Latex Gloves
Latex is a natural product obtained from rubber trees. Latex material is very elastic, extremely tear-resistant and resistant to numerous alkalis and acids. Before handling chemicals, the user should consult the chemical resistance list.
However, this type of glove is not suitable for handling solvents and oils due to its permeability.
Latex gloves offer first-class comfort with excellent tactile sensitivity. Disposable latex gloves are manufactured in a wide range of thicknesses and sizes. They traditionally offer the best fit and feel.
The disadvantage of natural latex is that the proteins can trigger a latex allergy.
Nitrile Gloves
Disposable nitrile gloves, also known as synthetic latex, are made from nitrile butadiene rubber (NBR). They are used as an alternative to latex gloves because they do not contain any latex proteins and therefore cannot cause allergies.
Thanks to its smooth inner surface, the nitrile glove can be put on and taken off without any problems.
Another advantage is the extended chemical resistance of the nitrile glove (observe contact times and means). The puncture resistance is also higher than that of a latex glove.
The disposable nitrile glove can be used in the medical field, in laboratories and in the food industry.
The standard glove in size M weighs 3.5g.
Vinyl Gloves
Vinyl gloves are the economical alternative for applications where the risk factor and mechanical stress are low. They are made from polyvinyl chloride (PVC). This happens through polymerisation with the addition of plasticisers, are dissolved in the glove material and embedded in food. This means that the glove is only suitable to a limited extent for handling food.
Due to the soft consistency, the skin-friendly material feels pleasant. Vinyl gloves have a worse fit than latex or nitrile gloves and have limited mechanical properties. They are suitable for areas of application with a low risk factor.
