Bio PLA gloves
Bio PLA gloves
- disposable biodegradable gloves
- made from corn starch/PLA
- the sustainable alternative to PE
- biodegradable according to EN 13432
- skin-friendly, latex-free, food safe
Bio gloves made of PLA by NatureStar
The sustainable alternative for hygiene areas and food processing: organic disposable gloves made from renewable raw materials that can be composted after use. The organic gloves are made of corn starch and are equal to ordinary standard PE gloves in terms of hygiene and comfort. The organic disposable gloves are food safe and therefore suitable for use in food areas.
Until now, plastic was often the only material used for gloves and clothing in food areas for hygienic reasons. Now Franz Mensch is setting new standards and has developed an environmentally friendly alternative under the NatureStar brand: the gloves are made of a compostable bio-plastic. The material is called PLA and is a 100% biodegradable copolymer - following EN 13432 for industrial compostability.
In terms of their properties, the PLA organic gloves are very similar to conventional PE gloves. They can therefore very well replace the petroleum-based standard gloves and are ideal as hygiene gloves, product protection and to prevent contamination in sensitive areas. The organic disposable gloves made of PLA are odorless, tasteless, water repellent and have a loose fit. They are soft and comfortable to wear. Organic disposable gloves are ideal for those who need disposable gloves due to hygiene regulations, but still value sustainability.
Tip: As a perfect complement, you can also purchase a sustainable alternative to ordinary PE aprons from Franz Mensch - the organic disposable aprons made of PLA!
The properties of the bio gloves made of PLA at a glance:
- made from renewable, plant based raw materials
- compostable in accordance with EN 13432
- environmentally friendly PLA, obtained from corn starch
- food safe
- tasteless and odorless
- wearable on both sides
- water-repellent
- hygienic product protection
- non-sterile, comfortable to wear
Interesting facts: How the sustainable gloves are made
The organic gloves are made from so-called PLA (polylactide). PLA is a bio-plastic that is obtained solely from plants. The starting material is starch from corn plants. For NatureStar's disposable clothing, only industrial corn is used and no food plants. Fermentation produces lactic acids, which are first processed into granules and later into film. The sustainable disposable gloves are made from this film.
Since only renewable raw materials are used, the PLA glove is 100% compostable and sustainable. Another plus: During production, up to 60% less CO2 is emitted than with conventional plastic.
The gloves made from PLA can either be industrially composted, fermented or recycled. In industrial composting, the material decomposes into CO2 and water. Fermentation produces recyclable bio-gas. In a sorted recycling, the used PLA can be collected again as raw material corn starch, so in the next step new products can be made from bio-plastic. In any case, the CO2 and other material cycles remain closed.
Functional range
Ideal for food processing and gastronomy
Properties
Type of inner packaging: | cardboard |
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Type of outer packaging: | cardboard |
material: | PLA |
Certifications / Standards
CE PSA VO (EU) 2016-425 |
CAT 1 - Personal protective equipment category 1 |
food safe |
EN 13432 |
Overview all norms of Bio PLA gloves
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Questions & Answers
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