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Ansell Gloves

Ansell Gloves for Cleanrooms, Labs, and Controlled Environments

At SOSCleanroom.com, we help teams standardize gloves with the same mindset we bring to every contamination-control category: dependable supply, documentation-aware execution, and best-in-class brands that perform the same way lot after lot. This page is a practical selection guide for Ansell cleanroom gloves, BioClean sterile gloves, Microflex exam gloves, and AlphaTec / HyFlex industrial protection.

Why customers buy Ansell through SOSCleanroom
  • Fast shipping from a real-inventory distributor (not “virtual” stock).
  • Responsive customer service from a team that knows controlled environments.
  • Fair pricing, stable sourcing, and continuity planning for critical operations.
  • Multi-award-winning distributor with 40+ years supporting critical environments.
Need help selecting?
Call 800-443-7101 (Mon–Thu 9am–5pm CT, Fri 9am–4:30pm CT) or use the links below to shop by glove type.

How to choose the right Ansell glove (a cleanroom-first decision flow)

Start with risk and compliance scope
  • Environment risk: ISO Class 4/5 zones and aseptic work typically require sterile, low-particle gloves and disciplined donning/transfer controls.
  • Process risk: Open manipulations, aseptic transfers, and high-touch steps benefit from higher barrier integrity and predictable glove behavior (tear resistance, fit consistency, and reliable packaging).
  • Chemical risk: If you handle disinfectants, solvents, cytotoxics, or strong acids/bases, you need a glove validated for the chemical profile, not a generic “nitrile is fine” assumption.
  • ESD risk: Electronics, optics, and sensitive assemblies may require dissipative gloves to reduce electrostatic events that can damage components or attract particles.
Key decision drivers (in plain language)
  • Sterile vs. non-sterile (and what your SOP/validation expects).
  • ISO level (ISO 4 vs ISO 5 vs support zones).
  • Material compatibility (neoprene vs nitrile vs polyisoprene; allergy/accelerator concerns).
  • Barrier integrity (AQL, thickness, tear resistance, cuff length).
  • Packaging discipline (how you introduce gloves into the room matters).
Operator-ready best practices (glove program basics)
  • Glove change triggers: tears, pinholes, visible soil, after touching non-controlled items, after chemical contact, and on a time-based cadence in critical work.
  • Double-don where risk warrants: inner glove for continuity, outer glove as the “task glove.” Change the outer glove frequently to control bioburden and residue transfer.
  • Donning discipline: avoid snapping gloves, avoid over-stretching cuffs, and keep hands within airflow “clean” zones when applicable.
  • Transfer controls: use clean introduction practices (bag wipe-down, staged unpack, and consistent placement) to avoid importing particles from outer packaging.

Sterile cleanroom gloves (ISO 5 / Class 100 workflows)

When customers tell us they are trying to “stop chasing contamination,” gloves are often part of the root cause. Sterile gloves only help if the introduction method, donning technique, and change cadence match the work. For ISO 5 / Class 100 tasks, teams often standardize on sterile nitrile or sterile neoprene depending on chemical needs, allergy/accelerator sensitivity, and operator comfort.

Featured: TouchNTuff® 93-700 (Sterile nitrile)
A common standardization choice for ISO 5 work where teams want a durable nitrile with documented sterile processing. Often selected when operators need a consistent glove that holds up during sustained tasks.
  • Sterile (gamma-irradiated) with a documented sterility assurance approach.
  • Designed for cleanroom use with a focus on comfort + durability.
  • Silicone-free positioning is useful when contaminant transfer is a concern.
Featured: TouchNTuff® DermaShield™ 73-701 (Sterile neoprene)
A practical option when customers want sterile protection with neoprene performance characteristics and reduced latex allergy concerns. Also commonly evaluated where chemical splash resistance matters.
  • Neoprene formulation aimed at durability and puncture resistance.
  • Designed to reduce latex/accelerator-related allergy concerns in sensitive programs.
  • Cuff design intended to reduce roll-down during sustained wear.
Practical note we repeat to ISO 5 teams
If glove integrity is critical, treat the glove as a “controlled consumable,” not a commodity. That means: consistent lot usage when possible, predictable introduction method (wipe-down + staged unpack), a change cadence that matches your touch points, and a written decision rule for when to double-don and when to change the outer glove.

