Ask a shop what gloves are on the shelf and the answer is usually whichever thickness covers the most jobs without anyone thinking about it. AMMEX calls the Gloveworks INPF the most versatile choice for a 5 mil glove, and that is a fair description of what it is for: chemicals, fluids, cleaning and general handling all shift, without the stiffness and heat build-up people complain about in 8 and 9 mil gloves. The build detail that matters is that the fingertips are 6 mil while the palm is 5, which puts the extra material exactly where disposable gloves are known to fail first. Sold here as a case of 1000: 100 gloves per box, 10 boxes per case.
Built for
- Automotive and general shop work. Fluids, solvents, parts cleaning and handling, on jobs that do not involve tearing down sharp assemblies all day.
- Janitorial, sanitation and facility maintenance. A full shift of protection rather than the cheapest possible glove per pair.
- Food plants and processing. Compliant with FDA 21 CFR 177.2600 and manufactured under an ISO 9001:2015 quality system.
- Paint, adhesive and sealant work. Powder-free at a maximum of 2 mg per glove, so nothing contaminates a wet finish.
How it is built
Gloveworks Powder Free Nitrile is an industrial-grade disposable glove with the grip, chemical resistance and features to give you an advantage across a range of work environments. The exterior carries a micro-roughened texture for non-slip grip in wet and dry conditions, and the glove is polymer coated for easy on and off, which is the practical differentiator against thinner gloves that bunch on damp hands. The cuff is beaded so it will not roll. It offers protection against common chemicals such as gasoline and specialty chemicals such as ethanol and butane. Being nitrile, it carries none of the natural rubber latex proteins responsible for latex allergy.
Getting the size right
Experienced users consistently recommend ordering one size up from your usual in Gloveworks. A glove stretched tight over a knuckle is the most commonly reported cause of tearing, and no amount of extra thickness compensates for it. Sizes run small through XX-Large.
Specifications
- Grade: industrial. AQL 4.0. Not an examination or medical device glove.
- Thickness: 5 mil palm (0.12 mm), 6 mil finger (0.14 mm), 4 mil beaded cuff (0.09 mm).
- Minimum length: 240 mm. Ambidextrous, non-sterile, single use.
- Tensile strength 14 MPa before and after aging per ASTM D412; elongation 500 percent before, 400 percent after.
- Powder-free to a maximum 2 mg per glove per ASTM D6124. Latex free, protein not applicable per ASTM D5712.
- Exterior textured and polymer coated. Color blue.
- Compliance: California Proposition 65, REACH, FDA 21 CFR 177.2600, ISO 9001:2015.
- Pack: 100 gloves per box, 10 boxes per case.
Frequently asked questions
Is this a medical or exam glove?
No. Gloveworks INPF is industrial grade at AQL 4.0, with no FDA 510(k) clearance and no ASTM D6319 exam certification. It is not intended for medical or dental use. If you need an exam glove, choose the Gloveworks black nitrile examination glove.
What color are these gloves?
Blue. AMMEX makes the same Gloveworks industrial nitrile in black under a separate part number. Note that Gloveworks Ivory is a latex glove, not nitrile, so if you need latex free make sure you are ordering the nitrile INPF.
Exactly how thick are they?
Five mil at the palm, 6 mil at the fingertips and 4 mil at the beaded cuff, per the AMMEX datasheet. The heavier fingertip is deliberate, because that is where disposable gloves usually fail.
Are they safe for food handling?
They are compliant with FDA 21 CFR 177.2600 and are also listed for REACH and California Proposition 65, manufactured under ISO 9001:2015.
What size should I order?
Experienced users generally recommend going one size up from your normal glove size in Gloveworks. A too-tight glove is the most cited cause of tearing. Sizes run small through XX-Large.
How do they compare to a 3 mil or an 8 mil glove?
Three mil is better for high-turnover food prep where you change constantly; 8 mil lasts longer on heavy disassembly but runs hot and reduces feel. Five mil is the middle ground that most shops settle on as the default box.
Discount Cleaning Products is an authorized dealer for AMMEX. We stock the professional line year round, our US-based team knows these products from the field rather than from a catalog, and we are happy to help you confirm sizing, thickness and the right case quantity for your crew before you order.
