Latex gloves have two problems. Many people develop allergies to them, and they can corrode and fail unexpectedly when exposed to certain chemicals. A better choice, are Nitrile Gloves. They are similar to rubber, far more chemical resistant and more durable. I buy disposable nitrile gloves from a medical supply house - you can find these in any city. You can also get them from mail order chemical safety/police supply and other similar firms. If they are good enough for a coroner, they are good enough for me. They cost about 30-40% more than latex (about $11-$13 per 100 pair).(posted 8319 days ago)