Real 8 mil. Stretched, not edited.
8 Mil Diamond Textured Nitrile
The heavy-duty grade. Raised diamond texture grips wet, oily, and greasy work instead of sliding off it. 1,000 gloves per case, free shipping, ships next day.
What Makes This Glove Different
Certifications most "generic" industrial gloves don't carry not marketing claims, independently tested standards.
| Generic Industrial Glove | This Glove | |
|---|---|---|
| Pinhole / defect standard | Typically AQL 4.0, or unlisted | AQL 1.5 a meaningfully stricter standard |
| Viral penetration testing | Not tested | EN ISO 374-5 Virus Tested |
| Medical-grade physical testing | Not tested | EN455 Parts 1-4 compliant |
| Food contact safety | Rarely certified | Food Safe certified |
| Touchscreen use | Usually requires removing the glove | Touchscreen compatible keep them on |
What Is AQL 1.5?
AQL stands for "Acceptable Quality Level" the maximum number of defective gloves allowed per batch before the whole lot fails inspection. Lower is stricter. Most generic industrial gloves are tested to AQL 4.0 or not tested at all. AQL 1.5 is the same standard used for medical exam gloves far fewer pinholes make it through, so a torn or leaking glove is the exception, not something you should expect.
What Does "Virus Tested" Mean?
EN ISO 374-5 means the glove has been independently tested and proven to resist viral penetration not just liquid or chemical splash, but actual microorganisms at a molecular level. Most commercial and industrial gloves are never tested to this standard at all, since it's typically reserved for medical and lab-grade products.
What Does Food Safe Certified Mean?
The glove material itself has been tested and approved for direct contact with food not just assumed safe, but independently verified. Many industrial gloves are never tested for this, so using them around food prep is technically a compliance risk even if nothing visibly goes wrong.
Which glove is right for the job?
Not every glove does the same job. 4 mil is a basic, low-cost option. The Pearl Series is medical grade and food grade, so it is the one we recommend for most kitchens.
4 Mil Nitrile Gloves
Black, White, BlueSolution: A basic, budget-friendly glove for quick tasks. Nothing special about the build, which keeps the price low for high-volume, low-risk work.
5 Mil Nitrile Gloves
Black, BlueSolution: The everyday kitchen glove. A step up in durability from 4 mil, comfortable for long prep shifts and general cleaning.
Pearl Series Nitrile Gloves
Rose, BlackSolution: Our top pick for restaurants. Medical grade and food grade, tested to AQL standards, and rated for chemical handling, so one glove covers prep, plating, and sanitizer work.
6 Mil Latex Gloves
NaturalSolution: A stretchy, second-skin latex glove with great feel for detailed hand work. Not for guests or staff with latex allergies.
8 Mil Diamond Textured Nitrile Gloves
Orange, Black, Green, BlueSolution: A thick glove with a raised diamond texture for a firm grip when things are wet or greasy. Built to handle the roughest jobs in the back of house.
14 Mil Latex Gloves
BlueSolution: Our thickest barrier. Made for harsh degreasers and strong cleaning chemicals that would break down a thinner glove.