Nitrile gloves are widely used in applications where resistance to oils, chemicals and other substances is required.

However, chemical resistance is not determined by NBR latex alone.

The finished glove can be influenced by:

• Acrylonitrile content

• Film thickness

• Formulation

• Crosslinking system

• Curing conditions

• Chemical exposure

• Contact time

• Temperature

Different chemicals can interact with the glove film in different ways.

Therefore, chemical resistance should be evaluated against the actual substances and conditions expected during use.

For industrial glove manufacturers, selecting an NBR latex with an appropriate polymer structure is one part of the development process.

RUICO can work with customers to evaluate NBR latex according to the intended chemical exposure and finished-glove requirements.