Portwest GP Grip 21 Nitrile Micro Foam Glove

When the task demands fingertip sensitivity, hygiene compliance, and all-day wearability in a single glove, the Portwest A377 GP Grip 21 Nitrile Micro Foam Glove delivers on every count. Built on an ultra-fine 21-gauge liner, certified CE food-safe, OEKO-TEX® STANDARD 100 approved, and finished with an anti-microbial Texpel Micro treatment that eliminates 99.9% of bacteria, the A377 is engineered for precision professionals who cannot compromise on hygiene, comfort, or performance.

A Glove Built Around Precision and Hygiene

21-Gauge Liner — The Ultimate in Thin, Lightweight Protection

The 21-gauge liner represents the finest knit construction available in professional work gloves. Advanced knitting technology produces a fabric that is exceptionally thin and lightweight while maintaining the structural integrity required for daily industrial and food-safe use. The result is a glove that feels closer to a second skin than a piece of PPE — maximising tactile feedback, finger sensitivity, and precision control in tasks where a thicker glove would be a performance liability. Combined with latex-free elastane for stretch and fit retention, the 21-gauge liner conforms closely to the hand's natural contours, reducing the internal movement that causes blistering and fatigue during extended wear.

Anti-Microbial Texpel Micro Finish — 99.9% Bacteria Elimination

The A377 features a Texpel Micro anti-microbial treatment certified to eliminate 99.9% of bacteria from the glove's surface. In food processing, pharmaceutical, laboratory, and cleanroom environments where microbial contamination is a critical risk, this treatment provides an active hygiene barrier that passive glove materials cannot offer. The Texpel Micro finish is integrated into the fabric, maintaining its anti-microbial efficacy through repeated use and washing — the A377 is certified to EN 388 after 3 washes, confirming performance is sustained beyond initial use.

CE Food-Safe Certified — Cleared for Food Contact Environments

The A377 holds CE food-safe certification, making it suitable for direct and indirect food contact applications across food processing, production, packaging, and catering environments. For procurement and compliance managers working to food safety standards, this certification — combined with the anti-microbial finish and OEKO-TEX® approval — makes the A377 one of the most comprehensively validated food-industry gloves available at this gauge.

OEKO-TEX® STANDARD 100 Approved — Free From Harmful Substances

OEKO-TEX® STANDARD 100 certification confirms that every material used in the A377 has been independently tested and verified free from harmful substances at levels that could affect human health. For employers with occupational skin health obligations, workers with sensitive skin, or organisations operating in regulated environments, this provides a credible and independently audited assurance of material safety.

100% Latex Free & DMF Free

The A377 is 100% latex free, eliminating the risk of Type I latex allergy reactions — a significant occupational health consideration in workplaces where latex sensitivity affects a proportion of the workforce. It is also DMF (dimethylfumarate) free, removing another common cause of chemical contact dermatitis associated with glove materials. Combined with its dermatological approval, the A377 is among the most thoroughly assessed gloves available for skin-safety compliance.

Washed Nitrile Micro Foam Coating — Precision Grip on Any Surface

The washed nitrile micro foam coating delivers consistent, reliable grip across dry, wet, and oily surfaces — the three primary conditions encountered in food, laboratory, and light industrial environments. The micro foam structure creates a fine, textured contact surface that channels away moisture and maintains grip integrity without the thick, stiff coating that would compromise the 21-gauge liner's exceptional dexterity. Nitrile's inherent resistance to oils, fuels, acids, and alkalis also extends the A377's utility into chemical-adjacent handling tasks where grip and chemical contact resistance are both required.

Breathable Moisture Management — Comfort Through the Shift

The A377's breathable, high-wicking moisture management construction actively moves perspiration away from the skin during wear, maintaining a dry, comfortable internal environment throughout the working day. This is a critical performance feature for roles requiring continuous glove wear — reducing the skin maceration and discomfort that lead workers to remove gloves inappropriately and compromise their protection.

Low Linting Construction — Minimal Contamination Risk

The low linting construction minimises fibre particle release during use — an essential requirement in cleanroom, electronics assembly, pharmaceutical, and food environments where airborne or surface contamination from glove materials must be controlled. For ISO-classified environments or HACCP-managed food production, this property directly supports contamination control protocols.

Ergonomic Design — Reduced Hand Fatigue

The A377's ergonomic construction follows the natural resting position of the hand, reducing the muscular effort required to maintain grip and control throughout extended wear. In roles where gloves are worn continuously for multiple hours, this design consideration translates directly into reduced hand fatigue, improved productivity, and better sustained performance toward the end of a shift.

