prEN ISO 18889

• Abstract:

  This document establishes minimum performance, classification, and labelling requirements for gloves worn by operators and re-entry workers handling pesticide products to protect the hands or hands and forearms against contact with those products. Gloves covered by this document include gloves made with elastomeric and polymeric materials in the areas that provide protection.; This document does not address protection against fumigants.; This document needs to be used in conjunction with ISO 21420.

• Status: Not Published
• Publication Date: 02-Mar-2028
• ICS: 13.340.40 - Hand and arm protection
• Technical Committee: CEN/TC 162 - Protective clothing including hand and arm protection and lifejackets
• Drafting Committee: CEN/TC 162/WG 8 - Protective gloves
• Current Stage: 4020 - Submission to enquiry - Enquiry
• Start Date: 06-Aug-2026
• Due Date: 11-Aug-2027
• Completion Date: 06-Aug-2026
• Directive: Harmonized Standard2016/425 - Regulation (EU) 2016/425 of the European Parliament and of the Council of 9 March 2016 on personal protective equipment and repealing Council Directive 89/686/EEC
• Mandate: M/571 - COMMISSION IMPLEMENTING DECISION of 19.11.2020 on a standardisation request to the European Committee for Standardization and the European Committee for Electrotechnical Standardization as regards personal protective equipment in support of Regulation (EU) 2016/425 of the European Parliament and of the Council
• Ref Project: oSIST prEN ISO 18889:2026 - Protective gloves for pesticide operators and re-entry workers - Performance requirements (ISO/DIS 18889:2026)

Overview

prEN ISO 18889:2026 establishes minimum performance, classification, and labelling requirements for protective gloves used by pesticide operators and re-entry workers. Developed by CEN in parallel with ISO, this international standard focuses on ensuring effective hand and forearm protection against contact with pesticide products in agricultural and non-agricultural settings. The standard applies to gloves that utilize elastomeric and polymeric materials in protective areas. Importantly, prEN ISO 18889 does not cover protection against fumigants and must be used in conjunction with ISO 21420, which sets out general requirements for protective gloves.

Proper glove selection protects users from chemical and mechanical risks associated with pesticide handling, supporting regulatory compliance and worker safety in European and global markets.

Key Topics

Performance and Testing Requirements

• Classification of gloves into three categories:
  • G1: Basic level for lower-risk scenarios, generally single-use gloves.
  • G2: Higher level, suitable for concentrated and diluted pesticides, with enhanced mechanical resistance.
  • GR: Partial protection for re-entry workers, covering palm and fingertip areas.
• Performance testing includes:
  • Resistance to penetration (tested in accordance with ISO 374-2)
  • Permeation resistance (using ISO 374-1 and ISO 19918 methodologies with surrogate test chemicals)
  • Mechanical resistance (abrasion, cut, tear, and puncture, per ISO 23388 standards)
• Specific requirements for glove length, coated areas, and mechanical durability tailored to each glove type.

Classification and Labelling

• Clearly defined labelling with pictograms according to ISO 7000-3126, indicating glove category (G1, G2, or GR).
• Manufacturer instructions must include details about glove use, limitations, recommended applications, cleaning, and warnings about reuse and limitations.
• Stringent marking and outcome-based criteria ensure gloves meet minimum safety standards for pesticide exposure.

Applications

Practical Use Cases

• Pesticide Operators: Mixing, loading, and applying concentrated or diluted pesticide products in agricultural (farms, greenhouses, nurseries) and non-agricultural (green spaces, roadsides) environments.
• Re-entry Workers: Performing agricultural tasks after pesticide application, particularly when there is a risk of contact with dry or wet residues on plants.
• Manufacturers and Trainers: Ensuring product lines and training materials align with up-to-date requirements for worker safety and regulatory compliance.
• Regulatory Compliance: Satisfying EU Regulation 2016/425 on personal protective equipment (PPE), occupational health, safety legislation, and supporting safe agricultural practices worldwide.

Benefits

• Enables selection of appropriate gloves based on risk assessment.
• Promotes consistent quality and performance across manufacturers.
• Reduces occupational illnesses and improves worker confidence by ensuring valid product claims.

