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| ![]() Biodegradable Glove Standard Withdrawn—Eagle Protect Warns Against Misleading ClaimsGuidance for the use of ASTM D5511‑18 (https://store.astm.org/ Eagle Protect, a founding Certified B Corporation in the glove supply industry, cautions against misleading environmental claims. "Biodegradable gloves may sound good, but they're not the solution," says CEO Steve Ardagh. "Real impact comes from reducing the usage of gloves made from better-quality materials and with verified durability. Since most emissions occur during production, sourcing from responsibly managed factories using renewable energy, water conservation, and zero-waste practices is essential." Distributors and customers seeking sustainable glove solutions are encouraged to review Eagle's guidance on sustainable glove solutions, (eagleprotect.com/ For further information on Eagle Protect, responsible sourcing and glove quality verification program (Delta Zero™) please visit eagleprotect.com. ASTM international standards are globally recognized, science based guidelines that ensure products meet rigorous safety, quality, and performance criteria to "positively impact public health and safety, consumer confidence, and overall quality of life. End
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