What Does EN388 4131 Mean?

The CE EN388:2016+A1:2018 mechanical risk rating on the YZ-N302 is 4131. Here is what each digit actually means for your operation:

Digit	Property	Level	What It Means
4	Abrasion resistance	Level 4 (highest)	8,000 cycles to breach — glove outlasts most work tasks
1	Cut resistance (Coup test)	Level 1	No cut protection — use a cut-resistant style for sharp edges
1	Tear resistance	Level 1	10N threshold — suitable for general assembly, not heavy pulling
1	Puncture resistance	Level 1	20N threshold — protects against light contact with blunt points

Best practice: Use YZ-N302 for tasks without sharp edges or heavy impact. For assembly lines with burrs or sheet metal edges, switch to a cut-resistant style such as YZ-N301 (EN388 4543) or YZ-C401 (EN388 4543).

Sandy Nitrile Coating: Why It Matters

Unlike smooth nitrile or crinkle latex, the sandy nitrile finish on the YZ-N302 creates a micro-rough surface with thousands of tiny grip points. This delivers three advantages on the factory floor:

• Dry grip: Micro-rough texture anchors the hand to dry metal, plastic and composite parts.
• Wet/oil grip: The texture channels light oil and water away from the contact point, maintaining hold in semi-wet conditions.
• Dexterity: Foam nitrile is softer and more flexible than latex rubber — workers maintain fine motor control for precision placement tasks.

Sandy nitrile also resists cracking and hardening in cold storage or cold-weather environments, making the YZ-N302 more durable than standard latex in variable temperature conditions.

Size & Packaging

Size	Palm Circumference	Palm to Cuff Length	Weight/Pair (M)
S	18 cm	215-235 mm	40-50 g
M	20 cm	225-245 mm	45-55 g
L	22 cm	235-255 mm	50-60 g
XL	24 cm	245-265 mm	55-65 g
XXL	26 cm	255-275 mm	60-70 g

Packaging: 12 pairs/poly bag | 10 bags/120-pair carton | custom colour, cuff and private-label from 10,000 pairs per style.

Industry Applications

Industry	Tasks	Why YZ-N302
Automotive assembly	Parts installation, trim fitting, hose clamps, wiring harness handling	Abrasion 4 handles repeated part contact; sandy nitrile grips oily metal
General mechanical	Maintenance, tool handling, light assembly	15G nylon gives dexterity; foam coating reduces hand fatigue
Warehouse & logistics	Picking, sorting, packing, loading	Grip on cardboard, plastic wrap and metal hardware
Electrical assembly	Component placement, wire handling	15G thin liner preserves fine touch; CE certified
Facility maintenance	Equipment inspection, cleaning, light repair	Reusable; abrasion 4 outlasts standard work gloves

Nitrile vs Sandy Nitrile vs Crinkle Latex

Coating	Grip (Dry)	Grip (Wet/Oil)	Dexterity	Cold Resistance	Typical Price
Sandy nitrile (YZ-N302)	Excellent	Very Good	High	Good	Economy positioning
Smooth nitrile	Good	Moderate	High	Moderate	Budget positioning
Crinkle latex	Very Good	Good	Low	Poor (cracks)	Standard positioning
Full nitrile immersion	Good	Excellent	Medium	Good	Mid-tier positioning

Sandy nitrile is the best all-round value for assembly and precision tasks: it beats smooth nitrile on grip, beats crinkle latex on dexterity and cold resistance, and costs less than full nitrile immersion.

FOB Qingdao Pricing & Volume Tiers

Volume	FOB Qingdao (USD/pair)	Notes
6,000 pairs (1 style)	Standard tier	Standard MOQ, carton packing
12,000 pairs	Volume tier	Volume discount
20ft container (36,000+)	Container tier	Mixed styles welcome
60,000+ pairs (mixed)	Best tier	Best rate, scheduled production

Freight quoted per destination on request.

Certifications & Quality

• CE EN388:2016+A1:2018 — 4131 (abrasion 4 / cut 1 / tear 1 / puncture 1)
• REACH / RoHS compliant materials, no prohibited phthalates
• ISO 9001 quality-managed production line
• Third-party test reports (SGS / BV / TUV) available on request
• Sample orders dispatched within 3 working days of request