Latex (matériau)Le latex est un matériau élastique élaboré par transformation d'un suc végétal (également appelé latex) produit par l’hévéa. Il peut aussi être synthétisé par polymérisation à partir de dérivés pétroliers. Le latex est différent de la sève ; celle-ci assure la distribution de l’eau, des sels minéraux ou des sucres alors que le latex est plutôt impliqué dans les mécanismes naturels de défense du végétal. Il circule dans un réseau distinct de celui des vaisseaux : les canaux laticifères.
Natural rubberRubber, also called India rubber, latex, Amazonian rubber, caucho, or caoutchouc, as initially produced, consists of polymers of the organic compound isoprene, with minor impurities of other organic compounds. Thailand, Malaysia, Indonesia, and Cambodia are four of the leading rubber producers. Types of polyisoprene that are used as natural rubbers are classified as elastomers. Currently, rubber is harvested mainly in the form of the latex from the rubber tree (Hevea brasiliensis) or others.
Rubber gloveA rubber glove is a glove made out of natural rubber or Synthetic rubber. The term ‘rubber’ refers to durable, waterproof and elastic material made from natural or synthetic latex. Rubber gloves can be unsupported (rubber only) or supported (rubber coating of textile glove). Its primary purpose is protection of the hands while performing tasks involving chemicals. Rubber gloves can be worn during dishwashing to protect the hands from detergent and allow the use of hotter water.
