Mosquito net, 1.90x1.50x1.80m, LLIN, PE
Overview
| Specifications | |
|---|---|
| Item code | 3500000025 |
| Unit weight | 800g |
Following WHO recommendation, only Long Lasting Insecticidal Nets (LLIN's), which require no further treatment during their expected life span (of average 3 to 5 years according the use, type and fabric origin), should be purchased. LLIN's allow for better and effective protection against mosquitoes and other insects and have to be considered as part of an overall strategy related to malaria control, as impregnated nets decrease morbidity from between 50%-70%. There are different types of netting material (polyester, polyethylene, and polypropylene). The most commonly used for LLIN, and for which WHO recommendations have been developed, are polyester (PES) and polyethylene (PE).
In the WHO position statement document for Insecticide Treated Mosquito Nets, the WHO recommends a move away from polyester made nets.
All shipping volumes indicated are approximate, as they depend on number of nets per bales. WHO Pesticide Evaluation Scheme approved LLIN on: www.who.int/whopes/en.
It is important to keep in mind that "LLIN" does not mean "WHO approved". Many wholesalers propose LLIN's which are not WHO approved, and should not be supplied.
Description
Pre-treated long lasting impregnated mosquito net (LLIN), must be WHO/WHOPES approved (full or interim). More information at www.who.int/whopes/en.
| Mosquito Net - LLIN, PE, 190x150x180cm | |
|---|---|
| Fabric weight | 30 gram per square meter +10% |
| Enhanced durability | 21 + washes |
| Flammability test | Class 1 (16-CFR 1610CS191-53) |
| Size | 190cm width x150cm height x180cm length |
| Denier |
Polyester: 100 Polyethylene: 150 |
| Suspension points | 6 point loops made |
| Colour | White |
| Materials | Manufactured from 100% high density polyethylene OR polyester. |
| Mesh size | Minimum 130 holes per inch2 |
| Packing |
Bale strapped with 1 straps for the length and 3 for the cross. The strapping must not damage the mosquito nets neither their individual packaging. Mosquito nets covered with a polypropylene woven bag (no holes or tears). The packing must guaranty that the mosquito nets are arranged in line side by side. 50 mosquito nets per bale. |
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Key Considerations
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Contacts
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