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Ansell 73-500 TouchNTuff Sterile Neoprene Gloves Class 100 (ISO 5)

Ansell 73-500 TouchNTuff Sterile Neoprene Gloves Class 100 (ISO 5)

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Ansell AccuTech® 91-225 Sterile Latex Cleanroom Gloves — Class 100 / ISO 5 (EU GMP Grade A/B) Aseptic Dexterity, Gamma-Irradiated and Cleanroom Packaged
Class 100 / ISO 5 Sterile (gamma irradiated) Natural rubber latex Hand-specific anatomic fit Textured fingers Powder-free (chlorinated interior) 12" length 200 pairs / case
Product overview
AccuTech® 91-225 is a sterile, Class 100 / ISO 5 cleanroom-compatible latex glove built for aseptic work where glove choice directly affects particulate control, operator dexterity and product-contact risk. Ansell positions 91-225 around a hand-specific ergonomic design (anatomic shape with straight fingers) paired with cleanroom packaging and an optimized thickness profile intended to balance protection with tactile sensitivity for critical manipulations.
Practical note for regulated aseptic operations: sterile gloves are typically treated as a primary contamination-control barrier. Your gowning program should define glove change frequency, double-gloving rules (where applicable), and defined “touch points” where a glove must be changed after contact with non-sterile surfaces.
Why customers choose AccuTech® 91-225
  • Sterile and cleanroom packaged for Class 100 / ISO 5 use, supporting contamination control discipline in critical zones and sterile transfer steps.
  • Hand-specific anatomic design with straight fingers to reduce bunching and help maintain fine motor control during aseptic manipulations.
  • Textured fingertips for confident grip on stainless, trays, vials, tubs, tools and barrier system interfaces where slips can trigger rework or interventions.
  • Powder-free and chlorinated interior to support clean donning and reduce the operational issues associated with powders in controlled environments.
  • Published suitability for double-gloving programs (as an outer glove or underglove), enabling risk-based gowning strategies where glove integrity and change-out triggers are formalized.
Latex sensitivity reminder: if your program has latex-allergy risk controls or mandates non-latex PPE, select a sterile nitrile or neoprene alternative and validate it to your process (grip, particulate, chemical compatibility and operator acceptance).
Recommended applications
  • Aseptic filling and labeling
  • Sample taking and processing in sterile workflows
  • Blending and compounding solids and liquids in controlled and critical environments
  • Transferring liquids and solids with defined sterile boundary controls
  • Critical component handling where tactile sensitivity and consistent grip reduce dropped parts and intervention risk
Aseptic technique tip: treat glove-to-surface contact as a managed variable. Use a defined “clean-to-less-clean” work sequence, avoid re-contacting cleaned surfaces with previously used fingertips, and standardize glove change-out after any suspected boundary breach.
Specifications (from published technical data)
SKU 91-225
Cleanroom classification Class 100 / ISO Class 5 & EU GMP Grade A/B (sterile cleanrooms)
Sterility / sterilization method Sterile; gamma irradiation (published as 25 kGy)
Material / color Natural rubber latex / Natural
Shape Anatomic with straight fingers (hand-specific design)
External glove surface Textured fingers
Internal glove surface / powder Chlorinated; powder-free
Cuff style Straight; cuff length: Extended (as published on SOSCleanroom)
Typical glove length 300 mm / 12 in
Freedom from holes (AQL) 0.65 AQL
Thickness targets (single wall) Palm: 0.23 mm / 9.1 mil
Finger: 0.23 mm / 9.1 mil
Cuff: 0.25 mm / 9.8 mil
Typical particle count (cleanroom metric) ≥0.5 µm: < 3,500 counts / cm² (published test method reference: IEST-RP-CC005.4)
Protein level (latex) 50 µg/g or less of total extractable protein
Double-gloving recommendation Yes (as outer glove or underglove)
Tested for use with chemotherapy drugs No
Anti-static Not tested (as published)
Packaging (case) 200 pairs / case
1 pair per inner poly pack; 10 inner poly packs per inner polybag; 5 outer polybags per bag; 4 bags per master bag; 1 master bag of 200 pairs per carton/case
Available sizes 6.0, 6.5, 7.0, 7.5, 8.0, 8.5, 9.0
Reorder numbers (by size) 91225060, 91225065, 91225070, 91225075, 91225080, 91225085, 91225090
Shelf life 5 years
Storage guidance Keep out of direct sunlight; store in a cool, dry place; keep away from ozone or ignition sources.
