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Ansell BioClean Excell BEXS Sterile Nitrile Cleanroom Gloves - Class 10 / ISO 4 - 200 Pairs/Case

Ansell BioClean™ Excell BEXS sterile nitrile cleanroom gloves provide controlled hand protection for pharmaceutical manufacturing, biotechnology, aseptic processing, and other critical environments. These white, powder-free, natural rubber latex-free, and chemical accelerator-free gloves combine sterile presentation with cleanroom processing, chemical resistance, antistatic properties, and precise handling performance.

Designed for Class 10 / ISO Class 4 cleanrooms and EU GMP Grade A/B environments, BioClean Excell BEXS gloves feature a hand-specific design, textured fingers and palm, chlorinated interior, and beaded cuff. The approximately 300 mm (12-inch) length supports gown-to-glove overlap during controlled operations.

BEXS gloves are gamma sterilized to a Sterility Assurance Level (SAL) of 10-6 and packaged as individual sterile pairs in a multilayer protective configuration. Each case contains 200 pairs, with sizes 6 through 9 available, including half sizes.

Sterile Cleanroom Protection Advantage: BioClean Excell BEXS combines sterile nitrile protection, Class 10 / ISO 4 cleanroom compatibility, low particle contribution, antistatic properties, and controlled sterile packaging. Its latex-free, accelerator-free construction and textured grip make it a practical option for contamination-sensitive operations requiring dexterity, cleanroom material control, and documented glove performance.

Specifications:
  • Manufacturer: Ansell
  • Brand: BioClean™
  • Product Family: BioClean Excell
  • Model: BEXS
  • Product Type: Sterile Disposable Nitrile Cleanroom Gloves
  • Material: Nitrile
  • Color: White
  • Natural Rubber Latex: None
  • Chemical Accelerators: Accelerator-free formulation
  • Powder: Powder-free
  • Cleanroom Classification: Class 10 / ISO Class 4
  • Additional Cleanroom Applications: EU GMP Grade A/B and other sterile cleanrooms, subject to facility qualification
  • Sterility: Sterile
  • Sterilization Method: Gamma irradiation
  • Minimum Sterilization Dose: 25 kGy
  • Sterility Assurance Level: 10-6
  • Freedom from Holes: AQL 1.5, EN 374-2 testing
  • Typical Particle Count: Less than 1,200 particles/cm² at ≥0.5 µm
  • Particle Test Method: IEST-RP-CC005.4
  • Antistatic: Yes
  • Glove Shape: Hand-specific
  • External Surface: Textured fingers and palm
  • Internal Surface: Chlorinated
  • Cuff Style: Beaded
  • Typical Glove Length: 300 mm (12 inches)
  • Target Palm Thickness: 0.14 mm (5.51 mil), single wall
  • Target Finger Thickness: 0.17 mm (6.69 mil), single wall
  • Target Cuff Thickness: 0.11 mm (4.33 mil), single wall
  • Minimum Tensile Strength Before Aging: 15 MPa, ASTM D412-06a
  • Natural Latex Protein Content: Not applicable; contains no natural rubber latex
  • Chemical Protection: Manufacturer chemical-permeation information available for specified substances
  • Chemotherapy Drug Protection: Manufacturer chemotherapy-permeation information available; verify individual drug, concentration, and tested exposure duration
  • Available Sizes: 6, 6.5, 7, 7.5, 8, 8.5, 9
  • Packaging: Individually pair-packed sterile presentation
  • Case Quantity: 200 pairs
  • Country of Origin: Malaysia
  • Published Shelf Life: 5 years from date of manufacture
  • Storage: Cool, dry conditions away from sunlight, ozone sources, and ignition sources
  • Ordering Configuration: Case of 200 pairs; select the required size
About the Manufacturer:

Ansell develops personal protective equipment for pharmaceutical manufacturing, biotechnology, healthcare, laboratory research, electronics, medical devices, and other industrial and controlled environments. Its BioClean™ product family includes sterile and non-sterile gloves, cleanroom garments, and specialized protective products.

BioClean Excell BEXS gloves are manufactured using a latex-free, chemical accelerator-free nitrile formulation. They undergo clean processing, including deionized washing, to help control surface particulates, ionic extractables, and nonvolatile residues. Gamma sterilization and multilayer sterile packaging support use in critical contamination-control operations.

SOSCleanroom supports customers with Ansell glove selection, sterile gowning requirements, manufacturer documentation, size selection, packaging configurations, and procurement assistance for critical environments.

