Whenever you perform an operation on our site which requires that we get personal information about you, such as ordering a product or changing your billing address, we ask you to Sign in.

Once you create an account, you should be able to view purchase history, update shipping addresses, and manage your subscription.

If you want to check on the status of your order or need to see information that pertains to a past order, click on My Account from the homepage. You'll be asked to create an account or sign in if you haven't already done so. Please use the same email you used at order checkout. Once you sign into your account you should be able to view your Order History. Click on any order number to view further details to the order.

If you have forgotten your account password, go to My Account from the homepage and click Forgot your password? to reset your password. If you have forgotten your email login, please email hello@ecogloves.co for further assistance.

After you place your first subscription order you should receive a recurring order purchase confirmation from Eco Gloves (be sure to add hello@ecogloves.co to your mail client to prevent it from going into your spam folder). From there, you will get a link to manage your subscription where you can update your subscriptions (along with products or delivery date), view upcoming orders, view purchase history, update shipping addresses, and update payment methods.

We aim to be as efficient as possible so once you have completed checkout we power up the printer and get processing. If you need to amend or cancel your order, please email us as soon as possible with the changes needed. Otherwise, once you receive your items, we may proceed with a standard return if items remain unopened and unused.

You will receive a confirmation email confirming the details of your order. 

To ensure you receive email updates, please add hello@ecogloves.co to your mail client to prevent it from going into your spam folder.

Sometimes our automated emails can be found hiding in your spam or junk folders so we would suggest you check there first. If you're certain you have not received an email confirmation, then please reach out to us at hello@ecogloves.co to confirm that your order went through. We are happy to help!

It takes approximately 1 business day (Monday through Friday) for orders to be processed. Orders placed after 12:00 PM PST are processed the next business day. Orders placed after 12:00 PM PST on Fridays, during holidays, or during special promotions and new product launches may experience longer processing times, but we promise that you are our priority and we will make every effort to get your order processed as soon as possible. All purchases are subject to bank authorization prior to processing. Only authorized purchases will be processed and shipped.

As soon as your order ships you will receive an email confirming your shipment information and tracking number.

EXCEPTIONS: Please note that most free samples requested are sent via the U.S. Postal Service and tracking information is not always available. Please allow at least 5-10 business days for samples to arrive.

Please allow up to 3 business days to receive an email with tracking information. To ensure you receive email updates, please add hello@ecogloves.co to your mail client to prevent it from going into your spam folder.

EXCEPTIONS: Please note that most free samples requested are sent via the U.S. Postal Service and tracking information is not always available. Please allow at least 5-10 business days for samples to arrive.

Absolutely. You may add this information at checkout.

Once you hit submit, our ultra-efficient system takes over so we can get your order to you as soon as possible. Sometimes we are able to amend shipping addresses before shipment, but it is your responsibility to make sure all details are correct at checkout. Please email us at hello@ecogloves.co to submit changes as soon as possible. 

We typically ship by UPS, USPS, or FedEx, which all offer package tracking. Shipping times are estimated for you at checkout. Please keep in mind that these timeframes are merely estimates and that shipping times can vary depending on the destination, customs holding times, holidays, etc.

Please note that orders shipped internationally may be subject to customs hold time. Eco Gloves is unable to expedite these custom review times and cannot provide definitive delivery dates due to these custom hold times. We recommend contacting your customs office to determine the hold time.

Orders shipped internationally (outside of the U.S.) may be subject to duties and customs fee upon receipt. Eco Gloves is not responsible for these additional fees as they are the responsibility of the recipient. We recommend contacting your customs office to determine what these additional costs may be.

We ship to all locations within continental United States and to most destinations worldwide.

Should any of your items be delivered to you in a damaged condition you must let us know within 3 days of delivery. Please submit a case with pictures to hello@ecogloves.co.

Pending its evaluation by our customer service department, we will make arrangements to either ship you an undamaged item at no extra cost to you or issue a full refund as per your original method of payment. For damaged goods, Eco Gloves will cover the cost of shipping the item back to the customer.

