Kimtech Nitrile Exam Gloves Extra Small Powder Free 10 Boxes of 100 Gloves Each

Kimtech 55080 Purple Nitrile™ Exam Gloves (Extra Small, Powder-Free)

The Kimtech 55080 (manufactured by Halyard/Kimberly-Clark) is a premium, medical-grade examination glove engineered for high-risk clinical and laboratory environments. Recognized by its signature purple color, this nitrile glove is specifically designed to provide superior barrier protection against a broad range of chemicals, bloodborne pathogens, and chemotherapy agents. The 55080 features an extra-small fit, offering exceptional tactile sensitivity and dexterity for users with smaller hands. With a powder-free interior to minimize skin irritation and textured fingertips for a secure grip, these gloves are the trusted choice for professionals in oncology, emergency medicine, and advanced research laboratories where safety and durability are paramount.

Technical Performance and Design

• Enhanced Barrier Integrity: Formulated with a proprietary nitrile compound that provides higher tensile strength and puncture resistance than standard exam gloves, ensuring reliable protection in demanding settings.

• Chemotherapy Validated: Tested for use with numerous chemotherapy drugs per ASTM D6978, making them suitable for oncology clinics and pharmaceutical compounding.

• Micro-Textured Fingertips: Engineered to provide an optimized grip in both wet and dry conditions, allowing for the precise handling of delicate laboratory instruments and glassware.

• Latex-Free Safety: Completely free of natural rubber latex, eliminating the risk of Type I allergic reactions for both the wearer and the patient.

Product Specifications

• Catalog Number: 55080

• Size: Extra Small (XS)

• Material: Highly Durable Nitrile

• Color: Purple

• Grade: Medical Exam Grade (FDA 510k Cleared)

• Purity: Powder-Free; Ambidextrous; Beaded cuff for easy donning.

• Packaging: 100 Gloves per Box / 10 Boxes per Case.

Key Benefits & Applications

• Oncology & Pharmacy: Specialized for the safe handling and administration of cytotoxic chemotherapy drugs.

• Emergency & Trauma Care: Provides the high-visibility and heavy-duty protection required in fast-paced medical environments where fluid exposure is likely.

• Biological Research: Ideal for BSL-2 and BSL-3 laboratory workflows where maintaining a high-integrity barrier against infectious agents is critical.

• High-Precision Tasks: The Extra Small sizing ensures a "second-skin" fit for improved motor control during intricate laboratory procedures.

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