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.
SHOWA™ Nitri-Dex™ Flock-Lined Nitrile Gloves
Unsupported, flock-lined nitrile coated gloves feature a lasting grip and provide protection from oils, hydrocarbons, grease and abrasion.
Honeywell™ Flextril™ 211 Nitrile Chemical Gloves
Ergonomically designed gloves with a nitrile barrier provide both chemical and ANSI Level A1 cut protection.
Honeywell™ Flextril™ 101 Nitrile Chemical Gloves, Flock Lined
Ergonomically designed flock-lined gloves are ideal for a variety of industries including food processing, automotive, chemical and machinery.
Honeywell™ NitriGuard Plus™ With Flocked Lining, Green 17 mil
Green nitrile gloves resist punctures and abrasions, while flock lining gives extra comfort working with oils, petroleum solvents or greases.
PIP™ Assurance™ Lightweight Chemical Resistant Nitrile Gloves
Blue, 8 mil thick unsupported nitrile gloves are used in light chemical applications, printing, meat and poultry processing.
PIP™ Assurance™ 47-L70Y Unlined Latex Canner Gloves
Unlined 18 mil latex canner gloves feature a rolled cuff for additional strength and liquid run-off prevention. Ideal for food processing or applications where shedding of flock lining is to be avoided.
PIP™ Assurance™ Green 11 mil Nitrile Chemical Resistant Gloves, Unlined
Unsupported, unlined nitrile gloves with raised diamond grip are ideal for light chemical applications, printing, meat and poultry processing.
PIP™ Assurance™ 48-L185Y Heavyweight Flock Lined Latex Gloves
Unsupported flock lined latex gloves feature a honeycomb pattern for an enhanced grip.
SHOWA™ NSK24™ Blue Chemical Resistant Nitrile Coated Gloves
Watertight, knit-lined nitrile glove provides protection from a wide array of solvents, oils and acids.
SHOWA™ 709 Series Unlined Chemical Resistant Gloves
Featuring a bisque grip and increased tactile sensitivity, the 709 series latex gloves are ideal for a wide range of industrial applications.
PIP™ Assurance™ Unsupported Neoprene Gloves
Ideal for use in the petrochemical industry, janitorial, general maintenance and photo finishing.
Honeywell™ Nitri-Knit™ Nitrile Gloves With Interlocked Liner
High performance supported nitrile gloves offer resistance to cuts, snags, abrasions and punctures.
SHOWA™ Value Master™ Chemical Resistant Latex Glove
Provides value along with comfort, tactile sensitivity, strength, dexterity and elasticity. Resists animal fats, caustics, acids, oils, salts, alcohols, and detergents
PIP™ Assurance™ 48-L300K Heavy Duty Flock Lined Latex Gloves
Heavy duty latex gloves provide extended wear and greater chemical resistance to acids, alkalis, alcohols, salts, ketones and animal fats.
MAPA™ Butoflex 651 Short Wear Chemical Resistant Butyl Gloves
Unlined butyl gloves feature an embossed exterior finish for a secure grip on slippery objects. Ideal for chemical, mechanical and pharmaceutical applications.