Find the right fit with Cypress gloves

Find the right fit with Cypress gloves

Cypress CYPRESS Exam EXAM Gloves GLOVES Since 1988, Cypress has understood the value of quality hand protection. Cypress continually strives to deliver improvements in our gloves to provide increased protection, comfort and performance. After all, hand protection is worker protection. That s why it s more important than ever to choose the right glove for your customers. Our Cypress brand portfolio of gloves is the right fit, offering the quality and protection you need with the costeffective selection you deserve. 2

General Glove Resources What s the right fit for your customers? When choosing a glove, there are many factors to consider, including: End user industry The types of application the end user is performing Glove types available and their basic features The type of glove to be used greatly depends on your customers and the various applications they perform. Whether you re performing medical tests, conducting clinical research, operating or repairing heavy equipment, the right glove can help protect users by reducing the risk of hand injuries. 3

Markets served: The makets below represent various settings that would be likely to utilize Cypress exam gloves. Dental Janitorial/Sanitation EMS Laboratory Food Service Law Enforcement Funeral Spa/Beauty Healthcare Tattoo Hospitality Veterinery Industrial Safety When to use exam gloves, and when they re not needed Examination gloves indicated in clinical situations Potential for touching blood, body fluids, secretions, excretions and items visibly soiled by body fluids. DIRECT PATIENT EXPOSURE Contact with blood; contact with mucous membrane and with non-intact skin; potential presence of highly infectious and dangerous organism; epidemic or emergency situations; IV insertion and removal; drawing blood; discontinuation of venous line; pelvic and vaginal examination; suctioning non-closed systems of endotracheal tubes. INDIRECT PATIENT EXPOSURE Emptying emesis basins; handling/cleaning instruments; handling waste; cleaning up spills of body fluids. Gloves not indicated (except for CONTACT precautions) No potential for exposure to blood or body fluids, or contaminated environment. DIRECT PATIENT EXPOSURE Taking blood pressure, temperature and pulse; performing SC and IM injections; bathing and dressing the patient; transporting patient; caring for eyes and ears (without secretions); any vascular line manipulation in absence of blood leakage. INDIRECT PATIENT EXPOSURE Using the telephone; writing in the patient chart; giving oral medications; distributing or collecting patient dietary trays; removing and replacing linen for patient bed; placing non-invasive ventilation equipment and oxygen cannula; moving patient furniture. 1 This chart and its contents have been adapted from WHO s Glove Use Information Leaflet, and are not meant to be inclusive. 4

General Exam Glove Resources Recommendations for the right fit Now that you ve considered your industry and the application, additional factors to consider while choosing the right glove include fit and comfort, elasticity and chemical resistance. The chart below offers basic recommendations based on glove type and common areas of concern. BARRIER PROTECTION ALLERGEN CONTENT STRENGTH & DURABILITY ELASTICITY FIT & COMFORT CHEMICAL RESISTANCE Nitrile Provides good barrier protection Contains no latex proteins Can contain a low level of chemical allergens and curing agents Performs well with a modest tensile strength per the ASTM requirements Adequate flexibility Does exhibit some memory and moldability Provides good comfort and fit due to increased memory and elasticity Provides good resistance to many chemicals See chemical resistance chart Latex Best Choice Provides good barrier protection Not Recommended Contains protein and chemical allergens; check with specific manufacturer for allergen content Best Choice Performs well with a modest tensile strength per the ASTM requirements Best Choice High flexibility and memory Best Choice Provides excellent comfort and fit due to its high elasticity Retains its shape and fit during rigorous manipulation Provides good resistance to many chemicals See chemical resistance chart Vinyl (Polyvinyl Chloride) Not Recommended May tear when put under significant stress, so protection is limited Contains no latex proteins Can contain some curing agents and other chemical ingredients Not Recommended Can break or puncture when put under tensile strain Exhibits some stretchability and memory Not Recommended Limited elasticity Fit and comfort can be limited Wrist diameter can be large, making gloves baggy around the cuff after extended use Not Recommended Easily permeated by organic solvents 2 CDC: 2007 Guidelines for Isolation Precautions: Preventing Transmission of Infectious Agents in Healthcare Settings Pages 50-51 and 78-79. 5