Country of origin Malaysia
Test method context (as published): particle metric references IEST-RP-CC005.4; dimensional/thickness references EN 420 / ASTM D3767; AQL references EN 455-1 / ASTM D3577. Always validate glove selection in your process (product contact risk, operator technique, surface interactions and any chemical exposure).
Cleanroom program guidance (U.S. first, global context second)
In U.S.-based regulated and critical manufacturing, sterile gloves are typically defined in the contamination control plan as a primary barrier and a primary “mix-up” / cross-contamination vector. Build glove selection, sizing, and use into your quality system: defined donning/doffing steps, defined glove-change triggers, point-of-use accountability, and documented training for aseptic technique. Many U.S. programs reference ISO 14644 terminology for cleanroom language and classification, while aligning sterile processing expectations to FDA guidance and internal risk-based controls.
As a secondary/global benchmark, EU GMP Annex 1 reinforces contamination control strategy (CCS) thinking: glove integrity, intervention control, material transfer discipline, and documentation that supports traceability and investigation readiness. Use Annex 1 as a continuous improvement lens where it fits your business, without treating it as a U.S. legal requirement.
Helpful standards and guidance hubs (for program reference): https://www.iso.org/standard/53394.html  |  https://www.fda.gov  |  https://www.astm.org  |  https://www.iest.org
Build a best-in-class ISO 5 consumables set
SOSCleanroom does not compromise on glove quality in critical environments. Ansell is positioned as a best-in-class glove line when customers need controlled-environment performance and documentation discipline to support qualification and ongoing program control. To reduce overall contamination risk in ISO 5 operations, match glove choice with ISO 5-aligned wiping and swabbing materials that support consistent technique and low-variability results.
Texwipe pairing suggestions (ISO 5-aligned wiping and swabbing)
For over 35 years, SOS and Texwipe have been close partners, and SOSCleanroom is an authorized Master Distributor of ITW Texwipe products for the United States market. For ISO 5 cleaning and wipe-downs, many customers standardize on sterile 100% polyester wipers (e.g., Texwipe AlphaWipe® sterile formats) and/or sterile pre-wetted options when a controlled wetness level is part of the cleaning step.
  • Sterile wiping (ISO 5): Texwipe AlphaWipe® dry cleanroom wipers, sterile — 100% polyester, cut edge, cleanroom manufactured for cleaning and solution application (use a low-linting wiper where your process requires it; note: no wiper is truly “zero-lint” under all process conditions).
    Learn more: https://www.texwipe.com/sterile-alphawipe
  • Sterile swabbing (ISO 5 details, recesses, ports): Texwipe CleanTips® sterile Alpha® polyester knit swabs — thermal bond construction to eliminate adhesive contamination, lot coded for traceability and quality control; Texwipe’s trademarked green handles (Re. No. 5,343,973) and embossed branding support authenticity/traceability at point of use.
    Learn more: https://www.texwipe.com/alpha-polyester-knit-cleanroom-swabs-sterile  |  https://www.texwipe.com/swabs
  • Program shopping (SOSCleanroom): Browse sterile and non-sterile wipers and swabs by ISO class, substrate and application to keep glove-wiper-swab choices aligned to the same environment and technique expectations.
    Browse: https://www.soscleanroom.com/categories/wipers/  |  https://www.soscleanroom.com/categories/swabs/
About Ansell and SOSCleanroom supply confidence
Ansell is a global manufacturer of hand and body protection solutions with controlled-environment product lines used across life sciences, critical manufacturing and laboratory settings. In ISO 5 operations, consistency matters: formulation control, packaging discipline, and the ability to support documentation requests when customers qualify and sustain a sterile glove program.
