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™ 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.
MAPA™ Chem-Ply™ N-540 Chemical Protection Polychloroprene Gloves
Heavyweight protection from a broad range of chemicals. Red inner layer ensures that any wear is clearly visible.
Protective Industrial Products Assurance™ 12 Mil Butyl Rubber Glove with Smooth Grip - 14 in.
Designed to handle extreme exposure to polar hydrocarbons such as ketones, acids, esters, and amine derivatives.
Protective Industrial Products Assurance™ 20 Mil Butyl Rubber Glove with Smooth Grip - 14 in.
Designed to handle extreme exposure to polar hydrocarbons such as ketones, acids, esters, and amine derivatives.
PIP™ ChemGrip™ Neoprene Coated Gloves, Foam Insulated Liner
Ideal for refining, galvanizing, degreasing, plating, petrochemical industries and kitchen cleaning/maintenance.
SHOWA™ 6780 Chemical Resistant Neoprene Gloves, Cotton Liner
Smooth surface chemical resistant neoprene glove with soft cotton liner protects against acids, chemicals and caustics.
SHOWA™ 719B Chemical Resistant Unsupported Nitrile Gloves
Chemical-resistant unsupported nitrile, 13 in., 11-mil, blue, raised diamond palm.
SHOWA™ 700 Series Chemical Resistant Rubber Latex Gloves, Flock Lining
Unsupported, natural rubber latex gloves offer tactile sensitivity, tensile strength and a secure grip in wet or dry environments.
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.
MAPA™ ChemPly™ N-730 Chemical Protection Polychloroprene Gloves
Ultra-high chemical protection performance when used with acids, aliphatic solvents and solvent mixtures. Extra long 18 in. provides elbow protection when working in deep liquid applications.
PIP™ Assurance™ 47-L442 Heavy Duty Unlined Latex Gloves
Unsupported latex gloves feature a smooth finish and are anatomically shaped to provide a comfortable fit. Ideal for chemical, agriculture, sanitation and a variety of other applications.
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™ Unlined Chemical Resistant Nitrile Gloves
Nitrile 8 mil thick glove provides flexibility, tactile sensitivity and dexterity. Commonly used in light chemical applications, printing, meat and poultry processing.
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.
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.