Both UPS and USPS recommend waiting at least 14-28 days before assuming a package is lost. After 14 days please contact their customer service to find any additional information:

USPS customer service: 1-800-275-8777
UPS customer service: 1-800-742-5877

After contacting your appropriate shipping service, you can contact the Eco Gloves customer service by email to further look into your order.

Due to the nature of Personal Protective Equipment, we typically do not accept the return of opened and used products for sanitary and safety reasons. However, if you are not completely satisfied with your Eco Gloves purchase for any reason, please contact us at hello@ecogloves.co to inquire on a refund.

Once an order has shipped, we are unable to accommodate with exchanges. However, if your order has not yet shipped we will gladly assist you with your exchange request. Please email us at hello@ecogloves.co regarding any exchanges or order cancellations prior to shipment. 

Once orders have shipped and have been opened or used, we cannot accommodate any exchanges due to sanitary and safety concerns regarding Personal Protective Equipment. Should you have a concern with your product and would like to request a refund on an item, please email us at hello@ecogloves.co.

Yes. Eco Gloves warrants the products supplied to be free from manufacturing defects. Eco Gloves’ warranty does not cover damages caused by normal use, incorrect storage, shipping or handling. If you suspect a defect, Eco Gloves may request that the affected product(s) be returned for inspection before deciding on a replacement or issuing credit. If a replacement is necessary, Eco Gloves will make reasonable efforts to deliver it in a timely manner. If, after inspection, we confirm that the product is defective, we will provide either a replacement product or credit.

To determine your size you will simply need your ‘hand width’ and ‘hand length’ measurements. To get your ‘hand width’ measurement, simply wrap a measuring tape around the palm of your hand and read the measurement at the meeting point of the tape. To get your ‘hand length’, measure from your wrist to the tip of your longest finger.

Compostable Gloves Sizing

If your hand measures 17.5 - 20 cm in width and 17 cm in length, choose Small. If your hand measures 19.5 - 21 cm in width and 18 cm in length, choose Medium. If your hand measures 20.5 - 22 cm in width and 19 cm in length, choose Large. If your hand measures 21.5 - 23 cm in width and 20 cm in length, choose X-Large. If in-between sizes, order a size down if a tighter fit is preferred over a looser fit.

The terms "biodegradable" and "compostable" are different. "Biodegradable" means something will eventually break down from the action of bacteria and other microbes in a natural environment. "Compostable" means something will break down in a reasonable amount of time in a controlled type of environment, won't leave harmful residue, and will become safe fertilizer for soil.

Our compostable products are labeled "compostable" because they have been certified by an independent third-party organization called the Biodegradable Products Institute (BPI), and meet the highest standards for composting. The BPI Compostable Logo, which is awarded to all of our compostable products, is the most widely recognized symbol for compostable plastic products in North America. The Compostable Logo provides credibility and confidence that Certified Compostable products will biodegrade as expected and according to composting standards set forth by EN 13432, AS 5810, ASTM 6400, and the ASTM D6868 methods.

Our use of the term "compostable" follows the Federal Trade Commission's "Green Guides" for environmentally friendly marketing. You can learn more at the FTC's website: https://www.ftc.gov/news-events/media-resources/truth-advertising/green-guides

Our products labeled as “biodegradable” actually are accelerated biodegradable. This is possible through our Accelerated Biopolymer Technology, which entails the addition of an organic additive that helps accelerate the biodegradation rate of the gloves in biologically active landfills. With this special technology the gloves become a polymerized food source which attracts microbes in landfills. The result is a faster biodegradation of 90% in 490 days, versus what can take traditional nitrile gloves decades, if not centuries to biodegrade. The process has been verified by an independent third-party lab using ASTM D5526 and ASTM D5511 methods.

The great thing about our Biodegradable Nitrile Gloves is the technology does not change the glove properties or efficacy, and does not biodegrade prior to disposal. Shelf-life remains the same as other high quality nitrile gloves, which is 3 years. Additionally, BNG™ Biodegradable Nitrile Gloves have been tested safe for use according to ISO standards, as well as food handling according to the U.S. FDA.

