Nitrile Gloves

Nitrile gloves are now the most widely used disposable glove in medicine, laboratories, food processing and industry. Nitrile is a synthetic rubber and therefore latex-free, and every model in this subcategory is also powder-free. Compared with vinyl, nitrile is more elastic and more tear-resistant; compared with latex, it avoids natural rubber proteins.

The range runs from the 0.1 mm blue standard glove and versions in black and white to specialist models: extra strong at 0.2 mm, long with a 30 cm cuff for forearm protection, and a 0.15 mm chemical-resistant glove listed to EN 374 and EN 420. Sizes run from XS to XXL depending on the model.

Typical applications

• Examination, nursing and treatment in hospitals and practices
• Laboratory work and sample handling
• Food processing and catering
• Tattoo, beauty and hairdressing
• Industry, workshops and cleaning

What to look for when buying

Wall thickness is stated per model: 0.1 mm for the Classic with high tactile sensitivity, 0.2 mm for the extra strong glove for demanding industrial use and 0.15 mm for the chemical protection glove. For work with chemicals, choose the model listed to EN 374 and check its suitability for the specific substances you handle.

Colour is more than looks. Blue stands out against food, black hides dye and dirt, white is common in cleanrooms and laboratories. The 30 cm long glove offers extended forearm protection. Standard models come 100 to a box, the reinforced and long versions 50 to a box; the minimum order is 10 boxes.

Frequently asked questions