Touchscreen Compatible

The A377 is compatible with most mobile touchscreen devices, allowing workers to interact with smartphones, tablets, scanners, and digital control interfaces without removing their gloves — maintaining protection continuity and reducing task interruption throughout the working day.

Key Features at a Glance

• 21-gauge liner — ultra-fine, lightweight, skin-close precision fit
• Anti-microbial Texpel Micro finish — eliminates 99.9% of bacteria
• CE food-safe certified — suitable for direct and indirect food contact
• OEKO-TEX® STANDARD 100 approved — free from harmful substances
• 100% latex free — eliminates latex allergy risk
• DMF free — reduces chemical contact dermatitis risk
• Dermatologically approved — independently confirmed skin-safe
• Washed nitrile micro foam coating — grip in dry, wet, and oily conditions
• ANSI/ISEA 105:2016 Abrasion Level 6 — maximum abrasion resistance
• EN 407:2020 contact heat — protection up to 100°C
• Breathable moisture management — all-day comfort and dryness
• Low linting construction — minimal contamination risk
• Ergonomic design — reduces hand fatigue during extended wear
• Touchscreen compatible — works with most mobile devices
• Certified to EN 388 after 3 washes — sustained performance
• EN ISO 21420:2020 Dexterity Level 5 — maximum hand mobility
• CE certified — EU PPE Regulation compliant

Full Certifications & Standards

Materials

• Nylon — structural strength, flexibility, and tensile integrity within the 21-gauge liner
• Latex-Free Elastane — stretch, close fit, and shape retention without latex allergy risk
• Nitrile Micro Foam — palm coating providing grip, oil resistance, and tactile sensitivity

Who Is the Portwest A377 For?

The A377 is designed for professionals where hygiene compliance, skin safety, and precision handling are the primary requirements. Key industries and applications include:

• Food processing and production — CE food-safe compliance with anti-microbial protection
• Pharmaceutical manufacturing — low linting, OEKO-TEX® approved, anti-microbial
• Laboratory and life sciences — precision handling with contamination control
• Electronics and semiconductor assembly — fine gauge dexterity with low linting
• Cleanroom environments — low contamination risk with maximum tactile sensitivity
• Medical device manufacturing — skin-safe, latex-free, hygiene-certified
• Catering and hospitality — food-safe, comfortable for continuous all-day wear
• Any role requiring precision handling, hygiene compliance, and all-day wearability

Frequently Asked Questions

Is the Portwest A377 food-safe? Yes. The A377 holds CE food-safe certification and is suitable for use in direct and indirect food contact environments, including food processing, production, packaging, and catering applications.

What does the Texpel Micro anti-microbial finish do? The Texpel Micro treatment is an integrated anti-microbial finish that eliminates 99.9% of bacteria from the glove surface, actively reducing microbial contamination risk during use. It is embedded in the fabric and maintains efficacy through repeated washing.

Is the A377 suitable for workers with latex allergies? Yes. The A377 is 100% latex free, completely eliminating the risk of Type I latex hypersensitivity reactions. It is also DMF free, reducing the risk of chemical contact dermatitis associated with some glove materials.

What is the advantage of a 21-gauge liner over 13 or 15-gauge? The finer the gauge, the thinner and lighter the liner — producing a closer fit, greater tactile sensitivity, and better dexterity. The 21-gauge construction of the A377 delivers a skin-close feel that is ideal for precision tasks, although it offers lower mechanical cut protection than thicker gauge gloves and is better suited to light-duty handling applications.

Does the A377 maintain its performance after washing? Yes. The A377 is certified to EN 388 after 3 washes, confirming that its mechanical protection ratings are sustained through laundering — important for garments used in food and hygiene environments where regular washing is required.

What is the product code for this glove? The Portwest GP Grip 21 Nitrile Micro Foam Glove has product code A377.

How does the A377 compare to the A304? Both are CE food-safe certified, but the A377 prioritises precision, hygiene, and all-day comfort with its 21-gauge liner, anti-microbial finish, and low linting construction — making it ideal for food processing, pharmaceuticals, and cleanroom use. The A304's 3/4 dipped extended cuff and Level C cut resistance make it better suited to tasks with higher cut hazards or splash exposure risk.

Product Code: A377 | CE Certified | CE Food-Safe | OEKO-TEX® STANDARD 100 | 100% Latex Free

Always consult your site risk assessment, food safety management system, or cleanroom contamination control protocol when selecting hand protection for hygiene-critical applications.