Mapa Jersette 308 Heat-Resistant Chemical-Resistant Food Safe Gauntlet Gloves
When working in the food industry, employees are sometimes required to come into contact with hot surfaces or irritant chemicals. For this reason, the Mapa Jersette 308 Heat-Resistant Chemical-Resistant Food Safe Gauntlet Gloves feature a thick latex lining, offering protection against temperatures up to 100°C and shielding the hands from many common chemicals.
Key Information
- Product Code: 308
- EN 388: Rating: 2131
- EN 407 Rating: X1XXXX
- EN 374: KL
- Available Sizes: 8 - 10
- Supplied as a pair
Resistance of the Mapa Jersette 308 Food Safe Gauntlet Gloves
The Mapa Gloves have been tested in accordance with EU standards to ensure high levels of performance. Please find the results below:
EN 388
Property | Resistance Level |
Abrasion Resistance | Level 2 |
Cut Resistance | Level 1 |
Tear Resistance | Level 3 |
Puncture Resistance | Level 1 |
EN 374-1:2016 (Chemical Resistance)
Chemical | Code Letter |
Sodium hydroxide 50% | K |
Sulfuric acid 50% | L |
EN 16523 (Chemical Resistance)
Chemical | Performance Rating |
Formaldehyde | Level 6 |
Hydrogen Peroxide 30% | Level 6 |
Chemical Resistance Documentation
Chemical Resistance Chart |
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EN 407 (Thermal Risks)
Thermal Data | Level |
Flammability | N/A |
Contact Heat | Level 1 (100°C) |
Convective Heat | N/A |
Radiant Heat | N/A |
Small Splashes of Molten Metal | N/A |
Large Splashes of Molten Metal | N/A |
Other
The gloves are certified as safe for use with food.
Where Can I Use the Heat-Resistant Chemical-Resistant Gauntlet Gloves?
The Jersette 308 Gauntlet Gloves are recommended for a wide range of tasks that involve with chemical, oil and grease hazards or for use within the food industries. As they are heat and water-resistant, you can use these gauntlets to handle hot food processing ingredients, particularly early on in the food manufacturing process.
Suitable industries include:
- Agriculture
- Catering
- Engineering
- Food gloves
- Hot Water gloves
- Industrial Cleaning gloves
- Maintenance
- Mechanics gloves
- Oil handling
Key Features and Benefits
- Resistant to a wide range of common chemicals
- Highly dextrous, suitable for tricky cleaning tasks
- Resistant to contact heat temperatures up to 100°C
- Suitable for tasks in the food industry
- Durable latex lining for reliable protection
- Cotton flock lining for comfortable periods of extended use
- Suitable for use with greasy, oily parts
Sizing of the Gloves
The Mapa Gloves are available in four sizes that should be suitable for most users. To find your perfect pair, please measure the circumference and length of your palm and match the results to the table below.

Size | Circumference (mm) | Length (mm) |
Size 7 | 178mm | 171mm |
Size 8 | 203mm | 182mm |
Size 9 | 229mm | 192mm |
Size 10 | 254mm | 204mm |
How Protective Are the Mapa Gloves?
The 308 Gauntlet Gloves are certified for use with most foods and plenty of chemicals including cleaning detergents. This makes them particularly well suited to cleaning tasks within the food industries, such as the cleaning of tools and machinery. As the gloves are water- and heat-resistant, you can even use them to handle or submerge hands in hot processing mixtures early on in the food processing process.
Documentation for the Mapa Gloves
Conformity Statement |
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Instructions for Use |
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Food Safety Certificate |
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