Krav til kontakt med næringsmidler – risikoer i vernehansker og arbeidshansker
Vernehansker som brukes til næringsmiddelhåndtering, må oppfylle strenge krav for å sikre at de ikke går på bekostning av matsikkerheten. I henhold til forordning (EU) nr. 1935/2004 skal materialer som er beregnet på å komme i kontakt med næringsmidler, være trygge, stabile og følge god produksjonspraksis.
Hva er risikoen?
Materialer og artikler som brukes i hansker for næringsmiddelkontakt, skal være produsert slik at de under normale eller forutsigbare bruksforhold ikke overfører stoffer til næringsmidler i mengder som:
- Utgjør en fare for helsen
- Forårsaker uakseptable endringer i matens sammensetning
- Forringer matvarens smak, lukt eller utseende (organoleptiske egenskaper)
Disse risikoene er spesielt relevante når hanskene brukes i direkte kontakt med næringsmidler eller drikkevann.
Forskjeller mellom alle mattyper og fettfri mat
Noen hansker er godkjent for kontakt med alle typer mat, mens andre har begrensninger, for eksempel kan hansken være godkjent for alle typer mat unntatt fettholdig mat. Skillet er viktig fordi fettholdige matvarer kan interagere mer aggressivt med hanskematerialer, noe som potensielt kan øke migrasjonen av stoffer inn i maten.
- Alle mattyper: Inkluderer tørr, fuktig, sur og fettholdig mat. Hansker som er godkjent for alle typer mat, er testet for å garantere sikkerheten under en lang rekke ulike matforhold.
- Ikke-fettholdig mat: Inkluderer matvarer som inneholder lite eller ikke noe fett, for eksempel frukt, grønnsaker, korn og magre proteiner. Hansker som kun er godkjent for ikke-fettholdig mat, bør ikke brukes sammen med f.eks. ost, oljer eller fettholdig kjøtt.
Kontroller alltid hanskens sertifisering og merking for å sikre at den samsvarer med det tiltenkte bruksområdet for matkontakt.
Food approved Tegera gloves
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TEGERA® INFINITY 8807
Super soft, thin glove, cut level D
Great fingertip sensitivity, palm dipped. For fine assembly work in dry environments.
TEGERA® 849
Disposable glove for many purposes
Dressy and durable nitrile disposable glove with long cuff for versatile work.
TEGERA® 918
Cut F for food contact with extra thickness
Insulated food liner with Cut F protection for cold food handling environments.
TEGERA® INFINITY 8815
Thin nitrile dipped cut F
Great fingertip sensitivity, palm dipped. For precision work in dry environments.
TEGERA® 916
Cut F liner for food contact
Washable Cut F food liner for high dexterity and protection in food handling.
TEGERA® 8847
Ultrathin Cut F liner with comfort
21 -gauge liner with CRF® Omni Technology, cut protection F, food-approved.
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Non Fatty Food approved Tegera Gloves
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TEGERA® CHEMFORCE 494
High safety multi protection glove
Winter lined neoprene coated glove with chemical-, cut-, and heat protection.
TEGERA® 8833
Shut out the winter, shut out the wet
A very soft and comfortable winter lined glove with waterproof latex dipping.
TEGERA® 8833R
Shut out the winter, shut out the wet
A very soft and comfortable winter lined glove with waterproof latex dipping.
TEGERA® CHEMFORCE 7363
3 strong protections in one glove
Chemical, heat and cut protection glove with non-slip finish for extra grip.
TEGERA® CHEMFORCE 7361
2 protections in one glove
Chemical and heat protection glove with sandy finish for a perfect grip.
TEGERA® 318
Soft, breathable glove with good grip
Dark blue textile glove with vinyl dots. Withstands contact heat up to 100°C/212°F.
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Professions That Require Food approved Gloves
Gloves compliant with food contact regulations are essential for:
- Food processing and packaging workers
- Catering and kitchen staff
- Agricultural and fisheries workers
- Beverage production and bottling teams
- Quality control and hygiene inspectors
These professionals rely on gloves that protect both the wearer and the food being handled.
Frequently Asked Questions
What Does the “Food Contact” Logo Mean?
It indicates that the glove complies with EU regulations for safe use in contact with food.
Can These Gloves Be Used With All Types of Food?
Some gloves are approved for contact with all types of food while others have restrictions, always read the Food declaration of compliance for more info.
Are These Gloves Reusable?
It depends on the glove type. Some are designed for single use, while others are durable and reusable under proper hygiene protocols.
How to Verify Compliance?
Look for documentation from the manufacturer and the presence of the food contact logo on the glove or packaging. At Ejendals you can find it in the Food Declaration of Compliance.
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