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Nitrile Exam Gloves
Experience the next evolution
in comfort and protection.
Engineered to withstand some of the harshest chemicals used in your work environment.1
Comfort
The Kimtech™ Polaris™ glove is designed for both strength and comfort. In a recent global study, more people preferred the Polaris™ glove over a leading competitive glove for overall comfort and strength.3
Protection
Provides better protection with longer breakthrough times2 when compared to other competitive gloves.
Strength
More than double the strength of the industry standard with an average tensile strength of 31 Mpa (after aging).
Contamination Control
Powder-free, not made with latex, and does not contain silicone according to results obtained using test method SAE AMS 3819C.
Flexible Fit
Polaris™ has elongation at break of 480% after aging, which exceeds the minimum standard in ASTM D6319.
Ready for Work
In a recent global study3, the Kimtech™ Polaris™ glove outperformed several leading competitive gloves for wet and dry grip while performing engineering-related tasks.
Harsh Chemical Defense
Tested against more than 50 common chemicals, Chemotherapy Drugs, Opioid Fentanyl Citrate, Simulated Gastric Acid and Fentanyl in Simulated Gastric Acid: Per ASTM D 6978-05
Assured Compliance Testing
Contamination Control
Does not contain silicone according to results obtained using test method SAE AMS 3819C.
Ergonomics Standards
Certified by United States Ergonomics.
Food Contact Safe
Meets FDA food contact requirements set forth in 21 CFR 177.2600.
The RightCycle™ Program is your zero-waste solution
Through The RightCycle™ Program, 100% of non-hazardous Kimtech™ Polaris™ Nitrile Exam Glove waste can be diverted away from landfills and recycled. These once hard-to-recycle items are collected from your facility, transported to our recycling partners, processed, and turned into new consumer products.
Change made easy with The APEX™ Program
The Apex™ Program ensures a seamless transition to the Kimtech™ brand of products in environments where personal safety and contamination control are essential. Apex™ ensures the protection of the scientific process while enhancing efficiency and performance.
1Tested against more than 50 common chemicals, Chemotherapy Drugs, Opioid Fentanyl Citrate, Simulated Gastric Acid and Fentanyl in Simulated Gastric Acid: Per ASTM D 6978-05
2When tested against Carmustine and ThioTEPA. Follow your workplace guidelines for duration of use, which will vary based on the chemical used.
3Based on a Global Preference Study conducted by Kimberly-Clark Professional in 2023 with 932 glove users.
2When tested against Carmustine and ThioTEPA. Follow your workplace guidelines for duration of use, which will vary based on the chemical used.
3Based on a Global Preference Study conducted by Kimberly-Clark Professional in 2023 with 932 glove users.
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