METHODS AND COMPOSITIONS FOR REDUCING THE PROTEIN CONTENT AND ODOR OF LATEX ARTICLES

摘要

Provided are methods and compositions for reducing the protein content and/or undesirable odor of latex articles. The methods reduce the odor and/or protein content of latex articles by introducing compositions comprising a surfactant component and a potentiator into one or more stages of the manufacture of an article made of latex, or alternatively during the post laundering or washing treatment of the article. The potentiator comprises a chlorinating agent, a non-chlorinating salt, or a combination thereof. The methods and compositions are particularly applicable to natural rubber latex articles, especially those made through a dipping process.