BioClean Excell BEXS Features:
  • Sterile nitrile glove construction
  • Class 10 / ISO Class 4 cleanroom compatibility
  • Gamma sterilized to SAL 10-6
  • AQL 1.5 freedom-from-holes performance
  • Typical particle count below 1,200 particles/cm² at ≥0.5 µm
  • Natural rubber latex-free and chemical accelerator-free formulation
  • Powder-free construction
  • Antistatic properties identified by Ansell
  • Textured fingers and palm for secure grip
  • Chlorinated interior for controlled donning
  • Hand-specific design for improved fit and dexterity
  • Beaded cuff for stable gown-to-glove overlap
  • Approximately 300 mm glove length
  • Deionized cleanroom washing to reduce particulate and residue contribution
  • Individual sterile pair packaging
  • Multilayer packaging designed for controlled transfer
  • Published chemical and chemotherapy permeation documentation
  • Five-year manufacturer shelf life
  • Seven glove sizes
  • 200 pairs per case
BioClean Excell BEXS Benefits:
  • Sterile Presentation: Validated gamma sterilization and individually packaged pairs support approved aseptic gowning procedures.
  • Critical Cleanroom Compatibility: Designed for use in demanding Class 10 / ISO 4 environments.
  • Low Particle Contribution: Clean processing helps minimize particulate contamination transferred from the glove surface.
  • Reduced Natural Latex Allergy Exposure: Nitrile construction eliminates natural rubber latex proteins from the glove material.
  • Accelerator-Free Construction: Avoids added chemical accelerators commonly associated with certain glove-related Type IV sensitivities.
  • Improved Dexterity: Hand-specific shaping supports accurate manipulation of instruments, containers, components, and laboratory tools.
  • Controlled Grip: Textured fingers and palm provide tactile handling in appropriate wet and dry conditions.
  • Antistatic Performance: Manufacturer-identified antistatic properties support applicable electrostatic-control selection programs.
  • Gowning Compatibility: Approximately 12-inch length supports controlled glove and sleeve overlap.
  • Quality Documentation: Published particle, sterility, hole-quality, and physical-property information supports material qualification.
  • Chemical Selection Support: Manufacturer permeation data help facilities evaluate gloves against specified chemical and hazardous-drug exposures.
  • Controlled Procurement: Standard 200-pair cases support recurring sterile glove programs.
Common Applications:
  • Aseptic pharmaceutical manufacturing and processing
  • ISO Class 4 cleanroom operations
  • EU GMP Grade A/B manufacturing environments
  • Sterile filling and packaging operations
  • Biotechnology manufacturing and laboratory research
  • Medical device manufacturing and sterile assembly
  • Controlled handling of materials and components
  • Cleanroom sampling and inspection
  • Sterile processing and material preparation
  • Restricted-access barrier system (RABS) support procedures
  • Isolator material-transfer and support operations requiring separately donned sterile gloves
  • Precision handling in contamination-sensitive environments
  • Controlled chemical handling where documented glove compatibility is established
  • Hazardous-drug handling only where the specific permeation data and facility requirements support the selected application
Best-Practice Use:
  • Select the Correct Size: Choose a glove that provides secure fingertip control without excessive tension or loose material.
  • Check the Expiration Date: Confirm that the selected pair remains within the labeled shelf life.
  • Inspect Sterile Packaging: Verify that the pouch and protective packaging are intact before opening.
  • Follow Material Transfer Procedures: Remove outer packaging in the appropriate controlled area according to the facility's approved procedures.
  • Use Aseptic Donning: Avoid direct contact with the exterior glove surface during donning.
  • Maintain Sleeve Coverage: Ensure proper overlap between glove cuffs and cleanroom garment sleeves.
  • Inspect After Donning: Check for tearing, punctures, excessive stretching, or other defects.
  • Control Surface Contact: Avoid touching uncontrolled equipment, packaging, or surfaces during sterile operations.
  • Use Approved Glove Sanitization: Follow facility procedures for disinfectant selection, compatibility, application, and required contact time.
  • Replace Compromised Gloves: Change gloves whenever integrity or sterility may have been affected.
  • Follow Double-Gloving Requirements: Use an approved inner- and outer-glove configuration where required.
  • Review Chemical Exposure: Confirm that the glove provides appropriate protection for any chemicals or hazardous drugs involved.
  • Maintain Lot Traceability: Record product lot and expiration information where required by the quality system.
  • Dispose Properly: Discard used gloves according to applicable contamination-control and waste-handling requirements.
Sterile Packaging and Controlled Transfer:

BioClean Excell BEXS gloves are packaged in a multilayer configuration designed to support controlled introduction into sterile environments. Each pair is protected by an inner wrap and pouch, with additional outer bags and lined case packaging.

  • Inner Wrap: One glove pair per protective inner wrap.
  • Individual Pouch: One wrapped pair per pouch.
  • Outer Bag: Ten individually packaged pairs per outer bag.
  • Case: Twenty outer bags per lined carton, totaling 200 sterile pairs.
  • Receiving Area: Inspect shipping cartons and confirm the correct item, size, lot, and expiration information.
  • Outer Packaging Removal: Remove shipping materials and unnecessary outer layers at the facility-designated transfer stages.
  • Controlled Transfer: Use approved cleaning, disinfection, or transfer procedures for remaining package surfaces before entering more critical areas.
  • Aseptic Opening: Open the individual pouch using the approved technique without touching the sterile glove exterior.
  • Glove Presentation: Use the inner wrap to support controlled glove handling and prevent contact with nonqualified surfaces.
  • Package Integrity: Reject pairs with torn, opened, wet, or otherwise compromised sterile packaging.
  • Transfer Documentation: Follow facility procedures for product identification, lot traceability, material release, and gowning records.

