ANSI A5 Cut Resistant Gloves
105 gloves that their manufacturers rate ANSI/ISEA 105 cut level A5 — 2,200 to 2,999 grams (4.9 to 6.6 lb) in the ASTM F2992 test. All brands, one list, live prices.
Pick a cut level, coating, glove type, brand or size; the list below narrows as you choose. Prices are live.

105 gloves
Ratings, coatings, gauges and sizes are as published by each manufacturer. Tap a group to open it.
Nitrile18 gloves
- Ansell 065G-09 Ringers R065 Impact Cut Resistant Nitrile Palm Gloves, ANSI A5 — Ansell · ANSI A5 · Nitrile · 13-gauge · Pair
- Ansell 065G-10 Anti-Vibration & Impact Gloves, ANSI A5, Nitrile Coated — Ansell · ANSI A5 · Nitrile · 13-gauge · Pair
- G-Tek CoreShield CS25-7518B Cut Resistant Gloves, ANSI A5 — G-Tek · ANSI A5 (2200 g) · abrasion 3 · puncture 3 · EN 388 4X42E · Nitrile · 18-gauge · Pack
- G-Tek Paradox 09-K3511 Cut Resistant Gloves, ANSI A5 — G-Tek · ANSI A5 (3290 g) · abrasion 4 · puncture 2 · EN 388 4X31E · Nitrile · 21-gauge · Dozen
- G-Tek Paradox 16-351 Cut Resistant Gloves, ANSI A4 — G-Tek · ANSI A5 (2950 g) · abrasion 4 · puncture 3 · EN 388 3X42E · Nitrile · 21-gauge · Dozen
- G-Tek Paradox 16-351HV Cut Resistant Gloves, ANSI A5 — G-Tek · ANSI A5 (2999 g) · abrasion 4 · puncture 3 · EN 388 3X42E · Nitrile · 21-gauge · Dozen
- G-Tek PolyKor 16-635 Cut Resistant Gloves, ANSI A4 — G-Tek · ANSI A5 (2344 g) · abrasion 6 · puncture 3 · EN 388 4X42EX · Nitrile · 13-gauge · Dozen
- G-Tek PolyKor 16-655 Cut Resistant Gloves, ANSI A4, Double-Dipped Nitrile Coated — G-Tek · ANSI A5 (2263 g) · abrasion 3 · puncture 3 · EN 388 4X42 · Nitrile · Dozen
- G-Tek PolyKor 555 Cut Resistant Gloves, ANSI A4, Seamless Knit Blended Glove — G-Tek · ANSI A5 (2822 g) · abrasion 6 · puncture 3 · EN 388 4X42E · Nitrile · 18-gauge · Dozen
- MCR Safety CutPro 92785NF Cut Resistant Gloves, ANSI A5, Nitrile Coated — MCR Safety · ANSI A5 · abrasion 4 · puncture 3 · Nitrile · 18-gauge · Dozen
- MCR Safety CutPro 92901KD Cut Resistant Gloves, ANSI A5, Nitrile Coated — MCR Safety · ANSI A5 · abrasion 3 · puncture 3 · Nitrile · 13-gauge · Dozen
- MCR Safety CutPro 9813NF Cut Resistant Gloves, ANSI A5, Nitrile Coated — MCR Safety · ANSI A5 · abrasion 6 · puncture 3 · Nitrile · 13-gauge · Dozen
- MCR Safety CutPro VP92754BP Cut Resistant Gloves, ANSI A5, Nitrile Coated — MCR Safety · ANSI A5 · abrasion 6 · puncture 3 · Nitrile · 13-gauge · Case
- MCR Safety UT1954 Cut Resistant Gloves, ANSI A5, Nitrile Coated — MCR Safety · ANSI A5 · abrasion 5 · puncture 4 · Nitrile · 13-gauge · Dozen
- MCR Safety UT1955 Cut Resistant Gloves, ANSI A5, Nitrile Coated — MCR Safety · ANSI A5 · abrasion 4 · puncture 4 · Nitrile · 13-gauge · Dozen
- MCR Safety UT1956 Cut Resistant Gloves, ANSI A5, Nitrile Coated — MCR Safety · ANSI A5 · abrasion 4 · puncture 3 · Nitrile · 13-gauge · Dozen
- PIP MaxiCut Ultra 44-5745E Cut Resistant Gloves, ANSI A5, Nitrile Coated — PIP · ANSI A5 · abrasion 4 · puncture 4 · EN 388 4343E · Nitrile · 15-gauge · Dozen
