Vinyl gloves are made from PVC, a petroleum-based film which has good resistance to acids, alkalis and other chemicals. It also does not change due to atmospheric influences. Nowadays, although nitrile gloves are the absolute darling of the market all over the world, Vinyl gloves still maintain strong growth every year.
In general, vinyl gloves are excellent for any low-risk tasks requiring hygienic protection. It can be used in a wide variety of situations and industries. These gloves offer limited protection against exposure to chemicals or biomedical substances but can temporarily protect the hands from contact with non-hazardous materials.
Benefits of Vinyl gloves
Affordability
Vinyl gloves are cheaper to manufacture than Nitrile or Latex gloves. As they are so economical, they can be changed many times without too much concern, so are excellent choices for food preparation, industrial uses, hair colouring, household cleaning or janitorial uses.
Anti Allergenic
Vinyl gloves do not trigger a reaction in users allergic to latex. They also avoid the risks linked to the petroleum content of nitrile gloves, and can be a good choice where the wearer will be in physical contact with others who may suffer from an allergy.
No tensin
Vinyl gloves are not as elastic as latex or nitrile gloves, resulting in a slightly looser fit, which many find more comfortable.
Disadvantage of Vinyl gloves
Vinyl gloves are less durable than latex and nitrile, and they offer limited protection against chemical or biomedical exposure. When vinyl gloves are stretched or flexed, the individual molecules separate and the integrity of the protective barrier is compromised. Vinyl gloves have also raised a red flag in terms of their environmental impact, as noted by Health & Safety International.
Relevant Applicatons
- Food Prep/Service: Their lightweight nature and affordable price make vinyl gloves a very common choice for the restaurant/catering industry.
- Industrial: Vinyl gloves are suitable for lighter industrial applications, such as janitorial work where every day, low-hazard cleaning products will be used.
- Beauty: Salon staff providing services such as hair dying often turns to vinyl gloves as an affordable way to avoid staining their skin.
- Medical: Our vinyl gloves are manufactured to meet standard EN 455, pertaining to medical use. They provide good protection provided they are not subjected to heavy-duty use.
- Personal Care: Vinyl gloves are perfect for uses such as elderly/infant care, where gloves may need to be changed regularly, and obtaining an affordable but effective level of barrier protection is the key.