What type of gloves should be worn when handling highly toxic pesticides?

• A. Unlined neoprene gloves
• B. Latex gloves
• C. Nitrile gloves
• D. Vinyl gloves

Answer: (A)

When dealing with highly toxic pesticides, the goal is to keep skin completely protected by a glove material that resists the chemical and won’t break down quickly. Unlined neoprene gloves are recommended because neoprene provides strong chemical resistance to a wide range of pesticides and solvents, and being unlined avoids extra layers that can trap residues or reduce barrier integrity. Latex and vinyl gloves often offer less chemical resistance and can deteriorate or permeate more quickly when exposed to highly toxic formulations. Nitrile can be resistant as well, but for certain highly toxic pesticides, neoprene tends to give the most reliable protection. Always match glove material to the specific pesticide’s resistance data and pick an appropriate thickness, replacing gloves promptly if there’s any sign of breakthrough.