Related Standards

• ISO 21420: General requirements and test methods for protective gloves - foundational for prEN ISO 18889 compliance.
• ISO 374-1 and ISO 374-2: Set out terminology, chemical risk requirements, and penetration testing for gloves against chemicals and micro-organisms.
• ISO 19918: Provides test methodology for chemical permeation, essential for pesticide glove performance evaluation.
• ISO 23388: Describes mechanical risk requirements (abrasion, cut, tear, puncture resistance).
• EN ISO 374 Series: Additional details on glove protection against complex chemicals.
• EN 16523-1: Specifies permeation testing methods for protective glove materials.

prEN ISO 18889:2026 complements these standards, with a specific focus on risks encountered during pesticide handling and post-application activities. It serves as a critical resource for manufacturers, employers, safety managers, and regulatory authorities involved in selecting, supplying, or certifying chemical protective gloves for pesticide use.

SLOVENSKI STANDARD
01-oktober-2026
Zaščitne rokavice za osebe, ki uporabljajo pesticide in za delavce pri ponovnem
vstopu na kontaminirano območje - Zahtevane lastnosti (ISO/DIS 18889:2026)
Protective gloves for pesticide operators and re-entry workers - Performance
requirements (ISO/DIS 18889:2026)
Schutzhandschuhe für Anwender von Pflanzenschutzmitteln und für Arbeitskräfte bei
Nachfolgearbeiten - Leistungsanforderungen (ISO/DIS 18889:2026)
Gants de protection pour les opérateurs appliquant des pesticides et les travailleurs en
réentrée - Exigences de performances (ISO/DIS 18889:2026)
Ta slovenski standard je istoveten z: prEN ISO 18889
ICS:
13.340.40 Varovanje dlani in rok Hand and arm protection
2003-01.Slovenski inštitut za standardizacijo. Razmnoževanje celote ali delov tega standarda ni dovoljeno.

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ISO/DIS 18889
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Protective gloves for pesticide
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operators and re-entry workers —
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Performance requirements
2026-08-04
Gant de protection pour les opérateurs manipulant des pesticides
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et les travailleurs de rentrée — Exigences de performances
2026-10-27
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Protective gloves for pesticide
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Performance requirements
Gant de protection pour les opérateurs manipulant des pesticides
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et les travailleurs de rentrée — Exigences de performances
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Contents Page
Foreword .iv
Introduction .v
1 Scope . 1
2 Normative references . 1
3 Terms and definitions . 1
4 Classification and testing requirements . 3
4.1 General .3
4.2 Performance requirements .4
4.2.1 Penetration .4
4.2.2 Permeation .4
4.2.3 Glove design requirement .5
4.2.4 Mechanical requirements .5
5 Sampling . 6
5.1 Sampling for permeation .6
5.2 Sampling for penetration .6
6 Marking . . 6
6.1 General .6
6.2 Specific marking for protective gloves for pesticide operators and re-entry workers .6
7 Information supplied by the manufacturer . 7
Annex A (normative) Surrogate test chemical . 9
Annex B (informative) Risk assessment — PPE to mitigate risk .11
Annex C (informative) Discussion and feedback on GR glove category relevance .12
Annex D (informative) Basis for changes permeation requirements in clause 4.2.2.2 . 14
Annex E (informative) Fingertip coating requirements for GR Gloves in Clause 4.2.3.2 .16
Annex ZA (informative) Relationship between this European Standard and Essential
requirements of Regulation 2016/425 aimed to be covered . 19
Bibliography .22

