Clothing
New Nitrile Gloves Provide Comfort Without Compromise
Jul 28 2022
For improved comfort for extended use and high tactile sensitivity without compromising worker safety, Kimberly-Clark Professional™ has introduced Kimtech™ Opal™ Nitrile Gloves.
The powder-free gloves are manufactured without vulcanisation accelerators or added sulphur and do not contain natural rubber latex - reducing the risk of Type I and Type IV glove-associated skin reactions as well as protecting the application. The gloves also feature a patented technology to protect the skin, known as Low Derma Technology.
Ideal for research and production facilities, life sciences and non-sterile drug manufacturing applications, these innovative gloves:
- Feature a thin nitrile polymer and tip thickness of just 0.07 mm to deliver excellent tensile strength while being able to withstand rigorous process use
- Are soft, comfortable and easy to don, making them suitable for extended use
- Have beaded cuffs and textured fingertips to enable excellent handling of wet and dry materials
Precision-manufactured to reduce contamination risk and ensure high levels of regulatory compliance, the ambidextrous gloves have been extensively tested under stringent conditions. Certifications include:
- PPE Cat III, according to EU Regulation 2016/425
- EN ISO 374-1 Type B (KPT), against chemical splashes
- EN ISO 374-5, against microorganism and virus penetration
- Food Contact approved
Sustainability benefits
The thin nitrile construction and efficient packaging of the Kimtech™ Opal™ Nitrile Gloves can reduce waste by up to 50%. The gloves also can be recycled through The RightCycle™ Programme. This groundbreaking service enables research and manufacturing facilities, universities, and a variety of businesses to collect previously hard-to-recycle items, such as Kimtech™ nitrile gloves and single-use apparel items, and convert them into new consumer goods.
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