Sterile Transfer Guidance: Multilayer packaging provides separate protective layers for material handling and controlled transfer. The packaging configuration should be integrated into the facility's approved gowning and contamination-control procedures. Sterility is maintained through proper package integrity, controlled opening, and aseptic handling at the point of use.

Sterility, AQL and Particle Control Explained:

BEXS gloves have published performance characteristics covering sterility, hole-quality classification, and particulate cleanliness. Each characteristic addresses a separate aspect of glove suitability for critical environments.

  • Sterility Assurance Level (SAL 10-6): Describes the probability-based assurance associated with the validated gamma sterilization process.
  • Gamma Irradiation: The manufacturer identifies a minimum sterilization dose of 25 kGy.
  • AQL 1.5: Represents a standardized freedom-from-holes quality classification and does not guarantee that every glove is free from defects.
  • Typical Particle Count: Below 1,200 particles/cm² for particles at least 0.5 µm in size under the stated manufacturer test method.
  • Particle Testing: The manufacturer references IEST-RP-CC005.4 for typical particulate testing.
  • Clean Processing: Deionized washing helps control particulates, ionic extractables, and nonvolatile residues.
  • Operational Cleanliness: Actual contamination control depends on sterile transfer, donning technique, glove sanitization, change frequency, and work practices.
  • Glove Integrity: Mechanical damage, punctures, and improper handling can compromise barrier performance after sterilization.

Cleanroom Performance Guidance: Sterility, glove integrity, and surface particle cleanliness are separate selection criteria. BEXS combines manufacturer-documented performance in these areas, but proper sterile gowning, material transfer, glove inspection, and change-out procedures remain essential to maintaining contamination control.

Chemical and Chemotherapy Permeation Selection:

BioClean Excell BEXS offers chemical-protection characteristics supported by manufacturer permeation documentation. Chemical resistance and chemotherapy-drug resistance must be evaluated using the specific substance, concentration, exposure duration, and conditions of the intended application.

  • Chemical Permeation: Review manufacturer testing for the actual chemical or formulation being handled.
  • Chemotherapy Permeation: Use the BEXS chemotherapy-permeation report to identify tested drugs, concentrations, and reported breakthrough behavior.
  • Drug-Specific Selection: Performance against one chemotherapy drug does not establish equivalent resistance to other drugs or mixtures.
  • Concentration: Confirm that the documented test concentration is appropriate for the intended hazardous-drug formulation.
  • Breakthrough Time: Laboratory permeation results describe performance under defined test conditions and are not automatic safe-wear durations.
  • Exposure Duration: Evaluate the expected contact time, task duration, and glove replacement frequency.
  • Temperature: Higher temperatures may change permeation behavior and material performance.
  • Physical Contact: Immersion, splash, repeated contact, and intermittent contamination represent different exposure conditions.
  • Material Degradation: Inspect for swelling, discoloration, loss of elasticity, tackiness, or other chemical damage.
  • Double-Gloving: Use the facility-required configuration for hazardous-drug handling or aseptic work, including appropriate outer-glove replacement intervals.
  • USP <800> Programs: Where applicable, ensure the selected gloves meet the specific hazardous-drug handling requirements and documented chemotherapy-testing criteria.
  • Glove Replacement: Follow the facility's glove-change procedures and replace gloves immediately after damage or contamination requiring removal.

Chemotherapy Protection Guidance: BEXS chemotherapy-permeation information should be interpreted for each tested drug and concentration. No single permeation result establishes universal protection against every hazardous drug. Select gloves using the manufacturer's applicable test documentation, required protection standards, the facility's hazardous-drug list, and approved glove-change procedures.

Antistatic and ESD Considerations:

Ansell identifies BioClean Excell BEXS as antistatic. This makes electrostatic behavior an additional factor in the glove's application profile, particularly for environments that combine contamination control with sensitive equipment or electronic components.

  • Manufacturer Antistatic Classification: Yes
  • Material: Nitrile formulation with manufacturer-identified antistatic characteristics
  • ESD Workstations: Follow the facility's grounding, material-selection, and personnel-control requirements.
  • Glove Qualification: Confirm that the specific glove meets the required electrical resistance or charge-control criteria for the application.
  • Handling Conditions: Moisture, surface contamination, glove fit, and contact materials can influence electrostatic performance.
  • Personnel Grounding: Antistatic gloves do not replace approved wrist straps, footwear, flooring, or workstation grounding systems.
  • Static-Sensitive Equipment: Apply the full ESD program where required by component sensitivity and facility procedures.

ESD Selection Guidance: BioClean Excell BEXS is manufacturer-designated as antistatic. For applications with defined ESD performance requirements, confirm the required electrical characteristics and evaluate the glove within the complete grounding and handling system.

Latex-Free and Accelerator-Free Material Selection:

BEXS gloves are made from nitrile without natural rubber latex or added chemical accelerators. This construction can be beneficial for facilities seeking to reduce exposure to natural latex proteins and selected accelerator-related sensitizers.

