When to Use Nitrile Gloves？

 

Benefits of Wearing Nitrile Gloves

A nitrile glove comes with many benefits you wouldn’t get from a latex or vinyl glove. 

For one thing, nitrile gloves are usually hypoallergenic. Nitrile gloves don’t naturally contain latex unless latex is added to create a hybrid glove with greater stretchiness. Plus, if you get a latex-free nitrile glove without any powder, you won’t need to worry about aggravating skin allergies. 

Nitrile also offers good chemical resistance to: 

· Oils

· Fuels

· Weak acids

· Weak caustics

· Some organic solvents

But the single biggest benefit of nitrile is its durability. Out of all the disposable glove options out there, nitrile gloves are the go-to choice for glove buyers who need durability above all, such as industrial workers and mechanics. Dentists also frequently use nitrile gloves because they offer good puncture resistance, even when the material is thinner to allow tactile sensitivity. 


When to Use Nitrile Gloves

Nitrile gloves are the ideal choice for customers who need gloves to hold up to tough conditions. The material remains the gold standard for durable gloves, including puncture and tear resistance. This durability holds even when the glove is relatively thin. 

Common industries for nitrile gloves include: 

· Dentists

· Tattoo artists

· Industrial workers

· Machine operators

· Cleaners

Nitrile gloves are also a good choice for workers who need a hypoallergenic glove. Remember, a latex-free, powder-free nitrile glove won’t have many of the common skin irritants. 

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