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ISO/DIS 18889:2026(en)
Foreword
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This document was prepared by Technical Committee [or Project Committee] ISO/TC 94, Personal safety --
Personal protective equipment, Subcommittee SC 13, Protective clothing.
This second-edition cancels and replaces the first edition (ISO 18889:2019), which has been technically
revised.
The main changes are as follows
— Normative references have been updated;
— Terms and definitions have been updated;
— Table 1 has been revised
— Subclause 4.2.2.2 has been revised;
— Subclause 4.2.3.2 has been revised;
— Subclause 5.1 has been revised;
— Subclause 5.1 has been revised;
— Clause 5.3 has been added;
— Subclause 6.3 and 6.5 have been revised;
— Annex order has been changed and additional informative annexes added
Any feedback or questions on this document should be directed to the user’s national standards body. A
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Introduction
This document addresses the performance requirements for gloves worn by operators handling liquid
pesticide products as well as gloves worn by re-entry workers. It includes requirements for chemical
resistant gloves that provide protection to the whole hand as well as gloves used for certain re-entry
activities for which partial protection in the palm-side of the hand is sufficient.
This document classifies gloves into two categories: gloves that provide chemical protection to the whole
hand and gloves that provide protection only to the fingertips and palm-side of the hand (suitable for certain
re-entry tasks). Gloves that provide protection to the whole hand include two performance levels (G1 and
G2) and a single performance level (GR) for gloves suitable for certain re-entry tasks. A brief description of
the two categories is given below:
— Chemical resistant gloves:
Material as well as whole glove testing is required for gloves classified as G1 and G2. In addition to tests
conducted for chemical resistant gloves, these gloves are also tested with a pesticide surrogate. Since
the active ingredient of pesticides is typically a chemical with low vapour pressure and/or low solubility
in collection media, EN 16523-1:2015 cannot be used to measure permeation of active ingredient in most
pesticide products. Therefore, ISO 19918 is used to measure cumulative permeation with the pesticide
surrogate. G1 gloves provide lower level of protection than G2 gloves.
— G1 gloves are suitable when the potential risk is relatively low. These gloves are not suitable for
use with concentrated pesticide formulations and/or for scenarios where mechanical risks exist. G1
gloves are typically single use gloves.
— G2 gloves are suitable when the potential risk is higher. These gloves are suitable for use with
diluted as well as concentrated pesticides. G2 gloves also meet the minimum mechanical resistance
requirements and are therefore suitable for activities that require gloves with minimum mechanical
strength.
— Gloves with partial chemical protection:
GR gloves provide protection only to the palm-side of the hand for a re-entry worker who is in contact
with dry pesticide residues that remain on the plant surface after pesticide application. This glove
category is suitable only for re-entry activities where it has been determined that protection provided
to the fingertips and palm-side of the hand is sufficient. They cannot be used in place of G1 and G2 gloves
that protect the whole hand. GR gloves also have mechanical properties that are required for several re-
entry tasks. Breathable material in the back of the hand provides comfort. To get more information on
why GR gloves are proposed, see Annex C.
Registration of pesticide products, such as insecticides, herbicides, and fungicides, involves the assessment
of operator and re-entry worker exposures and risks, which determines the need for PPE (including gloves)
required for risk mitigation. See Annex B for information on risk assessment and use of PPE (including
gloves) for risk mitigation. Protection should correspond to the identified risks in order to avoid a loss of
comfort due to overprotection. Actual field trials are used to determine the operator risk while handling
concentrates during mixing/loading, and applying diluted pesticides under different scenarios, as well as
risks to re-entry workers exposed to dry, partially dry and wet residues. Since protective clothing can be
contaminated in various ways, laboratory test methods used in the document rate materials and gloves
rather than simulate the various field conditions. Laboratory tests are often accelerated tests and therefore
laboratory data cannot be used for direct comparison with field data.
This document is intended for glove manufacturers, pesticide product manufacturers as well as trainers,
competent authorities, and other individuals or organizations that make decisions regarding PPE for
protection against pesticide products.