- SHOWA S-TEX581XL-09 S-TEX 581 Hagane Coil Kevlar Cut Resistant Gloves, ANSI A5 — SHOWA · ANSI A5 · Nitrile · 13-gauge · Pair
Polyurethane16 gloves
- Armor Guys 00-853 Cut Resistant Gloves, ANSI A5, Polyurethane Coated — Armor Guys · ANSI A5 · Polyurethane · 15-gauge · Dozen
- Armor Guys 14-520 Cut Resistant Gloves, ANSI A5, Polyurethane Coated — Armor Guys · ANSI A5 · Polyurethane · 15-gauge · Dozen
- DEWALT DPG860 Cut Resistant Gloves, ANSI A5, Polyurethane Coated — DEWALT · ANSI A5 · Polyurethane · Pack
- G-Tek Perfect Fit NPF25-0118N Cut Resistant Gloves, ANSI A5, Polyurethane Coated — G-Tek · ANSI A5 (2999 g) · abrasion 3 · puncture 3 · EN 388 3X42 · Polyurethane · Pack
- G-Tek Perfect Fit NPF25-0118N-V Cut Resistant Gloves, ANSI A5 — G-Tek · ANSI A5 (2999 g) · abrasion 3 · puncture 3 · EN 388 3X42E · Polyurethane · 18-gauge · Dozen
- G-Tek PolyKor 556 Cut Resistant Gloves, ANSI A4, Seamless Knit Blended Glove — G-Tek · ANSI A5 (3406 g) · abrasion 3 · puncture 3 · EN 388 4X42E · Polyurethane · 18-gauge · Dozen
- Liberty Safety X-GRIP LTE 4975 ANSI A5 Gray Polyurethane Cut Resistant Gloves — Liberty Safety · ANSI A5 · abrasion 3 · puncture 4 · EN 388 4X43E · Polyurethane · 13-gauge · Dozen
- MCR Safety CutPro 92738PU Cut Resistant Gloves, ANSI A5, Polyurethane Coated — MCR Safety · ANSI A5 · abrasion 4 · puncture 3 · Polyurethane · 18-gauge · Dozen
- MCR Safety CutPro 92755PU Cut Resistant Gloves, ANSI A5, Polyurethane Coated — MCR Safety · ANSI A5 · abrasion 5 · puncture 4 · Polyurethane · 13-gauge · Dozen
- MCR Safety CutPro 9672DT5PU Cut Resistant Gloves, ANSI A5, Polyurethane Coated — MCR Safety · ANSI A5 · abrasion 4 · puncture 4 · Polyurethane · 10-gauge · Dozen
- MCR Safety CutPro 9828PU Cut Resistant Gloves, ANSI A5, Polyurethane Coated — MCR Safety · ANSI A5 · abrasion 3 · puncture 2 · Polyurethane · 18-gauge · Dozen
- MCR Safety CutPro VP9828PU 18-Gauge ARX Aramid Shell Cut, Abrasion, ANSI A5 — MCR Safety · ANSI A5 · abrasion 3 · puncture 2 · Polyurethane · 18-gauge · Case
- MCR Safety ForceFlex Mechanics FF2931 Predator Mechanics Work Gloves, ANSI A5 — MCR Safety · ANSI A5 · abrasion 4 · puncture 5 · Polyurethane · Pair
- MCR Safety Predator Mechanics PD2911 Cut Resistant Gloves, ANSI A5, Work Gloves — MCR Safety · ANSI A5 · abrasion 4 · puncture 5 · Polyurethane · Pair
- Radians RWG566 Cut Resistant Gloves, ANSI A5, Polyurethane Coated — Radians · ANSI A5 · Polyurethane · 18-gauge · Dozen
- Tillman 556 Glove Accessories, Reversible Aluminized Kevlar Welding Back Hand — Tillman · ANSI A5 · abrasion 3 · puncture 3 · EN 388 4X42E · Polyurethane · 18-gauge
Uncoated11 gloves
- ActivArmr 104425 Cut Resistant Gloves, ANSI A5, Uncoated — ActivArmr · ANSI A5 · Uncoated · 10-gauge · Dozen
- Armor Guys 02-027 Cut Resistant Gloves, ANSI A5, Uncoated — Armor Guys · ANSI A5 · Uncoated · 13-gauge · Dozen