  • Natural Latex-Free: Contains no natural rubber latex proteins.
  • Accelerator-Free: Manufactured without added chemical vulcanization accelerators associated with certain contact sensitivities.
  • Powder-Free: Eliminates glove powder as a potential particulate source.
  • Operator Comfort: Hand-specific shaping and the chlorinated interior support controlled donning and precise work.
  • Allergy Management: Nitrile and accelerator-free construction can reduce exposure to selected allergens but do not eliminate every possible skin sensitivity.
  • Process Compatibility: Review formulation and material suitability for the facility's products, chemicals, and surfaces.
Size Selection and Manufacturer Ordering Codes:

BioClean Excell BEXS is available in seven sizes. Select the appropriate size to support controlled handling, finger dexterity, and secure fit during aseptic operations.

  • Size 6: BEXS-60
  • Size 6.5: BEXS-65
  • Size 7: BEXS-70
  • Size 7.5: BEXS-75
  • Size 8: BEXS-80
  • Size 8.5: BEXS-85
  • Size 9: BEXS-90

Fit Guidance: Oversized gloves may reduce fingertip control and increase unwanted material movement. Undersized gloves may restrict movement or place additional stress on the glove material. Evaluate fit while performing the actual task and when wearing any required inner glove.

Packaging and Storage Recommendations:
  • Inner Wrap: 1 pair
  • Individual Pouch: 1 wrapped pair
  • Outer Bag: 10 individually packaged pairs
  • Case: 20 outer bags per lined carton
  • Total Case Quantity: 200 pairs
  • Shelf Life: 5 years from date of manufacture
  • Lot-Specific Expiration: Follow the expiration information on the supplied product packaging
  • Storage Conditions: Cool, dry environment
  • Sunlight Protection: Keep away from direct sunlight
  • Ozone Protection: Avoid storage near ozone-producing equipment or sources
  • Ignition Sources: Store away from ignition sources according to manufacturer guidance
  • Package Integrity: Inspect pouches and protective bags before use
  • Controlled Transfer: Follow facility procedures for removing outer packaging and introducing sterile supplies into cleanroom areas
  • Lot Traceability: Record manufacturer lot and expiration information where required
  • Stock Rotation: Use approved first-expiring-first-out procedures
  • Opened Packaging: Maintain sterile handling discipline and discard compromised pairs
  • Disposal: Follow facility requirements for used gloves and any associated chemical or hazardous-drug contamination
Manufacturer Technical Documents:

Ansell BioClean Excell BEXS U.S. Product Data Sheet: Click Here

BioClean Excell BEXS Product Data Sheet (SOSCleanroom PDF): Click Here

Ansell BioClean Sterile Cleanroom Gloves and Manufacturer Resources: Click Here

SOSCleanroom BioClean Excell BEXS Product Information: Click Here

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Notes: Need assistance selecting sterile nitrile gloves for ISO 4 cleanrooms, comparing BioClean Excell BEXS with BioClean Emerald BENS, or reviewing chemical and chemotherapy permeation requirements? Open the SOSCleanroom Technical Vault tab above for additional information about aseptic gowning, sterile packaging transfer, glove integrity, antistatic properties, and chemical-protection selection.

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Product description updated: October 19, 2026 (SOS Technical Staff)

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Class 10 / ISO 4 Sterile Nitrile SAL 10-6 AQL 1.5 Antistatic Chemotherapy Drug Tested 200 Pairs / Case

Ansell BioClean™ Excell BEXS: sterile nitrile hand protection for critical cleanroom and aseptic operations

Ansell BioClean™ Excell BEXS Sterile Nitrile Cleanroom Gloves are powder-free, natural-rubber-latex-free, chemical-accelerator-free gloves designed for contamination-sensitive manufacturing, aseptic processing, and other critical operations requiring sterile hand protection.

The gloves combine a hand-specific nitrile construction, textured palm and fingers, chlorinated interior, and beaded cuff. They are cleanroom processed and gamma-irradiation sterilized to a published Sterility Assurance Level (SAL) of 10-6.

BioClean™ Excell BEXS is intended for Class 10 / ISO Class 4 controlled environments, with manufacturer positioning for sterile processing, pharmaceutical manufacturing, biotechnology, medical device production, and critical laboratory operations.

Operations takeaway: BEXS combines sterile nitrile construction, cleanroom processing, antistatic properties, and documented chemotherapy-drug permeation testing. The correct application depends on sterile-transfer discipline, chemical-specific breakthrough data, glove fit, packaging integrity, and the facility's approved contamination-control and PPE procedures.


ISO-first context: sterile gloves in contamination control programs

ISO 14644-5:2025 addresses cleanroom operations through a documented Operations Control Programme (OCP) covering personnel, material transfer, equipment, cleaning, maintenance, and contamination control.

In critical environments, gloves form a direct contact barrier between personnel and cleaned surfaces, products, tools, and equipment. Their cleanliness, sterility, packaging, fit, handling, and chemical compatibility influence the effectiveness of the overall contamination-control program.

