What is an EORI Number?

An EORI number is an Economic Operator Registration and Identification number. This is only required for our Northern Ireland customers (from 1 January 2021) that are purchasing commercial goods from us (shipping from the UK to NI) to the value of more than £140. The number is used by customs authorities when exchanging information between themselves and government departments and agencies. If you are purchasing products from us for commercial use you will be required to supply your EORI no. in advance of any goods being shipped. There is an “EORI no.” field on our checkout page for you to complete. If you don’t as yet have your EORI number you can apply for this using the Trader Support Service (TSS). Please note: If you’re purchasing products for your own private use, or in some service sectors you won’t need an EORI number. Please check the TSS website for further details and the latest information.

If your order has been dispatched, you should receive an email from FedEx directly with an order tracking link. Follow the link to track your delivery. If you have not received an email from FedEx, please contact customer service at: customerservices@broschdirect.com . For more info please refer to the FedEx website: https://www.fedex.com/en-gb/home.html

Can you advise on clothing sizes or do you have a size guide?

We don't have a size guide as we use multiple suppliers, so sizing is always different. You'll need to call us on: 01733 230 230 to get advice on sizing.

What are the symptoms of glove allergies?

There are three main types of allergy associated with gloves: 1. Contact urticaria – type I This is a systemic allergic reaction to natural rubber latex proteins. Symptoms include hives, rhinitis, conjunctivitis, asthma and in severe cases anaphylaxis and hypotension. 2. Allergic contact dermatitis – type IV This is a hypersensitivity reaction and is normally localised to the skin that has been in contact with the glove. It is generally a reaction to the chemicals used in glove production and most commonly to the ‘accelerator’ type chemicals used in latex and standard nitrile gloves. Symptoms include red rash (erythema) and itching. 3. Irritant contact dermatitis This is a skin irritation that does not involve the body’s immune system response. It is caused by factors that dry and damage the skin, including the abrasive and drying effect of glove powder. Symptoms include dryness and redness. Those with this type of reaction should avoid latex and choose powder free disposable gloves.

Latex is a term which describes any polymer in a water-based liquid or viscous state, but it is commonly used to refer to products made from natural rubber (also referred to as natural rubber latex), which is typically refined from the milky sap (latex) of the Amazonian rubber tree, Hevea brasiliensis. The latex contains natural polymers of isoprene, which are used to produce various products, including both disposable and reusable gloves. While latex gloves feature excellent flexibility, durability, and good chemical resistance, residual proteins may be present in products manufactured from latex which can cause allergic reactions in some users. In these cases, an alternative glove material such as nitrile or vinyl should be used instead.