EN 13034

EN 13034

Protective clothing against liquid chemicals

Picto de la norme textile EN ISO 13034

EN 13034 standard protective clothing

These protective garments are designed for use where there is likely to be exposure to light sprays or splashes of liquid chemicals, against which a full barrier is not required.

Two sub-classifications:

  • Type 6 (whole body) Ex. Suit or inseparable set Jacket & Pants
  • PB 6 (a part of the body) Ex. Separable jacket or pants

4 types of chemicals tested – Repulsion & penetration

  • Sulfuric Acid 30
  • Sodium hydroxide (Caustic soda) 10
  • Butanol-1 (Alcohol)
  • O-Xylene (Hydrocarbon)

A water-repellent treatment requires re-impregnation by a professional launderer after each wash

CLASSREPELLENT INDEXPENETRATION INDEX
1> 90%< 1%
2> 80%< 5%
3> 70%< 10%