Q: What is the powder on the disposable gloves?
Q: Will the powder on disposable gloves wash off?
Q: What is the powder for?
Q: Do you have disposable gloves without powder?
Q: Do you have any gloves that are latex free?
Q: What is the difference between the material types?
Q: Are Clean Ones gloves safe for food handling?
Q: Do you have any medical grade gloves?
Q: What is Ultra-Fresh?
Q: Are the poly gloves recyclable?
Q: How can I purchase your gloves?

Q: What is the powder on the disposable gloves?

A: It is absorbable dusting powder, USP; which is corn starch.

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Q: Will the powder on disposable gloves wash off?

A: Yes, since the powder is only corn starch, it will wash off your hands, the gloves or any article of clothing.

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Q: What is the powder for?

A: The powder is applied to the gloves for a few purposes, mainly to make the gloves easier to put on and take off, so they do not stick together and to absorb moisture as your hands are likely to perspire when in disposable gloves.

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Q: Do you have disposable gloves without powder?

A: Yes, we currently sell disposable powder free latex exam quality gloves and our disposable polyethylene gloves are powder free as well. In addition, we have the capabilities to produce all of our disposable gloves as powder free.

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Q: Do you have any gloves that are latex free?

A: Yes, we have disposable vinyl, nitrile and poly gloves, all of which are 100% latex free. We also produce a latex free nitrile household glove which is also 100% latex free.

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Q: What is the difference between the material types?

A: We produce disposable gloves that are made of latex, vinyl, nitrile and high density polyethylene. Latex, vinyl and nitrile look similar, but since they are different materials they have a little different feel. Latex is made of natural rubber while vinyl and nitrile are synthetic materials and are 100% latex free. The greatest difference in functionality is seen in nitrile as it has higher chemical resistance and is more resistant to punctures as well. High density polyethylene, or poly, is quite different since it is a form of plastic; poly gloves are not as elastic and are not as form fitting on hands. We produce latex, latex/Neoprene® blended and nitrile household gloves. Again, nitrile is more chemical puncture resistant then latex and Neoprene® is more chemical resistant as well.

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Q: Are Clean Ones gloves safe for food handling?

A: Yes, all of our disposable gloves are safe for food handling.

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Q: Do you have any medical grade gloves?

A: Yes, any of our disposable "exam quality" gloves are medical grade as specified by the FDA. These are the same quality of gloves as seen in doctor's offices and in hospitals; however, these are not "sterile" gloves that surgeons would use. We currently have disposable latex exam quality gloves, disposable powder free latex exam quality gloves and disposable latex free vinyl exam quality gloves.

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Q: What is Ultra-Fresh?

A: Ultra-Fresh is the brand of antimicrobial treatment Clean Ones has added to our Premium and Long Household gloves (Items 36001/2/3 and 37001/2/3). This is a chemical treatment that is added to the gloves during the manufacturing process to protect against odor and stain causing bacteria, mold and mildew.

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Q: Are the poly gloves recyclable?

A: Since polyethylene is plastic, our poly gloves are recyclable. However, check you local recycling agency to determine if they have the capabilities to recycle such a product because different forms of plastic require different equipment.

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Q: How can I purchase your gloves?

A: Clean Ones only sells to retailers so as a consumer you are not able to order directly from Clean Ones. Our products are sold at retailers across the country, but location varies by item so feel free to contact us and our customer service department will gladly direct you to a location selling a specific item.