- Armor Guys 20-059 Cut Resistant Gloves, ANSI A5, Uncoated — Armor Guys · ANSI A5 · Uncoated · 15-gauge · Dozen
- Armor Guys 20-159 Cut Resistant Gloves, ANSI A5, Uncoated — Armor Guys · ANSI A5 · Uncoated · 15-gauge · Dozen
- Boss Cut 120-MC1225T High Dexterity Gloves, ANSI A4, Synthetic Microfiber Palm — Boss · ANSI A5 (2439 g) · abrasion 4 · puncture 3 · EN 388 3X22E · Uncoated · Dozen
- Claw Cover 14-ASP700 Cut Resistant Gloves, ANSI A4, Uncoated — Claw Cover · ANSI A5 (2519 g) · Uncoated · 7-gauge · Dozen
- Claw Cover 22-750 Seamless Knit Cut Resistant Fiber Blend Antimicrobial Glove — Claw Cover · ANSI A5 (2850 g) · Uncoated · 13-gauge · Pack
- Claw Cover 22-750G Seamless Knit Cut Resistant Blend, Antimicrobial Glove — Claw Cover · ANSI A5 (2850 g) · Uncoated · 13-gauge · Pack
- G-Tek Paradox 16-051 Cut Resistant Gloves, ANSI A5, Uncoated — G-Tek · ANSI A5 (2999 g) · abrasion 3 · EN 388 3X4XE · Uncoated · 21-gauge · Dozen
- Kut Gard MATA110HA-OERTC2 Cut Resistant Gloves, ANSI A5, Uncoated — Kut Gard · ANSI A5 (2522 g) · abrasion 3 · Uncoated · 7-gauge · Dozen
- Kut Gard MATA50OERTH Cut Resistant Gloves, ANSI A5, Uncoated — Kut Gard · ANSI A5 (2631 g) · abrasion 2 · Uncoated · 7-gauge · Case
Foam Nitrile10 gloves
- Armor Guys 00-850 Cut Resistant Gloves, ANSI A5, Foam Nitrile Coated — Armor Guys · ANSI A5 · Foam Nitrile · 15-gauge · Dozen
- Armor Guys 00-857 Cut Resistant Gloves, ANSI A5, Foam Nitrile Coated — Armor Guys · ANSI A5 · Foam Nitrile · 15-gauge · Dozen
- Armor Guys 04-545 Cut Resistant Gloves, ANSI A5, Full dip — Armor Guys · ANSI A5 · Foam Nitrile · 15-gauge · Dozen
- Armor Guys 04-550 18g ExtraFlex Cut Resistant Black Engineered Glove Liner — Armor Guys · ANSI A5 · Foam Nitrile · 18-gauge · Dozen
- Armor Guys 14-500 Cut Resistant Gloves, ANSI A5, Foam Nitrile Coated — Armor Guys · ANSI A5 · Foam Nitrile · 15-gauge · Dozen
- G-Tek PolyKor 16-354 Cut Resistant Gloves, ANSI A4, Seamless Knit Blended Glove — G-Tek · ANSI A5 (2400 g) · abrasion 6 · puncture 4 · EN 388 4X43 · Foam Nitrile · Dozen
- Radians RWG603 Cut Resistant Gloves, ANSI A5, Foam Nitrile Coated — Radians · ANSI A5 · Foam Nitrile · 13-gauge · Pack
- Radians RWG603R Cut Resistant Gloves, ANSI A5, Foam Nitrile Coated — Radians · ANSI A5 · Foam Nitrile · 15-gauge · Pack
- Radians RWG609 Cut Resistant Gloves, ANSI A5, Foam Nitrile Coated — Radians · ANSI A5 · Foam Nitrile · 13-gauge · Pack
- Radians RWG755 Cut Resistant Gloves, ANSI A5, Foam Nitrile Coated — Radians · ANSI A5 · Foam Nitrile · 13-gauge · Pack
Bi-Polymer3 gloves
- MCR Safety CutPro 92754BP Cut Resistant Gloves, ANSI A5, Bi-Polymer Coated — MCR Safety · ANSI A5 · abrasion 6 · puncture 3 · Bi-Polymer · 13-gauge · Pair
- MCR Safety CutPro 9379BP Cut Resistant Gloves, ANSI A5, Bi-Polymer Coated — MCR Safety · ANSI A5 · abrasion 5 · puncture 3 · Bi-Polymer · 13-gauge · Pair
- MCR Safety Ninja N9690TC Therma Force, Insulated Cut Resistant Work Gloves — MCR Safety · ANSI A5 · abrasion 4 · puncture 4 · Bi-Polymer · 13 / 7-gauge · Pair
