Skin Shield Surgical Gloves

SECTION 2: Hazards identification

Not classified as hazardous according to NOHSC/ASCC Criteria Not classified as dangerous goods by the criteria of the ADG Code Emergency Overview: This material when properly handled according to good working and hygienic practices is not dangerous to human health and the environment at ambient temperature. General Precautionary Measures: Code

Hazard categories

Conditions for Use P101 If medical advice is needed, have As appropriate N/A Consumer products product container or label at hand. P102 Keep out of reach of children. As appropriate N/A Consumer products P103 Read label before use. As appropriate N/A Consumer products *Note: Natural rubber latex contains a small quantity of natural proteins which may cause an immediate type I hypersensitive reactions such as urticaria and anaphylaxis in a small percentage of the population. However, the process of chlorination to make the gloves powder-free also reduces the extractable protein on the glove surface to below 50μg per gram glove. At such low protein level, sensitization is extremely rare. In any event, a user who cannot tolerate latex gloves is advised to consider alternative nonlatex gloves. Type I hypersensitivity is often accompanied by symptoms such as itching, hives, swelling, runny nose, wheezing and breathing difficulty. Other symptoms may involve nausea, abdominal cramps, increased heart palpitation, decreased blood pressure and anaphylactic shock. Presence of residual ZDBC, ZMBT and anti-oxidants on the product surface may cause delayed type IV hypersensitivity e.g. allergic contact dermatitis and chemical allergy. Reactions include itching, burning sensations, blistering, reddening and pain. In chronic cases, users may develop dry and thickened skin, cracks, peeling and crusting. Inhalation: Unlikely to happen due to product physical appearance. Eye Contact: May cause eye irritation on certain individuals with very sensitive skin. Skin Contact: May cause Type I or IV hypersensitivity on certain individuals with very sensitive skin. Ingestion: Ingestion of harmful amount of this product as distributed may cause nausea or vomiting and can cause damage to digestive system.