food safe

What is a vinyl glove? A vinyl glove is made from Poly Vinyl Chloride (PVC). It is typically a cheaper quality thin glove which is worn in instances where regular changing of gloves is required. Usually due to environments where multiple ingredients in use, cannot mix and become contaminated.

Vinyl gloves have gradually been replaced with Nitrile gloves. Nitrile is a synthetic rubber which is stronger, thicker and food safe.

Vinyl gloves are not as popular as they were, due to their quality. The material tends to be less elastic and breaks frequently, often when first donned. In addition to this, the material is slightly porous, meaning they can absorb moisture which is a contamination risk. However, as they are only worn for a short period of time, this often isn’t too serious.

A mixed vinyl and nitrile glove is often more appropriate as the quality is enhanced. Besides the strength the glove is more flexible, this means donning the glove i

You may have always thought these two terms meant the same thing. Or maybe you know they’re different but not sure what each one means.

So, what does each one actually mean?

In short, food grade means that the material is suitable to come into direct contact with food.

And food safe means that the food grade material and finished product is suitable for it’s intended use and will not create a food safety hazard.

The key difference here is regarding materials, and finished products.

Food grade typically refers to a material, and essentially states that the material doesn’t contain any toxins or dangerous substances. For something to be considered food grade, the material must be able to be cleaned effectively, and not allow any foreign particles to find their way into food. Generally, the surface should be smooth and free of any imperfections such as cracks, ridges or crevices, where bacteria could grow.

When this material is used to creat