SOSCleanroom supports customers who need dependable, best-in-class cleanroom consumables with fast shipping, excellent customer service, fair pricing, and continuity of supply backed by decades serving controlled environments. As third-party validation, Cleanroom Technology reported that SOS Cleanroom Supply became an Ansell authorised distributor (June 20, 2023).
Documentation
Product Data Sheet (PDS) – SOSCleanroom hosted (stable): accutech-91-225_pds_us.pdf
Declaration of Conformity – SOSCleanroom hosted (stable): AccuTech® 91-225 Declaration of Conformity (PDF)
Product Data Sheet (PDS) – Manufacturer hosted: Ansell PDS (AccuTech® 91-225)
Manufacturer product page: Ansell AccuTech® 91-225
If you have any questions please email us at Sales@SOSsupply.com or give us a call at (214)340-8574.
If you need additional information please try our SOSCleanroom specific AI ChatBot which draws from our extensive cleanroom specific libraries.
Last updated: January 10, 2026
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The Technical Vault By SOSCleanroom Ansell TouchNTuff® 73-500 Sterile Neoprene Cleanroom Gloves — ISO 5 / Grade A Thin-Tactile Double-Donning with Chemical Splash and Accelerator-Free Control
Sterile (gamma, 25 kGy) Class 100 / ISO 5 + EU GMP Grade A Neoprene (polychloroprene) Latex-free + accelerator-free 12" length (300 mm) AQL 0.65 (freedom from holes) 200 pairs/case (sterile, bulk configuration)
Ansell TouchNTuff 73-500 sterile neoprene cleanroom gloves
Product thumbnail (quick visual ID for gowning stations and sterile stores).
1) Practical solutions in a critical environment
In ISO 5 / Grade A work, gloves are not just PPE — they are a primary contamination-control surface and a high-frequency contact material. TouchNTuff® 73-500 is positioned for sterile, aseptic handling that benefits from thin tactility, double-donning compatibility, and chemical splash resistance in a latex-free, accelerator-free neoprene formulation. The practical goal is fewer re-grips, fewer awkward hand motions, and fewer technique-driven contamination events during time-sensitive sterile manipulations.
Why SOSCleanroom carries Ansell for critical environments: SOSCleanroom does not compromise on glove quality where the environment cannot be compromised. Ansell is a best-in-class glove line with a deep critical-environment focus, documented product controls, and broad life-sciences adoption. Cleanroom Technology (June 20, 2023) reported SOS Cleanroom Supply became an Ansell authorised distributor, reinforcing supply-channel integrity without implying exclusivity.
2) What it’s for
Sterile neoprene gloves designed for Class 100 / ISO 5 cleanroom compatibility and sterile/aseptic tasks where users want a controlled balance of dexterity and durability, plus chemical splash resistance, without latex proteins or chemical accelerators.
  • Aseptic operations: packaging and labeling, sterile staging, component handling, sample taking, and processing where fingertip control reduces unnecessary touch events.
  • Double-gloving programs: designed to work as an outer glove or underglove, supporting standardized changeout discipline in high-risk zones.
  • Workflows needing chemical splash resistance and broad hazard posture while remaining latex-free and accelerator-free.
3) Why should customers consider these gloves
  • ISO 5 / Grade A posture: Positioned for Class 100 / ISO 5 and EU GMP Grade A cleanroom environments.
  • Thin-tactile handling: A thin design supports higher tactile sensitivity — useful when technique errors happen because users cannot “feel” what they are doing.
  • Latex-free + accelerator-free: Reduced risk of Type I (latex) and Type IV (chemical) sensitivity drivers, supporting site allergy control programs.
  • Neoprene performance: Neoprene (polychloroprene) formulation is positioned for chemical splash resistance across a broad range of hazards.
  • Double-donning friendly: Recommended for double gloving as an outer glove or underglove, helping standardize outer-glove change intervals.
