{"product_id":"halyard-purple-nitrile-exam-gloves","title":"HALYARD PURPLE NITRILE Exam Gloves, 5.9 mil, Powder-Free (Box of 100)","description":"\u003cdiv style=\"background:#1a2733;border-left:4px solid #ff9800;padding:16px 20px;margin:0 0 24px;color:#f5e6d3;font-size:0.92em;line-height:1.6;\"\u003e\n  \u003cstrong style=\"color:#ffb74d;display:block;margin-bottom:6px;\"\u003eWC Safety Editor's Pick — Top Healthcare-Grade Nitrile Exam Glove\u003c\/strong\u003e\n  The Halyard Purple Nitrile is the benchmark exam glove for dental, clinical, and lab environments. Recognized by its distinctive purple color — the universal visual indicator for latex-free barrier protection. See our full \u003ca href=\"\/blogs\/guides\/nitrile-gloves-complete-guide\" style=\"color:#ffb74d;\" title=\"Nitrile gloves complete buyer's guide\"\u003eNitrile Gloves Complete Buyer's Guide\u003c\/a\u003e for a full comparison.\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eHALYARD PURPLE NITRILE Exam Glove\u003c\/strong\u003e is a 5.9 mil, 9.5-inch cuff, powder-free nitrile exam glove designed for extended clinical contact. It meets ASTM D6319 standards for medical examination and OSHA Bloodborne Pathogen requirements — the specification required in dental operatories, phlebotomy, and general clinical work. Halyard (formerly Kimberly-Clark Health Care) has manufactured this glove as the go-to standard for over two decades.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eKey Specifications\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eThickness:\u003c\/strong\u003e 5.9 mil — balanced between sensitivity and barrier integrity\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCuff length:\u003c\/strong\u003e 9.5 inches — longer than standard exam gloves for added forearm protection\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMaterial:\u003c\/strong\u003e 100% nitrile — latex-free, powder-free\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eStandard:\u003c\/strong\u003e ASTM D6319 medical exam grade; OSHA 1910.1030 compliant\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTexture:\u003c\/strong\u003e Micro-textured fingertips for wet and dry grip\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eColor:\u003c\/strong\u003e Purple — industry-standard latex-free visual ID\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCount:\u003c\/strong\u003e 100 gloves per box\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWho Should Buy This\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Purple Nitrile is the first call for dental assistants, hygienists, phlebotomists, and medical assistants who need a reliable, ASTM-certified exam glove worn across full shifts. The 9.5-inch cuff provides coverage that standard 9-inch exam gloves miss. If you need a thinner option for food service or light lab work, the \u003ca href=\"\/products\/ammex-nitrile-gloves-3-mil-food-safe\" title=\"AMMEX 3-mil food safe nitrile gloves\"\u003eAMMEX 3 mil Food Safe\u003c\/a\u003e is the lighter alternative. For industrial or chemical-contact applications, see the full \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/nitrile-gloves\" title=\"Nitrile gloves collection\"\u003enitrile gloves collection\u003c\/a\u003e or \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/chemical-resistant-gloves\" title=\"Chemical resistant gloves\"\u003echemical-resistant gloves\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eRelated Categories \u0026amp; Comparisons\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/collections\/nitrile-gloves\" title=\"Nitrile gloves\"\u003eNitrile Gloves — Full Collection\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/collections\/latex-gloves\" title=\"Latex gloves\"\u003eLatex Gloves — If Latex Allergy Is Not a Concern\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/collections\/vinyl-gloves\" title=\"Vinyl gloves\"\u003eVinyl Gloves — Budget Alternative for Low-Risk Environments\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/collections\/chemical-resistant-gloves\" title=\"Chemical resistant gloves\"\u003eChemical-Resistant Gloves — For Prolonged Chemical Contact\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/collections\/cut-resistant-gloves\" title=\"Cut resistant gloves\"\u003eCut-Resistant Gloves — If Blade Hazard Is Present\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/products\/grease-monkey-nitrile-coated-work-gloves\" title=\"Grease Monkey nitrile coated work gloves\"\u003eGrease Monkey Nitrile Work Gloves — For Industrial\/DIY Tasks\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/products\/pip-maxiflex-g-tek-ultimate-nitrile-coated-gloves\" title=\"PIP MaxiFlex G-Tek Ultimate nitrile coated gloves\"\u003ePIP MaxiFlex G-Tek — For Precision Assembly\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/collections\/sas-nitrile-gloves\" title=\"SAS nitrile gloves\"\u003eSAS Nitrile Gloves — Alternative Exam-Grade Brand\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/blogs\/guides\/cut-resistance-glove-levels-explained-ansi-isea-105-a1-through-a9\" title=\"ANSI\/ISEA 105 cut resistance levels explained\"\u003eANSI\/ISEA 105 Cut Resistance Guide\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv itemscope itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/FAQPage\"\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv itemscope itemprop=\"mainEntity\" itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/Question\"\u003e\n  \u003ch3 itemprop=\"name\"\u003eAre Halyard Purple Nitrile gloves FDA-cleared for medical examination?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n  \u003cdiv itemscope itemprop=\"acceptedAnswer\" itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/Answer\"\u003e\n    \u003cdiv itemprop=\"text\"\u003e\u003cp\u003eYes. HALYARD PURPLE NITRILE gloves meet ASTM D6319 for medical examination use and comply with OSHA 29 CFR 1910.1030 Bloodborne Pathogen standard. They are cleared for use during patient examinations and clinical procedures where barrier protection is required.