Disposable Gloves - Vinyl / Nitrile / Latex Powder Free and Lightly Powdered disposable gloves for medical or general cleaning jobs are barriers preventing skin exposure to infectious materials. Disposable gloves are a critical piece of personal protective equipment for anyone who may come in contact with bodily fluids.
Medical gloves are available in latex and latex-free options such as nitrile and vinyl. Nitrile medical gloves are a good choice because of their latex-like stretchiness, puncture-resistance, and durability. Latex-free gloves have been increasingly adopted by healthcare professionals due to natural rubber latex (NRL) allergies. Vinyl, Powder Free Gloves 100% Synthetic PVC contains no rubber, powder or protein reducing the potential for allergic reaction due to latex allergies, they have a smooth finish, a soft feel, and are durable with tactile sensitivity. GentleGuard Vinyl, Pre-Powdered Exam Gloves are lightly pre-powdered with a smooth finish and soft feel, however, medical facilities can No Longer purchase this item as the FDA has cited evidence that the powder in gloves pose serious health risks to patients, Powder-Free gloves are now the standard in the healthcare industry.