A closer look at chemical resistance In clinical, laboratory and industrial settings, chemical resistance is one of the more important factors to consider when choosing an exam glove. The below chart offers an overview of chemicals that may be found in these settings, along with their resistance ratings for nitrile and latex gloves. CHEMICAL LATEX NITRILE Acetaldehyde* G G Acetic acid VG VG Acetone* VG P Ammonium hydroxide VG VG Amy acetate* P P Aniline F P Benzaldehyde* F G Benzene* P F Butyl acetate F P Butyl alcohol VG VG Carbon disulfide F F Carbon tetrachloride* P G Castor oil P VG Chlorobenzene* P P Chloroform* P F Chloronaphthalene P F Chromic acid (50%) P F Citric acid (10%) VG VG Cyclohexanol F VG Dibutyl phthalate* P G Diesel fuel P VG Diisobutyl ketone F P Dimethylformamide F G Dioctyl phthalate P VG Dioxane G G Epoxy resins, dry VG VG Ethyl acetate* F F Ethyl alcohol VG VG Ethyl ether* G G Ethylene dichloride* P P Ethylene glycol VG VG Formaldehyde VG VG The ratings are abbreviated as follows: VG=Very Good; G=Good; F=Fair; P=Poor. Chemicals marked with an asterisk (*) are for limited use. 6

CHEMICAL LATEX NITRILE Formic acid VG VG Freon 11 P G Freon 12 P G Freon 21 P G Freon 22 P G Furfural* G G Gasoline, leaded P VG Gasoline, unleaded P VG Glycerin VG VG Hexane P G Hydrazine (65%) G G Hydrochloric acid G G Hydrofluoric acid (48%) G G Hydrogen peroxide (30%) G G Hydroquinone G F Isooctane P VG Kerosene F VG Ketones VG P Lacquer thinners F P Lactic acid (85%) VG VG Lauric acid (36%) F VG Lineolic acid P G Linseed oil P VG Maleic acid VG VG Methyl alcohol VG VG Methylamine F G Methyl bromide F F Methyl chloride* P P Methyl ethyl ketone* G P Methyl isobutyl ketone* F P Methyl metharcrylate G F Monoethanolamine G VG Morpholine VG G Naphthalene F G Napthas, aliphatic F VG Napthas, aromatic P G Nitric acid* F F Nitric acid, red and white fuming Nitromethane (95.5%)* P F Nitropropane (95.5%) P F Octyl alcohol VG VG The ratings are abbreviated as follows: VG=Very Good; G=Good; F=Fair; P=Poor. Chemicals marked with an asterisk (*) are for limited use. P P 7

CHEMICAL LATEX NITRILE Oleic acid F VG Oxalic acid VG VG Palmitic acid VG VG Perchloric acid (60%) F G Perchloroethylene P G Petroleum distillates (naphtha) Phenol F F Phosphoric acid G VG Potassium hydroxide VG VG Propyl acetate F F Propyl alcohol VG VG Propyl alcohol (iso) VG VG Sodium hydroxide VG VG Styrene P F Styrene (100%) P F Sulfuric acid G G Tannic acid (65) VG VG Tetrahydrofuran F F Toluene* P F Toluene diisocyanate (TDI) Trichloroethylene* F G Triethanolamine (85%) G VG Tung oil P VG Turpentine F VG Xylene* P F P G VG F The ratings are abbreviated as follows: VG=Very Good; G=Good; F=Fair; P=Poor. Chemicals marked with an asterisk (*) are for limited use. 3 This chart and its contents have been adapted from OSHA s Chemical Resistance Selection Chart for Protective Gloves, and are not meant to be inclusive. Note: When selecting chemical-resistant gloves, be sure to consult the manufacturer s recommendations, especially if the gloved hand(s) will be immersed in the chemical. 8