BioClean™ Excell BEXS is designated for Class 10 / ISO Class 4 cleanroom applications. Suitability for an individual aseptic process must also consider the facility's gowning practices, required sterile barriers, disinfectant compatibility, and applicable regulatory expectations.

Control point: ISO cleanroom suitability and sterile packaging do not independently establish that every task performed with the gloves is aseptic. Proper transfer, donning, gown integration, disinfection, monitoring, and change-out procedures remain necessary.


Specifications (SKU controls for RFQs, SOPs, and receiving)
  • Product: Ansell BioClean™ Excell Sterile Disposable Nitrile Cleanroom Gloves
  • Manufacturer: Ansell
  • Product model: BEXS
  • Material: Nitrile
  • Natural rubber latex: Not present
  • Chemical accelerators: Accelerator-free formulation
  • Powder: Powder-free
  • Color: White
  • Shape: Hand-specific
  • External surface: Textured fingers and palm
  • Internal surface: Chlorinated
  • Cuff: Beaded
  • Typical glove length: 300 mm / 12 inches
  • Cleanroom classification: Class 10 / ISO Class 4
  • Sterility: Sterile
  • Sterilization method: Gamma irradiation
  • Published sterilization dose: 25 kGy
  • Sterility Assurance Level: 10-6
  • Freedom from holes: AQL 1.5
  • Hole-test method: EN 374-2
  • Typical particle count: Less than 1,200 counts/cm2 at ≥0.5 µm
  • Particle-testing reference: IEST-RP-CC005.4
  • Antistatic: Yes, as identified by Ansell
  • Tested for chemotherapy drugs: Yes, with drug-specific permeation results
  • Published chemical protection: EN ISO 374-1 Type B; performance code KPT
  • Available sizes: 6, 6.5, 7, 7.5, 8, 8.5, and 9
  • Packaging: Individually wrapped sterile pairs
  • Case quantity: 200 pairs
  • Published shelf life: Five years from manufacture when appropriately stored
  • Unit of measure: Case of 200 pairs

Ordering control: BEXS is supplied in seven hand-specific sizes. Each size has a separate manufacturer reorder code. The standard configuration is 200 individually wrapped sterile pairs per case. Verify the selected glove size, reorder code, lot, and labeled expiration date during receiving.


Available sizes and manufacturer reorder codes
  • Size 6: BEXS-60 — typical palm width 79 mm
  • Size 6.5: BEXS-65 — typical palm width 84 mm
  • Size 7: BEXS-70 — typical palm width 89 mm
  • Size 7.5: BEXS-75 — typical palm width 95 mm
  • Size 8: BEXS-80 — typical palm width 101 mm
  • Size 8.5: BEXS-85 — typical palm width 108 mm
  • Size 9: BEXS-90 — typical palm width 115 mm

Fit selection: Correct glove sizing helps maintain fingertip control, cuff positioning, dexterity, and proper gown integration. Use the current Ansell sizing instructions and an appropriate fit evaluation rather than selecting only by the nominal palm-width measurement.


Accelerator-free nitrile: material and handling characteristics
  • Nitrile construction: Provides a synthetic alternative to natural rubber latex.
  • Accelerator-free formulation: Avoids intentionally added chemical accelerators commonly associated with certain glove-related contact sensitivities.
  • Powder-free: Eliminates added glove powder as a contamination source.
  • Hand-specific design: Supports anatomical fit and precise handling.
  • Textured palm and fingers: Improves handling grip in compatible operations.
  • Chlorinated interior: Supports controlled donning without powder.
  • Beaded cuff: Helps maintain cuff shape during donning and use.
  • Clean processing: Deionized washing is used to reduce surface particles, ionic extractables, and nonvolatile residues.

Allergy consideration: BEXS contains no natural rubber latex and is chemical accelerator-free, reducing exposure to those specific sensitizing materials. However, no disposable glove is guaranteed to prevent every type of skin irritation or allergic response. Follow the facility's glove-sensitivity and occupational-health procedures.


Sterility assurance and gamma-irradiation processing

BioClean™ Excell BEXS is gamma-irradiation sterilized and supplied in sealed packaging designed for controlled introduction into sterile work areas.

  • Sterilization method: Gamma irradiation.
  • Published irradiation dose: 25 kGy.
  • Sterility assurance: SAL 10-6.
  • Individually wrapped pairs: Supports controlled presentation during gowning.
  • Sealed packaging: Protects the gloves until appropriate opening.
  • Package inspection: Check for compromised seals, tears, punctures, or other damage.
  • Expiration control: Verify the actual expiration date and lot on the supplied packaging.
  • Aseptic opening: Use an approved technique that protects the glove contact surfaces.
  • During use: Replace gloves if sterility or physical integrity becomes compromised.

Sterility distinction: SAL 10-6 relates to the validated sterilization process. Sterile supply does not prevent contamination caused by incorrect packaging transfer, donning, contact with nonqualified surfaces, or a breach in glove integrity.


AQL 1.5: understanding glove barrier integrity

BEXS has a manufacturer-published AQL of 1.5 for freedom from holes, determined using the applicable glove inspection method.