Latex1 glove
- G-Tek PolyKor 41-8035 Cold Weather Gloves, ANSI A4, Latex Coated — G-Tek · ANSI A5 (2950 g) · EN 388 3X42 · Latex · Dozen
Neofoam1 glove
- G-Tek PolyKor X7 16-MP585 High Dexterity Gloves, ANSI A4, Impact Protection — G-Tek · ANSI A5 (2300 g) · abrasion 3 · puncture 3 · EN 388 4X42EP · Neofoam · 18-gauge · Pack
Silicone1 glove
- Boss 120-MP2415 High Dexterity Gloves, ANSI A4, Synthetic Leather Palm — Boss · ANSI A5 (2999 g) · abrasion 6 · puncture 4 · EN 388 3X43EP · Silicone · Pack
Coating not stated44 gloves
- 212 Performance IMPC5R-05-0 Cut Resistant Gloves, ANSI A5 — 212 Performance · ANSI A5
- Boss 09-LC571MP High Dexterity Gloves, ANSI A4, UHMWPE Blend Lining and Hi-Vis — Boss · ANSI A5 (2437 g) · abrasion 3 · puncture 3 · EN 388 4X43EP · Pack
- Boss Cut 120-MC1325T High Dexterity Gloves, ANSI A4 — Boss · ANSI A5 (2343 g) · abrasion 6 · puncture 4 · EN 388 3X23E · Dozen
- Boss Xtreme 09-LC533AR High Dexterity Gloves, ANSI A4, Para-Aramid Lining — Boss · ANSI A5 (2742 g) · puncture 3 · EN 388 2X32E · Dozen
- Caiman 1507 Welding Gloves, ANSI A4, Para-Aramid Cut Lining — Caiman · ANSI A5 (2210 g) · Pack
- Caiman 1541 Welding Gloves, ANSI A4 — Caiman · ANSI A5 (2210 g) · Pack
- Caiman 1877 Welding Gloves, ANSI A4 — Caiman · ANSI A5 (2210 g) · Pack
- G-Tek Barracuda 713CFHGWU Cut Resistant Gloves, ANSI A4 — G-Tek · ANSI A5 (2604 g) · abrasion 6 · puncture 3 · EN 388 4X42 · Dozen
- G-Tek CoreShield CS25-7518B-V Cut Resistant Gloves, ANSI A5 — G-Tek · ANSI A5 (2200 g) · abrasion 3 · puncture 3 · EN 388 4X42 · Pack
- G-Tek PolyKor 16-645LG Cut Resistant Gloves, ANSI A4 — G-Tek · ANSI A5 (2810 g) · abrasion 4 · puncture 3 · EN 388 4X42 · Dozen
- G-Tek PolyKor 16-665 Cut Resistant Gloves, ANSI A4 — G-Tek · ANSI A5 (2979 g) · abrasion 3 · puncture 3 · EN 388 4X42 · Dozen
- G-Tek PolyKor 16-X585 Cut Resistant Gloves, ANSI A4 — G-Tek · ANSI A5 (2458 g) · abrasion 3 · puncture 3 · EN 388 4X42 · Dozen
- MCR Safety 3601K Welding Gloves, ANSI A5, Leather Drivers Work Gloves — MCR Safety · ANSI A5 · abrasion 3 · puncture 3 · 13-gauge · Dozen
- MCR Safety 3601SKHV Cut Resistant Gloves, ANSI A5, CutPro — MCR Safety · ANSI A5 · abrasion 3 · puncture 3 · 13-gauge · Dozen
- MCR Safety 3611DT Cut Resistant Gloves, ANSI A5, Leather Drivers Work Gloves — MCR Safety · ANSI A5 · abrasion 4 · puncture 3 · Pair
- MCR Safety 36336K Cut Resistant Gloves, ANSI A5, Leather Drivers Work Gloves — MCR Safety · ANSI A5 · abrasion 4 · puncture 3 · Dozen
- MCR Safety 48406K Welding, Leather Welding Work Gloves, ANSI A5 — MCR Safety · ANSI A5 · abrasion 3 · puncture 3 · Dozen
- MCR Safety 4850K Blue Beast Leather Welding Gloves, CutPro, Blue/White — MCR Safety · ANSI A5 · abrasion 3 · puncture 3 · 13-gauge · Dozen
- MCR Safety 906DPHK High Dexterity Gloves, ANSI A5, Leather Driver Work Gloves — MCR Safety · ANSI A5 · puncture 4 · Pair
