Which materials provide the best protection from pesticides when the label references Chemical Resistance Category 'D'?

• A. Nitrile rubber.
• B. Barrier laminate or butyl rubber.
• C. Latex.
• D. Vinyl.

Answer: (B)

Chemical resistance Category D signals the strongest protection expected for that chemical. For gloves, materials that meet this highest level are barrier laminate or butyl rubber. They’re designed to resist a wide range of pesticides and solvents and have longer breakthrough times, so they keep protecting your skin longer during exposure. Latex and vinyl generally offer poorer resistance and can break through more quickly, while nitrile is good but may not provide the same level of protection as barrier laminate or butyl for all pesticides covered by Category D. So, barrier laminate or butyl rubber provide the best protection.