Kimberly-Clark Kimtech Purple Nitrile Xtra Gloves (Pack of 50)
Working with hazardous materials can seriously impact employee health, and your business's reputation. The Kimberly-Clark Kimtech Purple Nitrile Xtra Gloves (Pack of 50) ensure enhanced safety in the workplace for a range of industries. Coming in a handy pack of 50 ambidextrous gloves, this pack is the most convenient and cost efficient solution to essential PPE.
What's Included?
Sizing Information
To find out which size you need, please see the below size guide and measure according to the diagram:
| Size | Palm Circumference |
| Extra Small (5.5) | 153mm |
| Small (6.5) | 165mm |
| Medium (7.5) | 190.5mm |
| Large (8.5) | 216mm |
| Extra Large (9.5) | 241.5mm |
Key Specifications
- Certifications/Compliance: ISO 14001, ISO 9001; Food Contact Certified; EN 374-1:2003; EN 374-2: 2003 Microorganisms Protection; 0120; Category III PPE - CE Complex
- Colour: Purple
- Exterior Finish: Textured Fingertips
- Hand: Ambidextrous
- Latex Free: Yes
- Material: Nitrile
- Powdered: Powder Free
- Sterility: Non-sterile
- Glove Cuff Style: Beaded
- Tensile Strength: After Aging: 21N, Before Aging: 21N
- Length (Metric): 30cm
Key Features and Benefits
- Highest protection possible of all Kimberly-Clark Gloves
- Design is extra-long (300mm) for extra protection of the arm area
- Nitrile material is latex and silicone free for skin comfort
- Nitrile material is powder-free for safe use with food
- Nitrile material is stronger and leaner than latex gloves
- Anti-static design enhances safety of the wearer
- Textured fingertips and beaded cuffs ensure strength, sensitivity and grip
- Assured compliance: PPE Cat III according to Regulation (EU) 2016/425, EN ISO 374-1:2016 Type B (JKT)
- Chemical splash protection EN 374-4:2003 for use in research
- Resistance to degradation by chemicals, EN ISO 374-5:2016
- Micro Organism and VIRUS Protection Food contact approved for diverse range of use
- Beaded cuffs add strength, reducing the risk of tearing and increasing durability
- Cuffs also reduce roll down for easier donning and doffing
- Greener Choice Claims Environmental benefits include: Recyclable
Why Is Nitrile Used in Labs?
- Powder-free design is ideal for the wearer to operate without leaving residue
- Nitrile is significantly less susceptible to punctures and wounds
- Chemically resistant material is ideal for use in the majority of labs
- Stronger than a standard latex glove for more robust support
- Anti-latex design is super comfortable and can be used by those with allergies
- Their design is inherently micro-textured for enhanced grip when handling objects
Which Industries Benefit from Nitrile Gloves?
There are a number of industries that benefit from nitrile gloves. Some examples of these include:
- Medical and healthcare environments, due to their tactility, flexibility and tear and chemical resistance
- Automotive, oil and gas industries, due to their resistance to things like oil and other lubricants
- Food and beverage for the preparation of food and food transportation to prevent foodborne illnesses
- Chemical and petrochemical, due to their chemical resistance to a wide number of solutions
- Pharmaceutical, to prevent contamination and cross-contamination when handling hazardous materials
- Cleanroom and janitorial purposes for the prevention of skin sensitivities due to latex and latex allergies
- A huge range of other industries needing robust hand and finger protection
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.
When Should I 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
How Do Nitrile Gloves Keep Workers Safe?
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
What Labs Need Gloves?
Proper hand protection is recommended in the majority of labs, however, we recommend using nitrile gloves in the following types of research facilities:
- Diagnostic Laboratories for safety when handling infections and diseases
- Hospital Laboratories for patient-clinician hygiene and prevention of disease
- Clinical Laboratories for protection when analysing samples such as blood tests
- Research and University Laboratories to teach good lab practises and hygiene
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 and alkali
- 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
Technical Information
For more technical information on the above gloves, please have a look at the documentation below:
