Research Triangle Park, North Carolina – July 16, 2007 – Dow Reichhold Specialty Latex has introduced DR3988 synthetic latex, a next-generation nitrile polymer that offers significant improvements in performance across a range of critical properties for the manufacturing of thin gloves. This new polymer has been designed to offer a balanced range of properties that deliver overall improved performance compared to current industry-standard polymers from Dow Reichhold, as well as commercially available competitive polymers.

According to Robert Ewing, global marketing manager for gloves, DR3988 synthetic latex delivers a high level of value and performance to glove manufacturers.

“Low modulus and durability combined with excellent runnability and consistency will ensure high productivity for the manufacturer,” said Ewing. “Additionally, DR3988 synthetic latex produces gloves with very soft feel and low odor, enhancing comfort for the wearer.”

Dow Reichhold Specialty Latex and its parent company, Reichhold, have been part of the glove industry since the 1960s. The company developed the nitrile latex technology that has become the synthetic latex of choice for glove manufacturing. Dow Reichhold Specialty Latex LLC is a 50/50 joint venture of The Dow Chemical Company and Reichhold, Inc. The joint venture is the world’s largest producer of specialty latex. The company is headquartered in Research Triangle Park, North Carolina, U.S.A.

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