ISO 4 / Class 10 gloves (BioClean sterile lines for higher-control zones)

ISO 4 / Class 10 programs tend to demand higher rigor around particle control, packaging discipline, and chemical compatibility. In practice, many customers use BioClean sterile nitrile or neoprene when they want a tighter contamination-control posture, documentation support, and predictable donning behavior in more sensitive work.

Top ISO 4 / Class 10 options customers standardize on
Part No. Type Why teams choose it Shop
BENS BioClean™ Emerald sterile nitrile Often selected when teams want sterile nitrile with a stronger contamination-control + chemical-resistance posture. Sterile nitrile
BEXS BioClean™ Excell sterile nitrile Common in programs that prioritize ISO 4 control with good grip and predictable sterile packaging behavior. Sterile nitrile
BUPS BioClean™ Ultimate sterile neoprene Used when neoprene performance and chemical handling considerations drive the selection in ISO 4 zones. Sterile neoprene
BASL BioClean™ Advance sterile latex Selected where latex performance is required and permitted by the program’s allergy/compatibility strategy. All Ansell gloves

Non-sterile cleanroom gloves (support zones, controlled labs, and ESD-sensitive work)

Not every controlled environment requires sterile gloves, but the wrong non-sterile glove can still create real problems: particulate transfer, inconsistent fit, unexpected residue, or poor ESD behavior. In practice, teams standardize non-sterile cleanroom gloves for support areas, staging, sampling, and lower-risk controlled work where clean packaging and predictable performance still matter.

Nitrilite® cleanroom nitrile (examples)
  • 93-311 (ISO 5 / Class 100 category page lists this option).
  • 93-401 (ISO 4 / Class 10 category lists this option).
  • BIOTAC (BioClean non-sterile nitrile with clean packaging emphasis).
ESD-sensitive assembly and handling
If you work around optics, electronics, or high-sensitivity assemblies, ESD events are not theoretical. In the real world, static can damage components and also attract particles to gloves and surfaces. Choose gloves with an antistatic/dissipative posture when your process requires it, and treat the glove as part of the ESD control plan.
  • Confirm the glove’s antistatic intent and your grounding practices.
  • Control glove changes after handling cartons, corrugate, or untreated plastics.
  • Use one-way material flow where possible: uncontrolled items do not go “back upstream.”

RABS / Isolator gloves (validated barrier + chemical/VHP realities)

Isolator and RABS gloves need to do two jobs at once: maintain the barrier and survive the cleaning regime. That means you must consider fit, port size, glove integrity testing expectations, and resistance to disinfectants and vaporized hydrogen peroxide (VHP) where applicable.

BioClean™ sterile nitrile isolator/RABS gloves (examples)
  • GGL (sterile) and CGL (non-sterile) isolator glove families listed on our Ansell page.
  • Common evaluation points: water leak testing expectations, ISO cleanroom processing, and resistance to disinfectants used in the isolator program.
Best-practice reminder for isolator glove programs
Document how you verify glove integrity and how you manage glove life after exposure to VHP/disinfectants. “It still looks fine” is not a defensible acceptance criterion in a serious barrier program.

Exam gloves (Microflex): high-usage programs, ergonomic realities, and consistent dispensing

In high-volume labs, clinics, and production support, exam gloves are often a throughput variable. The wrong glove leads to fatigue, tear events, and frequent changes. The right glove reduces interruptions and improves compliance with the glove-change cadence you actually want.

Featured: MICROFLEX® XCEED® XC-310 (example)
A strong option when customers want a thin, tactile nitrile glove with a focus on ergonomic performance and reliable packaging/distribution.
  • Thin-mil design for tactile sensitivity.
  • Designed for durability and reduced tear events in sustained use.
  • High-count, controlled dispensing reduces waste.
Exam glove best practices (what improves quality)
  • Dispensing matters: set dispensers at the point-of-use so people do not “stretch” glove changes to avoid walking.
  • Size discipline: wrong sizing increases rips, tears, and cuff roll-down—then your AQL and barrier logic collapses in practice.
  • Change triggers: after corrugate, after touching door handles, after handling solvents/cleaners, and after any visible soil.
  • Training shortcut: define what “clean hands” means inside your workflow and require re-gloving when leaving/returning to the controlled task.

