--- title: Which glove for which task? description: When choosing a glove for your protection it is very important to choose a glove that meets your needs. image: https://resources.sante-group.com/hubfs/Which%20glove%20for%20which%20task%203.jpg --- [![sante-logo](https://resources.sante-group.com/hs-fs/hubfs/assets/images/sante-logo.png?width=150&height=44&name=sante-logo.png "sante-logo")](https://resources.sante-group.com/) - Products & Services - Clinical Diagnostics - [News & Articles](https://resources.sante-group.com/news) [![COVID-19 Rapid Antigen Testing](https://no-cache.hubspot.com/cta/default/7847716/4bdf4e09-3851-4aec-8d40-1e5eb65dcf2b.png)](https://cta-redirect.hubspot.com/cta/redirect/7847716/4bdf4e09-3851-4aec-8d40-1e5eb65dcf2b) [![Contact](https://no-cache.hubspot.com/cta/default/7847716/361e55bf-ddf7-41de-b7a3-3528c31fe9c2.png)](https://cta-redirect.hubspot.com/cta/redirect/7847716/361e55bf-ddf7-41de-b7a3-3528c31fe9c2) SHARE THIS STORY - - - ### Which glove for which task?   When choosing a glove for your protection it is very important to choose a glove that meets your needs. This may vary from the need of comfort or dexterity to the need for chemical protection. The fit, the level of protection & the possibility of allergic reaction are all factors that need considering. Take a moment to study our guide to choose the right fit for your glove application.    ![Latex gloves](https://resources.sante-group.com/hs-fs/hubfs/Latex%20gloves.jpg?width=300&name=Latex%20gloves.jpg) **Latex Gloves** Latex Gloves are made out of natural rubber, they are the glove of choice for comfort, fit & dexterity.       - Latex gloves provide a high level of flexibility & comfort alongside good protection.  - Robust & reliable - latex gloves provide a good level of chemical, infection & contamination protection.  - Available in powdered or power free. - Can cause latex allergies.  - Costs can fluctuate dependent on weather or season.  In summary, Latex gloves are more elastic than Nitrile & more puncture resistant than Vinyl.    ![Vinyl Gloves](https://resources.sante-group.com/hs-fs/hubfs/Vinyl%20Gloves.jpg?width=300&name=Vinyl%20Gloves.jpg) **Vinyl Gloves** Vinyl gloves are the cheaper alternative to Latex & Nitrile, & are the glove of choice for situations where durability & high level protection is not a priority (such as the food industry).     - Latex free - reducing the risk of allergic reactions. - Great for basic hand protection.  - Cheap alternative to latex & nitrile. - Available in clear or blue, powdered or powder free (in some applications red, green & yellow are used). - Not as good a fit as Latex or Nitrile. In summary, vinyl gloves are stronger than polythene but more cost effective than latex & nitrile, offering basic hand protection for short-term low risk tasks.    ![Nitrile Gloves](https://resources.sante-group.com/hs-fs/hubfs/Nitrile%20Gloves.jpg?width=300&name=Nitrile%20Gloves.jpg) **Nitrile Gloves** Nitrile Gloves are made from synthetic rubber & are the glove of choice for puncture resistance & chemical protection.       - Latex free - reducing the risk of allergic reactions.  - Are highly puncture & chemical resistant. - Good for dexterity & sensitivity - a comfortable fit.  - Superior to latex as they provide protection against petroleum based products. - More expensive to produce than Vinyl & Latex.  In summary, nitrile gloves are the most expensive disposable glove option but with superior performance in a variety of work environments (due to the puncture & chemical resistant properties).   ![Synthetic Gloves](https://resources.sante-group.com/hs-fs/hubfs/Synthetic%20Gloves.jpg?width=300&name=Synthetic%20Gloves.jpg) **Synthetic Gloves** Synthetic Gloves are hypo-allergic & durable making them a suitable choice for a wide range of applications.       - Latex free - reducing the risk of allergic reactions. - Very comfortable to wear, even with prolonged usage.  - Softer, more flexible & greater sensitivity than Vinyl & Nitrile. - Better fit than vinyl, but less chemical resistant than Nitrile. In summary, these durable, well fitting gloves are perfect for medical, laboratory & food environments, especially where high protection from chemicals is not required.    **![Superstretch Gloves 2](https://resources.sante-group.com/hs-fs/hubfs/Superstretch%20Gloves%202.jpg?width=300&name=Superstretch%20Gloves%202.jpg)Superstretch Gloves** Superstretch gloves are allergen free & offer an environmentally friendly & cost effective option to Vinyl.       - Lower cost alternative to Vinyl.  - More puncture resistant than Polythene.  - Food safe & odourless. - Skin friendly - no latex, softeners & silicone.  - Suitable for short term use as limited protection offered.  In summary, superstretch gloves are the most economically viable glove for food handling & short-term use as limited protection is offered.    At Santé, we're committed to providing the most appropriate gloves for the task you have at hand - if you are still unsure, please [contact us](https://resources.sante-group.com/contact-us), or view our [technical specification sheets](https://online.flippingbook.com/view/948302/) for more information. 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