Insinc Insights: Tag: nitrile gloves

If your team relies on disposable gloves to keep things clean, safe, and compliant, choosing the wrong type could mean more than just a few grumbles in the staffroom. Nitrile gloves are the go-to in many New Zealand workplaces for good reason — they offer excellent resistance to chemicals, punctures, and wear. But with so many options out there (colours, thicknesses, and even biodegradable versions), it's easy to get overwhelmed. Here's how to get it right — and how Insinc can help.

Nitrile gloves play a critical role in workplace hygiene and safety—from commercial kitchens to healthcare clinics and industrial cleaning crews. But not all gloves are created equal. Choosing the wrong type can lead to discomfort, waste, compliance issues, or even safety hazards. In this guide, we’ll walk you through the top five warning signs that you might be buying the wrong nitrile gloves—and how to fix it.

While both offer strong protection and are widely used across workplaces, latex and nitrile gloves differ in material, performance, and allergy considerations:

Nitrile gloves are used across many industries to protect hands against chemicals, punctures and pathogens.