Bodyguards GL897 Black Nitrile Disposable Gloves
The Bodyguards GL897 Black Nitrile Disposable Gloves are nitrile disposable work gloves that offer excellent abrasion and tear resistance compared to other natural rubber gloves. Ideal for tattoo artists, these gloves are resilient, dexterous and comfortable to wear. They can be used with food and are powder free to reduce the risk of contamination.
Key Information
- Glove Codes:
- GL8971
- GL8972
- GL8973
- GL8975
- EN 374 - 3
- EN 420: 2003
- EN 455 - 1
- EN 455 - 2
- EN 455 - 3
- EN 455 - 4
- EN 1186:2003
- Size Range: 7 - 10
- Supplied in a box of 100 gloves
Resistance of the Bodyguards GL897 Disposable Gloves
The Boydguards Disposable Gloves have been tested in accordance with EU standards to ensure high levels of performance. Please find the results below:
EN 374 - 3
| Chemical | Resistance Level | Breakthrough Time |
| Formaldehyde 15% | Level 6 | >480 mins. |
| Sodium Hydroxide 40% | Level 6 | >480 mins. |
| Sulphuric Acid 47% | Level 6 | >480 mins. |
EN 1186
The GL897 Black Nitrile Disposable Gloves have been tested in accordance with EN 1186. They are suitable for use with all food categories in situations of short term, repeat contact.
EN 455 - 1, 2 , 3 and 4
The GL897 Black Nitrile Disposable Gloves have been tested in accordance with EN 455 - 1, 2, 3 and 4 and are a self-certified Class 1 non-sterile medical device.
Uses of the GL897 Disposable Gloves
The Bodyguards Black Nitrile Disposable Gloves are useful to use across a range of environments and industries but are a favorite among tattooists. They can be used inside and outside, in dirty and clean conditions and primarily in a dry environment. Some industries where these gloves are useful include:
- Electronics
- Hospital and clinical duties
- Inspection
- Pharmaceutical duties
- Local authority work
- Tattooist work
- Automotive maintenance
- Repair
- Care home gloves
- Customs gloves
- Doctors gloves
- Emergency gloves
- Food preparation and handling
- Food Retailing
- Laboratory
- Public utilities
- Public transport
Key Features of the Black Nitrile Disposable Gloves
- High quality nitrile synthetic rubber for greater strength over natural rubber
- Designed to be flexible and dexterous which makes gloves versatile and useful in tactile applications
- Comfortable fit, gloves are cool to use, allowing wear for longer periods
- Fitted with a beaded cuff that adds strength and prevents liquid rollback
- Textured fingertips provides increased grip
- Thin black nitrile rubber offers maximum sensitivity and comfort
- Powder free so that the risk of product contamination is reduced
- Latex-free design is ideal for people with sensitive skin
- Strong material, ideal for industries where reliable protection is necessary such as tattoo artists
- Offers mild chemical resistance
- Available in four sizes that should suit most people
Sizing of the Bodyguards Black Nitrile Gloves
The Bodyguards GL897 Disposable Gloves are available in four sizes that should suit the hands of most users. Please measure the circumference of your hand around the knuckles (excluding the thumb) with your hand open and your fingers together, and the length of your hand from the tip of your middle finger to your wrist.
| Size | Circumference (mm) | Length (mm) |
| Size 7 | 178mm | 171mm |
| Size 8 | 203mm | 182mm |
| Size 9 | 229mm | 192mm |
| Size 10 | 254mm | 204mm |
Conformity Statement
