Chemotherapy gloves are nitrile examination gloves specified for handling cytotoxic and chemotherapy drugs. Phil Industries stocks the Polyco Healthline range in Singapore for hospital pharmacies, oncology wards and compounding units, with delivery across Southeast Asia. Every glove here is nitrile and latex-free — the material used for cytotoxic handling.
The standard that matters: ASTM D6978
For chemotherapy work, general chemical resistance is not enough. ASTM D6978 is the standard that specifically tests a glove against chemotherapy-drug permeation, so a glove tested to it carries the strongest evidence for cytotoxic use.
| Glove | Evidence | Best for |
|---|---|---|
| SafeDon SD91E | Tested to ASTM D6978 | Cytotoxic administration and ward use |
| Bodyguards GL891 | Tested to ASTM D6978, long cuff | Extended forearm coverage in oncology and pharmacy |
| INtouch V | Sterile (irradiation) | Aseptic compounding of cytotoxic preparations |
Why nitrile, and why latex-free
- Nitrile — resists chemical and drug permeation better than latex, which is why the chemotherapy gloves in this range are all nitrile.
- Latex-free — removes natural-latex allergy risk for staff, and it is standard practice in cytotoxic handling.
- Powder-free — avoids powder carrying contamination onto preparations and surfaces.
The wider chemotherapy gloves range
Alongside the ASTM D6978 and sterile options, the Nitrex, HandSafe and Finite P nitrile examination gloves also state suitability for cytotoxic and chemotherapy drugs based on their EN ISO 374 chemical-resistance rating. For the full selection logic, see our safety glove buyer’s guide, which includes a chapter on cytotoxic glove selection.
Frequently asked questions
Are these chemotherapy gloves proven for chemotherapy drugs?
The SafeDon SD91E and Bodyguards GL891 are tested to ASTM D6978, the chemotherapy-drug permeation standard; the wider nitrile range states cytotoxic suitability via its EN ISO 374 rating. Always confirm the glove against your institution’s protocol and the specific drugs handled.
Which glove suits pharmacy compounding?
For aseptic compounding of cytotoxic preparations, use the sterile INtouch V; for non-sterile administration, the ASTM D6978-tested SafeDon SD91E and Bodyguards GL891 are the reference choices.
Do you supply hospitals and pharmacies in Singapore?
Yes — Phil Industries is the authorised Polyco Healthline distributor in Singapore, supplying oncology and pharmacy teams ex-stock, with delivery across Southeast Asia.
Important: glove selection for cytotoxic work must follow your institution’s own protocol, including double-gloving and change-out frequency where required. Not sure which to specify? Call +65 6555 1745 or WhatsApp +65 9853 9030.
