Properties of Glove Materials
| Reference | Latex |
Vinyl |
Nitrile |
| Barrier Protection | Excellent |
Fair to Poor |
Excellent |
| Stregnth & Durability | Excellent |
Poor |
Excellent |
| Elasticity | Excellent |
Poor |
Good |
| Puncture Resistance | Good |
Poor |
Excellent |
| Chemical Resistance | Good |
Poor |
Good |
| Fit & Comfort | Excellent |
Fair |
Excellent |
| Protein Allergy | Depend on gloves & manufacturer |
None |
None |
| Cost | Low to Moderate |
Low to |
Moderate to High |



