Ansell AlphaTec 87-086 Yellow Food Handling Gloves
Exceptionally resistant to chemicals and useful in wet and oily environments, the Ansell AlphaTec 87-086 Yellow Food Handling Gloves combine a robust latex coating with hypoallergenic cotton for optimal protection in the chemical and food processing industries. Conforming to the latest European directives for virus (EN 374-5) and chemical protection (EN 374-3), the AlphaTec 87-086 make for excellent utility gloves, as their reversed lozenge palms guarantee a steady grip in all conditions.
Purchase Quantity
The Ansell AlphaTec 87-086 Yellow Food Handling Gloves are priced and sold as a single pair of gloves.
Sizing Information
These AlphaTec 87-086 are available in a range of sizes, making them suitable for most users. Please consult the table below for details, then select the required size from the drop-down menu at the top of the page. The gloves have a thickness of 0.43mm and a length of 300mm.
Glove Size | Hand Circumference (mm) | Hand Length (mm) |
Size 6.5 | 165mm | 165.5mm |
Size 7.5 | 190.5mm | 176.5mm |
Size 8.5 | 216mm | 187mm |
Size 9.5 | 241.5mm | 198mm |
Read our guide to sizing for more information about finding your perfect size.
How Do the Ansell AlphaTec 87-086 Yellow Food Handling Gloves Protect Your Hands?
Constructed from an oil and grease repellent latex coating, Ansell AlphaTec 87-086 ensure excellent protection in food processing industries, and comply to the latest European directives for virus protection (EN 374-5) and food safety (EC 2023/2006). Not only will the gloves resist several chemical compounds (Including sulphuric acid and sodium hydroxide), but their reverse diamond grip to offer an outstanding grip and mitigate accidental spills.
Performance Ratings
EN 388 (Protection Against Mechanical Risks)
Test | Result |
Abrasion | Level 2 |
Cut | N/A |
Tear | Level 1 |
Puncture | N/A |
Blade Cut | N/A |
Read our guide to EN 388 for more information.
EN 374-3 (Chemical Resistance)
Chemical | Breakthrough Time |
Sodium Hydroxide (40%) | 30 Minutes |
Sulphuric Acid (96%) | 30 Minutes |
Formaldehyde | 30 Minutes |
Other:
- EN ISO 374-5:2016 (Protection Against Viruses)
- EC 2023/2006 (European Foodstuff Standards)
Key Features and Benefits
- Hypoallergenic cotton flock interior liner absorbs irritant perspiration
- Natural rubber latex coating repels oil, grease and water, increasing user grip
- Chlorinated to reduce risk of contamination
- Conforms to the latest European directives for virus transfer prevention, EN 374-5
- Reverse lozenge (diamond) patterned palms boost user grip when handling tools and materials
- Exceptional resistance to chemicals, including sulphuric acid and formaldehyde
- Beaded cuffs allow for easy application and removal
- Coloured a vibrant yellow for easy identification as food/chemical gloves
Who Can Use the Ansell AlphaTec 87-086 Food Handling Gloves?
Thanks to their oil-repellent properties and conformity with the latest European directives for food safety, the Ansell AlphaTec 87-086 are recommended for the following industries:
Materials
- Liner Material: Cotton flock
- Coating Material: Natural rubber latex
- Treatment: Chlorinated, silicone-free
- Grip Design: Reversed lozenge (diamond)
- Cuff Style: Beaded
Additional Documentation