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™ 39-124 Interlock Cotton Lined Nitrile Gloves
Cotton lined, reinforced nitrile gloves provide heavy-duty mechanical and chemical protection for wide variety of work environments.
Ansell TouchNTuff™ 92-600 Disposable Chemical Resistant Nitrile Gloves
Soft nitrile disposable gloves provide high levels of comfort and splash resistance against hazardous chemicals.
Ansell MICROFLEX™ NeoTouch™ 25-201 Neoprene Gloves, Extended Cuff
Neoprene gloves with an extended cuff offers expanded chemical splash protection over the wrist and forearm.
Ansell™ ALPHATEC™ 53-002
Revolutionary hybrid technology delivering a breakthrough in chemical performance.
Ansell AlphaTec™ 58-005 Green Nitrile Chemical Protection Gloves, Nylon Lining
Optimized fit that integrates the liner into nitrile shell for better dexterity and tactility versus double gloving. Cuff can be folded to act as a gutter to prevent chemicals running down the arm.
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™ 04005
AlphaTec™ 04005 is a heavyweight PVC supported glove with better comfort.
Ansell AlphaTec™ 04-004 Certified Heavy Duty PVC Chemical Protection Gloves
A specialty blended formulation of nitrile and PVC provides durability, flexibility, and protection. Gloves are EN ISO 374:2016 Type A Certified to protect against a variety of chemicals.
Ansell EDGE™ 14-662 Certified PVC-Coated Chemical Resistant Gloves - Safety Cuff
High quality gloves provide reliable protection to workers who are exposed to oil, grease, caustics, and alcohols. Textured finish protects against abrasions while also enhancing grip capabilities in wet and oily conditions.
Ansell AlphaTec™ 87-118 Extra Heavyweight Latex Gloves with Flocked Lining
Latex gloves are flexible and provide resistance to water-based chemicals. The extended cuff length prevents droplets from traveling beyond the glove and onto the skin.
Ansell AlphaTec™ 87-137 Super Thin Unlined Latex Gloves
Gloves are super thin, highly flexible, and enhance grip capabilities in wet or dry conditions.
Ansell™ ALPHATEC 79-700 Nitrile Chemical Gloves
ALPHATEC 79-700 Lightweight, comfortable chemical gloves, with advanced inner absorption capabilities and EN374 Type B chemical protection ensured
Ansell AlphaTec™ 23-202 Medium Weight Double-Lined PVC Gloves
Gloves are constructed with both an acrylic fleece, and 13-gauge cotton liner for low temperature applications. Rough sandblast finish enhances grip capabilities in wet, slippery conditions.
Ansell AlphaTec™ 04-005 Certified Heavy Duty PVC Chemical Protection Gloves - Extended Cuff
A specialty blended formulation of nitrile and PVC provides durability, flexibility, and protection. Gloves are EN ISO 374:2016 Type A Certified to protect against a variety of chemicals.
Ansell EDGE™ 14-663 Certified PVC-Coated Chemical Resistant Gloves - Gauntlet Cuff
High quality gloves provide reliable protection to workers who are exposed to oil, grease, caustics, and alcohols. Textured finish protects against abrasions while also enhancing grip capabilities in wet and oily conditions.