AdvanCare is CLW's thinnest, most sensitive nitrile glove — engineered for healthcare professionals, lab technicians, and dental staff who need exceptional tactile sensitivity for precision work. At 3.5 mil, it's noticeably thinner than our other lines, prioritizing dexterity over heavy-duty protection. It's also the only line we carry that comes in XS, making it the answer for any facility that struggles to find gloves for smaller-handed staff.
3.5 Mil — When Thin Matters
Most disposable nitrile gloves are 4 mil or thicker. AdvanCare deliberately runs thinner at 3.5 mil because in many healthcare and lab applications, thickness gets in the way. Try drawing blood, pipetting reagents, or performing a dental exam with thick gloves — you lose the precision that makes the work possible. AdvanCare gives back that fine motor control while still meeting medical examination standards.
The Only Line with XS Available
If you've ever tried to buy gloves for smaller-handed staff, you know how hard it is to find XS in any quantity. Most manufacturers don't even produce extra-small in commercial quantities. AdvanCare comes in XS, S, M, L, and XL — covering every hand size your team is likely to need. This makes AdvanCare the practical choice for diverse staff teams in healthcare, dental, and lab settings.
Medical Examination Grade
AdvanCare meets all standards for medical examination use, including consistent thickness, low pinhole rates, proper tensile strength, and AQL testing. It's appropriate for any setting where contamination control matters — from clinical exams to lab work to food prep where regulatory compliance is required.
Better Choice Than Latex for Sensitive Users
AdvanCare is 100% nitrile, completely latex-free. Latex allergies affect a meaningful portion of healthcare workers and patients, and using latex gloves in a clinical setting is increasingly considered poor practice. Switching to AdvanCare means you eliminate that allergen risk for both staff and patients in one step.
Frequently Asked Questions
What's the thinnest glove CLW offers?
AdvanCare at 3.5 mil. It's our thinnest examination-grade nitrile, designed for environments where tactile sensitivity matters more than maximum protection — healthcare, dental, lab, and precision work.
Do you really carry XS?
Yes — AdvanCare is the only line in our catalog available in XS. We carry XS, S, M, L, and XL. Most disposable glove brands don't manufacture XS in commercial quantities, so AdvanCare is often the only practical option for facilities with smaller-handed staff.
Is AdvanCare suitable for food handling?
Yes. As medical examination-grade nitrile, it meets food contact safety standards. However, for high-volume food handling we typically recommend our 4.5 mil TouchFlex (more puncture-resistant) or 8 mil Diamond (heavy-duty processing). AdvanCare is best where precision matters more than thickness.
What's the difference between AdvanCare and TouchFlex?
AdvanCare is 3.5 mil and comes in XS through XL — designed for precision medical and lab work. TouchFlex is 4.5 mil and comes in S through XL — designed for general professional use including food, healthcare, tattoo, and automotive. If you need XS, AdvanCare. If you need a versatile everyday glove, TouchFlex.
Are these latex free?
Yes. AdvanCare is 100% nitrile, completely free of natural rubber latex. Safe for users with latex allergies.
How are they packaged?
100 gloves per dispenser box, 10 boxes per case (1,000 gloves total per case). Mix-and-match pallets supported for wholesale pricing.
