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Gloves made of DuPont™ Kevlar® fibre Questions & Answers

Can I wash a glove made of 100% Kevlar®?

Answer: Kevlar® fibre can either be water-washed or dry-cleaned many times without affecting the cut resistance or thermal properties. You should contact your glove manufacturer for laundering instructions.

Where can I buy gloves of Kevlar®?

Answer: DuPont supplies Kevlar® brand fibre to other manufacturers who make gloves of Kevlar®. You can buy gloves of Kevlar® from industrial distributors – use our Where to Buy tool to find a company offering coverage in your area.

How can gloves of Kevlar® save me money?

Answer: Even though gloves made of Kevlar® fibre may cost more per pair than cotton or leather gloves, their durability means that you will not have to replace them as frequently, resulting in an overall saving.
 

  • Kevlar® Cut Technology

    For thousands of workers in the aerospace, electronics, metal fabrication, glass handling and automotive industries, cut-resistant protection accessories made of Kevlar® fibre help provide the strength they need to do the job in hand.

  • Kevlar® Armor Technology

    For high-risk operations that involve sharp metal, glass hazards and abrasives, DuPont created Kevlar® Armor Technology. Used in the manufacture of protective gloves and garments, it helps manufacturers address the highest cut performance standards.

  • Kevlar® Thermal Protection Products Gloves & Sleeves

    For hot surface contact hazards present in metal and glass forming foundries, DuPont created terry cloth made of Kevlar® fibre for use in heat-resistant gloves. Heavyweight gloves and mitts composed of 100% Kevlar® terry cloth and Kevlar® blends help offer a high level of protection for high-heat applications.

  • Kevlar® Clean Technology

    Because low-contamination environments can also present many hazards that can result in burns, cuts, and gashes, DuPont created Kevlar® Clean Technology — it is a low-lint continuous filament fibre that helps offer superior protection while reducing contaminants.

  • Tyvek® Classic Xpert Coveralls

    DuPont™ Tyvek® Classic Xpert garments offer reliable protection for occupations that involve threats ranging from chemical handling, asbestos, pharmaceutical or radioactive particulate exposure to biological protection.