Resources

The Right Glove for Every Job: Why Hand Protection Matters

Cuts, chemicals, heat, cold and impact all call for different protection. Learn how to match the glove to the hazard, and explore our expanded SHOWA® range.

The ECO MDS Story: From Protecting People to Protecting the Planet

How decades of experience in workplace safety distribution led to ECO MDS and a full line of environmentally responsible alternatives.

Biodegradable Products Flyer

A quick overview of our biodegradable gloves and supplies, handy for sharing with purchasing, safety and sustainability teams.

SHOWA® 6112PF Biodegradable EBT Nitrile Gloves, 4-mil

Single-use black nitrile with Eco Best Technology® that breaks down faster in landfill conditions, with the protection, fit and dexterity your team relies on.

Micro-Pak® Dri Clay® Kraft Biodegradable Desiccants, 1 Gram

All-natural clay desiccants in biodegradable kraft packets that protect shipments from mold, moisture and corrosion across global supply chains.

Traffi® TG6240 LXT® Carbon Neutral A5 Cut Gloves

Certified carbon neutral, ANSI A5 cut protection with a MicroDex nitrile palm for grip in wet, dry and oily conditions. Touchscreen compatible.

Portwest® Planet AP18 Bio-Based A3 Safety Gloves

A3 cut-resistant shell made from recycled PET water bottles, with a microfoam nitrile palm for ultra-high dexterity and an antimicrobial finish.

SHOWA® N-DEX® 7700PFT Accelerator-Free Gloves

Biodegradable black nitrile made without chemical accelerators, a smart choice for workers with sensitive skin.

SHOWA® N-DEX® 9700PF Extended Cuff Gloves, 6-mil

Heavier 6-mil biodegradable nitrile with an 11-inch cuff for extra forearm coverage in demanding tasks.

Switching a Food Processing Line to Biodegradable Nitrile Gloves

How a high-volume food line can keep food-safe protection while cutting glove waste with SHOWA® EBT biodegradable nitrile.

Reducing Skin Irritation and Glove Waste in a Clinical Laboratory

Accelerator-free biodegradable nitrile and the right specialty gloves solve both comfort and waste for lab teams.

Carbon Neutral Cut Protection for a Metal Fabrication Plant

Matching every task to the right ANSI cut level with carbon neutral Traffi® LXT® gloves.

Food Processing & Foodservice

Compostable serveware, food-safe gloves and cut-resistant liners that support hygiene standards and sustainability goals together.

Recommended products

• EcoSmart® Compostable Food Trays, 1-lb
• Traffi® TG710 Carbon Neutral A5 Cut Liner
• Portwest® Planet AP10 Bamboo Gloves

Laboratories, Healthcare & Dental

Exam, cleanroom and sensitive-skin gloves plus bamboo toothbrushes for clinics, labs and dental offices that want less waste.

Recommended products

• SW® PowerChem® PC-95GR Neoprene Exam Gloves
• SW® PowerChem® EcoTek® Cleanroom Gloves
• OraBrite® Bamboo Adult Soft Toothbrushes

Manufacturing & Industrial

Cut-resistant, impact-resistant and general purpose work gloves with a lower environmental impact, built for demanding production floors.

Recommended products

• Traffi® TG5545 Carbon Neutral Impact A5 Gloves
• SW® TotalForm® TF-44BK EcoTek® A4 Gloves
• SHOWA® Recycled MFT PRO GP264E Gloves

Packaging & Global Shipping

Keep products dry from warehouse to destination with biodegradable desiccants, and swap plastic for recyclable paper bags.

Recommended products

• Micro-Pak® Dri Clay® Desiccants, 1 Gram
• Duro Bag® Kraft 1/6 BBL Paper Bags

Agriculture & Growers

Durable, carbon neutral hand protection for planting, trimming, harvesting and everyday work in the field or greenhouse.

Recommended products

• Traffi® TG7360 LXT® Carbon Neutral A6 Gloves
• Traffi® TG5360 LXT® Carbon Neutral A3 Gloves
• Traffi® TG1360 LXT® Carbon Neutral A1 Gloves

Facilities, Public Works & Janitorial

Compostable liners, biodegradable litter bags and recycled hi-vis apparel for cleaning crews, parks and facility teams.

Recommended products

• BioStar® Compostable Can Liners, 10 Gal
• Dogipot® Smart Litter Pick Up Bags™
• Portwest® Planet EC76 Hi-Vis Vests, Class 2