The significance and standards of CE certification for gloves

The background and significance of CE certification

 

CE certification is a mandatory certification implemented by the European Community for goods exported to its member states, also known as the European Common Market Certification. It represents the basic requirements for product quality, safety and environmental protection, which is equivalent to a "passport" to the European market. For labor protection products, such as gloves and shoes, etc, obtaining CE certification is a necessary condition for entering the European market.

 

Standards of CE certification for gloves

 

In the EU, CE certification for gloves mainly involves the following two standards:

 

EN 388: this standard specifies the protective performance requirements for gloves, including abrasion resistance, cut resistance, tear resistance, puncture resistance and electrical resistance. The testing and evaluation of these properties is to ensure that gloves can effectively protect users from injury at work.