  • Published AQL: 1.5.
  • Test reference: EN 374-2.
  • Purpose: Provides a standardized statistical acceptance criterion for freedom from holes.
  • Individual glove condition: Each pair still requires appropriate inspection before use.
  • In-use changes: Stretching, chemical exposure, sharp objects, and repeated handling can affect integrity.
  • Replacement: Remove and replace gloves that become damaged or unsuitable.

AQL interpretation: AQL 1.5 is not a guarantee that every glove is free of microscopic defects, nor is it a direct probability of failure for an individual glove. It is a statistical quality criterion used with an established inspection method.


Particle cleanliness, ionic contamination, and residue control

Ansell clean-processes BEXS gloves to reduce particulate contamination, ionic extractables, and nonvolatile residues. The published data can support evaluation for contamination-sensitive manufacturing.

  • Typical particle count: Less than 1,200 particles/cm2 at ≥0.5 µm.
  • Test-method reference: IEST-RP-CC005.4.
  • Typical chloride: Less than 0.35 µg/cm2.
  • Typical nitrate: Less than 0.25 µg/cm2.
  • Typical sulphate: Less than 0.05 µg/cm2.
  • Typical sodium: Less than 0.05 µg/cm2.
  • Typical potassium: Less than 0.10 µg/cm2.
  • Typical calcium: Less than 0.55 µg/cm2.
  • Nonvolatile residues: Product selection should consider applicable extractables and process-specific acceptance criteria.
  • Quality qualification: Obtain applicable current technical documentation where specific cleanliness limits are required.

Testing distinction: Manufacturer-typical cleanliness values describe results under specified test conditions. They are not automatically guaranteed maximum limits for every production lot. Facilities with quantified particle, ionic, or residue requirements should establish their own approved acceptance criteria.


Antistatic properties and ESD-control considerations

Ansell identifies BioClean™ Excell BEXS as antistatic. This attribute can be relevant where contamination control and electrostatic behavior both influence product selection.

  • Manufacturer designation: Antistatic — Yes.
  • Application: Suitable for evaluation in controlled environments where electrostatic behavior is important.
  • Electrical testing: Verify the applicable resistance, charge-decay, or other criteria when specified by the ESD program.
  • Glove and garment system: Evaluate the complete personnel-grounding arrangement.
  • Contact continuity: Do not assume the glove automatically creates a path to earth ground.
  • Workstation controls: Maintain approved grounding, work surfaces, tools, and personnel procedures.
  • Process qualification: Confirm compatibility with the specific electronics or semiconductor handling procedure.

ESD distinction: Antistatic status is a useful product characteristic but does not independently establish full compliance with ANSI/ESD S20.20 or IEC 61340. Verify the complete grounding system and any required glove-specific electrical properties before use in a qualified ESD program.


Chemical protection: EN ISO 374-1 Type B

BEXS carries published EN ISO 374-1 Type B chemical-protection information, with the manufacturer performance code KPT. Chemical resistance must be evaluated against the specific substances and exposure conditions involved.

  • Type B classification: Indicates chemical permeation performance meeting the applicable standard's requirements for at least three specified test chemicals.
  • Manufacturer code: KPT.
  • Chemical-specific evaluation: Confirm that the actual chemical is included in suitable supporting test data.
  • Concentration: Different concentrations can produce different permeation results.
  • Contact duration: Laboratory breakthrough time must be evaluated against expected exposure time.
  • Temperature: Actual handling temperatures may affect permeation and degradation behavior.
  • Mixtures: Chemical mixtures may behave differently from individually tested substances.
  • Mechanical condition: Stretching, tears, and abrasion can compromise protection.

Chemical selection: EN ISO 374 Type B classification does not mean the glove is resistant to every chemical. Use Ansell's applicable permeation and degradation data with the actual concentration, duration, temperature, and task hazard assessment.


Chemotherapy-drug permeation: drug-specific protection and limits

Ansell identifies BioClean™ Excell BEXS as tested for use with chemotherapy drugs. The manufacturer publishes drug-specific breakthrough results according to ASTM D6978, allowing facilities to evaluate protection for the actual drugs involved in an operation.

  • Test method: ASTM D6978.
  • Carmustine, 3.3 mg/mL: Published breakthrough time of 128.6 minutes.
  • Cyclophosphamide, 20 mg/mL: Published breakthrough time greater than 240 minutes.
  • Fluorouracil, 50 mg/mL: Published breakthrough time greater than 240 minutes.
  • Doxorubicin HCl, 2 mg/mL: Published breakthrough time greater than 240 minutes.
  • Paclitaxel, 6 mg/mL: Published breakthrough time greater than 240 minutes.
  • Thiotepa, 10 mg/mL: Published breakthrough time greater than 240 minutes.
  • Additional tested drugs: Consult Ansell's complete chemotherapy permeation report for the full list and corresponding concentrations.
  • Breakthrough interpretation: Results are specific to the tested drug, concentration, laboratory method, and test conditions.
  • Actual use: Consider handling duration, contamination, glove condition, and the facility's required change intervals.