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv itemscope itemprop=\"mainEntity\" itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/Question\"\u003e\n  \u003ch3 itemprop=\"name\"\u003eWhat is the difference between 5.9 mil and standard 4–5 mil exam gloves?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n  \u003cdiv itemscope itemprop=\"acceptedAnswer\" itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/Answer\"\u003e\n    \u003cdiv itemprop=\"text\"\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe extra thickness provides slightly better puncture resistance and durability for extended wear — relevant in dental and surgical-adjacent environments where tools present greater puncture risk. Thinner 4-mil gloves offer more tactile sensitivity; the 5.9 mil is the standard balance for clinical use.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv itemscope itemprop=\"mainEntity\" itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/Question\"\u003e\n  \u003ch3 itemprop=\"name\"\u003eCan these be used for food handling?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n  \u003cdiv itemscope itemprop=\"acceptedAnswer\" itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/Answer\"\u003e\n    \u003cdiv itemprop=\"text\"\u003e\u003cp\u003eYes — powder-free nitrile is FDA 21 CFR 177.2600 compliant for food contact. However, at 5.9 mil these are heavier than typical food-service gloves. For high-volume food prep where thinner dexterity is preferred, the \u003ca href=\"\/products\/ammex-nitrile-gloves-3-mil-food-safe\"\u003eAMMEX 3 mil Food Safe\u003c\/a\u003e is better suited.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv itemscope itemprop=\"mainEntity\" itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/Question\"\u003e\n  \u003ch3 itemprop=\"name\"\u003eWhy are the gloves purple?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n  \u003cdiv itemscope itemprop=\"acceptedAnswer\" itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/Answer\"\u003e\n    \u003cdiv itemprop=\"text\"\u003e\u003cp\u003ePurple is the healthcare industry's de facto visual indicator for latex-free nitrile exam gloves. It allows staff to instantly confirm glove type at a glance — important in allergy-sensitive clinical environments where latex and non-latex gloves may both be present.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv itemscope itemprop=\"mainEntity\" itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/Question\"\u003e\n  \u003ch3 itemprop=\"name\"\u003eWhat sizes are available?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n  \u003cdiv itemscope itemprop=\"acceptedAnswer\" itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/Answer\"\u003e\n    \u003cdiv itemprop=\"text\"\u003e\u003cp\u003eHALYARD PURPLE NITRILE exam gloves are available in Small, Medium, Large, and X-Large. Select your size through the Amazon product listing. The 9.5-inch ambidextrous cuff fits both hands.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv itemscope itemprop=\"mainEntity\" itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/Question\"\u003e\n  \u003ch3 itemprop=\"name\"\u003eAre these sterile or non-sterile?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n  \u003cdiv itemscope itemprop=\"acceptedAnswer\" itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/Answer\"\u003e\n    \u003cdiv itemprop=\"text\"\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe standard Purple Nitrile (55082\/55083) is non-sterile. Halyard also offers the Purple Nitrile-Xtra in a sterile individually-wrapped version (14261\/14263) with a 12-inch extended cuff for higher-risk procedures. The non-sterile version is appropriate for standard examination use.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv itemscope itemprop=\"mainEntity\" itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/Question\"\u003e\n  \u003ch3 itemprop=\"name\"\u003eHow do these compare to vinyl or latex exam gloves?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n  \u003cdiv itemscope itemprop=\"acceptedAnswer\" itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/Answer\"\u003e\n    \u003cdiv itemprop=\"text\"\u003e\u003cp\u003eNitrile outperforms vinyl in puncture resistance and chemical barrier and outperforms latex for allergy-sensitive use. \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/vinyl-gloves\"\u003eVinyl gloves\u003c\/a\u003e are lower cost for low-risk tasks; \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/latex-gloves\"\u003elatex gloves\u003c\/a\u003e provide slightly higher elasticity but carry allergy risk. For clinical examination use, nitrile is the standard specification.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv itemscope itemprop=\"mainEntity\" itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/Question\"\u003e\n  \u003ch3 itemprop=\"name\"\u003eCan I buy a case instead of a single box?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n  \u003cdiv itemscope itemprop=\"acceptedAnswer\" itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/Answer\"\u003e\n    \u003cdiv itemprop=\"text\"\u003e\u003cp\u003eYes. Halyard Purple Nitrile is available in single boxes (100 count) and cases of 500 through the Amazon listing. Select the appropriate quantity for your facility's volume needs.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003cscript type=\"application\/ld+json\"\u003e\n{\n  \"@context\": \"https:\/\/schema.org\",\n  \"@type\": \"FAQPage\",\n  \"mainEntity\": [\n    {\"@type\": \"Question\", \"name\": \"Are Halyard Purple Nitrile gloves FDA-cleared for medical examination?\", \"acceptedAnswer\": {\"@type\": \"Answer\", \"text\": \"Yes. 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