The Technical Vault
By SOSCleanroom
ANSI Cut A2
EN 388 4342B
ANSI Abrasion 5
ANSI Puncture 3
13-Gauge PU Palm
Thin-Palm Dexterity
Ansell HyFlex 11-644: cut protection, thin-palm dexterity, and polyurethane grip for industrial handling
The Ansell HyFlex® 11-644 combines
INTERCEPT™ Cut Resistance Technology,
a polyurethane palm coating, and a 13-gauge knitted liner.
Its design balances cut resistance, abrasion performance,
general mechanical puncture resistance, ergonomic fit,
and tactile handling.
This Technical Vault covers the supplied product's construction,
materials, mechanical ratings, sizing, grip and dexterity,
Ansell Earth profile, application guidance, inspection,
storage, and use limitations. Manufacturer data and comparison
claims are identified separately from practical selection guidance.
Vault summary:
ANSI A2 / EN ISO B cut resistance, ANSI abrasion level 5,
ANSI puncture level 3, EN 388 4342B, a 13-gauge liner,
grey polyurethane palm coating, sizes 5–12, and
144 pairs per carton. The 20% thinner-palm statement is
a qualified manufacturer comparison, not an absolute
thickness specification.
Core product data
- Manufacturer: Ansell
- Brand / product family: HyFlex®
- Model: 11-644
- Product type: A2 / EN ISO B cut-resistant industrial glove with a thin-palm design
- Primary protection profile: Cut resistance, abrasion resistance, general mechanical puncture resistance, grip, dexterity, and ergonomic fit
- Featured technology: INTERCEPT™ Cut Resistance Technology
- Primary industries: Automotive, machinery, and equipment
- Manufacturer-recommended applications: Press shop operations; handling metal sheets and panels; handling parts with sharp or rough edges; inspection, picking, checking, and marking; glass, sheet, and panel cutting workflows
Construction and materials
- Construction: Knitted
- Gauge: 13
- Liner materials: Nylon, HPPE, and spandex, as listed in Ansell's international specifications
- Liner color: White and grey
- Coating material: Polyurethane (PU)
- Coating coverage: Palm coated
- Coating color: Grey
- Cuff: Knitwrist
- Antistatic: No
- Silicone-free designation: No
- Listed washing temperature: 40°C / 104°F
Material terminology:
Ansell's international listing identifies nylon, HPPE, and spandex.
Its current U.S. data sheet describes the liner as nylon,
INTERCEPT™ Cut Resistance Technology, and spandex.
INTERCEPT™ is the featured technology designation;
neither description provides quantitative fiber percentages.
Dimensions, sizing, and packaging
- Length: 207–277 mm; manufacturer-listed imperial range 8.14–10.90 inches
- Available numeric sizes: 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, 12
- Manufacturer packaging: 12 pairs per bag; 12 bags per carton
- Total carton quantity: 144 pairs
- SOSCleanroom order configuration: Case of 144 pairs with a required numeric size selection
Purchasing and receiving:
Order by model 11-644 and numeric size. Confirm the size,
carton quantity, package condition, and product markings on
receipt. Generic letter-size conversions should not override
the manufacturer model's numeric sizing or a practical fit check.
Ansell glove sizing guide
Use the Ansell hand-placement chart below as a general fitting
reference. The chart must be printed at its intended scale before
it is used for hand placement; a resized screen image is not a
measuring template.
Open the printable Ansell glove sizing chart
- Print the PDF at 100% scale without automatic page fitting or resizing.
- Place the right hand palm down with the fingers together, using the hand outline and blue alignment line as shown.
- Match the outside edge of the hand to the colored size reference.
