This is a common question that can have multiple different answers, which in theory all come down to the industry or sector specific to the user, there are multiple situations where this is an absolute no go, healthcare is a brilliant example of this as is the food industry.
When it comes to other industries like motor vehicle, mechanics, automotive body shops, hydraulic workers and more there need for one time use gloves doesn't apply as much.
Perfect example for this and main reason people use single use disposable gloves is due to infection barrier through the Nitrile material, they offer the greatest Defence against infections, blood & chemicals all while remaining comfortable and easy to still carry out your daily tasks, health care workers including dentist, doctors, surgeons, nurses and even tattoo artist all deal with infections and blood on a daily basis where the gloves cannot be reused and in no circumstances should be ever.
On the other hand when you move to the opposite side of the spectrum for heavy duty users the requirement to be a one time wear is not required, the gloves are usually thicker and of a stronger material meaning if the glove does not rip or tear it can be washed and maybe reused to save waste. It is not un common to see gloves that are thicker to be used multiple times and even over days, this however is not advised but is possible should the user take care of them and stay away from sharp objects.
Is there a difference in glove material and quality?
There most certainly is, there is a common term which is used on a daily basis and that is "you get what you pay for" meaning if a box of gloves is a few pounds to buy then it is probably not the greatest of material and will not last the job or procedure you are about to put them through, now this doesn't mean that just because you buy the most expensive box they will not rip or tear it just means they will be less likely too and last longer. But it also comes down to situational circumstances, what are you doing, what's the need? if you are fixing teeth you are probably not going to need a £22.50 a box glove, you might want to opt for a £5.99 box as they do not need to be heavy duty, but often you will find people buying the £5.99 box to do the job of the £22.50 box and they do not last leaving the user frustrated and out of pocket.
There is some really good brands and quality of glove on the market but just make sure you do the research first, but also pay attention to the price. Why is that box more than the other they look the same glove... But are they? pay close attention to the mils thickness of the glove anything over 6 - 7 mils is heavy duty, anything over 3 will serve you well within a health care setting.
What are the main industries that use nitrile Gloves?
There are multiple industries that require this style of material and the benefits include high level of chemical and puncture resistance, oil proof, grease proof, waterproof and dexterity.
Industries that require these gloves would be Doctors, dentist, vets, surgeons, nurses, tattoo artist, beautician, healthcare workers, food industry, mechanics, industrial workers, hydraulic workers and so many more.
Where do I find a site that offers these variations?
There are multiple places online that show and stock various gloves and cater for all industries, below is a link to site that offers many variations of the disposable gloves for light use all the way to heavy duty users, click the link below to see and learn more.