EN 13034
Protective clothing against liquid chemicals
A water-repellent treatment requires re-impregnation by a professional launderer after each wash
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)
| CLASS | REPELLENT INDEX | PENETRATION INDEX |
| 1 | > 90% | < 1% |
| 2 | > 80% | < 5% |
| 3 | > 70% | < 10% |