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DRAFT International Standard ISO/DIS 18889:2026(en)
Protective gloves for pesticide operators and re-entry
workers — Performance requirements
1 Scope
This document establishes minimum performance, classification, and labelling requirements for gloves
worn by operators and re-entry workers handling pesticide products to protect the hands or hands and
forearms against contact with those products. Gloves covered by this document include gloves made with
elastomeric and polymeric materials in the areas that provide protection.
This document does not address protection against fumigants. This document needs to be used in
conjunction with ISO 21420.
2 Normative references
The following documents are referred to in the text in such a way that some or all of their content constitutes
requirements of this document. For dated references, only the edition cited applies. For undated references,
the latest edition of the referenced document (including any amendments) applies.
ISO 374-1, Protective gloves against dangerous chemicals and micro-organisms — Part 1: Terminology and
performance requirements for chemical risks
ISO 374-2, Protective gloves against dangerous chemicals and micro-organisms — Part 2: Determination of
resistance to penetration
ISO 3696, Water for analytical laboratory use — Specification and test methods
ISO 3758, Textiles — Care labelling code using symbols
ISO 19918, Protective clothing — Protection against chemicals — Measurement of cumulative permeation of
chemicals with low vapour pressure through materials
ISO 21420, Protective gloves — General requirements and test methods
ISO 23388, Protective gloves against mechanical risks
3 Terms and definitions
For the purposes of this document, the following terms and definitions apply.
ISO and IEC maintain terminology databases for use in standardization at the following addresses:
— ISO Online browsing platform: available at https:// www .iso .org/ obp
— IEC Electropedia: available at https:// www .electropedia .org/
3.1
active ingredient
component of a pesticide formulation, which is an active substance present in sufficient quantity that relates
to an intended phytosanitarian purpose

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3.2
decontamination
removal of a contaminant or contaminants from the surface or matrix, or both, of protective materials to the
extent necessary for its next intended action
Note 1 to entry: For this document, materials are limited to those used for chemical resistant gloves.
3.3
degradation
deleterious change in one or more mechanical properties of a material due to contact with a chemical or heat
Note 1 to entry: Indications of degradation may include flaking, swelling, disintegration, embrittlement, discoloration,
dimensional change, appearance, hardening, softening, etc.
3.4
fumigant
pesticide in the form of gas
3.5
penetration
process by which a chemical moves through porous materials, seams, pinholes, or other imperfections in a
material on a non-molecular level
3.6
permeation
process by which a chemical moves through a material on a molecular level
Note 1 to entry: The permeation involves sorption of the molecules of the chemical into the contacted (outside) surface
of a material, diffusion of the sorbed molecules in the material, and desorption of the molecules from the opposite
(inner) surface of the material.
Note 2 to entry: In this document, a chemical is a pesticide (3.7) or a pesticide surrogate
[SOURCE: ISO 11610:2023, 7.5.13, Note 2 to entry added]
3.7
pesticide
chemical compound that are used to control pests
Note 1 to entry: For the purpose of this document, pesticides (plant protection products) are defined as chemicals
used in agricultural settings and non-agricultural settings.
Note 2 to entry: In this document, the term ‘pesticide’ does not cover biocidal products and veterinary medicinal
products for pest control
3.8
pesticide operator
person handling pesticides (3.7) in agricultural and non-agricultural settings.
Note 1 to entry: Handling includes tasks such as mixing, loading, transferring, or applying pesticides; cleaning,
adjusting, or repairing the parts of mixing, loading, or application equipment that may contain pesticide residues;
assisting with the application of pesticides; and disposing of pesticides or pesticide containers.
Note 2 to entry: For the purpose of this document, farm, forest, nursery, greenhouse are examples of agricultural
settings. Green spaces, and roadsides are examples of non-agricultural settings.
3.9
re-entry worker
person who can be in contact with pesticides (3.7) in an area that has previously been treated with pesticides.
3.10
test liquid
test chemical/ challenge chemical in form of liquid

