A review of the materials and allergens in protective gloves.

Rebecca F Rose, Paul Lyons, Helen Horne, S Mark Wilkinson

Journal: Contact dermatitis 2009;61(3):129-37

PMID: 19780770

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Abstract

The ingredients previously reported to cause protective glove allergy are presented and evaluated for strength of evidence. Allergens that have caused both delayed hypersensitivity and contact urticaria are considered for rubber, plastic, leather, and textile gloves. The current guidelines regarding glove manufacture are described. A list of materials confirmed by the industry to be used in glove production is presented together with a suggested series for investigating patients with delayed type hypersensitivity and contact urticaria secondary to glove use.

Address: Department of Dermatology, The General Infirmary at Leeds, UK. [email protected]

DOI: 10.1111/j.1600-0536.2009.01580.x

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MeSH Terms: Anti-Infective Agents, Antioxidants, Caseins, Coloring Agents, Gloves, Protective, Humans, Hypersensitivity, Plasticizers, Plastics, Rubber, Textiles