4) Materials and construction
TouchNTuff® 73-500 is a powder-free neoprene (polychloroprene) glove with an anatomic shape and curved fingers for more natural hand posture. The external surface is smooth and the internal surface is polymer coated with DERMASHIELD™ Technology, which is typically used to support controlled donning and reduce tack — particularly relevant in double-glove gowning.

The cuff is beaded with SUREFIT™ Technology, which is commonly used to help manage cuff behavior during movement and repeated hand positioning.
Operational note: Latex-free and accelerator-free reduces sensitizer drivers, but it does not eliminate the need for site-specific glove compatibility reviews (disinfectants, solvents, and process chemicals) and documented changeout logic.
5) Specifications in context
In ISO 5 programs, the “best” glove is the one that produces consistent operator behavior: controlled grip, predictable donning, fewer contact events, and reliable changeout discipline. Use the published values below to support qualification files, risk assessments, and line-side training.
Attribute Published value Why it matters operationally
Cleanroom compatibility Class 100 / ISO 5; EU GMP Grade A Sets the expectation for use in the highest-risk zones where personnel are the dominant contamination source.
Length 300 mm / 12 in Supports sleeve interface control and reduces exposed wrist risk in sterile handling.
Freedom from holes AQL 0.65 Barrier confidence baseline; still requires inspection triggers and standardized changeout intervals.
Thickness (single wall) Palm 0.15 mm (5.90 mil); Finger 0.16 mm (6.29 mil); Cuff 0.14 mm (5.51 mil) Thickness affects tactile feedback, tear resistance, and fatigue; thin gloves can reduce “over-grip” habits that lead to micro-tears.
Surface / interior External smooth; internal polymer coated (DERMASHIELD™) Supports predictable donning and helps stabilize double-glove technique.
Sterilization Gamma irradiation (25 kGy) Sterility assurance at point-of-use depends on package integrity and opening technique.
Chemotherapy drugs Tested in accordance with ASTM D6978 (not listed in the U.S. FDA 510(k)) If you need chemo posture, document your internal acceptance criteria and ensure compatibility with the specific agents and exposure times in your workflow.
Shelf life 5 years Supports longer qualification windows when storage controls are maintained.
Country of origin Sri Lanka Important for supplier qualification files, audits, and incoming inspection documentation.
6) Cleanliness metrics
Cleanliness metrics are most useful when they support a contamination control strategy (CCS): method selection, qualification rationale, and investigation readiness. Do not treat typical values as your facility acceptance limits; qualify against your internal criteria and documented methods.
Metric Typical / published value Test method / context
Particles (releasable) ≤ 2500 counts/cm² at ≥0.5 µm IEST-RP-CC005.4 (published typical particle count)
Protein level N/A (contains no natural rubber latex) Supports latex allergy risk posture (site policy still applies)
Antistatic Not tested If ESD control is required, select gloves validated for ESD performance rather than assuming behavior
Ionic extractables Not published / not stated For residue- or ion-sensitive work, confirm through your internal test method or supplier quality documentation
NVR (non-volatile residue) Not published / not stated Validate via your internal extraction/inspection criteria if residues are a critical risk
7) Packaging, sterility and traceability
  • Case quantity: 200 pairs/case (sterile).
  • Packaging configuration (published): 1 pair per inner poly pack; 10 inner poly packs per inner polybag; 5 outer polybags per bag; 4 bags per master bag; 1 master bag of 200 pairs per carton/case.
  • Sterilization: Gamma irradiation (25 kGy). Maintain sterility assurance by protecting packaging integrity (no crushed cartons, wet outer bags, torn seals).
  • Traceability (best practice): Record glove lot, size, and changeout timing. In deviations, link personnel glove lots to the same-shift wipe, swab, disinfectant, and component lots used inside the same ISO 5 zone.
  • Storage guidance (published): Keep out of direct sunlight; store cool and dry; keep away from ozone or ignition sources.
