Disposable vinyl gloves are made from the plastic vinyl (polyvinyl chloride, PVC), which is manufactured using plasticisers known as phthalates. Disposable vinyl gloves are used in numerous areas where hygiene is important.
They are particularly impressive due to their smooth and soft surface and their optimal price-performance ratio. They are particularly suitable for treating patients in the healthcare sector as they feel pleasantly soft on the skin.
Unlike disposable vinyl gloves, nitrile and latex gloves can pull on the patient's body hair during washing and therefore feel uncomfortable. Vinyl gloves also have the significant advantage that they do not contain any latex proteins, which is why they can be worn by people with latex allergies without any problems.
In addition to the medical sector, vinyl disposable gloves are used in many more areas. These include the food industry, the cleaning industry and the cosmetics sector. They are a cost-effective option, particularly in areas where gloves need to be changed frequently, and are also very kind to the skin.
Properties of vinyl gloves:
- 100 % latex-free
- Elastic
- Resistant to chemicals such as strong acids and bases, salts, other aqueous solutions and alcohols
- Resistant to food, oils and petroleum
The areas of application for disposable vinyl gloves
Nursing and care of the elderly Disposable vinyl gloves are particularly practical in both outpatient and inpatient care. They not only protect against direct contact with body fluids, but also against bacteria and viruses. Disposable gloves that fulfil European Standard 455 are particularly recommended for medical procedures. This standard requires a corresponding test procedure, which determines whether or not a disposable glove is sufficient for the respective application. Disposable gloves that are not certified according to European Standard 455 are also sufficient for non-medical procedures such as washing patients.
Disposable vinyl gloves for medical use Our AcuMax vinyl gloves fulfil the requirements of European Standard 455 and are therefore approved for use in the care of the sick and elderly. This also includes use in hospitals, doctors' surgeries, emergency services and veterinary medicine.
Handling food The AcuMax vinyl gloves are also suitable for use in the catering industry. As a rule, handling food is completely safe. In the event of direct contact with fats or oils, it is advisable to use powder-free gloves, where there is no risk of the powder settling on the food. Powder-free gloves are also more skin-friendly than powdered gloves.
Use of disposable vinyl gloves
Disposable vinyl gloves offer excellent protection against contamination. Provided, of course, that they are worn and removed correctly. To ensure optimum protection and comfort, follow the instructions below:
- Check condition Before each use, check the glove for tears and punctures.
- Wash your hands Wash and sanitise your hands thoroughly before wearing them. Gloves should never replace hygiene, which is why you should clean your hands before and after wearing them.
- Throw away after use After wearing the disposable vinyl gloves, throw them away. You should refrain from washing and reusing them. Disposable gloves are designed to be used only once, so wearing them for too long or too many times reduces safety and increases cross-contamination.
