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Latex allergy.

P A Fleming1

  • 1Ansell Perry, Inc., Massillon, Ohio.

Surgical Technology International
|May 2, 2003
PubMed
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Natural rubber latex (NRL), sourced from Hevea brasiliensis trees, is a vital industrial material. Harvesting involves tapping the tree, yielding field latex containing rubber, water, and non-rubber components.

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Area of Science:

  • Biomaterials Science
  • Agricultural Science
  • Polymer Science

Background:

  • Natural rubber latex (NRL) has been utilized commercially for over a century.
  • Derived from the milky sap of the Hevea brasiliensis tree, predominantly in Southeast Asia.
  • Annual global consumption of NRL approximates 5.5 million tons.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To detail the origin and composition of natural rubber latex.
  • To describe the primary method of latex harvesting.
  • To provide context on the industrial significance of NRL.

Main Methods:

  • Harvesting NRL through a process known as tapping.
  • Characterizing field latex composition.
  • Reviewing historical and current commercial exploitation.

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Main Results:

  • Field latex consists of water (57-70%), rubber (30-40%), and approximately 3% non-rubber materials.
  • Tapping is described as a controlled wounding technique for latex extraction.
  • NRL remains a significant commodity in global markets.

Conclusions:

  • Natural rubber latex is a complex biological fluid with established industrial importance.
  • The harvesting process is critical for obtaining the raw material.
  • Understanding NRL composition is key to its diverse applications.