Commercial gloves need to be hard-wearing, comfortable and durable. When establishing what the best disposable gloves are for your workplace, it’s important to think about the function and unique demands of your environment. There are a variety of chemical resistant and powder free plastic gloves on the market, and the plethora of choices can be confusing.
Latex vs vinyl gloves. Nitrile gloves vs vinyl. Which type is the right one for you?
Vinyl disposable gloves
Designed for short-term use, vinyl glovesoffer a cost-effective alternative to latex, while providing an effective temporary barrier against biological contaminants. Ideal for latex-sensitive users, they won’t cause allergies or irritate skin conditions. One of the most popular food grade plastic gloves, the distinctive blue vinyl gloves provide easy identification in food production environments.
Pros: cost effective, easy identification in food production, great protection in low infection environments, effective multi-purpose glove for general use
Cons: does not fit as well as latex
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Nitrile disposable gloves
Offering the same flexibility and durability as latex, nitrile disposable gloves are manufactured from a synthetic polymer that exhibits rubber-like characteristics. This means that nitrile gloves are protein and allergy free, whilst still possessing the same tensile strength as latex. They also offer superior protection against petroleum-based products. With outstanding comfort and grip, they are coloured blue for easy recognition in food processing and handling areas.
Pros: super soft for comfort, protein and allergy free, flexible and resilient, superior protection against petroleum-based products
Cons: more expensive than latex
Latex disposable gloves
Popular in healthcare settings, latex disposable gloves are highly-regarded for their superior comfort and fit. Processed from natural rubber latex, they are robust and resistant to puncturing. With a consistent fit and durable flexibility they offer reliable performance and barrier protection against infection and contamination. Powder free latex gloves offer a unique blend of comfort and protection, and are fully textured for improved wet and dry grip.
Pros: resistant to puncturing, texture for wet and dry grip, flexible and resilient
Cons: can cause allergic reaction in some users
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