GB28881-2023
Hand protection—Protective gloves against chemicals and micro-organisms
手部防护 化学品及微生物防护手套
GB 28881-2023 is a current mandatory Chinese national standard for Hand protection—Protective gloves against chemicals and micro-organisms. It appears in the Chemicals compliance cluster with a product safety focus and has an implementation date of Jan 1, 2025.
Applicability depends on product scope, certification route, competent authority notices and transition rules. Requst for the translation or verify source before using this record in a compliance decision.
Compliance overview
Scope and applicability
This standard applies to protective gloves designed to protect wearers against chemical and micro-organism hazards. It is applicable to manufacturers and suppliers of chemical protective gloves and micro-organism protective gloves. Compliance with this standard is mandatory for relevant PPE entering the Chinese market. It replaces the previous version, GB 28881-2012, with significant updates to technical requirements and classifications.
Technical requirements
The standard specifies comprehensive technical requirements for both chemical and micro-organism protective gloves. For chemical protective gloves, it defines general protection requirements in accordance with GB 42298-2022. Gloves must demonstrate no leakage during penetration resistance testing. They are classified into Type A, Type B, and Type C based on the number of test chemicals used and their permeation resistance levels. Additionally, the standard outlines mechanical performance criteria, including abrasion, cut, tear, and puncture resistance. At least one of these mechanical properties must achieve Level 1 or higher. For micro-organism protective gloves, similar requirements for general protection, penetration resistance, and mechanical performance apply. The standard also mandates specific marking requirements, including classification icons and mechanical performance icons on the glove body. Manufacturers must provide detailed user information and specific safety warnings.
Testing methods
Testing methods referenced in this standard include general protection tests as specified in GB 42298-2022. Penetration resistance is evaluated using air tightness or liquid tightness tests detailed in Annex A. Permeation resistance is tested according to GB/T 23462-2009, with specific sampling requirements for the palm and cuff areas. Mechanical performance is assessed following the methods in GB 24541-2022.
FAQs
What products are regulated under GB 28881-2023?
GB 28881-2023 regulates protective gloves designed to protect against chemical and micro-organism hazards. This includes both chemical protective gloves and micro-organism protective gloves.
Are there any updates from the previous version of GB 28881?
Yes, GB 28881-2023 replaces GB 28881-2012. Key updates include revised scope, new classification for chemical gloves (Type A, B, C), updated permeation test chemicals, and new technical requirements for micro-organism protective gloves.
How does GB 28881-2023 relate to ISO standards?
The standard references methodologies similar to the ISO 374 series for dangerous chemicals and micro-organisms, but it incorporates specific Chinese national standards like GB 42298-2022 and GB 24541-2022 for testing and general requirements.
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Applicability hints
- Type
- Product
- CCS
- C73
- ICS
- 13.340.40
- Competent department
- Ministry of Emergency Management
- Technical committee
- National Technical Committee on Personal Protective Equipment of Standardization Administration of China
Relationships
Replaces:GB 28881-2012