Meditrade Nitril Viola Nitrile Examination and Protective Gloves, Purple, Powder-free, Box of 1,000 (sizes XS to XL), 1285X

As well as black, white and blue, a bold colour such as violet often ensures the quickest recognition in day-to-day work, whether at a specific station, in a particular treatment room or simply to stand out visually from other glove colours. Meditrade Nitril Viola nitrile examination and protective gloves are powder-free, latex-free, disposable nitrile gloves in violet, available in sizes XS to XL, sold in boxes of 1,000 (10 packs of 100).

Latex-free with an additional polymer coating

The glove is made from nitrile butadiene rubber (NBR) containing the following ingredients: antioxidant, sulphur, zinc oxide, zinc diethyldithiocarbamate, zinc dibutyl dithiocarbamate, titanium dioxide, potassium hydroxide and colour pigment, supplemented by an additional polymer coating which, according to the data sheets analysed, is not listed separately for the other colours in the Meditrade nitrile range. It is free from mercaptobenzothiazole and thiurams.

Thickness from the cuff to the fingertip

According to the data sheet, the thickness at the cuff is 0.05 mm (± 0.02 mm), at the palm 0.07 mm (± 0.02 mm) and at the fingertip 0.10 mm (± 0.02 mm), the same gradation as for the other colours in the nitrile range. The tear strength is at least 6 N both before and after artificial ageing, tested with an AQL value of 1.5.

The effect of the additional polymer coating

According to the list of ingredients, the polymer coating is a distinctive feature of the Nitril Viola compared with the other colours in the same Meditrade range. In nitrile gloves, such a surface coating is usually intended to make the gloves easier to put on and to influence surface friction without altering the thickness of the underlying material. As regards the barrier performance itself, the key parameters such as thickness, tear strength and AQL remain identical to those of the other colours in the range.

Class I medical device and Category III PPE

The Nitrile Viola is classified as a Class I medical device in accordance with Regulation (EU) 2017/745 and as Category III personal protective equipment in accordance with Regulation (EU) 2016/425. It complies with EN 455 (Parts 1 to 4), EN 374-1, -2, -4 and -5, EN 16523-1 for chemical permeation, EN ISO 21420 and ASTM 1671 (ISO 16604) for the penetration of blood-borne pathogens, and is manufactured under a quality management system certified to EN ISO 13485:2016.

Selection guide: choosing the right size

Sizes range from XS to XL, with widths from under 80 mm for XS to over 110 mm for XL.

Differentiation within the nitrile range

Within our Meditrade nitrile range, the Nitril Viola shares the same thickness grades as the white Meditrade Nitril 3000 and the black Meditrade Nitril Black, but differs in that it features an additional polymer coating and has passed the ASTM-1671 test for protection against blood-borne pathogens. Those requiring an even wider range of sizes up to XXL will find this in the Meditrade Nitrile NextGen. For organisations that also prioritise biodegradability, the Meditrade Nitrile GreenGen offers a green variant that has been tested in accordance with ASTM D5526 and D5511.

Use, storage, shelf life and disposal

According to the data sheet, the shelf life is 3 or 5 years, provided the gloves are stored in a cool, dry place and protected from direct sunlight. The gloves are non-sterile, ambidextrous and intended for single use. After use, the gloves are disposed of as clinical waste or via the internal hazardous waste disposal system, depending on the level of contamination.

Typical applications

The purple colour is suitable wherever a clear visual distinction from other glove colours is required:

• Facilities with multiple colours of nitrile gloves, where purple is specifically allocated to a particular ward or shift
• Examination and care activities with additional requirements for barrier protection against blood-borne pathogens
• Laboratory and routine tasks where a latex-free, visually distinctive glove is required
• Training and educational settings where a striking colour is intended to draw attention specifically to a particular exercise or station

For example, in a workplace using several colours from the nitrile range, it is possible to see at a glance which station or shift is currently working with the violet colour, without the colour presenting any technical disadvantages. The additional ASTM 1671 test also makes the colour suitable for areas with an increased risk of exposure, where a higher level of barrier protection is required anyway.

Violet as part of a wider colour family

In our range, violet is featured not only in the nitrile gloves but also in the Unigloves Pearl range. Anyone already working with a colour-coded system should therefore decide in advance whether violet should be used within the nitrile family or as a standalone colour across multiple glove types, in order to avoid confusion between different material qualities. As latex and nitrile gloves have different protective properties and allergy risks, a single colour should not be used to represent both material groups simultaneously without clear internal guidelines.

Assessing requirements correctly: from the box to the rotation routine

Nitrile Viola is sold exclusively in cartons containing 1,000 gloves per size, divided into 10 packs of 100 each, which can be made available independently at different workstations without opening the entire carton. A simple rough calculation helps with demand planning: assuming a consumption of 10 gloves per workstation per day, a pack of 100 covers around two working weeks, whilst the whole box covers around 20 working weeks. If consumption is higher, at 30 gloves per workstation per day, one pack will last for around three to four working days, whilst the box will last for a good six to seven working weeks. For businesses with multiple workstations, the same calculation can be multiplied by the number of workstations to roughly estimate requirements for a specific period. Individual packs cannot be selected separately during the ordering process, even though they can be opened and used independently of one another in the workplace.

Frequently asked questions about Nitril Viola

Are Nitril Viola gloves latex-free?
Yes, the gloves are made entirely of nitrile.

What is the glove’s medical device class and PPE category?
Medical device Class I in accordance with Regulation (EU) 2017/745 and Personal Protective Equipment Category III in accordance with Regulation (EU) 2016/425.

How thick is the glove?
The thickness is 0.05 mm on the back of the hand, 0.07 mm on the palm and 0.10 mm at the fingertips, with a tolerance of ± 0.02 mm in each case.

Has the glove been tested against blood-borne pathogens?
Yes, according to the data sheet in accordance with ASTM 1671 (ISO 16604).

Are the gloves sterile?
No, they are non-sterile, single-use gloves.

Can I order a single pack of 100 instead of the whole box?
No, the product is sold exclusively in boxes containing 1,000 pieces per size (10 packs of 100 pieces each).

What distinguishes the polymer coating from the other nitrile colours?
According to the list of ingredients, it is a distinctive feature of Nitril Viola and primarily affects the surface properties; the core specifications such as thickness and tear strength remain identical to those of the other colours.

Technical details

Scope of delivery

• 1 carton = 10 packs of 100 pieces each = 1,000 pieces of Meditrade Nitril Viola nitrile examination and protective gloves (size as per variant selection)

Individual requirements and procurement service

Do you require larger quantities or a different colour from the Meditrade nitrile range for your colour-coding? Our procurement service will be happy to assist you in making the right choice.