87-195

Product Overview

Ansell AlphaTec® 87-195 is an ultra-lightweight, reusable natural latex chemical and food-processing glove engineered for high tactile sensitivity and superior grip performance. Previously marketed as VersaTouch® 87-195, this glove combines chemical protection with food industry approval.

Key Features

• Material: Natural rubber latex with special allergen-reduction treatment to minimize extractable proteins
• Lining: Cotton-flocked interior for enhanced comfort and moisture absorption
• Color: Blue for easy visual identification in food processing environments
• Design: Extended gauntlet cuff with textured surface for improved grip in wet and oily conditions
• Length: Approximately 305 mm gauntlet coverage
• Thickness: Nominally 0.35 mm
• Reusable: Designed for multiple uses with proper care

Protection & Compliance

• Category III PPE under Regulation (EU) 2016/425
• Chemical Protection: Type B chemical protection against detergents, cleaning chemicals, and food-processing media per EN ISO 374-1:2016 + A1:2018
• Mechanical Protection: Abrasion, cut, tear, and puncture resistance per EN 388
• General Requirements: EN ISO 21420:2020
• Microorganism Protection: EN ISO 374-5:2016 (when applicable)

Food & Regulatory Approvals

• EU Food Contact Compliance: Meets Regulation (EC) No. 1935/2004
• FDA Approval: Compliant with US FDA 21 CFR for repeated contact with food

Typical Applications

Food processing and handling, fruit and vegetable processing, general food preparation, cleaning and janitorial tasks, laboratory maintenance, and general hygiene operations involving detergents and mild chemicals.