Gloves for Laboratories
In a laboratory, the substance decides the glove. The data sheets list laboratories for the chemical-resistant gloves HI555 and HI556; the disposable gloves are type B to EN ISO 374-1.
At a glance
- Products with this application in the data sheet
- 2
- Product ranges
- Hi5 X Chem
- Highest cut resistance
- none
- Touchscreen compatible
- 0
- OEKO-TEX certified
- 0
- Chemical protection type A
- 2
- Sizes
- 8–11
Typical hazards
- Acids, alkalis and solvents at different concentrations
- Splashes and short contact rather than continuous contact
- The need for feel with pipettes and glassware
- Micro-organisms: testing to EN ISO 374-5
What to look out for
- Check the glove requirement in the safety data sheet (section 8).
- The 18 test chemicals in the standard are not all substances: if yours is missing, there is no test result.
- The chemical search shows which test chemical a glove is tested against.
Hi5 gloves for laboratories
The products compared
| Product | Protection | Material, coating | Sizes |
|---|---|---|---|
| HI555Chemical-resistant glove, nitrile, unlined | Type A · JKLMNOPST · VIRUS | Nitrile rubber, chlorinated, unlined | 8–11 |
| HI556Chemical-resistant glove, natural rubber, two-tone | Type A · AKLMNPST · VIRUS | Natural rubber, non-chlorinated, flock-lined | 8–11 |
Source: product data sheets. X in the EN 388 code = not tested.
Frequently asked questions
Which Hi5 gloves list laboratories as an application in the data sheet?
According to the product data sheets, these products list this application: HI555, HI556. The selection does not replace a risk assessment.
What EN 388 levels do these gloves have?
The EN 388 values according to the data sheet: HI555 3001X, HI556 1010X. The guide EN 388 explained shows how to read the code. Chemical protection to EN ISO 374-1: HI555 (JKLMNOPST), HI556 (AKLMNPST).
Are these gloves touchscreen compatible?
None of these products is described as touchscreen compatible in the data sheet.
Does this selection replace a risk assessment?
No. The data sheets list applications; choosing the right protective equipment follows the risk assessment at your workplace. Employer duties.
More than gloves?
In this sector, breathing may also be at risk, not just your hands. Your risk assessment will tell you. Combining PPE explains how to match several items of PPE. For the other areas of protection there are the DS SafetyWear sister brands: EarProtect for hearing protection and AirGuard Pro for respiratory protection.
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