When reviewing the following recommendations, remember that tests are conducted under laboratory
conditions, and that actual workplace conditions usually dictate a combination of performance capabilities. A product’s resistance to cuts, punctures, and abrasion must also be taken into account as a critical
usage factor. A glove with excellent permeation resistance may not be adequate if it tears or punctures easily. Always factor in the physical performance requirements of the job or application when selecting a chemical-resistant glove. Ansell’s ASTM standard permeation and
degradation tests are presented on the following pages as an aid in determining the general suitability of various products for use with specific chemicals.