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4 Classification and testing requirements
4.1 General
All gloves complying with this document shall fulfil the requirements of ISO 21420, Clauses 4, 5 and 7. In
addition, each type of glove shall be tested and classified by level of performance in accordance with the
requirements as stated in Clause 4.
If not otherwise specified, all tests shall be performed on unused gloves. If cleaning instructions are provided
(see 7.e), the relevant performance-related tests shall be performed on the gloves, before and after they
have been subjected to the maximum recommended number of cleaning cycles using the claimed cleaning
instructions. The level of performance is given by the lowest results obtained before and after cleaning.
G1 gloves shall pass the penetration test and demonstrate a minimum level of liquid permeation resistance.
G1 gloves are not suitable for use with concentrated pesticide formulations and/or for scenarios where
mechanical risks exist.
G2 gloves shall pass the penetration test, and the glove material shall meet the liquid permeation
requirements. G2 glove is suitable for use with concentrated as well as diluted pesticide formulations and
for activities where mechanical risk exists.
GR gloves shall meet the permeation requirements in the palm area as well as mechanical requirements. GR
gloves are not suitable for use by pesticide operators or for re-entry tasks where the pesticide may touch the
uncoated back of the glove.
Table 1 provides a summary of the tests to be conducted for gloves for pesticide operators and re-entry
workers. The stringency in the testing requirements to determine protection is higher for G2 gloves.
Therefore, any G2 glove necessarily meets G1 requirements.
To be classified in either G1 or G2 or GR, all the applicable requirements shall be satisfied.
Table 1 — Testing requirements for G1, G2, and GR gloves
Requirements
Sub Performance/
Standard; Clause
clause Design Requirement
G1 G2 GR
4.1 General requirements ISO 21420 fulfilled fulfilled fulfilled
ISO 374-2,
4.2.1 Penetration test pass pass
7.2 and 7.3
≥Level 2 with
Resistance to perme-
4.2.2.1 ISO 374-1 ≥Type C ≥Type B
ation
chemical K
Resistance to perme-
2 2 2
4.2.2.2 ISO 19918 ≤10,0 µg/cm ≤10,0 µg/cm ≤10,0 µg/cm
ation
4.2.3.1 Glove length >240 mm >290 mm
Palm and fingertips
4.2.3.2 Coated area
(≥30,0 mm)
Abrasion resistance ISO 23388, 6.1 ≥Level 2 ≥Level 2
Blade cut resistance ISO 23388, 6.2 ≥Level 1 ≥Level 1
or or
4.2.4 TDM cut resistance ISO 23388, 6.3
≥Level A ≥Level A
Tear resistance ISO 23388, 6.4 ≥Level 1
Puncture resistance ISO 23388, 6.5 ≥Level 1 ≥Level 1

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4.2 Performance requirements
4.2.1 Penetration
For gloves G1 and G2, tests shall be performed on three gloves to measure glove integrity in accordance with
ISO 374-2.
All three gloves shall pass both tests. Gloves tested with air can then be used to conduct tests with water.
4.2.2 Permeation
4.2.2.1 Glove materials for G1, G2, and GR shall be conditioned and breakthrough time measured in
accordance with ISO 374-1.
Glove materials for G1 shall comply with at least the requirement for Type C.
Glove materials for G2 shall comply with at least the requirement for Type B.
NOTE 1 The test is needed to ensure that G1 and G2 gloves have a minimum resistance to chemicals before assessing
it for protection against pesticides.
GR glove materials shall be tested with test chemical K. GR gloves shall comply with at least the minimum
requirement of Performance Level 2 (breakthrough time of 30 min) when tested with chemical K.
NOTE 2 Test chemical K (40 % sodium hydroxide) was selected for testing as it is a commonly used water-based
test chemical that can differentiate between the different types of glove coating. Test to be done before assessing the
material for protection against pesticides.
4.2.2.2 Glove materials for G1, G2 and GR shall be conditioned and cumulative permeation measured in
accordance with ISO 19918. Pesticide surrogate EC-DY (concentrate with 10 % disperse yellow dye) shall be
used as the test chemical. Composition and other information for the test chemical is included in Annex A.
When requested, other pesticides representing the workplace can be added. For additional testing the
procedure, test methods, and pass criteria shall be the same as that for pesticide surrogate EC-DY. The test
chemical shall be the specific pesticide formulation, either concentrated or diluted with water in accordance
with the manufacturer's instructions.
NOTE 1 Pesticide formulations are mixtures that, when diluted in water, are often emulsions or suspensions.
During the test, agitation in the challenge test cell can be necessary. Selective detection systems can be required to
detect the active ingredient.
For G1, G2 and GR glove materials, tests shall be conducted with a diluted formulation for one hour. Water
grade 3 (according to ISO 3696) or deionized water shall be used to prepare the diluted solution with 2,5 %
EC-DY.
NOTE 2 To prepare 100 ml of diluted test chemical, 2,5 ml of EC-DY is made up to 100 ml (0,25 % disperse yellow 26
dye).
NOTE 3 The duration of the test is not based on actual use time since the permeation test is an accelerated test in
which the surface of the specimen is in constant contact with the test chemical. Although the duration of the exposure
can be for a longer period during field application with the dilute formulation, the entire surface is not in constant
contact with the test chemical. In case of accidental spills, the operator needs to remove the glove immediately, and
therefore the contact time with the concentrate is much shorter.
For G1, G2 and GR, specimens for testing shall be taken in accordance with clause 5.1. For all gloves, the
maximum cumulative permeation shall be 10,0 µg/cm2 disperse yellow 26 dye for all specimens when
tested against the diluted surrogate EC-DY.
NOTE 4 An accelerated laboratory test is used to classify materials. The maximum limits are not appropriate for
use in calculating default protection factors used for exposure mitigation in operator exposure and risk assessment.

