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⚗️ What single-use gloves should you use for handling Ethanol 99.8%? 🚨 Ethanol 99.8% (CAS 64-17-5) is highly concentrated and commonly used in laboratories, manufacturing, and various industrial processes. However, its use does come with certain hazards. Prolonged or repeated skin contact can lead to dryness and irritation, potentially resulting in dermatitis. When selecting single-use gloves for handling Ethanol 99.8%, consider the following: ✅ Material: Nitrile gloves are generally recommended due to their excellent chemical resistance and durability. ✅ Thickness: Thicker gloves offer better protection, but they may reduce dexterity. It’s important to strike a balance between protection and dexterity, especially for precision tasks. ✅ AQL (Acceptable Quality Level): Choose gloves with the lowest AQL (E.g. AQL 0.25) for minimal defects and enhanced overall protection. ✅ Length: For tasks with a risk of splashes, consider longer gloves (such as those with a 300mm cuff) to protect the forearms. By following these guidelines and choosing the appropriate PPE gloves, workers can safely handle Ethanol 99.8% while minimising health and safety risks. ➡️ Consult SHIELD Scientific’s online chemical resistance guide to select gloves that are best suited to your application based on their performance against the chemicals you handle. 👉 https://lnkd.in/exqZYnKB #SafetyatWork #SafetyFirst #HealthandSafety #PPE #Gloves #Chemicals #SHIELDScientific #Chemistry

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