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Protection for Cashiers
Simple, low-cost products that create a barrier between you and receipt chemicals.
High-Dexterity Nitrile Gloves
Most RecommendedThin nitrile gloves designed for food service provide a complete barrier against bisphenol absorption. Vinyl and latex are not effective — nitrile only.
What to look for:
Thickness: 3–4 mil. Powderless. Food-service grade. Blue or black color.
Non-Toxic Skin Barrier Cream
Unlike hand sanitizer — which contains penetration enhancers that increase chemical absorption — a true skin barrier cream works in the opposite way. It creates a physical film on the skin surface that blocks chemicals from passing through. Think of it as an invisible glove. The key is choosing a formula with no penetration enhancers.
What to look for:
Fragrance-free. No alcohol, no glycerin, no propylene glycol. Look for products marketed as ‘work barrier cream’ or ‘skin protectant’ — not moisturizers.
Phenol-Free Thermal Paper (Blue4est)
Best for Business OwnersBlue4est thermal paper uses a dye-based system with zero bisphenols. A distinctive blue-grey tint makes it easy to verify your store has switched.
What to look for:
Ask your POS supplier for Blue4est by Koehler Paper, or search for phenol-free thermal paper rolls.
For Business Owners
Compliance tools and safer alternatives for businesses navigating the 2026 Washington State bisphenol ban.
Digital Receipt Systems
The safest receipt is no receipt. Modern POS systems like Square, Toast, and Lightspeed all support email and SMS receipts at no additional cost.
- Square POS
- Toast (restaurants)
- Lightspeed Retail
- Shopify POS
Eliminates receipt chemical exposure entirely for your staff.
Free Compliance Checklist
Washington State's 2026 bisphenol ban affects any business using thermal receipt paper. Download our free checklist to verify your store is compliant.
Further Reading
Guides, templates, and official sources to learn more.