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4.2.3 Glove design requirement
For safety reasons, the gloves shall have minimum design requirements.
4.2.3.1 Minimum length shall be 240 mm for G1 and 290 mm for G2 gloves. For G1 gloves with length
between 240 mm and 290 mm, a statement in accordance with Clause 7 k) shall be required.
NOTE An overlap of approximately 50 mm between the glove and the garment is included to prevent the possibility
of pesticides penetrating between the garment sleeve and the glove [see Clause 7 k)]
4.2.3.2 GR gloves shall have at least the palm-side of the hand and ≥30 mm of the fingertips on the back of
the hand coated (see Figure 1). The polymeric coating must be made of the same material on the palm and
on the tips of all fingers. This coating must completely cover the fingertips, without any gaps, and extend
towards the inner side of the fingers by at least 30 mm, measured in a straight line from the distal end of
each finger. Annex E shows examples of GR gloves that represent different fingertip coating.
Dimensions in millimeters
a) Palm-side of the hand b) Back of the hand
Figure 1 — Minimum area (coloured dark grey) to be coated for GR gloves
4.2.4 Mechanical requirements
G2 and GR protective gloves shall fulfil the following minimum mechanical requirements in accordance with
ISO 23388:
— Abrasion resistance – Minimum performance level 2 in accordance with 6.1 of ISO 23388.
— Cut resistance – Minimum performance level 1 in accordance with 6.2 (blade cut) or minimum of
performance level A in accordance with 6.3 (cut TDM) of ISO 23388
— Tear resistance – Minimum performance level 1 for GR gloves in accordance with 6.4 of ISO 23388.
— Puncture resistance – Minimum performance level 1 in accordance with 6.5 of ISO 23388.

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5 Sampling
5.1 Sampling for permeation
Three test specimens shall be taken from the palm area of three gloves. For G1 and G2, if the back composition
is different from the palm composition, three additional specimens shall be taken from the back of three
gloves.
For G1 and G2, If the glove is longer or equal to 400 mm, three additional test specimens from three gloves
shall be taken with the center being at 80 mm from the end of the cuff (see Figure 2).
a Dimensions in millimeters. Additional test specimens taken with the center being at 80 mm from the end
of the cuff.
a
Dimensions in millimeters. Additional test specimens taken with the center being at 80 mm from the end of
the cuff.
Figure 2 — Sample location for gloves ≥400 mm
All the different materials constituting the glove shall be tested if different from the palm. In the case of
seams in the hand area this area shall be tested.
5.2 Sampling for penetration
Sampling procedure for determining the resistance to water and air penetration as specified in 5.2, shall be
in accordance with ISO 374-2.
6 Marking
6.1 General
Marking of the protective gloves for pesticide operators and re-entry workers shall be in accordance with
the marking requirement for protective gloves of ISO 21420 and with the following.
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