Chemical Resistant Gloves
Gloves designed to resist a wide range of chemicals; available in butyl, neoprene, nitrile, PVC, natural rubber, fluoroelastomer, and specialty formulations, lined/unlined, smooth/textured finish; ambidextrous, available in variety of sizes and thicknesses. Regulatory compliance details can be obtained at the individual product level.
The U.S. Occupational Health and Safety Administration (OSHA) standards for personal protective equipment (PPE) address the need for chemical protective safety gloves. PPE is required when hands are exposed to possible skin absorption of harmful substances or chemical or thermal burns.
The OSHA standard also mandates an assessment of chemical exposure and the choice of appropriate gloves based on:
- Dexterity demands
- Length of exposure
- Chemical concentration, temperature, and combinations
- Simultaneous hazards
What Are Chemical Resistant Gloves Used for?
Use chemical resistant gloves for work in chemical plants, transportation, chemical processing, petrochemical and oil refining, de-greasing, solvents, hazardous liquids, and janitorial and maintenance work.
Chemical resistant glove materials and possible applications include:
- Butyl ‒ high-permeation resistance to gas and water vapors; use with esters and ketones
- Neoprene ‒ excellent tensile strength and heat resistance; compatible with some acids and caustics; moderate abrasion resistance
- Nitrile ‒ chemical and abrasion resistance; for general-duty gloves; protects against oils, greases, petroleum products, some acids, and caustics
- PVC (polyvinyl chloride) ‒ resists most acids, fats, petroleum hydrocarbons; abrasion resistant
- PVA™ material (polyvinyl alcohol) ‒ water-soluble; gas-impermeable; resists aromatic and chlorinated solvents
- Viton™ material ‒ resists chlorinated and aromatic solvents; flexible; minimally resists cuts or abrasions
What Are the Best Chemical Resistant Gloves?
No single glove meets the PPE needs for all chemical exposures. Use the manufacturer’s test results to help select the right gloves and check ratings.
Some chemical resistant gloves come lined with cotton for comfort and have other special features. In addition to hand protection, eye protection is important as well. Make sure your facility is equipped with chemical splash goggles, faceshields, eye protection safety signage, and other PPE.
PIP™ Assurance™ 48-L212Y Flock Lined Latex Gloves
Unsupported, industrial flock lined latex gloves are 21 mil thick and feature a raised diamond pattern for an enhanced grip.
MAPA™ TriLites 984 Extended Length Tripolymer Gloves
Extra long, 11.5 in. length offers extended protection for the wrist and upper forearm when working with chemicals.
MAPA™ UltraNeo™ 382 Chemical Resistant Polychloroprene Gloves, Cotton Knit Lining
Polychloroprene chemical resistant gloves are flexible and feature embossed texture for better grip on wet objects.
SHOWA™ 6784R Chemical Resistant Neoprene Gloves, Cotton Liner
Chemical resistant neoprene glove with soft cotton liner features a rough coating to protect against acids, chemicals and caustics.
MAPA™ Sure-Grip LF-128 Natural Rubber Latex Gloves, Flock Lining
Rubber gloves with flocked interior provides added comfort for extended wear. Ideal for food industry applications.
MAPA™ StanZoil™ NL-52/337 Chemical Resistance Polychloroprene Gloves, Interlock Knit Cotton Liner
Knit lined, multi-layer supported polychloroprene gloves feature liquid-proof hand protection and chemical resistance to most oils, grease, acids, caustics, alcohols and solvents.
SHOWA™ Unlined 15 in. Chemical Resistant Nitrile Gloves, 22 mil
Unlined, 22 mil nitrile gauntlet is comfortable to wear and resistant to a range of solvents, animal fats and other chemicals.
Honeywell™ PowerCoat™ 660 Blue PVC Gloves
PVC dipped coated gloves protect in applications where hands are immersed or splashed with hazardous liquids and chemicals.
SHOWA™ 6780R Chemical Resistant Neoprene Gloves, Cotton Liner
Chemical resistant neoprene glove with soft cotton liner features a rough coating to protect against acids, chemicals and caustics.
SHOWA™ CS720 Chemical Resistant Nitrile Gloves
Chemical resistant nitrile, fully coated, blue, seamless knitted liner, wicks away moisture, 12 in. length, rough finish, small.
PIP™ Assurance™ Green 15 mil Flock-Lined Chemical Resistant Nitrile Gloves
Unsupported lined gloves provide protection from chemical and physical hazards. Commonly used in light chemical applications, printing and meat processing.
SHOWA™ Unlined 13 in. Chemical Resistance Nitrile Gloves, 15 mil
Unlined, 15 mil nitrile gloves protect against abrasion, puncture and snags. Ideal for resistance to a broad range of solvents, animal fats and other chemicals.
SHOWA™ 7712 Series PVC Coated Gloves
PVC coated, multi-purpose gloves with soft cotton liner are designed for all industrial applications and protect against a range of hazards including chemicals, oils and abrasion.
SHOWA™ 6780 Chemical Resistant Neoprene Gloves, Cotton Liner
Smooth surface chemical resistant neoprene glove with soft cotton liner protects against acids, chemicals and caustics.
PIP™ Assurance™ 47-L171 Unlined Latex Canner Gloves
Unlined, 18 mil thick latex canner gloves are ideal for the food processing industry or any application where shedding of flock lining is to be avoided.