- MCR Safety 906DPOK Cut Resistant Gloves, ANSI A5, Mechanics Work Gloves — MCR Safety · ANSI A5 · abrasion 3 · puncture 4 · Pair
- MCR Safety CutPro 36136HP Leather Drivers, Cut Resistant Work Gloves, ANSI A5 — MCR Safety · ANSI A5 · abrasion 3 · puncture 3 · Dozen
- MCR Safety Mustang MU3644 Welding Gloves, ANSI A5, Rodeo CutPro — MCR Safety · ANSI A5 · abrasion 5 · puncture 3 · Pair
- MCR Safety Mustang MU3664K Cut Resistant Gloves, ANSI A5, HiDex — MCR Safety · ANSI A5 · abrasion 5 · puncture 3 · Pair
- MCR Safety Mustang MU3664KGT Welding Gloves, ANSI A5, 4 Inch Gauntlet Cuff — MCR Safety · ANSI A5 · abrasion 5 · puncture 3 · Pair
- MCR Safety Mustang MU3664KGW Welding Gloves, ANSI A5, 4 Inch Gauntlet Cuff — MCR Safety · ANSI A5 · abrasion 5 · puncture 3 · Pair
- MCR Safety Predator Mechanics PD3430 Cut Resistant Gloves, ANSI A5 — MCR Safety · ANSI A5 · abrasion 6 · puncture 4 · pack size
- MCR Safety Predator Mechanics PD4903 Cut Resistant Gloves, ANSI A5 — MCR Safety · ANSI A5 · abrasion 4 · puncture 3 · Pair
- MCR Safety Predator Mechanics PD5931 Cut Resistant Gloves, ANSI A5 — MCR Safety · ANSI A5 · abrasion 6 · puncture 4 · Pair
- MCR Safety Red Ram 4840K Leather Welding Work Gloves, ANSI A5 — MCR Safety · ANSI A5 · abrasion 3 · puncture 3 · Pair
- MCR Safety UltraTech Mechanics MC503 Gloves, ANSI A5 — MCR Safety · ANSI A5 · abrasion 4 · puncture 3 · Pair
- MCR Safety VP3601K Cut Resistant Gloves, ANSI A5, Vending Packaged — MCR Safety · ANSI A5 · abrasion 3 · puncture 3 · 13-gauge · Case
- Mechanix Wear SMP-C91-01 M-Pact D5 Hi-Vis Impact Cut Resistant Gloves, ANSI A5 — Mechanix Wear · ANSI A5 · Pair
- PIP 09-LC418 Top Grain Goatskin Leather Drivers Glove, A5 Aramid Blend Lining — PIP · ANSI A5 (2550 g) · abrasion 5 · puncture 3 · EN 388 3X42E · Dozen
- Portwest A650 Cut Resistant Gloves, ANSI A5, CS Cut E15 Nitrile Glove A5 — Portwest · ANSI A5 · 15-gauge
- Portwest A651 Cut Resistant Gloves, ANSI A5, CS Cut E15 PU Glove A5 — Portwest · ANSI A5 · 15-gauge
- Portwest A652 Cut Resistant Gloves, ANSI A5, CS Cut E21 Nitrile Glove A5 — Portwest · ANSI A5 · 21-gauge
- Portwest A660 Cut Resistant Gloves, ANSI A5, CS Cut E18 PU Glove A5 — Portwest · ANSI A5 · 18-gauge
- Portwest A661 Cut Resistant Gloves, ANSI A5, CS Cut E18 Nitrile Glove A5 — Portwest · ANSI A5 · 18-gauge
- Portwest A746 Cut Resistant Gloves, ANSI A5, Cut Goat Leather Glove A5 — Portwest · ANSI A5
- Portwest AP55 Cut Resistant Gloves, ANSI A5 — Portwest · ANSI A5
- Portwest CT65 Cut Resistant Gloves, ANSI A5, CT Cut E15 Nitrile Glove A5 — Portwest · ANSI A5 · 15-gauge
- Radians RWG50 Cut Resistant Gloves, ANSI A5, TPR Overlays — Radians · ANSI A5 · Pack
- Radians RWG52 Cut Resistant Gloves, ANSI A5 — Radians · ANSI A5 · Pack
- Radians RWG535 Cut Resistant Gloves, ANSI A5 — Radians · ANSI A5 · 13-gauge · Pack