Chemical and industrial protection (AlphaTec® and HyFlex®)

When chemical or mechanical hazards enter the picture, glove selection must be driven by the hazard profile and documented compatibility. If your team handles strong disinfectants, acids/bases, solvents, sharp edges, or abrasive operations, match the glove to the real exposure—then document the decision rule.

Examples listed on our Ansell page
AlphaTec chemical gloves (e.g., 37-155, 02-100, 58-201, 58-735) and HyFlex/ActivArmr industrial gloves (e.g., 11-541, 11-600, 11-735, 11-561, 80-813) are commonly used outside ISO-critical interiors but within industrial and support workflows where protection drives outcomes.
Selection note: chemical permeation and breakthrough data are lab-based indicators and should be interpreted with your exposure conditions, splash vs immersion profile, and safe-wear-time logic.

What we see and have learned from our customers

1) “We buy sterile gloves, but still see excursions.”
In most cases, the gap is not the glove—it’s the process around the glove: outer packaging introduction, donning technique, and change cadence. The fix is usually a tighter, simpler standard: a consistent introduction method, point-of-use dispensing, and clear change triggers for the outer glove.
2) “Our operators hate this glove.”
Comfort complaints often show up as hidden quality risk: operators stretch glove life, delay changes, or double-glove improperly. We advise teams to treat sizing and hand fatigue as part of contamination control. If the glove isn’t wearable, the SOP won’t be followed.
3) “We need one glove for everything.”
One-glove-for-all usually fails at the edges: chemicals, ESD, and long-cycle tasks. Most stable programs standardize a small set: an ISO-critical sterile glove, a support-zone clean glove, and a chemical/industrial glove where hazards require it.
How SOSCleanroom supports glove standardization
We maintain real inventory, we help customers reduce stockout risk, and we support documentation-aware purchasing for critical environments. If your glove program is tied to audits, qualifications, or consistent manufacturing outcomes, our job is to make your supply side predictable: fast shipping, excellent customer service, and continuity you can build a program around.

FAQ: Ansell glove selection in controlled environments

Do I need sterile gloves?
Sterile gloves are typically used when your SOP/validation requires sterile handling, when you are working in ISO-critical zones, or when the consequence of viable contamination is high. For support zones, non-sterile cleanroom gloves may be acceptable if your program allows it. If you tell us your ISO zones and process touch points, we can help you map glove type to where it actually matters.
How should we handle glove introduction into a cleanroom?
Use a controlled introduction method: staged unpacking, outer packaging wipe-down where applicable, and point-of-use placement. Avoid bringing uncontrolled corrugate or outer cartons into higher-classified areas.
What’s the simplest way to reduce glove-related quality problems?
Implement a “task glove” rule: double-don where warranted, change the outer glove frequently, and define clear triggers for when a glove is no longer acceptable. Most issues we see improve when glove changes become routine—not reactive after a problem occurs.

Source basis

Product attributes and program notes are based on manufacturer technical data and the SOSCleanroom catalog structure for Ansell. For customer convenience, links below point to PDFs hosted on SOSCleanroom.com.
Editorial note: This guide is educational and is not a substitute for your internal risk assessment, SOP validation, or hazard analysis. For chemical exposure decisions, confirm compatibility using current manufacturer guidance and your site-specific use conditions.
Last reviewed: Dec. 29, 2025
Want us to map glove types to your zones and tasks?
Tell us your ISO classes, what you handle (solvents, disinfectants, cytotoxics), and where the glove touches the process. We’ll recommend a practical standard set and a supply posture that keeps you from scrambling when demand spikes.
Quick product-selection links (SOSCleanroom)
Use these internal links to move quickly from “requirements” to the right Ansell glove family and packaging format.
Helpful SOSCleanroom resources (how-to guides)
These guides support consistent technique and selection logic across gloves, wipers, swabs, and cleaning programs.
Tip: If you tell us your ISO class, whether you require sterile packaging, and whether you have chemical/ESD constraints, we can narrow your selection to a short list of SKUs that your team can standardize on.