Nitrile gloves are insoluble in non-polar solvents and can withstand non-polar reagents based on alkanes and cycloalkanes, such as n-pentane, n-hexane, and cyclohexane. These reagents are generally rated as green. Note that protection from nitrile gloves varies significantly for aromatic compounds.
Nitrile Gloves Description
Thickness: 0.07–0.09 mm
Length: 23 cm, 30 cm
Function: Anti-oil, anti-contamination
Color: Blue, White
Application Industries: Electronics, chemical, medical, household life
Specification / Size: XS, S, M, L, XL
Special Features: Chemical resistance, etc.
Nitrile gloves are mainly made from nitrile rubber. Nitrile rubber is generally available in powder and powder-free versions. These gloves are an essential hand-protection product used in medical, pharmaceutical, healthcare, beauty salon, food processing, and other operational industries to help prevent cross-contamination. Nitrile examination gloves can be worn on both the left and right hands. Made with 100% nitrile latex and protein-free, they effectively help avoid protein-related allergies.
The main performance features include puncture resistance, oil resistance, and solvent resistance. Hemp surface treatment helps reduce slippage during use. High tensile strength helps reduce the risk of tearing while wearing. After powder-free treatment, the gloves are easy to put on and help minimize skin irritation caused by powder.
Nitrile Gloves Characteristics
- Excellent chemical resistance to help protect against certain pH conditions and provide good protection for corrosive substances, such as solvents and petroleum.
- Good physical performance with strong tear resistance, puncture resistance, and friction resistance.
- Comfortable fit based on ergonomic palm design and finger bending, supporting comfortable wear and promoting circulation.
- Does not contain protein, amino compounds, or other harmful substances, resulting in a low likelihood of allergies.
- Short degradation time for easier disposal and improved environmental protection.
- No silicon composition; provides a degree of antistatic performance and is suitable for electronics industry production needs.
- Low surface chemical residue with low ion and particle content, suitable for clean-room environments requiring strict cleanliness.
Nitrile Gloves Maintenance Instructions
Nitrile gloves can effectively help protect against organic solvents. Their key advantages are high strength and high elasticity. They are mainly recommended for workstations where hands are frequently exposed to liquid chemicals, such as chemical storage, alcohol cleaning, and similar applications.
Because the primary function of nitrile rubber is solvent resistance (not puncture resistance), extra care is required during use. Do not pull or stretch the gloves forcefully. When wearing nitrile gloves, it is recommended to wear a suitable outer veil glove to reduce wear and help extend service life.
For certain cleaning operations, some products may have sharp edges. These edges are particularly likely to penetrate nitrile gloves. Once a small hole occurs, the cleaning agent can enter the glove and render it ineffective. Therefore, in addition to careful operation, it is also necessary to use finger covers when handling such tasks.
Nitrile Gloves Storage Management
After recycling, proper glove storage management can help improve the optimal regeneration rate and cleaning efficiency. The precautions are as follows:
1. Use clean packaging bags or sealed plastic buckets to prevent dust contamination and extrusion damage.
2. After sealing, store in a well-ventilated, dry place, away from direct sunlight to help reduce yellowing. Arrange for disposal as soon as possible, such as cleaning and recycling or scrapping.