Ansell AlphaTec® 87-208

AlphaTec® 87-208 is an extra-heavyweight, unsupported natural-rubber latex glove designed for demanding chemical and industrial applications. The glove features a cotton-flock lining for sweat absorption and comfort, an orange exterior, and a textured grip surface.

Key Features

• Material: Natural latex rubber, approximately 0.73 mm thick
• Construction: Unsupported, ambidextrous design
• Lining: 100% cotton flocking for enhanced comfort
• Grip: Textured lozenge or honeycomb finish for secure handling
• Sizes: Available in sizes 7–10
• Length: Approximately 12.8–13 inches (325–330 mm)

Protection & Applications

Designed for chemical handling, janitorial and sanitation work, maintenance, utilities, construction, metal fabrication, and warehousing. Provides protection against ketones, salts, detergents, alcohols, alkalis, and fats. However, latex gloves may cause allergic reactions in susceptible users and should not be assumed to protect against every chemical. Limited resistance to oils, greases, hydrocarbons, and organic solvents.

Compliance

• EN 388:2016 + A1:2018 – Protective gloves against mechanical risks
• EN ISO 21420:2020 – General requirements and test methods
• EN ISO 374-1:2016 – Chemical risks
• EN ISO 374-5:2016 – Micro-organism protection
• ANSI/ISEA 105 – Abrasion resistance level 3
• PPE Category III – High-risk personal protective equipment