8) Best-practice use
In sterile processing, glove performance is only as good as the technique around it. U.S. expectations (FDA-focused aseptic practice and, where applicable, USP <797>/<800>) prioritize discipline, documentation, and repeatability. EU GMP Annex 1 can be used as a secondary benchmark for contamination-control maturity (risk-based CCS thinking, consistent glove sanitization logic, and controlled handling), without implying Annex 1 is a U.S. legal requirement.
  • Donning control: Treat glove exteriors as sterile field contact surfaces. If the glove touches a non-sterile surface during donning, discard and restart — do not “wipe it off” and continue.
  • Double-glove discipline: Use the outer glove as the sacrificial surface. Standardize change intervals and define clear contact-event triggers (handles, printers, carts, non-sterile labels, unexpected touch events).
  • Glove sanitization: If your CCS uses periodic glove sanitization, apply validated sterile solutions/wipes, control dwell time, and prevent over-wetting (drips can re-contaminate sterile surfaces).
  • Technique drift prevention: Train and audit a short “glove behavior standard”: changeout timing, acceptable touches, and how to hold components to minimize glove-to-critical-surface contact.
  • Chemotherapy posture: If chemo drug handling is part of your scope, document agent list, exposure duration, and acceptance criteria, then align glove selection and changeout with your internal safety and quality requirements.
Matching ISO 5 gloves with ISO 5 cleaning consumables (recommended pairings):
When customers build an ISO 5 program, it is rarely the glove alone that passes audits — it is the glove plus the wipe, swab, and disinfectant discipline around it. For over 35 years, SOS and ITW Texwipe have been close partners, and SOSCleanroom is the authorized Master Distributor of ITW Texwipe for the United States market. To keep your consumables aligned to ISO 5 intent, consider:
  • Sterile wipe-down (ISO 3-5 positioning published): Texwipe Sterile AlphaSat® 10 (70% USP IPA) for isolators, BSCs, and critical touch-point wipe-down when your CCS calls for sterile, pre-wetted wipes.
  • Dry wipe for controlled staging where sterility is not required: Texwipe TX1009 AlphaWipe® sealed-edge polyester wiper (use within your internal SOP scope; verify suitability based on your ISO class and residue limits).
  • Detail cleaning/swabbing: Use a validated cleanroom swab system for small geometries and crevices, selecting sterility level and solvent compatibility to match your process requirements.
Note: No wipe or swab is truly lint-free. In ISO 5 work, prioritize low-linting materials, controlled edges, and validated techniques.
9) Common failure modes
  • Package-handling breaches: The glove may be sterile, but poor opening technique can defeat sterility at point-of-use. Train discard-on-contact and audit it.
  • Double-glove without changeout logic: Double-gloving only works if the outer glove is changed on a defined interval and after defined contact events.
  • Overconfidence in chemistry claims: “Chemical splash resistance” is not a substitute for process-specific compatibility validation. Confirm your actual chemicals, concentrations, and contact times.
  • Assuming antistatic behavior: Antistatic is listed as not tested; do not assume ESD control where ESD is critical.
  • Storage degradation: Heat, ozone sources, and sunlight can degrade polymers over time. Respect storage guidance and inventory rotation.
10) Closest competitors
In ISO 5 sterile glove programs, the meaningful differentiators are material (neoprene vs. nitrile vs. polyisoprene), packaging/sterility format, published cleanliness data, and supply continuity that avoids unqualified substitutions.
  • Ansell 73-701 TouchNTuff® DermaShield™ Sterile Neoprene (ISO 5): Consider when you want neoprene with alternate cuff/handling features while staying in the same ISO class posture.
  • Ansell 93-700 TouchNTuff® Sterile Nitrile (ISO 5): Consider when nitrile is preferred for facility standardization while maintaining ISO 5 sterile positioning.
  • Ansell 83-500 TouchNTuff® Sterile Polyisoprene (ISO 5): Consider when users want latex-like comfort without natural rubber latex.
