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INTCO Medical’s Frank Liu on CCTV: Innovation Driving 8 Billion Monthly Glove Sales
2025.08.21
As the largest latex-free disposable gloves manufacturer, INTCO Medical isn’t just hitting milestones—it’s solving critical problems. For the 10% of U.S. healthcare workers with latex allergies (per the American College of Allergy, Asthma & Immunology) and UK food processors racing to cut carbon footprints, its innovations are a game-changer. That’s why Frank Liu, INTCO’s Founder and Chairman, joined CCTV2’s Dialogue: Innovation China Tour to break down how INTCO delivers 8 billion gloves monthly—without sacrificing safety, supply, or sustainability.
Syntex™ Synthetic Latex: Smarter Gloves for Shaky Supply Chains
At the heart of INTCO’s success is its game-changing Syntex™ synthetic latex gloves. “Natural latex relies on huge rubber plantations—vulnerable to droughts, floods, and price spikes,” Frank Liu explained on the show. “Our synthetic tech? It runs on 200 acres of industrial land, triples output, and keeps supply chains steady. No more panics when crops fail.”
For U.S. hospitals and UK clinics, that stability is a lifeline. During 2020’s pandemic, latex glove shortages left 40% of U.S. healthcare facilities scrambling (per HHS reports), but INTCO’s gloves kept flowing. Today, 30+ major U.S. hospital networks—from California’s Cedars-Sinai to New York’s Mount Sinai—rely on these gloves to avoid gaps.
They’re also a boon for allergy-prone teams. Unlike natural latex, Syntex™ is 100% latex-free, meeting FDA 21 CFR 177.2600 standards for safe medical and food contact. “We’ve had nurses tell us it’s the first time they’ve worked a full shift without hives,” Liu noted. For the largest latex-free disposable gloves manufacturer, that’s the point: protection shouldn’t come with risks.
8 Billion Gloves: Trust from Hospitals to Kitchens
Last month， INTCO hit a big number: 80 million boxes (8 billion gloves) sold globally. The momentum comes from deep trust across key sectors—including in the U.S. and UK:
• Hospitals: In the U.S., INTCO’s gloves are a top pick for their consistency. “When a surgery lasts 6 hours, you need gloves that don’t tear or feel like bricks,” said a procurement director at a Texas hospital network. INTCO’s blend of durability and comfort makes them a staple.
• Households: On the JD.com platform, INTCO’s nitrile gloves have topped “best seller” lists for 12 straight months, with a 41.7% repurchase rate. Reviews highlight “easy to put on” and “no latex itch”—proof that everyday users value the same safety pros do.
• Food Processing: UK supermarkets and U.S. meatpackers swear by them. With strict EU and FDA food safety rules, these gloves resist oils, acids, and bacteria—critical for handling raw chicken or prepping salads. “We cut contamination incidents by 35% after switching,” said a quality manager at a UK frozen food firm.
Crisis as Fuel: How Pandemics Forced Smarter Factories
Frank Liu doesn’t shy away from tough times—he credits them for INTCO’s edge. “2003’s SARS taught us protective gear isn’t ‘nice to have’—it’s essential,” he said. “2020’s pandemic? It forced us to rebuild our factories from the ground up.”
That rebuild meant smart manufacturing: robots handling repetitive tasks, AI tracking supply chains, and sensors monitoring glove thickness. The result? A team of 150 engineers now runs a factory that cranks out 500,000 tons of latex yearly—efficient enough to meet U.S. and EU surges overnight.
“During COVID, we watched U.S. clients beg for gloves while our old factories couldn’t keep up,” Liu recalled. “Now? We can scale 8 billion gloves in a month. No more ‘sorry, we’re out.’”
Green Gloves: Cutting Carbon for U.S. and EU Goals
Sustainability isn’t an afterthought—it’s built in. INTCO’s synthetic latex cuts each glove’s carbon footprint by 12%—the equivalent of taking 25,000 cars off U.S. roads yearly (per EPA carbon calculators).
For EU firms chasing 2030 net-zero targets and U.S. companies under pressure to report emissions, that’s a big win. “Our UK clients love that these gloves align with their ESG goals,” Liu said. “They’re not just protecting workers—they’re protecting the planet.”
And more is coming: INTCO is testing biodegradable nitrile that breaks down in landfills in 6 months (vs. 400+ years for traditional gloves). “We’re solving the ‘use once, waste forever’ problem,” Liu added.
Ready to Try? Become Our Partners
As the largest latex-free disposable gloves manufacturer, INTCO is ready to support more partners. Hospitals can request free samples via INTCO Glove; food processors can book a sustainability audit by contacting us. For brands needing custom designs, OEM services tailor gloves to specific needs—from textured grips for wet kitchens to extra-thick options for industrial use.
“Whether you’re a clinic tired of latex allergies, a restaurant needing reliable gloves, or a firm chasing green goals—we’ve got your back,” Liu said.
In a world where supply chains shake, allergies sting, and sustainability matters, INTCO’s 8 billion monthly gloves aren’t just numbers. They’re proof that innovation can make life safer, easier, and greener—for everyone.
