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.
Ansell AlphaTec™ 13 in. Solvex™ 37-155 Nitrile Gloves
Tactile and durable 15 mil nitrile gloves provide chemical resistance and comfort in wet or dry work environments across a diverse range of applications.
Ansell AlphaTec™ 02-100 Chemical Resistant, 5 Layer Laminated Gloves
Laminated gloves provide extreme resistance against a wide range of chemicals, including biological hazards.
Ansell AlphaTec™ 88-394 Mediumweight Unlined Natural Rubber Gloves
Natural rubber latex, medium duty gloves feature a high level of dexterity, flexibility and elasticity.
SW Sustainability Solutions NewTrile Chemical Resistant Nitrile Gloves, Flock-Lined 15 mil Thickness
Nitrile flocked-lined gloves feature EcoTek™ sustainable technology and provide ISO Type A Chemical Resistance with a recessed diamond grip for ANSI 6 Abrasion Resistance.
MAPA™ StanSolv™ AK-22 381 Chemical Resistant Nitrile Gloves
Green, nitrile gloves feature a cotton-knit lining for added comfort and thermal insulation.
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.
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™ CHM Neoprene/Natural Rubber Chemical Resistant Gloves
Self-flushing, tractor-tread grip pattern improves gripping effectiveness by encouraging fluid run-off
MAPA™ StanZoil™ NL-34/334 Chemical Resistant Polychloroprene Gloves
Chemical resistant gloves with enhanced rough grip and absorbent interlock liner are ideal for handling and transporting chemicals, as well as maintenance applications in wet environments.
PIP™ Assurance™ 28mil Unsupported Neoprene Gloves, Flock Lined
Neoprene gloves provide protection from a wide range of chemicals such as acids, caustics, solvents and oils. Ideal for use in petrochemical, janitorial, general maintenance and photo finishing applications.
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.
MAPA™ StanSolv™ A-15 Unlined Nitrile Gloves
Nitrile gloves feature a unique Z-pattern grip to channel liquids away from glove surface providing an enhanced grip in wet applications.
SHOWA™ Nitri-Solve™ 730 Flock-Lined Chemical Resistant Nitrile Gloves
Made from a nitrile compound, the SHOWA™ 730 unsupported gauntlets are lightweight, flock-lined and resistant to a range of solvents, animal fats and other chemicals.
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.
Honeywell™ North™ 17 mil Butyl Gloves
Butyl gloves with Grip-Saf™ palm feature high permeation resistance to gas and water vapor, and is also highly resistant to ketones and esters.