Uses and benefits of nitrile gloves

Over the last few years, due to the global pandemic that has hit us, we have discovered a large number of protection items and products that were already in use in various sectors.

One of the most commonly used products in hospitals, health centres, work environments with food handling, etc., are disposable gloves. These are available in a wide range of materials: latex, vinyl, nitrile and diamond-coated finish, etc.

Among the many options available, disposable nitrile gloves have become increasingly popular, offering the right balance of strength, comfort and protection. Their versatility makes them ideal for many sectors, from healthcare to industrial and food processing.

What is nitrile?

Before we focus on everything surrounding the product itself, we want to start by telling you exactly what nitrile is and what makes it so special and useful:

Nitrile is a synthetic fibre with similar properties to others, such as latex, but with several advantages (which we will see detailed below) that stand out. For example, nitrile is hypoallergenic, in other words, it does not cause allergic reactions on the skin.

Characteristics of Cofil nitrile gloves

The main characteristics of the Cofil nitrile gloves we offer at Damesa are as follows:

• 100% nitrile (butadiene-acrylonitrile copolymer) compounds
• Dust-free
• High sensitivity
• Optimum resistance
• Durability
• High protection
• Compliance with EC regulations against chemical agents and micro-organisms*.
• Available in blue, black or orange (the latter in diamond finish only).
• Available in various sizes
• Thickness

*Please visit our product page to see in detail the finishes available, as well as to consult our commercial data sheet and our EU declaration of conformity, as this product complies with the established health and safety requirements.

Our range of Cofil nitrile gloves

In professional environments, choosing the right glove makes a big difference in terms of safety, comfort and performance. Our range of nitrile gloves is designed to meet different needs, offering solutions that provide the level of protection, flexibility and grip required for any task.

• For demanding environments: The NGOLD800 (orange) and NONYX800 (black) diamond textured disposable gloves are designed to provide maximum strength and enhanced grip, even in the toughest of conditions.
• Balancing protection and flexibility: The NN500 (black) is a versatile choice, ideal for tasks that require comfort and adaptability.
• For more delicate tasks: The NAPLUS (blue) gloves offer high performance in activities that require a precise sense of touch and greater control.
• For maximum safety and hygiene: The NA350 (blue) meets the highest standards, making it the ideal choice for environments where protection is a priority.

With our range of nitrile gloves, you can be sure to get the best in quality and reliability for whatever the task at hand.

Benefits of nitrile gloves

Focusing on the benefits, nitrile gloves are personal protective equipment used to protect hands from various substances, isolating and reducing the risk of contamination.

They are resistant to chemicals and liquid penetration, making them ideal for work involving hazardous substances. They are also non-contaminating and leave no residue. The diamond textured model offers exceptional performance in wet or oily conditions and is heavier (8g) for greater durability.

On the other hand, as mentioned above, the hypoallergenic nature of nitrile means that it is not prone to cause allergic reactions in those who use it.

Advantages of using nitrile gloves

As we mentioned at the beginning of this article, as well as being used in jobs where hazardous substances are handled, nitrile gloves are normally used in medical centres or laboratories because of all the advantages they have over other gloves. Firstly, nitrile gloves are much more resistant than natural latex, as they have hydrogen cyanide or sodium hydrogen as their main component. This gives greater safety as they do not break so easily and, in addition, avoids the constant change of gloves with all the problems and discomfort that this entails.

Another of their main advantages, as mentioned above, is that they are hypoallergenic. This will avoid problems of hypersensitivity or skin irritation for both the person using them and the patient being examined (in the medical field).

Nitrile disposable gloves also have high chemical resistance and barrier protection. This is one of the main reasons why these gloves are used in scientific laboratories where all kinds of chemicals are handled. In the event of an accidental liquid spill, for example, nitrile disposable gloves provide greater hand protection than other gloves.

Other advantages of Damesa's Cofil nitrile gloves include:

• Cheaper than other types of disposable gloves
• Their high flexibility makes these gloves suitable for both left and right-handed users.
• Bring more coolness and comfort to the hand

In addition, we would like to leave you with a number of recommendations regarding the use of nitrile disposable gloves:

• Wash hands before and after putting on and removing gloves to ensure proper hygiene.
• Change nitrile gloves frequently, especially if they have been in contact with chemicals or highly contaminated surfaces.

Uses of nitrile disposable gloves

Finally, and to conclude the article, nitrile gloves are used in a wide variety of industries and work environments, among them:

• Food handling
• Cleaning and disinfection of equipment and premises
• Laboratories
• Chemical industry
• Pharmaceutical industry
• Hospitals
• Clinics
• Health centres
• Factories and industry