OUR Legacy

When it comes to protection, SHOWA knows only number one. From the world’s first latex glove onward, we’ve always led the way with better, safer ways to work with your hands.

1954 // 610

Invented first PVC work glove.
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1960 // Original Nitty-Gritty

Introduced the Original Nitty-Gritty—the industry’s first wrinkle-finished, natural rubber-coated glove. This product has been discontinued.

1980 // B0600

Patented the first seamless knitted glove.

1982 // B0500 W

Polyurethane invented.
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1985 // 541

Launched polyurethane/nylon line.
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1991 // N-DEX®

Introduced N-DEX®—the world’s first 100% nitrile, latex-free glove. Today, SHOWA offers the most complete range of nitrile gloves for single use on the market.
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1994 // 310G

Developed the flat-dip process with high-grip latex and flat coating.
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2003 // 7570

Invented N-DEX® Free—the world’s first accelerator-free disposable nitrile glove.
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2006 // 376

Developed double nitrile coating (dual technology).
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2011 // STEX 300

Launched Hagane Coil® with S-TEX® technology (stainless steel/polyester reinforced knit).
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2012 // 6110

Invented N-DEX® with Eco Best Technology®—the world’s first biodegradable disposable glove.
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2013 // Temres 281

Invented the first glove with breathable and waterproof technology.
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2014 // 306

Developed first latex foam glove breathable and waterproof.
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2015 // 381

Developed lightweight, breathable microfibre.
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2017 // 7540

Introduction of the Cobalt Blue Series - high grip system and perfect fit.
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2018 // 707HVO

The first hybrid chemical biodegradable glove.
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2019 // DURACoil

Introduction of DURACoil, the ultra-comfortable multi-purpose glove range.
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