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Resin and epoxy on working hands

Official context first, then the cleaners whose makers name this grime.

Our explanation written by Grimy Hands

NIOSH names epoxy and acrylic resins among the industrial compounds that may cause allergic contact dermatitis, and lists contact with epoxy resin monomers and hardening agents among activities needing gloves. HSE says that once someone is sensitised, it is likely to be permanent. The cleaners below are the ones whose makers name epoxy or resin in a claim about hands.

Our explanation of the official sources quoted below. It adds no facts of its own and doesn't rate or recommend any product.

Official context

Gloves, safety glasses or goggles, shop coats or coveralls, and boots should be provided by employers and worn by workers involved in the following activities (not an exhaustive list):
Preventing Skin Disease: Guidelines and Recommendations · NIOSH/CDC · our check found this text on October 19, 2026 (ET)
The following factors may cause allergic contact dermatitis: Industrial compounds (such as metals, epoxy and acrylic resins, or rubber additives)
Skin Exposures and Effects · NIOSH/CDC · our check found this text on October 19, 2026 (ET)
Contact with monomers of epoxy resins and tacky surfaces or hardening agents (such as glue or epoxy resins)
Preventing Skin Disease: Guidelines and Recommendations · NIOSH/CDC · our check found this text on October 19, 2026 (ET)
Once someone is 'sensitised', it is likely to be permanent and any skin contact with that substance will cause allergic contact dermatitis.
What are work-related skin diseases? · HSE (UK) · our check found this text on October 19, 2026 (ET)

Cleaners whose makers name resin and epoxy

2 cleaners, in alphabetical order by maker. The maker's stated use, not a safety recommendation.

Big Wipes Heavy Duty Pro+ wipes

Big Wipes · wipes

Maker's claim
Big Wipes hand cleansing wipes remove anything from water and oil-based paints to varnishes, silicone sealants, oils, epoxies and stubborn Poly foams and adhesives.
Big Wipes are Safer · checked October 19, 2026 (ET)
Maker's claim
Used to clean paint, adhesive and grease from hands and hard surfaces.
BIG WIPES Pro+ SAFETY DATA SHEET Heavy Duty & Multi Surface · checked October 19, 2026 (ET)
Maker's claim
Remove paint, adhesive, Poly foam, gap fill, oil and more from all types of surfaces, tools & hands.
BIG WIPES HEAVY DUTY 80’s PRO+ · checked October 19, 2026 (ET)

Grease and oil Paint Resin and epoxy Adhesives and glue

The maker's stated use, not a safety recommendation.

General information, not medical advice. HSE: Skin dryness and cracking are early signs of dermatitis and shouldn't be ignored – you should check with your GP or if available, your occupational health service if you notice these signs. (source)