- Confirm the result by checking finger movement, palm fit, cuff security, and grip in the actual 11-644 glove.
| 11-644 numeric size |
Reference printed on the Ansell chart |
| 5 | Not shown; confirm fit with Ansell or a sample glove |
| 6 | 15.2 cm |
| 7 | 17.8 cm |
| 8 | 20.3 cm |
| 9 | 22.9 cm |
| 10 | 25.4 cm |
| 11 | 27.9 cm |
| 12 | 30.5 cm |
Fit note:
The manufacturer chart covers sizes 6–12, while
HyFlex 11-644 is listed in sizes 5–12. The chart does not
provide a size-5 reference. Its printed centimeter references
are not measurements of the displayed image or finished
glove dimensions. A properly fitted glove should remain
secure without restricting movement.
Performance standards and compliance
| Standard or designation |
Published classification |
| ANSI/ISEA 105-2024 abrasion resistance | Level 5 |
| ANSI/ISEA 105-2024 puncture resistance | Level 3 |
| ANSI/ISEA 105-2024 cut resistance | A2 |
| EN 388:2016+A1:2018 | 4342B |
| EN ISO 13997 cut classification | B |
| General protective glove requirements | EN ISO 21420:2020 |
| CE PPE category | Category II |
| REACH | Compliant, as listed by Ansell |
Declaration scope:
The manufacturer EU Declaration of Conformity reviewed for
products manufactured from March 18, 2022 identifies
EN 388:2016+A1:2018 and EN ISO 21420:2020. The document also
contains earlier manufacturing-period declarations.
Match the applicable declaration to the supplied product;
do not transfer a standards revision from another HyFlex model.
EN 388 code breakdown: 4342B
The EN 388 marking separates abrasion, circular-blade cut,
tear, mechanical puncture, and ISO 13997 cut performance.
The second digit is not an ANSI cut rating, and the final
letter B identifies a separate cut classification.
| Position |
Rating |
Performance area |
| First digit | 4 | Abrasion resistance |
| Second digit | 3 | Circular-blade cut resistance |
| Third digit | 4 | Tear resistance |
| Fourth digit | 2 | Mechanical puncture resistance |
| Letter | B | ISO 13997 cut resistance |
Test-scope reminder:
Ansell's instructions explain that EN 388 mechanical performance
is based on palm testing. Do not assume the same protection
at the back of the hand or cuff where construction differs.
The 4342B marking does not include an impact-protection P.
ANSI rating interpretation
| ANSI rating |
Practical interpretation |
| Cut A2 |
Cut-resistant performance for qualifying handling tasks. Suitability depends on the actual edge, contact force, and movement, not the task name alone. |
| Abrasion 5 |
High standardized abrasion performance. It does not guarantee a fixed service life or retention of protection after wear. |
| Puncture 3 |
General mechanical puncture resistance. It does not establish hypodermic-needle or ultra-fine sharp protection. |
Selection principle:
Treat cut, abrasion, puncture, and grip as separate requirements.
A favorable result in one category does not establish protection
against a different hazard.
Material, grip, and dexterity performance profile
| Component |
Technical role |
Handling consideration |
| INTERCEPT™ technology |
Engineered cut-resistant yarn construction |
ANSI A2 / EN ISO B cut protection with flexible handling |
| Polyurethane palm coating |
Grip and abrasion-contact layer |
Dry and light oil handling; not a chemical or liquid barrier |
| 20% thinner palm in Ansell testing |
Reduced palm bulk versus the tested competitive comparison group |
Supports flexibility and freedom of movement; comparison conditions apply |
| 13-gauge liner |
Knitted structure supporting fit and protective yarn placement |
Balances protection, comfort, and handling precision |
| Grey palm |
Dirt-masking contact color |
Can hide visible soil; cannot be used to judge cleanliness or remaining protection |
Thin-palm comparison:
Ansell attributes the 20% result to standardized laboratory
comparisons conducted in December 2025 against similar
competitive gloves. The reviewed product documents do not
identify an absolute palm thickness or every product in
the comparison group.
Grip-source distinction:
Dry/light oil handling and grey-palm soil masking are included
in the supplied SOSCleanroom copy and in legacy Ansell product
literature. These statements do not establish a current
quantified oil-grip test result, oil repellency, or chemical
breakthrough protection. Confirm handling control on the
actual workpiece.
