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Originally Posted by sled
Come on guys, just stick to the latex ones and skip the nitrile ones.
The nitrile ones aren't biodegradable. Latex is.
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For this application, nitrile is still trumps. Its the only solution for folks who need high sensitivity/tactility when working on their cars (exposed to oils and mild chemicals), mechanic's gloves not being able to give you enough feel. This is true when working with small pieces like bearings and such. I try to keep a box of nitriles handy in the garage.
For medical applications, a good low protein and low powder latex glove is recommended because of their cost, barrier effectiveness and as you mention it, biodegradability. Nitrile is a good high end choice especially for allergic individuals but latex is still tops.