Critical chemotherapy distinction: The fact that BEXS has been tested with chemotherapy drugs does not mean it provides unlimited or identical protection against every drug. The published 128.6-minute carmustine result illustrates why the specific medication and concentration must be reviewed before selecting a glove.

Hazardous-drug handling: For chemotherapy preparation or USP <800> applications, follow the facility's hazardous-drug PPE program and applicable standards. Verify the drug-specific permeation data, required glove layering, sterile requirements, and scheduled replacement intervals. Laboratory breakthrough time should not be treated as an automatic safe-wear duration.


Sterile transfer: packaging hierarchy and material introduction

BioClean™ Excell BEXS uses multiple packaging layers to support controlled introduction and aseptic glove presentation in critical manufacturing environments.

  • Individual pair: One left/right glove pair per inner wrap.
  • Sealed pouch: One inner wrap per pouch.
  • Outer bag: Ten sealed pouches per outer bag.
  • Case: Twenty outer bags per lined carton.
  • Total: 200 sterile pairs per case.
  • Outer shipping materials: Remove at the appropriate controlled transfer stage.
  • Intermediate packaging: Follow the approved material-entry procedure before entering cleaner areas.
  • Sterile pouch inspection: Verify packaging integrity and expiration before opening.
  • Aseptic presentation: Open and present gloves without allowing contact between critical glove surfaces and unqualified packaging.
  • Compromised packages: Do not use gloves with a damaged sterile barrier.

Transfer control: Multi-layer packaging helps support staged transfer but does not independently establish an aseptic process. The facility must specify packaging removal, transfer disinfection where required, sterile opening, and gowning procedures appropriate to each area.


Best-practice donning, disinfection, and glove replacement
  1. Verify the approved model: Confirm BEXS and the required size for the task.
  2. Check chemical suitability: Review the relevant chemical or chemotherapy-drug permeation information where applicable.
  3. Inspect sterile packaging: Check product identification, lot, expiration, seals, and package condition.
  4. Prepare the gowning area: Follow the facility's hygiene, garment, and hand-preparation procedures.
  5. Transfer packaging correctly: Remove and process layers according to the approved room-to-room transfer procedure.
  6. Open using aseptic technique: Protect glove surfaces from contact with nonqualified materials.
  7. Don the correct size: Ensure the gloves seat properly without excessive stretching or loose fingertips.
  8. Position the cuff: Maintain the required overlap with cleanroom garments or inner gloves.
  9. Inspect after donning: Look for punctures, damage, misalignment, and poor fit.
  10. Apply approved glove disinfection: Follow the facility procedure using chemistry compatible with nitrile.
  11. Control exposure time: Observe the required disinfectant wet contact time and any drying requirements.
  12. Change gloves as required: Follow scheduled changes, contamination-event triggers, chemical-exposure limits, and process requirements.
  13. Remove gloves correctly: Avoid transferring contamination to skin, garments, or clean surfaces.
  14. Dispose appropriately: Use the designated waste stream based on the substances handled.

Method standardization tip: Define the required glove model, size, packaging-transfer method, gown overlap, glove-disinfection chemistry, change intervals, and chemical-exposure limitations in the facility SOP.


Glove fit, dexterity, and handling consistency
  • Hand-specific construction: Supports natural finger positioning during precision tasks.
  • Textured palm and fingers: Helps maintain grip on compatible tools and components.
  • Correct size: Limits excessive stretching, loose fingertip material, and reduced handling control.
  • Cuff positioning: Helps maintain coverage at the gown and glove interface.
  • Double-gloving: Where required, confirm compatibility and fit of the complete glove system.
  • Dexterity assessment: Evaluate representative operations using actual equipment and materials.
  • Fatigue considerations: Confirm appropriate fit for the expected task duration.
  • Replacement: Change gloves when fit, grip, barrier condition, or cleanliness is compromised.

Fit control: A glove's published size and physical dimensions are only starting points. Qualification should include actual fit and operator performance during the intended task, particularly where small components and aseptic handling are involved.


Five-year shelf life, storage, and lot-specific receiving controls

Ansell publishes a five-year shelf life for BEXS when stored appropriately. The usable period for an individual shipment must be determined from the actual manufacture and expiration information associated with the supplied product.

  • Published shelf life: Five years from the date of manufacture.
  • Lot control: Retain the manufacturer's production-lot information.
  • Expiration: Verify the labeled expiry date on the supplied packaging.
  • Original packaging: Keep gloves protected until the approved point of use.
  • Dry storage: Store in a dry environment.
  • Sunlight: Protect from direct sunlight.
  • Ozone exposure: Keep away from ozone-generating sources.
  • Packaging integrity: Inspect for damaged seals or compromised protective layers.
  • Inventory rotation: Apply the facility's approved first-expiring-first-out controls.
  • Size-specific verification: Confirm the correct reorder code and actual expiration for the selected size.
  • Receiving documentation: Retain applicable quality, sterility, and lot information as required by the facility.

