Common materials used in the production of labor protection gloves

Jan 10,2022


Labor protection gloves are commonly made of a variety of materials, the following is a detailed summary according to the different categories:

Leather materials:
Pigskin, cowhide, sheepskin: these natural leather materials have good abrasion resistance and puncture resistance, suitable for high-risk working environment.
Artificial leather, artificial leather: as a substitute for natural leather, they also have a certain degree of abrasion resistance and puncture resistance, and the cost is relatively low.
Rubber materials:
Rubber, natural latex, butyl rubber: these materials have excellent chemical resistance and waterproofing properties, making them particularly suitable for work that requires contact with chemicals or liquids.
Fabric materials:
Knitted fabrics, canvas, functional fabrics: these fabrics have good breathability and comfort and are suitable for long working operations.
Thread materials:
Cotton yarn, nylon thread, high elasticity silk, low elasticity silk: these thread materials have excellent tensile strength and abrasion resistance, which can increase the durability of gloves.
Plastic paper materials:
PE, PPA, etc.: These materials have good water and oil resistance and are especially suitable for working environments involving liquids.
Additive materials:
Cotton, sponge, steel wire, anti-poison material, anti-slip material, fireproof material, shockproof material, etc.: These materials can provide additional protection and comfort and enhance the functionality of the gloves.
Chemical materials:
Zinc oxide, antioxidants, sulfur, pigments, potassium hydroxide, calcium bicarbonate, etc.: These materials play a chemical role in the glove making process and enhance the performance of the gloves, such as improving oxidation resistance and UV resistance.
Chemical materials:
Liquid gloves: mainly made of special liquid materials that provide excellent chemical protection.
Other special materials:
Goatskin: due to its soft texture and good abrasion resistance, it is commonly used to make gloves with good mechanical resistance.
Fiberglass: the main component is silica, etc. It has the advantages of good insulation and heat resistance, but has poor abrasion resistance.
In addition, depending on the purpose of the gloves, special materials such as asbestos (for fire-resistant and flame-retardant gloves) and conductive fibers (for anti-static gloves) may also be used.

To sum up, labor protection gloves are made of a variety of materials, the choice needs to be based on the specific working environment, protection needs and comfort and other factors for comprehensive consideration.