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.
SW™ Sustainability Solutions TrueForm™ TF-065-095NT Natural 5.5 mil Latex Exam Gloves
Provides barrier protection against chemicals, pathogens, and more for maximize dexterity.
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.
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.
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™ TriLites 994 Smooth Finish Tripolymer Gloves, 10 in.
Powder free tripolymer blend of neoprene, nitrile and natural rubber gloves protect from chemical splashes in laboratory environments. Available in bag or dispenser box.
PIP™ Assurance™ Neoprene/Latex Flock-Lined Gloves with Honeycomb Grip
Unsupported neoprene/latex gloves designed for reliable chemical protection, enhanced grip, and comfortable extended-use wear.
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.
Honeywell™ North™ Nitri-Knit™ Gloves
Supported 12 in. nitrile gloves with interlocked knit liner feature an attached 15 in. sleeve for full arm protection.
PIP™ Assurance™ Blue 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.
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™ StanSolv™ AF-493 Heavy-Weight Nitrile Gloves
Green, ultra-long chemical protection gloves with embossed texture enables the wearer to have a secure grip on slippery objects.
MAPA Professional Jeresette 301 FSC Certified Latex Gloves
Offers sustainable hand protection made from FSC™ certified latex, designed for long-term use in tough work environments.
SHOWA™ 6797 Chemical Resistant Neoprene Gloves, Extended Sleeve
Smooth surface neoprene glove with cotton liner provides arm-length comfort in hot or cold environments, while protecting against acids and caustics.
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.
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.