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Questions From Readers

"We are a manufacturer of electronic assemblies and some of our personnel are wanting to purchase I.C. Lotion which is suppose to be a non-contaminating hand lotion for assemblers and technicians. I have been unable to find anything in Specifications for ESD control that either approves or disapproves the use of this lotion. Please advise if you know if this is acceptable for use when handling components and if it could also effect the solderability of the components. The lotion is formulated with Aloe Vera and Vitamin E."

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