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In plain words. A cut level tells you how much force it took a blade to cut through the glove material in the standard's test. A5 means it took 2,200 to 2,999 grams (4.9 to 6.6 lb). A1 is the lowest level (200 grams, 0.4 lb) and A9 the highest (6,000 grams and above, 13.2 lb and above). The number comes from the manufacturer's published test result, not from us.
Technical. ANSI/ISEA 105 (2016 and 2024 editions, same cut scale), cut resistance by ASTM F2992-15 (TDM-100 machine, straight blade, 20 mm stroke); the reported value is the load in grams at which cut-through occurs at 20 mm. Levels: A1 200–499 g, A2 500–999 g, A3 1,000–1,499 g, A4 1,500–2,199 g, A5 2,200–2,999 g, A6 3,000–3,999 g, A7 4,000–4,999 g, A8 5,000–5,999 g, A9 6,000 g and above. Abrasion (ASTM D3389) levels 0–6; puncture (EN 388 probe) levels 0–5; needlestick puncture (ASTM F2878) levels 0–5. The EN 388:2016 code shown on European-marked gloves lists abrasion, coup cut, tear, puncture, then the ISO 13997 cut letter A–F and P for impact.
Ratings on this page are shown as published by the manufacturer or the named standard and describe performance in that standard's test. They are not a recommendation for any task. The employer's hazard assessment decides what protective equipment a job needs. Verify details against the manufacturer's current documentation before you buy.
Standards-body and manufacturer charts
These charts are published by the standards body and by the manufacturers, copied as printed and shown with attribution; nothing in them is Bayshore's recommendation. Level 5 puncture is printed as ≥ 100 N in both documents below.
ISEA, "Key to Hand Protection Classifications" (ANSI/ISEA 105-2024)
Cut resistance
| Level | ISEA hazard label | Grams-force | Protects against | Applications by cut level |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| A1 | Light cut hazards | 200 gf | Protect against scrapes | Material handling, small parts assembly (sharp edges), packaging, warehouse, general purpose, forestry, construction, pulp and paper, automotive assembly |
| A2 | Light/Medium cut hazards | 500 gf | ||
| A3 | Light/Medium cut hazards | 1000 gf | ||
| A4 | Medium cut hazards | 1500 gf | Protect against cuts for which stitches would be required | Appliance manufacturing, bottle and light glass handling, canning, drywall work, electrical, carpet installation, HVAC, pulp and paper, automotive assembly, metal fabrication and handling, packaging, warehouse, aerospace industry, food/prep processing |
| A5 | Medium/Heavy cut hazards | 2200 gf | ||
| A6 | High cut hazards | 3000 gf | Metal stamping, metal recycling, pulp and paper (changing slitter blades), automotive assembly, metal fabrication, sharp metal stampings, glass manufacturing, window manufacturing, recycling plant/sorting, HVAC, food prep/processing, meat processing, aerospace industry | |
| A7 | High cut hazards | 4000 gf | Protection against brutal or extreme injuries | |
| A8 | High cut hazards | 5000 gf | ||
| A9 | High cut hazards | 6000 gf |
gf = grams-force, as the key prints it.
