Collection: EN 388 Gloves

EN 388 Gloves Explained

EN 388 is the European standard for protective gloves used against mechanical risks. Commonly used in construction, manufacturing, warehousing and engineering, these gloves are designed to protect hands from abrasions, cuts, tears, punctures and impacts during manual tasks.

To achieve EN 388 certification, gloves are tested across several mechanical performance categories:

An EN 388 rating is typically represented by a sequence such as 4442CX and 4342CP. Here’s what each character means:

1st Digit – Abrasion Resistance (1-4): Measures durability against wear from rough surfaces 2nd Digital – Cut Resistance (coup Test, 1-5): Assesses resistance to cutting by sharp objects 3rd Digit – Tear Resistance (1-4): Indicates the force required to tear the glove material 4th Digit – Puncture Resistance (1-4): Evaluates resistance to punctures from pointed objects 5th Character – Cut Resistance (TDM Test, A-F): Provides a more accurate cut resistance rating, especially for high-cut materials 6th Character – Impact Protection (P, F, X): Shows if the glove offers protection against impacts