In the 1990s, latex allergies became a hot topic in the medical marketplace for dip molded products, particularly for disposable latex gloves, condoms and other disposable medical components manufactured using hevea natural rubber latex.
This paper will outline the current trends for materials used for thin film dip molded elastomeric devices, including the continued and surprising use of natural rubber latex despite its volatile history of litigation in the U.S. and perceived health threats.