Polyco Ketochem Lightweight Ketone Resistant Gloves Keto
The Polyco Ketochem Lightweight Ketone Resistant Gloves Keto are a pair of lightweight reusable safety gloves that offer excellent, cost effective protection against aggressive solvents such as MEK, Acetone and Toulene. With a high abrasion resistance level and close fit to ensure dexterity, these work gloves are ideal in industries such as chemical manufacturing and the pharmaceutical industry.
Key Information
- Glove Codes:
- EN 374 - 1:2003
- EN 374 - 2:2003
- EN 374 - 3:2003
- EN 388:2003 Rating: 3001
- EN 420:2003
- Size Range: 9 - 11
- Supplied as a pair
Resistance of the Ketochem Lightweight Resistant Gloves
EN 388
| Property | Resistance Level |
| Abrasion Resistant | Level 3 |
| Cut Resistant | Level 0 |
| Tear Resistant | Level 0 |
| Puncture Resistant | Level 1 |
EN 374-2
The Polyco Ketochem Lightweight Ketone Resistant Gloves passes the leak test of EN 374-2.
EN 374-3
The Polyco Ketochem Lightweight Ketone Resistant Gloves offers the following:
| Chemical | Performance Level | Breakthrough Time |
| 1-Methoxy-2-propanol | Level 5 | >240 mins. |
| Acetone | Level 5 | >240 mins. |
| Acetonitrile | Level 5 | >240 mins. |
| Dichloromethane | Level 6 | >480 mins. |
| Diethyl ether | Level 6 | >480 mins. |
| Ethanol | Level 4 | >120 mins. |
| Ethyl acetate | Level 6 | >480 mins. |
| Methyl ethyl ketone | Level 5 | >240 mins. |
| Methyl vinyl ketone | Level 6 | >480 mins. |
| Methanol | Level 1 | >10 mins. |
| n-Heptane | Level 6 | >480 mins. |
| Tetrahydrofuran | Level 4 | >120 mins. |
| Toluene | Level 6 | >480 mins. |
| Diethylamine | Level 3 | >60 mins. |
Uses of the Polyco Ketone Gloves
The Polyco Ketochem Lightweight Resistant Gloves offer excellent protection against a wide range of chemicals including acids, alkalis and alcohols. This means they are suitable for a wide range of tasks and in a wide range of industries, including:
- Chemical manufacture
- Chemical use
- Laboratory
- Pharmaceutical
- Ink and print industries
- Manufacturing of gums, resins and composite material
- Printing industry
- Manufacture of plastics
- Handling of ketones in laboratories
Key Features of the Polyco Ketochem Lightweight Resistant Gloves
- Made from a unique formulation, these gloves offer protection against a wide range of aggressive solvents.
- Offers resistance to Ketones, including MEK and acetone, as well as aromatics such as Toulene
- Close fitting and super comfortable to wear which increases tactile sensitivity
- Excellent abrasion resistance level which increases durability
- Anatomical shape of glove ensures comfort and reduces hand fatigue
- Unlined for easy donning and doffing
- Performance level is the equivalent to high performing Butyl and Fluoroelastomer products but more cost effective
- Available in three sizes that should suit most users
Sizing of the Polyco Ketone Gloves
The Ketochem Lightweight Resistant Gloves are available in three 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 9 | 229mm | 192mm |
| Size 10 | 254mm | 204mm |
| Size 11 | 279mm | 215mm |
Conformity Statement