Shelf-life control: The five-year manufacturer shelf life is not a promise of five years remaining at delivery. Check the actual size, lot, manufacture date, and labeled expiration when accepting the product for a controlled process.


What BEXS is designed to do (typical use cases)
  • Sterile pharmaceutical manufacturing
  • Aseptic filling and processing operations
  • Biotechnology manufacturing and laboratory work
  • Medical device manufacturing and sterile handling
  • Critical cleanroom material transfer
  • Controlled preparation and handling of compatible chemicals
  • Hazardous-drug procedures where drug-specific glove qualification supports selection
  • Sample preparation and processing
  • Sterile equipment setup and approved maintenance
  • Precision manipulation of cleanroom components
  • Handling in Class 10 / ISO Class 4 environments
  • Controlled operations requiring a synthetic, accelerator-free glove material

Application selection: BEXS may meet several requirements at once, but no single designation covers every exposure. Confirm sterility, particle cleanliness, chemical permeation, chemotherapy-drug data, antistatic behavior, fit, and process compatibility for the exact operation.


Misuse controls & when not to use BEXS
  • If packaging is damaged: Do not use a pair with a compromised sterile barrier.
  • If the glove is expired: Do not release it for controlled use without an approved quality disposition.
  • If the chemical is unqualified: Obtain appropriate permeation and degradation data before use.
  • If the chemotherapy drug is not covered by available testing: Do not assume protection based on results for unrelated medications.
  • If repeated exposure is expected: Establish replacement intervals based on the applicable chemical and task rather than using laboratory breakthrough time as the wear limit.
  • If physical damage occurs: Replace gloves after punctures, tears, excessive stretching, or other barrier compromise.
  • If cut or heat hazards are present: Do not substitute disposable nitrile gloves for properly rated mechanical or thermal protective equipment.
  • If specific ESD performance is required: Verify electrical test data and the grounding system beyond the antistatic designation.
  • If sterile handling is compromised: Replace gloves according to the facility's contamination-control procedure.
  • If glove reuse is proposed: Do not assume that disposable sterile gloves can be washed, resterilized, or reused without an approved validated process.

BEXS versus other sterile cleanroom glove options

Selecting sterile gloves requires comparison of material, cleanroom suitability, chemical performance, allergy considerations, packaging, and application-specific protection.

  • BioClean™ Excell BEXS: White sterile nitrile, accelerator-free, antistatic, chemotherapy-drug tested, and intended for ISO Class 4 applications.
  • BioClean™ Emerald BENS: Green sterile nitrile alternative with its own manufacturer chemical and chemotherapy-drug testing profile.
  • BioClean™ Advance BASL: Sterile natural rubber latex glove with different allergy and chemical-protection considerations.
  • Sterile neoprene options: Non-latex alternative for processes requiring a different chemical compatibility profile.
  • Glove selection: Evaluate specific task requirements rather than substituting solely on the basis of cleanroom classification or glove color.

Selection principle: A sterile Class 10 / ISO 4 glove is not automatically interchangeable with another sterile Class 10 / ISO 4 glove. Changes in material, chemotherapy-drug testing, electrical properties, physical dimensions, and packaging can affect the approved process.


Recommended compatible cleanroom consumables

System compatibility: Gloves, cleanroom garments, cleaning chemistry, and wiping materials should be selected together. Verify the sterility, cleanliness, chemical compatibility, and transfer requirements of every component used in a critical operation.


Why buy Ansell BioClean™ Excell BEXS from SOSCleanroom
  • Exact product identification: SOSCleanroom supports purchasing the correct BEXS reorder code, size, and 200-pair case configuration.
  • Cleanroom-focused procurement: Coordinate sterile glove requirements with compatible cleaning and contamination-control consumables.
  • Technical resources: Available Ansell product data helps customers review glove materials, sterility assurance, particle characteristics, and chemical-protection information.
  • Repeat-order consistency: Standardized purchasing by exact part number helps reduce unintended material or size substitutions.
  • Customer support: Contact SOSCleanroom for current availability, product information, documentation, and order planning.

Manufacturer documentation (authoritative references)
  • SOSCleanroom BioClean™ Excell BEXS product page: Click Here
  • Ansell BioClean™ Excell BEXS manufacturer product information: Click Here
  • Ansell BioClean™ Excell BEXS Product Data Sheet: Click Here
  • Ansell BioClean™ Excell BEXS current manufacturer Technical Data Sheet: Click Here
  • Ansell BEXS Chemotherapy Permeation Report — ASTM D6978: Click Here
  • Ansell BEXS Instructions for Use, chemical-permeation resources, and conformity documents: Click Here
  • ISO 14644-5:2025 Cleanroom Operations Standard: Click Here
  • EU GMP Annex 1: Manufacture of Sterile Medicinal Products: Click Here

Technical documentation: For formal product qualification, review the current Ansell Product Data Sheet, Instructions for Use, chemical and chemotherapy-drug permeation results, applicable conformity documentation, and the actual size- and lot-specific product labeling. Drug-specific laboratory test results and published cleanliness values should be interpreted within their stated methods and conditions.


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