 1
    Number of pages : 7
  • Technical Committee
    :
    ISO/TC 45/SC 4
    Products (other than hoses)
  • ICS :
    11.140
    Hospital equipment
    83.140.99
    Other rubber and plastics products

Life cycle

A standard is reviewed every 5 years



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