Protection against hazards deriving from exposure to chemicals is complicated and varied. It is estimated that over 100,000 chemical products, each with alternative toxicological characteristics, are in use across the planet. In this series of reports from WTiN will provide an in-depth analysis of chemical protective clothing and ways to identify the correct level of protection required.

Part I: This report will focus on providing an introduction into the types of chemical protective clothing as well as the associated levels of protection for each garment type. It will further outline the standards used in the industry for different types of chemical protective clothing.

The upcoming series will include the following:

Part II: The key focus of this report is on the various material technologies that can be incorporated to provide chemical protection. The report will outline the technology mechanism and the materials most commonly used. Additionally, it will briefly look at technological trends in the chemical protective clothing market, incorporating innovative examples from the industry. The report will also include a list of key players in the chemical protective clothing industry.