In short, probably not. And here’s why?

Our Compostable Gloves made with renewable resources and our Biodegradable Nitrile Gloves made with non-natural rubber material, which not all of these materials can be recycled in most places in the US. Our Compostable Gloves are best disposed of in a commercial compost facility instead where they will return to the soil as rich fertilizer. Our Biodegradable Nitrile Gloves should be placed with other waste that are landfill bound as most modern landfills will turn the methane gas produced in these bioreactors into useful energy.

The good news is we do offer Recyclable Gloves that can be specifically recycled with like materials. Additionally, all of paper product packaging is 100% recyclable.

Note: It can be tricky to tell the difference between a compostable glove and a polyethylene or petroleum-derived plastic glove as they are nearly identical in look, feel, tensile strength, and durability. That is why our products are labeled with the BPI logo, the most widely recognized symbol for compostable plastic products in North America. This allows our products to be easily identified as compostable, reducing the likelihood of compost or recycling contamination. Recycling facilities may have trouble processing compostable bioplastics, so it's important to keep compostables and recyclables separate. Because compostable bioplastic materials and PET don’t mix well, recyclers consider compostable bioplastics a contaminant. Similarly, compost facilities have a hard time cleaning out recyclables or plastics out of the compost.

Yes, all Eco Gloves products are manufactured and comply with Direct Food Contact Use in accordance with FDA standard 21 CFR 177.1350.

We do not advise on flushing any gloves into the toilet, even if they are labeled as compostable or biodegradable, as even these products will not retain the benefits of being compostable or biodegradable in a liquid or marine environment. To realize the benefits of compostable and biodegradable products, it is highly advised that these products (as well as any biodegradable or bioplastics) are disposed of in the proper bin, whether that be the local compost collection bin (for compostable goods) or in the regular trash bin (for non-compostable, but biodegradable goods). Alternatively, you can drop off at your local waste transfer station. Please note that certain jurisdictions may have limitations on accepting bioplastics, compostable, and organic products so always contact your waste management coordinator to confirm what is accepted in your curbside bins.

Our gloves are considered compostable, and will only break down in a proper compost environment. The ideal conditions for composting require high heat and moisture, which can only be maintained in commercial compost facilities. These facilities also have the necessary soil bacteria, yeast, and fungi to completely break down compostable bioplastics.

Advanced Biopolymer Technology™ is our own proprietary ingredient additive that is organic and non-toxic and helps the gloves break down the accelerated rate of approximately 120 days in a compost environment.

No, Eco Gloves' Compostable Gloves provide the same performance and durability as regular plastic gloves.

Our compostable gloves have a shelf life of 12 months. As a general rule of thumb, we typically recommend purchasing only as many as you can use/sell within 9 months to avoid any concerns of degradation in structure or quality.

Eco Gloves are made from annually renewable vegetables like corn, cassava, sugarcane and other starchy bio-based proprietary components that are better for the environment. This natural bioplastic material is not hazardous to produce and is intended to break down into carbon dioxide, water, biomass (soil) when composted. These ingredients together create a material with strength, shape and compostability. Eco Gloves do not contain any chemicals, fragrances, essential oils, sodium benzoate, propylene glycol or its derivatives. They are also free of BPA, latex, powder, parabens, and phthalates.

When choosing materials for our gloves, we seek ingredients that are internationally certified for compostability and ones that ensure the highest quality, durability, elasticity, and shelf life for the gloves.

Generally, compostable glove materials are better for sensitive skin types, unless you have a specific sensitivity or allergy to corn or cornbased materials. Nonetheless, due to the way in which our Compostable Gloves' corn-derived material is heated and processed, it typically eliminates any immunologically reactive profilin, making it unlikely to cause an allergic reaction. 

Additionally, Eco Gloves Compostable Gloves are latex-free, BPA-free, powder free and do not contain any chemicals, fragrances, essential oils, sodium benzoate, propylene glycol or its derivatives making them safe to use and comfortable for most sensitive skin types.

