SHOWA 6110PF Biodegradable Nitrile Gloves — EBT, 4 Mil, Powder-Free, Box of 100

SHOWA 6110PF biodegradable nitrile gloves explained

The SHOWA 6110PF is a 4 mil green disposable glove built with SHOWA's Eco Best Technology (EBT) — the feature that makes it one of the few genuinely biodegradable nitrile gloves on the market. Once it reaches a biologically active landfill, microorganisms break the glove down into natural compounds; SHOWA reports about 82% breakdown in 386 days, validated by independent labs to ASTM D5511. It is latex-free, powder-free, food-contact approved, and has a soft second-skin fit.

These eco friendly nitrile gloves perform like standard nitrile, so you get a sustainable nitrile gloves option without giving up durability; the showa nitrile gloves EBT line is the reference point for eco nitrile gloves.

Key features

• EBT biodegradable — breaks down in a biologically active landfill (ASTM D5511)
• ~82% breakdown in 386 days per SHOWA testing
• 4 mil green nitrile; 9.5" length; textured (bisque) fingertips
• Latex-free, powder-free; zero natural rubber latex proteins
• FDA and EU food-contact approved
• Second-skin fit that softens to your hand
• Sizes XS–2XL; box of 100

Pros & cons

Specifications

What these gloves are for

Anyone who goes through disposables and wants to cut waste without dropping to a flimsy glove — food prep and processing, janitorial and cleaning, labs and pharmaceutical, landscaping and agriculture, and general automotive or maintenance. They are ranked in our nitrile exam gloves guide, and for kitchens and chores our nitrile gloves for food service and nitrile gloves for cleaning guides. The material background is in our nitrile gloves complete guide and nitrile vs latex gloves.

Compatibility

They handle the chemicals a standard 4 mil nitrile glove handles for incidental contact; for sustained immersion in aggressive chemicals, use a dedicated chemical-resistant glove. The powder-free build is explained in our powdered vs. powder-free nitrile gloves guide.

How the 6110PF compares

Against conventional disposables, the value MedPride and Kimtech Vista are cheaper everyday gloves, the Inspire Cobalt Blue is a heavier 4.5 mil, and the full-textured Curad adds whole-hand grip — but none of them biodegrade. The 6110PF trades a little cost for the EBT sustainability edge. Browse the full nitrile gloves collection and the wider hand protection range organized by grade, thickness, and use.

Safety note: nitrile is latex-free, so the 6110PF suits people with a latex allergy — and while EBT is a genuine sustainability step, the glove only biodegrades in a biologically active landfill, not in home compost, open ground, or water, so dispose of it in normal municipal waste. As a light 4 mil glove it reduces, and does not eliminate, chemical and biological exposure risk; match it to the task and change it when torn or soiled.

Ordering FAQ

Is SHOWA 6110PF in stock and ready to ship?
Availability changes — open the linked listing for live price, size and color options, and delivery speed before you order.

What makes these biodegradable?
SHOWA's Eco Best Technology (EBT) lets microorganisms break the glove down into natural compounds once it reaches a biologically active landfill. SHOWA reports about 82% breakdown in 386 days, validated by independent labs to ASTM D5511.

Will they biodegrade in my compost bin or if I toss them outside?
No — EBT only works in a biologically active landfill. They will not break down in a home compost pile, on open ground, or in water, so dispose of them in normal municipal waste, not your compost or the environment.

Do they perform like normal nitrile gloves?
Yes — SHOWA states EBT gloves perform the same as their non-EBT nitrile, and reviewers say they hold up as well as or better than conventional disposables for cleaning, food, and shop work.

How thick are they?
4 mil at the palm with a 9.5-inch length. That balances durability and puncture resistance with the tactile feel needed for detailed work.

Are they food-safe?
Yes — they conform to FDA and EU food-contact standards, so they are cleared for food handling, prep, and processing as well as general use. See our nitrile gloves for food service guide.

Are they powder-free and latex-free?
Yes — powder-free with zero natural rubber latex proteins, which reduces the risk of latex-related reactions and leaves no powder residue.

Do they have a textured grip?
Yes — textured (bisque) fingertips give grip on wet or small items, and the glove softens to a second-skin fit as it warms to your hand; for chores see our nitrile gloves for cleaning guide.

What color and sizes are available?
This SKU is green — SHOWA's signature EBT color — and the line runs XS through 2X-Large, 100 per box; browse the wider hand protection range for other options.

Are they chemical resistant?
They handle the chemicals a standard nitrile glove handles for incidental contact — always check compatibility for your specific chemical. For prolonged immersion, use a chemical-resistant glove.

Can I reuse them?
They are single-use gloves from the nitrile gloves range, though reviewers get more than one use on light tasks. For food, medical, or contamination-control work, use them once.

How do I reorder?
Reorder from this page — the listing and its linked item stay constant, so restocking with the same box from the hand protection range takes seconds.

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