Legal requirements and standards
According to the EU directives for personal protective equipment
Chemical protection gloves meet specific standards. The en
374 sets the standards for protection against chemicals and
microorganisms.
It is used between disposable gloves for light chemicals, such as
Household gloves and full chemical protection gloves
differentiated. What is crucial here is the permeation level, which indicates how
how long a glove can withstand a particular chemical.
Materials and properties of
chemical protection gloves
Butyl: Offers excellent flexibility and is special
resistant to aldehydes, ketones and strong acids.
Nitrile: Provides excellent resistance to oils and some
chemical substances, characterized by high mechanical
Strength, but is not resistant to all solvents.
Latex: Obtained from the milk of the rubber tree
Latex gloves have elasticity and comfort, but are not for
All chemicals are suitable and can cause allergies.
Neoprene: Known for its flexibility and resistance to a
wide range of chemicals, although with restrictions
the mechanical strength.
PVC/Vinyl: Resistant to many acids and alkalis, however
less tear-resistant than other materials.
Areas of application of
chemical protection gloves
The areas of application of our chemical protection gloves are diverse and
cover a wide range of industries and activities.
They are indispensable in the chemical industry, where employees...
Employees regularly interact with dangerous substances such as acids, alkalis and
come into contact with solvents.
Also in the pharmaceutical industry, in the laboratory sector and in the
Medicine they are of great importance to the staff
To protect against contamination and chemical risks.
In agriculture they offer protection when handling pesticides and
fertilizers. Also for cleaning and maintenance work
Aggressive cleaning agents are often used
indispensable.
In addition, our chemical protection gloves are in the
food industry, in the printing and paint industry and in many
used in other areas where safe handling of chemicals is required
substances is required.
Find the ideal one
Chemical protection glove for your needs
Choosing the right chemical protection glove is a must
crucial step to ensure safety and efficiency in your work environment
to ensure. This choice should be based on a number of criteria,
including the material, thickness, length and coating of the
glove.
To assess the suitability of a glove for specific chemicals,
are safety data sheets and the CAS numbers of the chemicals
indispensable sources of information. In addition, you should always...
Labels and operating instructions for chemical gloves
observe.
The requirements for chemical protection gloves can vary depending on
Areas of application, be it in industry, in trade or in medicine
area, vary.
You should get assistance in choosing the right one
If you need chemical protection gloves or have specific questions about ours
If you have any products, our customer service will be happy to assist you at any time
Disposal. We will help you find the optimal solution for your individual needs
Find requirements.
FAQ
Which gloves are suitable for handling chemicals?
to wear?
EN 374 gloves are required when handling chemicals. This
ensures adequate protection against chemicals and
microorganisms.
Which gloves for which chemicals?
The choice of gloves depends on the type of chemicals.
Butyl gloves, for example, offer very good protection against aggressive substances
Chemicals, while nitrile gloves for a wide range of
Chemicals are suitable.
Which gloves for solvents?
Nitrile gloves are often a good choice for handling
Solvents as they have high resistance to many types of
Have solvents.
Which gloves for acid?
When handling acids, acid-resistant gloves are required
are specifically designed to protect against acids. Butyl gloves are
often an excellent choice for this.