Ansell Earth profile
Ansell publishes the following manufacturing and packaging
attributes for HyFlex 11-644. They describe the manufacturer's
environmental profile, not additional glove hazard protection
or cleanroom cleanliness performance.
- Manufactured in a facility identified as Intertek-certified for diverting more than 99% of waste from landfill
- Manufactured in a facility with an environmental management system identified as certified to ISO 14001:2015 by BSI
- Packaging identified as plastic-free
- Packaging identified as recyclable
- Shipper case identified as containing at least 80% recycled material
- Primary packaging redesigned to use 70% less plastic, on average, versus the previous packaging
- Paperband made from responsibly sourced raw material
- Shipper case sizes optimized for shipping efficiency
The sustainability factsheet explains the 70% comparison in terms
of replacing the previous U-shaped paper insert and polybag with
a paperband. These are manufacturer-reported packaging attributes.
Confirm the packaging revision supplied when it is part of a
purchasing or environmental reporting requirement.
View the HyFlex 11-644 Product Sustainability Factsheet
Scope note:
Facility waste-diversion claims are not claims that every
glove is recyclable in every local waste stream. Packaging
descriptions and pack counts do not establish the packaging
revision of every carton already in inventory.
Suitable for
- Press shop material handling
- Handling metal sheets and panels
- Handling parts with sharp or rough edges
- Inspection, picking, checking, and marking
- Handling glass, sheets, and panels during approved cutting workflows
- Automotive production and qualifying maintenance activities
- Machinery and equipment work
- Dry and light oil handling after confirming actual grip and contamination conditions
- Precision handling where reduced palm bulk is preferred and the documented cut rating is sufficient
Application boundary:
References to press shops and cutting processes concern
suitable material-handling tasks. They do not approve
glove contact with moving blades, unguarded tooling,
or equipment presenting an entanglement risk.
Not recommended for
- Chemical immersion or tasks requiring validated chemical breakthrough protection
- Liquidproof barrier protection
- High heat, open flame, molten-metal splash, or other thermal-protection tasks
- Moving blade hazards, powered cutting tools, or machinery presenting entanglement risks
- Needle, hypodermic, or ultra-fine puncture hazards
- Electrical insulation or antistatic-controlled applications requiring validated antistatic PPE
- Cut hazards requiring a higher ANSI or ISO cut classification
- Heavy oil saturation requiring specifically qualified oil-repellent or liquid-repellent glove construction
- Silicone-sensitive painting, coating, bonding, or contamination-control processes without site approval
- Sterile workflows or controlled environments requiring documented sterile or cleanroom-specific gloves
Inspection before use
- Inspect the polyurethane coating for cuts, punctures, cracking, peeling, worn-through areas, or reduced grip.
- Check fingertips, the thumb crotch, palm, and other contact zones for coating separation or abrasion damage.
- Confirm that the liner has no holes, tears, broken yarns, or excessive thinning. Do not mistake the intentionally uncoated knitted back for damage.
- Check that the knitwrist cuff remains secure and is not torn, excessively stretched, or contaminated.
- Do not use gloves contaminated with unknown chemicals, incompatible substances, or oils and greases that compromise the approved task.
- Replace gloves when physical integrity, grip, fit, tactility, or suitability for the process is compromised.
Inspection limitation:
Visual checks can identify damage but cannot measure remaining
cut resistance or certify that a worn glove still meets its
original laboratory classification. Grey coloring can mask
soil and should not be treated as evidence of cleanliness.
Storage and handling notes
- Store in the original packaging in a dry location at room temperature.
- Protect from direct sunlight and ozone sources, following Ansell's instructions.
- Keep gloves away from excessive heat, ignition sources, sharp objects, and incompatible chemicals.
- Avoid storage conditions that crush, damage, or contaminate the coated palm.
- Use clean, dry hands when donning and confirm that the glove interior is clean.
- Follow the workplace procedures for reuse, inspection, laundering, contamination control, and disposal.
Laundering:
Ansell lists 40°C / 104°F as the washing temperature.