Nitrile Exam Gloves syntrile XTS 4mil Nitrile Exam Gloves Thin-walled nitrile with high tactile sensitivity and excellent barrier protection Tested for use with chemotherapy drugs Lightly textured fingertips for improved grip 200 gloves per box helps save time and reduce waste 9" TEXTURED POWDER FREE / BLUE 27-12 Small 200/Bx, 10 Bx/Cs 27-14 Medium 200/Bx, 10 Bx/Cs 27-16 Large 200/Bx, 10 Bx/Cs 27-18 X-Large 180/Bx, 10 Bx/Cs syntrile PF Blue Standard 5mil Nitrile Exam Gloves Excellent combination of strength and comfort making them the choice for light to mid duty tasks Lightly textured fingertips for improved grip 9" TEXTURED POWDER FREE / BLUE 27-32 Small 100/Bx, 10 Bx/Cs 27-34 Medium 100/Bx, 10 Bx/Cs 27-36 Large 100/Bx, 10 Bx/Cs 27-38 X-Large 100/Bx, 10 Bx/Cs syntrile PF White 4mil Nitrile Exam Gloves White in color to amplify stains in clinical healthcare settings Ideal for healthcare professionals Lightly textured fingertips for improved grip 9" TEXTURED POWDER FREE / WHITE 27-92 Small 100/Bx, 10 Bx/Cs 27-94 Medium 100/Bx, 10 Bx/Cs 27-96 Large 100/Bx, 10 Bx/Cs 27-98 X-Large 100/Bx, 10 Bx/Cs Black Armor 4mil Nitrile Exam Gloves Black in color to mask stains, inks or dyes Ideal for law enforcement, tattoo and automotive professional Lightly textured fingertips for improved grip 9" TEXTURED POWDER FREE / BLACK 27-72 Small 100/Bx, 10 Bx/Cs 27-74 Medium 100/Bx, 10 Bx/Cs 27-76 Large 100/Bx, 10 Bx/Cs 27-78 X-Large 100/Bx, 10 Bx/Cs 9

Vinyl Exam Gloves Trilon 2mil Vinyl Exam Gloves 9" SMOOTH POWDERED / CLEAR Powdered with USP absorbable dusting powder for easy donning Provides excellent sensitivity and protection Proposition 65 compliant 25-02 Small 100/Bx, 10 Bx/Cs 25-04 Medium 100/Bx, 10 Bx/Cs 25-06 Large 100/Bx, 10 Bx/Cs 25-08 X-Large 100/Bx, 10 Bx/Cs Trilon 2000 2mil Stretch Vinyl Exam Gloves Smooth Finish and softer stretch vinyl for more flexibility and comfort Powder free Proposition 65 compliant 9" SMOOTH POWDER FREE / YELLOW 25-910 X-Small 100/Bx, 10 Bx/Cs 25-930 Small 100/Bx, 10 Bx/Cs 25-950 Medium 100/Bx, 10 Bx/Cs 25-970 Large 100/Bx, 10 Bx/Cs 25-990 X-Large 100/Bx, 10 Bx/Cs 9" SMOOTH POWDER FREE / CLEAR Our most economical powder free medical grade exam glove Provides excellent sensitivity and protection Proposition 65 compliant 25-956 CUFFED WALLETED 25-956 Medium 500 Pr/Cs 25-958 Large 500 Pr/Cs 25-92 Small 100/Bx, 10 Bx/Cs 25-94 Medium 100/Bx, 10 Bx/Cs 25-96 Large 100/Bx, 10 Bx/Cs 25-98 X-Large 100/Bx, 10 Bx/Cs 10

Vinyl / General Purpose / Polyethylene Gloves General Purpose 2mil Vinyl Gloves Our most economical powder free industrial grade vinyl glove Ideal for non-medical applications Manufactured in a facility which is ISO13485 certified Proposition 65 compliant 9" SMOOTH POWDER FREE / CLEAR 25-63 Small 100/Bx, 10 Bx/Cs 25-65 Medium 100/Bx, 10 Bx/Cs 25-67 Large 100/Bx, 10 Bx/Cs FOODGUARD 3mil Vinyl Food Service Gloves Ideal for food service and food manufacturing use Non sterile Not for medical use Complaint with federal regulations for food contact & handling (21 CFR 177-190) Proposition 65 compliant 9" SMOOTH POWDER FREE / CLEAR 25-22 Small 100/Bx, 10 Bx/Cs 25-24 Medium 100/Bx, 10 Bx/Cs 25-26 Large 100/Bx, 10 Bx/Cs 25-28 X-Large 100/Bx, 10 Bx/Cs 25-69 X-Large 100/Bx, 10 Bx/Cs FOODGUARD Polyethylene Food Service Gloves Lightweight for user flexibility Ideal for light tasks such as food handling or where a textured grip is needed Non-beaded cuff Offered in a plastic dispenser pouch for easy use Proposition 65 compliant. 9" TEXTURED POWDER FREE / CLEAR 26-04 Medium 100/Bag, 50 Bags/Cs 26-06 Large 100/Bag, 50 Bags/Cs 11

