Category Overview
Cleanroom Gloves & Apparel
Nitrile, Latex, Polychloroprene Gloves & Cleanroom Garments
Barrier Protection Low-Particle Shedding Sterile & Non-Sterile
Cleanroom gloves and apparel are primary contamination-control barriers that protect both the product and the operator. Proper selection depends on balancing material compatibility, barrier integrity, cleanliness level, and comfort to support consistent performance and regulatory compliance.
Best suited for: ISO 4–8 cleanrooms in pharmaceutical and biotech manufacturing, sterile compounding, medical device assembly, semiconductor fabrication, aerospace, optics, and laboratory environments.
Common cleanroom glove & apparel applications:
- Personnel barrier protection during critical processes
- Routine and aseptic gowning for ISO-class cleanrooms
- Handling sensitive components, devices, and materials
- Protection from chemicals, solvents, and disinfectants
- Maintaining cleanliness during extended wear and shifts
General cleanroom work
→ Nitrile gloves & low-shedding garments
Chemical resistance needed
→ Polychloroprene or specialty chemical gloves
Aseptic or sterile operations
→ Sterile gloves & sterile apparel
Selection Guide
How to choose the right gloves and apparel
Selecting cleanroom gloves and garments requires understanding contamination risks, chemical exposure, comfort requirements, and regulatory expectations. The guidance below helps align PPE selection with your process and SOPs. For background concepts, see our cleanroom basics and selection guidance.
Why glove and apparel selection affects cleanroom performance
Gloves and garments are among the largest sources of contamination in cleanrooms when improperly selected or used. Material choice affects particle shedding, chemical resistance, tactile sensitivity, and fatigue. Apparel design influences airflow, comfort, and contamination containment.
- Barrier integrity: protects product and operator
- Material compatibility: prevents degradation and permeation
- Particle shedding: directly impacts room cleanliness
- Comfort & fit: influence compliance and consistent use
Common mistakes to avoid
- Using non-cleanroom gloves or garments in controlled areas
- Selecting gloves without considering chemical compatibility
- Improper gowning or doffing procedures
- Ignoring sizing and comfort, leading to non-compliance
Quick match: align gloves and apparel to the task
| Task | Recommended direction | Why it fits |
|---|---|---|
| General cleanroom handling | Nitrile gloves, standard cleanroom garments | Balanced protection, cleanliness, and comfort |
| Chemical exposure | Chemical-resistant gloves | Improved resistance to solvents and disinfectants |
| Aseptic processing | Sterile gloves and sterile garments | Supports validated aseptic workflows |
| Extended wear | Comfort-fit gloves and breathable apparel | Reduces fatigue and improves compliance |
Best-practice gowning and glove use (SOP fundamentals)
- Follow proper gowning order: reduce contamination transfer
- Change gloves regularly: prevent cross-contamination
- Inspect for defects: replace compromised PPE immediately
- Use correct sizing: ensure dexterity and comfort
- Dispose per SOP: avoid recontamination during removal
For the fastest recommendation, be ready to share: ISO class, task type, chemical exposure, and sterility requirements.
Need help selecting?
Talk to a cleanroom specialist
Email Sales@SOSsupply.com or call (214) 340-8574 for help selecting the right gloves and apparel.