Most disposable gloves are manufactured in China, Thailand, Indonesia, etc. The Covid 19 pandemic has highlighted the absolute dependence of France and even Europe on this range of products with prices having reached peaks, a direct consequence of the strong demand on these Asian manufacturing sites.
It is in this context that Medicom - Kolmi - Hopen, a French industrialist located in Angers and a leading manufacturer of personal protective equipment, including the range of surgical and FFP masks made in France , is launching a production line for blue nitrile gloves "made in France".
So yes, these gloves are significantly more expensive to manufacture and therefore in terms of final pricing, but they ensure quality manufacturing in France and, above all, incomparable responsiveness and quality control.
Made without latex or accelerator, this glove is specially developed for personnel at risk of allergies.
Features and benefits of the Coverfeel Touch nitrile glove made in France
Accelerator-free to limit type IV allergies
Ultra-comfortable glove with faster donning thanks to its internal polymer coating.
High elasticity and good dexterity
Non-slip texture for excellent grip and handling of objects
Waterproof and airtight glove
100% French manufacturing
Use of the Coverfeel touch France nitrile glove
Glove intended and designed for use in the professional world
In medical settings, this glove is used to act as a barrier against microorganisms between healthcare workers, patients, and their environment. Protection tested (permeation) against many chemotherapy agents (oncology).
In an industrial environment, this glove is intended to protect the wearer from tested chemicals (type B) and microorganisms (bacteria, molds and viruses).
Powder-free, it reduces the risk of airborne contamination and limits the risk of irritation.
Without natural latex , it is recommended for people allergic to it.
This glove is suitable for food contact for all types of foodstuffs, making it a safety benchmark in the food industry.
Composition of the Hopen France nitrile glove in detail
Nitrile - sulfide and accelerator free
Latex-free
BPA free
Phthalate-free CMR
No products of animal or plant origin
Without the presence of ethylene oxide
Certification and standards of the Coverfeel Touch Kolmi nitrile glove
Designed and distributed under an ISO 13845 & ISO 9001 certified quality system
Complies with the requirements of Regulation (EU) 2017/745, relating to medical devices
Meets EN 455-1/2/3/4 standards for non-reusable medical gloves.
Complies with the requirements of Regulation (EU) 2016/425, relating to personal protective equipment.
Meets EN ISO 21420, EN ISO 374-1/2/3/4, EN 16523-1, ISO 16604 standards for protection against tested chemicals (type B), micro-organisms including viruses.
Complies with the requirements of Regulation (EC) 1935/2004 and the French decree of August 5, 2020.
This glove is suitable for food contact with all types of foodstuffs.
Tested according to ASTM D6978-05 for the evaluation of resistance of medical gloves to measles by the chemotherapy drugs tested.
Electrostatic properties: tested according to EN 1149-1, EN 1149-2 & EN 1149-3.
| Chemical permeation data EN 16523-1:2015+A1:2018 |
| Tested chemical | N_ CAS | Performance level/crossing time |
| J: n-Heptane | 142-82-S | Level 3, < 120 min |
| K: Sodium hydroxide 40% | 1310-73-2 | Level 6, > 480 min |
| T: Formaldehyde 37% | 50-00-0 | Level 5, < 480 min |
Resistance to cytotoxic products (ASTM D6978-05)
| Resistance to cytotoxic products (ASTM D6978-05) |
| Cytotoxic molecules and concentration | Minimum time to detect a hole |
| Carmustine (BCNU) - 3.3 mg/ml | 21.7 min |
| Doxorubicin HCI - 2.0 mg/ml | > 240 min |
| Cyclophosphamide - 20 mg/ml | > 240 min |
| Paclitaxel - 6.0 mg/ml | > 240 min |
| Thiotepa - 10.0 mg/ml | 54.3 min |
| Etoposide - 20.0 mg/ml | > 240 min |
| Fluorouracil - 50.0 mg/ml | > 240 min |
| Bulsulfan - 6mg/ml | > 240 min |
| Irinotecan HCI - 20.0 mg/ml | > 240 min |
| Vidaza (Azacytidine) - 25 mg/ml | > 240 min |
| Fentanyl citrate injection - 100mcg/2ml | > 240 ml |
| Methotrexate Sulfate - 1mg/ml | > 240 ml |
| Vincristine Sulfate - 1 mg/ml | > 240 ml |
| Ifosfamide - 50 mg/ml | > 240 ml |
| Cytarabine - 100 mg/ml | > 240 ml |
Normal storage and preservation conditions: should not be exposed to humidity and sunlight, should be stored at a temperature between 5°C and 40°C.
Product life: 3 years