Latex Exam Gloves Cypress Plus 5mil Latex Exam Gloves Cypress Plus 5mil Latex Exam Gloves, Continued 9" SMOOTH POWDERED / NATURAL Lightly Powdered with USP Corn Starch for easy donning Smooth Finish offers excellent tactile sensitivity Non-Sterile 23-01 X-Small 100/Bx, 10 Bx/Cs 23-02 Small 100/Bx, 10 Bx/Cs 23-04 Medium 100/Bx, 10 Bx/Cs 23-06 Large 100/Bx, 10 Bx/Cs 23-08 X-Large 100/Bx, 10 Bx/Cs 9" TEXTURED POWDER FREE / NATURAL Powder Free Textured finish to promote slip resistance in wet or dry conditions Chlorinated to help reduce latex and chemical sensitivity Lightly textured fingertips help provide excellent grip Non-Sterile 23-90 X-Small 100/Bx, 10 Bx/Cs 23-92 Small 100/Bx, 10 Bx/Cs 23-94 Medium 100/Bx, 10 Bx/Cs 23-96 Large 100/Bx, 10 Bx/Cs 23-98 X-Large 100/Bx, 10 Bx/Cs 9" SMOOTH POWDER FREE / NATURAL Powder Free Smooth finish for multi-purpose applications Chlorinated to help reduce latex and chemical sensitivity Lightly textured fingertips help provide excellent grip Non-Sterile 23-92S Small 100/Bx, 10 Bx/Cs 23-94S Medium 100/Bx, 10 Bx/Cs 23-96S Large 100/Bx, 10 Bx/Cs 23-98 S X-Large 100/Bx, 10 Bx/Cs CODEBLUE PF 14mil Latex Exam Gloves Powder free and dark blue in color Ideal for hi-risk environments or heavy duty cleaning Extended cuff offers additional protection beyond the wrist Greater thickness offers less risk of tearing/puncture Non-Sterile 12" TEXTURED POWDER FREE / BLUE 23-32 Small 50/Bx, 10 Bx/Cs 23-34 Medium 50/Bx, 10 Bx/Cs 23-36 Large 50/Bx, 10 Bx/Cs 23-38 X-Large 50/Bx, 10 Bx/Cs 12

Latex General Purpose Gloves General Purpose 5mil Latex Gloves General Purpose 5mil Latex Gloves, Continued 9" SMOOTH POWDERED / NATURAL Ideal Powdered option for non-medical use Easy donning Smooth Fingertips Non-Sterile Manufactured in a facility which is ISO13485 certified 23-62 Small 100/Bx, 10 Bx/Cs 23-64 Medium 100/Bx, 10 Bx/Cs 23-66 Large 100/Bx, 10 Bx/Cs 23-68 X-Large 100/Bx, 10 Bx/Cs 9" SMOOTH POWDER FREE / NATURAL Ideal Powder Free option for non-medical use Smooth finish for excellent tactile sensitivity Chlorinated to help reduce latex and chemical sensitivity Lightly textured fingertips help provide excellent grip Non-Sterile Manufactured in a facility which is ISO13485 certified 23-63 Small 100/Bx, 10 Bx/Cs 23-65 Medium 100/Bx, 10 Bx/Cs 23-67 Large 100/Bx, 10 Bx/Cs 23-69 X-Large 100/Bx, 10 Bx/Cs Glove Box Holder Available in clear acrylic which allows for instant glove type identification Molded one piece construction increases flexibility and reduces breakage Allows for a permanent placement of holder in a convenient area Hardware included for easy mounting Glove box holder measures 10" x 4" x 5.5" 65-34 Acrylic Glove Box Holder 10/Cs Glove box not included. 13

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