Use the care pictograms and permitted laundering cycles on
the supplied packaging. The temperature entry alone does
not establish a complete cleaning method, unlimited reuse,
or unchanged performance after repeated use.
Cleanroom and controlled-environment note
HyFlex 11-644 is an industrial cut-resistant handling glove.
The reviewed manufacturer product documents do not establish
a sterile, cleanroom-processed, or ISO-cleanroom designation
for this model.
Before approval for a controlled environment, evaluate
particulate and fiber release, extractables, coating condition,
packaging, laundering, contamination transfer, silicone
restrictions, antistatic requirements, and gowning procedures.
Use separately qualified gloves when sterile or validated
low-particle hand protection is required.
Process-control reminder:
Ansell lists both antistatic and silicone-free as No.
General mechanical ratings, REACH information, or a clean
visual appearance do not override those product attributes.
Technical FAQs
What is the cut level of HyFlex 11-644?
Ansell lists ANSI/ISEA 105-2024 Cut A2 and ISO 13997 cut level B within the EN 388 4342B marking.
What makes the thin-palm design different?
Ansell reports a 20% thinner palm versus similar competitive gloves tested under standardized laboratory conditions in December 2025. The claim is limited to that comparison and is not an absolute thickness specification.
What is the coating material?
Grey polyurethane applied to the palm contact area over a 13-gauge knitted liner.
What are the abrasion and puncture ratings?
ANSI abrasion level 5 and puncture level 3. The EN 388 marking separately reports abrasion level 4 and puncture level 2.
Does the puncture rating establish needle protection?
No. The published mechanical puncture classifications do not establish protection against hypodermic needles or ultra-fine sharps.
What sizes are available?
Numeric sizes 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, and 12. Manufacturer-listed length ranges from 207 to 277 mm.
How many pairs are in a carton?
144 pairs, with manufacturer packaging listed as 12 pairs per bag and 12 bags per carton.
Is the glove antistatic or silicone-free?
No. Ansell lists both attributes as No. Confirm process suitability before introducing it into a static-controlled or silicone-sensitive operation.
Is touchscreen compatibility confirmed?
The reviewed 11-644 manufacturer documents do not establish touchscreen compatibility. Do not transfer that claim from another HyFlex model.
Can this glove be used in glass-cutting operations?
Ansell lists glass, sheet, and panel cutting workflows among its applications. This refers to appropriate workpiece handling, not direct contact with powered or moving blades. Machine guarding and entanglement controls remain essential.
Is it a sterile cleanroom glove?
No sterile or ISO-cleanroom designation is established by the reviewed manufacturer documents. Use separately qualified gloves when those requirements apply.
Critical use limitations
HyFlex 11-644 provides documented A2 / EN ISO B cut-resistant
mechanical hand protection. It is not intended as chemical
immersion protection, validated chemical breakthrough protection,
a liquidproof barrier, electrical insulation, thermal protection,
flame protection, molten-metal PPE, or needle protection.
Final selection must account for edge sharpness, applied force,
abrasion exposure, puncture geometry, grip requirements, oil
contamination, silicone restrictions, antistatic requirements,
coating condition, glove fit, and replacement criteria.
Do not use the glove where moving machinery creates an
entanglement risk or where required cut protection exceeds
the documented classification.
Manufacturer documentation and technical references
Documentation rule:
Use the current manufacturer documents and the markings on the
actual supplied gloves for qualification. General product
guidance does not replace the employer's hazard assessment
or the manufacturer's instructions.
If you have any questions please email us at Sales@SOSsupply.com
or give us a call at (214) 340-8574.
For product selection and manufacturer documentation assistance,
contact the SOSCleanroom team.
Technical insight:
The 11-644 combines A2 cut resistance, thin-palm dexterity,
polyurethane grip, and abrasion resistance. Select a different
qualified glove when the task requires higher cut protection,
chemical or thermal protection, validated antistatic performance,
silicone-free construction, sterility, or cleanroom-specific
processing.
Last updated: October 16, 2026
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