Latex and Natural Rubber Chemical Resistant Gloves
Natural Rubber (Latex) – Natural rubber is widely used for gloves because it is relatively inexpensive, and yet offers good resistance to certain groups of chemicals (such as acids). It also has good resistance to abrasion, cuts, tears and punctures. It’s also very comfortable and permits excellent dexterity. Natural rubber can be an economical alternative to nitrile or neoprene. A negative aspect of natural rubber is that it contains proteins that can cause allergic reactions, so it is not recommended for everyone. Natural rubber also will swell and degrade in contact with various animal fats, oils and solvents.