Shield GD48 Lightly Powdered Vinyl Disposable Gloves (Pack of 100)
If you have some members on your team who are allergic to latex or the chemicals found in nitrile gloves, finding disposable gloves can become a difficult task. The Shield GD48 Lightly Powdered Vinyl Disposable Gloves (Pack of 100) are made from PVC plastisol. This reduces the likelihood that your team will suffer from allergic reactions or hypersensitivity.
Key Information
- Glove Code: GD48
- Tested to EN 388: 2003
- EN 374-2: 2003 Rating: Level 1
- EN 374-3: 3003 Rating: K
- EN 455-1
- EC 1935: 2004
- Available Sizes: Small to Extra Large
- Supplied as a dispenser of 100 gloves
Resistance of the Lightly Powdered Gloves
The Shield GD48 Lightly Powdered Gloves have been tested in accordance with EU standards to ensure high levels of performance. Please find the results below:
EN 374-2
This tests the gloves to ensure they protect you against liquid penetration and micro-organisms. These particular Vinyl Disposable Gloves received an AQL rating of 1.5, meaning they obtained a performance level one in this area.
EN 374-3
| Code Letter | Chemical |
| K | Sodium Hydroxide 40% |
EN 455
The Vinyl Disposable Gloves have been tested to this set of standards to ensure they're suitable for single-use medical purposes. The results are shown in the table below.
| Medical Glove Requirement | Outcome |
| Impermeability | Passed |
| Sizing | N/A |
| Strength and Thickness | N/A |
| Maximum Elasticity Before and After Accelerated Ageing | N/A |
| Biological Safety Qualities | N/A |
Uses of the Disposable Vinyl Gloves
As a result of their flexibility and thin design, these Disposable Vinyl Gloves are suitable for a wide range of purposes. This includes:
- Airport Security
- Baggage Handling
- Catering
- Clinical Work
- Clinician Work
- Customs Work
- Decorating
- Dentistry
- DIY
- Doctors' Work
- Domestic Cleaning
- Food Handling
- Food Packaging
- Food Preparation
- Food Retailing
- Hospital Work
- Hygiene Work
- Inspection Work
- Medical Work
- Pharmaceutical Work
- Product Inspection
- Recycling
- Security Work
- Sorting
Key Features and Benefits
- Manufactured from PVC plastisol
- Free from latex to reduce the risk of hypersensitivity and allergic reactions
- Soft, smooth formulation improves the gloves' feel and fit
- Reduces fatigue during extended wear
- Beaded cuff for added strength and easier donning
- Lightly powdered to reduce perspiration and allow fast donning
- Ambidextrous design allows gloves to be worn on either hand
Sizing of the Shield GD48 Gloves
The Shield GD48 Disposable Gloves are available in four sizes. To find the correct size, please measure your hand across the widest part of your palm and refer to the sizing table below.
| Size | Palm Width (±10mm) |
| Small | 80mm |
| Medium | 95mm |
| Large | 110mm |
| Extra Large | ≥110mm |
Please note that all sizes of these gloves have a minimum length of 240mm.
Conformity Statement