Our gloves do not contain any animal by-products or ingredients, including milk, lactose, casein, eggs, cochineal, honey, animal-derived enzymes, isinglass, gelatin, etc. We offer a completely animal-free, cruelty-free product. 

Our gloves are made from gluten-free starchy plants like corn, cassava, and sugarcane and do not contain wheat, barley, rye, or oat products.

Our products are not meant for consumption and should not be ingested. Although they are FDA-approved for contact with food, they are not classified as edible or digestible. These gloves are designed specifically for hand protection and waste reduction purposes. We highly recommend using Eco Gloves Compostable Gloves solely for their intended purpose. 

Eco Gloves should be disposed of in your compost collection bin or composting facility. To locate a composting facility near you check out: http://www.findacomposter.com/.

You can also search your local area for a collection coordinator or collection point. For California, visit: https://www2.calrecycle.ca.gov/LGCentral/Contacts

Alternatively, you can drop off at your local waste transfer station or if you have a green cart, you can place compostable materials in there for collection. These carts can be filled with food scraps, soiled paper, plants, items labeled compostable and displaying a green or brown stripe.

Please note that certain jurisdictions may have limitations on accepting bioplastics or compostable products in the green bin so always contact your waste management coordinator to confirm what is accepted in your curbside bins.

Recycling facilities may have trouble processing compostable bioplastics, so it's important to keep compostables and recyclables separate. Because compostable bioplastic materials and PET don’t mix well, recyclers consider compostable bioplastics a contaminant. Similarly, compost facilities have a hard time cleaning out recyclables or plastics out of the compost.

For disposal, our first choice is composting if it's available. Landfill will slow the process of decomposition so it’s much better for the environment to avoid placing any compostable waste in landfill. If you do not have access to composting, we recommend the product be disposed of in the “black bin” or general waste bin as a last resort. Landfilling is better than littering, and choosing Eco Gloves’ Compostable Gloves over traditional plastic without renewable materials still has an important environmental benefit.

Eco Gloves will decompose into rich biomass (soil) in approximately 90-120 days when placed into a controlled composting environment or compost system. No harmful chemicals are released into the environment during this process.

Compostable items are designed to be composted in a compost heap only. Composting is a very specific process which does not occur in landfills. Microorganisms, carbon, water, oxygen and nitrogen are all essential parts of the compost process and these factors need to be present in the right circumstances (such as in a compost pile) for composting to occur. Eco Gloves need to be composted under the same conditions and manner.

In an open landfill where air is present, compostable items will break down just like other biodegradable materials. Nonetheless, landfilling is better than littering, and choosing Eco Gloves’ Compostable Gloves over traditional plastic without renewable materials still has an important environmental benefit.

Our products are designed to be Industrially Compostable therefore we suggest properly disposing of our Compostable Gloves in a bin that is bound for a commercial composting facility. Industrial Composting facilities are able to break down retain the process, moisture and setting that most efficiently breaks down bioplastic products, resulting in quality biomass that can then be reintegrated into the soil. While home composting is possible, it typically does not always create the consistent composting conditions needed for our gloves to decompose properly or completely.

No, our products are not certified as marine degradable so we strongly advise against disposing of any plastics in oceans or waterways.

Due to the gloves' natural plant-based materials, our gloves do not break down into microplastics when composted. In fact, testing the product against the ASTM 6400 standard is part of the certification requirements to ensure compostable products do not leave behind nano and microplastics.

International Standard EN 13432 is the recognized standard for biodegradable plastics, while in the U.S. it is ASTM 6400. Biodegradable plastics adhering to ASTM 6400 standards must pass four phases of testing in order to classify as "Biodegradable" or "Compostable".

Test results by an approved third-party independent lab shows that our Eco Gloves' Compostable Gloves meet all ASTM 6400 / EN 13432 requirements: (1) The glove material's volatile content meets the permissible levels and testing requirements, (2) After 12 weeks, composting tests reveal 90% of the material disintegrates to particles smaller than 2mm, (3) After approximately 120 days, biodegradation tests reveal 90% of the material breaks down completely into CO2 and water, (4) Toxicity testing using plant seedlings reveal that the decomposition of our glove materials leaves behind no harmful chemicals, and in fact, serves as rich fertilizer to help plants grow.