Abrasion resistance
| Abrasion level | Load | Revolutions | ISEA label |
|---|---|---|---|
| 0 | 500 gram | < 100 | N/A |
| 1 | 500 gram | ≥ 100 | Light |
| 2 | 500 gram | ≥ 500 | Light - Medium |
| 3 | 500 gram | ≥ 1000 | Medium |
| 4 | 1000 gram | ≥ 3000 | Medium - Heavy |
| 5 | 1000 gram | ≥ 10000 | Heavy |
| 6 | 1000 gram | ≥ 20000 | Extra Heavy |
Puncture resistance
| Puncture level | Newtons (non-hypodermic needle) | Example applications |
|---|---|---|
| 0 | < 10 | Paper/Cardboard Cuts, Light Material Handling, Parts Assembly |
| 1 | ≥ 10 | Light Construction, Material Handling, Parts Assembly, Packaging |
| 2 | ≥ 20 | Light Construction, Material Handling, Parts Assembly, Packaging |
| 3 | ≥ 60 | Construction, Light Metal Stamping, Light Glass Handling, Manufacturing |
| 4 | ≥ 100 | Construction, Metal Stamping, Glass Handling, Recycling, Injection Molding |
| 5 | ≥ 100 | Oil & Gas, Mining, Heavy Construction, Demolition, Manufacturing, Fabrication |
Source: International Safety Equipment Association, Key to Hand Protection Classifications, November 2024 (document).
MCR Safety, "Cut Guide" (ANSI/ISEA 105:2016)
| Level | Grams to cut | MCR Safety's hazard label |
|---|---|---|
| A1 | 200 to 499 | Not Recommended for Cut |
| A2 | 500 to 999 | Light Cut Hazards |
| A3 | 1,000 to 1,499 | Light to Medium Cut Hazards |
| A4 | 1,500 to 2,199 | Medium Cut Hazards |
| A5 | 2,200 to 2,999 | Medium to Heavy Cut Hazards |
| A6 | 3,000 to 3,999 | Heavy Cut Hazards |
| A7 | 4,000 to 4,999 | High Cut Hazards |
| A8 | 5,000 to 5,999 | Very High Cut Hazards |
| A9 | 6,000+ | Extreme Cut Hazards |
Source: MCR Safety, Cut Guide (document).
PIP, "ANSI/ISEA 105-2024 for Cut, Abrasion and Puncture Resistance"
Cut hazard bands
| PIP hazard band | Example applications |
|---|---|
| Light/Medium cut hazards | Material handling, small parts assembly, packaging, warehousing, etc. |
| Medium/Heavy cut hazards | Appliance manufacturing, automotive assembly, canning, aerospace, HVAC, general construction |
| Heavy/High cut hazards | Metal stamping, pulp and paper, glass manufacturing, protein processing, sharp material recycling |
Puncture resistance
| Puncture level | Newtons (non-hypodermic needle) | Example applications |
|---|---|---|
| 0 | < 10 | Paper/Cardboard Cuts, Light Material Handling, Parts Assembly |
| 1 | ≥ 10 | Light Construction, Material Handling, Parts Assembly, Packaging |
| 2 | ≥ 20 | Light Construction, Material Handling, Parts Assembly, Packaging |
| 3 | ≥ 60 | Construction, Light Metal Stamping, Light Glass Handling, Manufacturing |
| 4 | ≥ 100 | Construction, Metal Stamping, Glass Handling, Recycling, Injection Molding |
| 5 | ≥ 100 | Oil & Gas, Mining, Heavy Construction, Demolition, Manufacturing, Fabrication |
Source: PIP (document).
