MCR Safety 9273SPUS CutPro A9 Sandy PU FDA-Accepted Gloves — Small

MCR Safety 9273SPUS CutPro A9 Sandy PU FDA-Accepted Gloves — Small

The MCR Safety 9273SPUS CutPro A9 Sandy PU FDA-Accepted Gloves in Small deliver the highest ANSI/ISEA 105 A9 cut resistance in a food-safe, pharmaceutical-grade hand protection solution engineered for demanding industrial environments. Built on a 13-gauge HyperMax HPPE shell with a sandy polyurethane palm coating, SKU 9273SPUS meets FDA acceptance standards for direct food contact — making it a go-to glove for food processing lines, pharmaceutical packaging, and clean-room assembly operations. For workers who handle sharp edges, glass, blades, or fine metal components while maintaining strict hygiene compliance, the 9273SPUS provides unmatched cut protection without sacrificing dexterity or comfort during extended production shifts.

Key Features

• ANSI/ISEA 105 A9 Cut Resistance — the highest standardized cut level, engineered to stop even the most aggressive cutting hazards on the production floor
• 13-Gauge HyperMax HPPE Shell — ultra-fine knit construction balances superior cut protection with close-fitting dexterity for small parts handling
• Sandy Polyurethane Palm Coating — provides a secure, tactile grip on both dry and lightly oily surfaces, reducing dropped components and product damage
• FDA-Accepted Materials — safe for direct food contact applications; compliant with food processing and pharmaceutical industry hygiene requirements
• Small Size (Size 6) — precision-fit for workers with smaller hands, ensuring full dexterity without bunching or excess material at the fingertips
• Lightweight & Breathable — thin-gauge construction promotes airflow and reduces hand fatigue during full-shift wear
• Seamless Knit Liner — eliminates internal seam irritation, critical for all-day use in high-production settings
• Machine Washable — easy laundering extends glove life and maintains hygienic standards across repeated use cycles

Detailed Description

MCR Safety's CutPro line represents the company's highest-performance cut-resistant portfolio, and the 9273SPUS sits at the apex of that lineup. The glove's 13-gauge HyperMax HPPE fiber is a proprietary high-performance polyethylene blend engineered to deliver A9-rated cut resistance — a rating that requires a blade to apply over 6,000 grams of force before cutting through the material. This places the 9273SPUS firmly in the category of protective gear designed for the sharpest, most hazardous cutting environments in industrial manufacturing.

What distinguishes the 9273SPUS within the A9 category is its dual compliance positioning: it is simultaneously a high-cut-protection industrial glove and an FDA-accepted food-contact glove. Many manufacturers working across food processing, meat cutting, bakery production, pharmaceutical tablet handling, or nutraceutical packaging must balance OSHA hand protection requirements with FDA food safety regulations. The 9273SPUS eliminates the need to compromise between the two.

The sandy polyurethane coating applied to the palm and fingers provides a textured grip surface that performs reliably across dry and slightly oily conditions. Unlike smooth PU coatings, the sandy finish adds microscopic grip points that improve object retention — critical when handling slippery packaged goods, wet produce containers, or small pharmaceutical components. The coating is thin enough to allow fingertip sensitivity for precise manipulation while providing a meaningful barrier layer against minor abrasion and liquid splash.

The seamless 13-gauge knit shell means there are no internal seam ridges to cause irritation over a long production shift. Combined with the breathable open-back design, the 9273SPUS reduces heat buildup significantly compared to heavier-duty cut-resistant alternatives, keeping workers comfortable and productive from first break to end of shift.

Applications and Use Cases

• Food Processing Plants — meat slicing, fish filleting, produce preparation, and packaging line operations requiring FDA-compliant cut protection
• Pharmaceutical Manufacturing — tablet and capsule packaging, glass vial handling, blister pack assembly, and lab sample preparation
• Nutraceutical & Supplement Production — clean-room and controlled-environment assembly where both cut hazards and contamination risks are present
• Glass Handling — flat glass fabrication, glazing, and mirror installation where A9-level cut resistance is required to manage sharp glass edges
• Sheet Metal Fabrication — stamping, forming, and assembly operations involving raw metal blanks or sharp burrs
• Electronics Assembly — precision circuit board handling, component insertion, and wire management in facilities requiring contamination control
• Aerospace Component Manufacturing — handling composites, carbon fiber, and precision metal parts with stringent quality and safety requirements

Specifications

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Frequently Asked Questions

Are the MCR Safety 9273SPUS gloves safe for direct food contact?

Yes. The 9273SPUS is manufactured with FDA-accepted materials, making it compliant for use in direct food contact applications including meat processing, produce handling, and pharmaceutical packaging operations.

What is ANSI A9 cut resistance and why does it matter for food processing?

ANSI/ISEA 105 A9 is the highest cut resistance level in the standard, requiring over 6,000 grams of blade force to cut through the glove material. For food processing workers using sharp knives, slicing equipment, or handling deboning tools, A9 protection significantly reduces the risk of laceration injuries.

What does 13-gauge HyperMax HPPE mean?

Gauge refers to the knit density of the glove shell — 13-gauge means a finer, tighter knit than lower-gauge gloves, which translates to better dexterity and tactile sensitivity. HyperMax HPPE is MCR Safety's proprietary high-performance polyethylene fiber engineered specifically for maximum cut resistance with minimal glove bulk.

Can the 9273SPUS be washed and reused?

Yes. The 9273SPUS is machine washable, which is essential for maintaining hygiene standards in food processing and pharmaceutical environments. Regular laundering extends glove service life while keeping the glove compliant with cleanliness requirements.

Is the sandy polyurethane coating appropriate for wet or oily conditions?

The sandy PU coating performs best in dry to slightly oily conditions. It provides improved grip over smooth PU finishes in light moisture situations, but for heavily wet environments, a nitrile foam or latex coating would be more appropriate.

How does Small sizing compare to standard glove sizing?

The Small size (Size 6) corresponds to a hand circumference of approximately 7 inches measured around the palm. It is designed to fit snugly without bunching, ensuring full dexterity and preventing glove material from getting caught in machinery.

Are bulk or case pricing options available for the 9273SPUS?

Yes. WC Safety offers volume pricing for facility managers and procurement teams purchasing cut-resistant gloves in quantity. Contact our team through the website for case pricing, blanket orders, and scheduled delivery programs tailored to your facility's needs.