Are latex gloves safe for food handling?
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 August 14, 2019
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Yes, latex gloves can be used for food handling but it would be advised that powder free varieties are chosen to avoid contamination of food. Latex gloves do offer excellent flexibility and dexterity, however, because of latex allergy issues it would be recommended to use nitrile, vinyl or polyethylene gloves.