Fisherbrand Nitrile Indigo Category 3 Disposable PPE Gloves (Pack of 200)
Proper hand safety and workplace hygiene is paramount for a lot of companies, particularly in research and janitorial industries. The Fisherbrand Nitrile Indigo Category 3 Disposable PPE Gloves (Pack of 200) come in a handy pack of 200 ambidextrous gloves for use by the majority of people, helping your business to stay as successful and efficient as possible, keeping employees safe in the process.
What's Included?
- 200 x Ambidextrous Gloves
Sizing Information
To find out which size you need, measure the width of your palm and match the measurement to the table below. Please see the diagram for an indication of where to measure:
| Size | Palm Width (mm) |
| Extra Small | 76mm |
| Small | 86mm |
| Large | 107mm |
| Extra Large | 115mm |
Technical Specifications
- Certifications/Compliance: PPE Category III, EN 420:2003, EN ISO 374-1/Type B, EN ISO 374-5, EN ISO 374-4
- Content And Storage: Shelf Life 5 Years
- Applications: Laboratory AQL 1.5
- Colour: Indigo
- Disposable: Yes
- Finger Thickness: 0.08mm to 0.14mm
- Hand: Ambidextrous
- Laboratory/Cleanroom Use: Laboratory
- Material: Nitrile
- Palm Thickness: 0.06mm to 0.09mm
- Sterility: Non-sterile
- Thickness Cuff: 0.05mm to 0.08mm
- Gender: Unisex
- Glove Cuff Style: Beaded
Key Features and Benefits
- PPE Category III protection against chemicals and substances
- Indigo blue colour for easy recognition
- 5-year shelf life for long term hand protection
- Nitrile material is comfortable, stretchy and hardwearing
- Ambidextrous design gives broad application range
- Textured fingertips for enhanced grip and dexterity
- Non-powdered for cleanliness and elimination of cross-contamination
- Design is made for a wide range of uses in different environments
- Chemically resistant for use in labs and research
- Disposable design enhances hygiene and is easy to use
- Non-sterile design for easy sterility
Flexible Gloves
These gloves are made of nitrile, a soft and flexible material with enhanced grip that contorts around the shape of your hand. Perfect for use in a range of applications, including in catering, medical and research environments, these gloves offer maximum comfort and grip when handling chemicals and other substances.
Nitrile Material
These gloves are made of 100% nitrile rubber. This material has various benefits for research and medical applications, including:
- Physical and Mechanical Properties:
- Abrasion and friction resistant for intense durability
- Adhesive to metal and other rigid materials
- Great resilience and rebound properties (stretch for comfort)
- Tear and rip resistant with a 350 - 650% elongation range
- Chemical Resistance
- Resistant to some acids, alkaline solutions
- Excellent resistance to hydrocarbons, oils, ammonia
- Brilliant resistance to mineral oils, petroleum and solvents
- Thermal Properties:
- Low Temperature Range: -70ºF to 0ºF
- Minimum for Continuous Use (Static): -40ºF
- Brittle Point: -70°F to 0ºF
- High Temperature Range: +210°F to +250ºF
- Maximum for Continuous Use (Static): +250ºF
- Environmental Performance:
- Good gas permeability
- Good oxidation resistance
- Good resistance to steam and radiation
- Excellent water resistance
Which Industries Need Nitrile Gloves?
We recommend using these gloves for the following applications:
- Cleaning and janitorial environments
- In labs and research facilities
The Benefits of Nitrile Gloves
Labs require nitrile gloves for a few different reasons, but some specific examples include:
- Nitrile offers chemical resistance when handling acidic and alkaline solutions
- Nitrile gloves visibly rip when punctured, avoiding contamination
- This visible ripping ensures any chemical-skin contact is treated
- Nitrile gloves are hypoallergenic to sufferers of latex allergies and skin sensitivities
When Should Lab Technicians Wear Gloves?
Gloves are essential pieces of equipment in labs, since they protect the wearer and the wearer's experiment results. We therefore wearing these gloves in the following applications for use:
- When handling dangerous materials and solutions
- When handling chemicals of unknown toxicity
- When handling corrosive solutions and materials
- When handling rough or sharp-edged objects
- When handling very hot or very cold materials
Why Should Cleaners Wear Gloves?
Cleaners require protective gloves for the following reasons:
- To prevent the spreading of germs, dust and other contaminants
- To keep the wearer safe from risks of infection and disease
- To create a barrier between the wearer's clothing and skin
- To prevent skin contact with bodily fluids, water, oil and cleaning fluids
Technical Data
If you'd like more information about these gloves, please see below the technical data sheets:
