Types of Disposable Gloves
Disposable gloves protect hands from a variety of hazards. They are used in healthcare settings, laboratories, food handling, and certain outdoor locations.
What is the difference between sterile gloves and disposable gloves?
Gloves are available in a wide variety of materials, from natural rubber latex to synthetic rubber nitrile and vinyl. Each glove material has its own unique properties and benefits for different applications.
Latex is one of the most common types of disposable gloves and offers excellent dexterity, comfort and tactility. They are also easy to put on and are available in a range of thicknesses, ensuring that they fit perfectly for your application. Learn more
Neoprene is a synthetic rubber that offers excellent resistance to oils, chemicals and heat. It is widely used in automotive degreasing, oily and grease handling applications as well as in poultry processing and red meat production.
Nitrile is a durable synthetic rubber that is resistant to many substances, including petroleum-based and mineral oils. Workers who need to work with these substances often choose nitrile.
Vinyl is another popular choice for disposable gloves because it is inexpensive and provides protection from non-hazardous chemicals. However, it does not offer the same level of flexibility and sensitivity as other disposable glove materials such as latex or nitrile.
The main concern when choosing a type of disposable glove is the type of contamination it will handle and whether it can be recycled or not. If possible, look for a glove that is commercially compostable to limit the waste generated during its use.