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™ 09-022 Neoprene Gloves
Neoprene glove delivers a diverse range of chemical protection
Ansell Redmont™ Neoprene Gloves
Ideal for applications involving petrochemicals and refining, chemical transport, and hazardous materials
SW Sustainability Solutions NewTrile Chemical Resistant Nitrile Gloves, Unlined 15 mil Thickness
Nitrile gloves feature EcoTek™ sustainable technology and provide ISO Type A chemical resistance with a recessed diamond grip for ANSI 6 abrasion resistance.
SW Sustainability Solutions PowerChem™ PC-F22B Chemical-Resistant Latex Gloves, Flock-Lined
Hand specific, natural rubber latex chemical resistance gloves are case-hardened for protection in a variety of applications.
PIP™ Assurance™ 18 in. Chemical Resistance Nitrile Gloves, Sandpatch Grip
Unsupported, unlined 22 mil nitrile gloves are resistant to physical and chemical hazards such as cut, puncture, solvents and oil based chemicals.
MAPA™ StanSolv™ A-14 Unlined Nitrile Gloves
Heavy-weight, unlined chemical protection nitrile gloves feature a z-pattern grip for a secure handling of hard-to-grasp items.
Honeywell™ PowerCoat™ 660 Blue PVC Gloves
PVC dipped coated gloves protect in applications where hands are immersed or splashed with hazardous liquids and chemicals.
MAPA™ UltraNeo™ 450 Chemical Protection Neoprene/Natural Rubber Gloves
Extra long 16 in. cuff provides added protection for forearm. Ideally used for loading, unloading and handling chemicals, and also used in other various types of industries.
Honeywell™ NitriGuard Plus™ With Flocked Lining, Green
Green 15 mil nitrile gloves resist punctures and abrasions, while flock lining gives extra comfort working with oils, petroleum solvents or greases.
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.
MAPA™ StanSolv™ A-10 Unlined Nitrile Gloves
Nitrile gloves are 13 in. in length and feature a unique Z-pattern grip for a secure grip, even on hard-to-grasp materials.
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.
MAPA™ Butoflex 650 Chemical Resistant Butyl Gloves, Fabric Inner Lining
Butyl gloves with fabric inner lining feature an embossed exterior finish for a secure grip on slippery objects. Ideal for chemical, mechanical and pharmaceutical 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.
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.