According to DIN EN 455-2, the dimensions and the tensile strength of a medical disposable glove are determined. At least 13 samples per glove batch are used. For dimensional verification, the glove length and width are measured using a ruler and compared with the size table specified in the standard.

Depending on the intended use of the gloves, different dimensional requirements apply. For determination of tensile strength, dumbbell-shaped specimens are punched from the palm area of the gloves. The single wall thickness of the glove and the thickness of the dumbbell specimen are measured. The statically determined tensile force is multiplied by the ratio of single wall thickness to specimen thickness. The resulting tensile force value is then compared with the values specified in the standard.