ASTM D7198-05(2012) - 1.12.2012
 
1. Scope

1.1 This specification covers certain requirements for natural rubber (Latex), synthetic rubber (Polychloroprene and Nitrile), and vinyl (PVC) disposable gloves for use in conducting single-use embalming procedures.

1.2 This specification covers natural rubber (Latex), synthetic rubber (Polychloroprene and Nitrile), and Vinyl (PVC) disposable gloves that fit either hand, paired gloves, gloves by size, and gloves packed in bulk.

1.3 An assessment to measure the chemical resistance performance of the glove can be made based on the ultimate permeation (breakthrough) of embalming chemicals through the glove material over a specified period of time.

1.4 This specification is similar to the following specifications: D3578, D4679, D5250, D6319, and D6977.

1.5 The values stated in SI units are to be regarded as standard. No other units of measurement are included in this standard.

1.6 This standard does not purport to address all of the safety concerns, if any, associated with its use. It is the responsibility of the user of this standard to establish appropriate safety and health practices and determine the applicability of regulatory limitations prior to use.

 
2. Referenced Documents

D412-16(2021)

Standard Test Methods for Vulcanized Rubber and Thermoplastic Elastomers—Tension

U.S. Pharmacopeia U. S. Pharmacopeia, latest edition, Mack Publishing Co., Easton, PA 19175.

ISO 2859

Sampling Procedures and Tables for Inspection by Attributes Available from American National Standards Institute (ANSI), 25 W. 43rd St., 4th Floor, New York, NY 10036.

F739-20

Standard Test Method for Permeation of Liquids and Gases Through Protective Clothing Materials Under Conditions of Continuous Contact

D6977-19(2023)

Standard Specification for Polychloroprene Examination Gloves for Medical Application

D6499-24

Standard Test Method for Immunological Measurement of Antigenic Protein in Hevea Natural Rubber (HNR) and its Products

D5712-15(2025)

Standard Test Method for Analysis of Aqueous Extractable Protein in Latex, Natural Rubber, and Elastomeric Products Using the Modified Lowry Method

D5250-19(2023)

Standard Specification for Poly(vinyl chloride) Gloves for Medical Application

D5151-19(2023)

Standard Test Method for Detection of Holes in Medical Gloves

D4679-21

Standard Specification for Rubber General Purpose, Household or Beautician Gloves

D3767-03(2020)

Standard Practice for Rubber´Measurement of Dimensions

D3578-19(2023)

Standard Specification for Rubber Examination Gloves

D573-04(2025)

Standard Test Method for Rubber—Deterioration in an Air Oven

D6124-06(2022)

Standard Test Method for Residual Powder on Medical Gloves

D6319-19(2023)

Standard Specification for Nitrile Examination Gloves for Medical Application