11) Critical environment fit for these gloves
TouchNTuff® 73-500 is a strong fit for sterile ISO 5 workflows where operators value thin tactility, latex-free/accelerator-free controls, and chemical splash resistance — especially when a double-gloving program is part of the contamination control strategy. The published ISO 5 / Grade A positioning, particle metric, and standardized packaging configuration support qualification files and audit narratives when backed by disciplined technique (donning control, changeout intervals, and documented contact-event triggers).
12) SOSCleanroom note about SOP's
The Technical Vault is written to help customers make informed contamination-control decisions and improve day-to-day handling technique. It is not your facility’s Standard Operating Procedure (SOP), batch record, or validation protocol.

Customers are responsible for establishing, training, and enforcing SOPs that fit their specific risks, products, equipment, cleanroom classification, and regulatory obligations. Always confirm material compatibility, cleanliness suitability, sterility requirements, and acceptance criteria using your internal quality system and documented methods.

If you adapt any technique guidance from this entry, treat it as a starting template. Your team should review and approve the final method, then qualify it for your specific surfaces, disinfectants/solvents, cleanliness limits, inspection methods, and risk profile. Use these best-practice suggestions to strengthen your SOPs — not to replace them.
13) Source basis
SKU-specific pages and PDFs
  • SOSCleanroom product page (TouchNTuff 73-500): https://www.soscleanroom.com/product/brands/ansell-73-500-touchntuff-sterile-neoprene-gloves-class-100-iso-5/
  • SOS-hosted Ansell Product Data Sheet (TouchNTuff 73-500; “TECHNICAL DATA SHEET”, © 2022 Ansell): https://www.soscleanroom.com/content/Ansell_PDF/touchntuff-73-500_pds_us.pdf
  • Manufacturer product page (Ansell): https://www.ansell.com/us/en/products/touchntuff-73-500
  • Manufacturer Product Data Sheet (Ansell): https://www.ansell.com/us/en/products/touchntuff-73-500/pds/u2srWYySOsROZFdW1dLC4w
  • SOS-hosted EU Declaration of Conformity (TouchNTuff 73-500): https://www.soscleanroom.com/content/Ansell_PDF/touchntuff-73-500_touchntuff%C2%AE-73-500_eu_20230511_declaration%20of%20conformity.pdf
  • SOS-hosted UK Declaration of Conformity (TouchNTuff 73-500): https://www.soscleanroom.com/content/Ansell_PDF/touchntuff-73-500_touchntuff%C2%AE-73-500_uk_20230511_declaration%20of%20conformity.pdf
  • Manufacturer shop listing (additional product detail context): https://shop.ansell.com/us/s/product/touchntuff-73500/01t0o00000BAIRVAA5
Complementary ISO-focused cleaning consumables (program alignment)
  • Sterile AlphaSat® 10 (published ISO Class 3-5 positioning): https://www.soscleanroom.com/categories/wipers/pre-wetted-wipers/sterile/sterile-alphasat-10/
  • Texwipe TX1009 AlphaWipe® sealed-edge polyester wiper: https://www.soscleanroom.com/product/wipers/texwipe-tx1009-9x9-alphawipe-sealed-edge-polyester-cleanroom-wiper/
Standards and regulatory bodies referenced for context
  • International Organization for Standardization (ISO) cleanroom classification context (ISO 14644-1:2015): https://www.iso.org/standard/53394.html
  • FDA (Food and Drug Administration): https://www.fda.gov/
  • ASTM (American Society for Testing and Materials): https://www.astm.org/
  • IEST (Institute of Environmental Sciences and Technology): https://www.iest.org/
Third-party trust reference (Ansell channel validation)
Cleanroom Technology (June 20, 2023): https://cleanroomtechnology.com/sos-cleanroom-supply-becomes-ansell-authorised-distributor-209576
SOSCleanroom is the source for this Technical Vault entry.
Briefed and approved by the SOSCleanroom (SOS) staff.
If you have any questions please email us at Sales@SOSsupply.com or give us a call at (214)340-8574.
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Last reviewed: Jan. 10, 2026
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