Yes, our compostable products are certified by the Biodegradable Products Institute (BPI) to meet the ASTM standards for compostability. BPI certifies products using scientifically based standards to determine if they can break down in commercial composting facilities. Only products that have been officially certified by BPI can display the "BPI Certified" logo, so look for it to ensure your product will properly decompose in a commercial composting facility.

Yes, they are manufactured and certified to comply with Direct Food Contact Use in accordance with FDA standard FDA 21 CFR 177.1350.

No, our Biodegradable Nitrile Gloves are not meant to be composted and will only properly break down in an active landfill environment. Our gloves are designed to degrade specifically in an anaerobic environment (modern landfill through waste disposal) as opposed to an aerobic environment, which is needed for composting.

Eco Gloves' Biodegradable Nitrile Gloves are specially formulated with our Accelerated Biodegradable Technology (ABT)™ to attract microbes found particularly in landfills.

After the gloves are used, they can disposed in a regular trash bin. In a landfill, the gloves undergo a strictly enzymatic biodegradation process in which bacteria naturally consume the glove material and excrete an enzyme that dissolves and de-polymerizes the nitrile polymer chain, allowing microbes to further break down the remaining polymers naturally.

The result is water, humus, and biogas that can then captured and converted into clean renewable energy.

No, the technology does not change the glove properties or its efficacy, and the gloves will not biodegrade prior to disposal. Shelf-life remains the same as other high quality nitrile gloves, which is 3 years. The Accelerated Biodegradable Technology is only activated once in a landfill environment under very specific circumstances where the product is deprived of light, oxygen, and interacts with certain moisture conditions. You can use our Biodegradable Nitrile Gloves as you would with any other gloves without this technology.

Shelf-life remains the same as other high quality nitrile gloves, which is 3 years.

Eco Gloves should be disposed of in your regular trash bin bound for landfill disposal. Our Biogradable Nitrile Gloves retains its benefit of breaking down faster once it is exposed to microbial activity present in modern landfill environments. 

While generally nitrile material can be recycled in specialty facilities, we do not recommend recycling our Biodegradable Nitrile Gloves as its benefits lie in its accelerated biodegradability in a landfill environment where it is meant to break down into water, humus (inert soil), and biogas, to address the waste problem in general. It is not meant to be recycled into upstream products as its special accelerated biodegradable material makeup may not allow it retain the same strength and quality in its remanufactured form.

No, our Biodegradable Nitrile Gloves are not meant to be composted and will only properly break down in an active landfill environment. Our gloves are designed to degrade specifically in an anaerobic environment (modern landfill through waste disposal) as opposed to an aerobic environment, which is needed for composting.

Based on ASTM D5526 testing methods, our gloves will achieve 38.8% biodegradation in 320 days in an anaerobic landfill environment where there is low heat, high pressure, limited oxygen, no light and low moisture.

Based on ASTM D5511 testing methods, our gloves will achieve 90% biodegradation in 490 days in high-solids anaerobic-digestion conditions, also known as anaerobic digester or landfill bioreactor environment (the most common type of landfill in the USA).

No, our products are not certified as marine degradable so we strongly advise against disposing of any plastics in oceans or waterways.

Our gloves will not break down into microplastics. When the component of Biodegradable Nitrile Gloves biodegrade, they break down into water, humus (soil), and biogas, which can be recovered from active landfills and turned into energy.

Our Biodegradable Nitrile Gloves biodegradation rate and efficacy have been verified by independent labs to meet ASTM D5511 and ASTM D5526 testing standards for biodegradability in a landfill environment. Currently, there are no independent third-party bodies that provide certification for biodegradable products (only for compostable products), thus we rely on these ASTM standards to validate biodegradation claims. To request full test results, please contact us at hello@ecogloves.co.

Yes, they are manufactured and certified to comply with Direct Food Contact Use in accordance with FDA standard FDA 21 CFR 177.1350.