Hand Safe GN83 Blue Nitrile Examination Gloves
The Hand Safe GN83 Blue Nitrile Examination Gloves are made from tough nitrile butadiene, making them more tear resistant than some latex and vinyl alternatives. They are approved for non-sterile medical use and have a textured exterior for a secure grip, making them ideal for dentistry or other applications that involve tools and equipment.
Purchase Quantity
The Hand Safe GN83 Blue Nitrile Examination Gloves are supplied in a box of 100 gloves.
Sizing Information
The Hand Safe GN83 Nitrile Examination Gloves are available in sizes Small, Medium, Large and Extra Large. All sizes have a minimum length of 240mm. To find your size, measure your hand across the widest part of your palm, then match your results to the sizing table underneath.
| Size | Palm Width (mm)> |
|---|
| Small | 80mm |
| Medium | 95mm |
| Large | 110mm |
| Extra Large | ≥110mm |
Read our guide to sizing for more information about finding your perfect size.
How Do the Hand Safe GN83 Nitrile Gloves Protect Your Hands?
These gloves can keep your hands clean and dry while you carry out your work. They are ideal for providing hygienic protection in applications like dentistry and other medical environments. The standards they meet are outlined below.
Performance Ratings
- CE Category: Cat III
- Waterproof gloves and low chemical resistance (not reflecting duration of protection)
- EN 455 (Standard for Medical Gloves)
- EN 455-1 (Freedom from Holes)
- EN 455-2 (Physical Properties)
- EN 455-3 (Biological Evaluation)
- EN 455-4 (Shelf Life Determination)
- EN 374 (Standard for Chemical Resistant Gloves)
- EN 374-2 (Resistance to Water Penetration)
- Food approval EC1935/2004 (except fatty foods)
Key Features and Benefits
- Tough nitrile single-use gloves
- Certified for medical use (non-sterile)
- Safe for contact with food (except fatty foods)
- Offer hygienic hand protection
- Provides some water and low chemical resistance
- Textured exterior for better grip
- Powder-free to prevent irritation
- Shelf life of three years
- Typical force at break of 6 Newtons
- Approved for use with food (EC1935/2004)
Who Can Use the Hand Safe GN83 Gloves?
These Hand Safe gloves are ideal for use by dentists as they are approved for medical use and offer a high level of dexterity and grip. However, these properties in addition to the fact that they are food safe make them versatile enough for a range of applications. For example, they can be used as:
Allergy Information
Manufactured entirely of nitrile butadiene, these gloves are suitable for those who have latex allergies. However, they do contain ZDBC and ZDEC chemicals, which can lead to type IV skin irritation as well as contact dermatitis.
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