RUBBEREX

What RUBBEREX does

Rubberex Corporation (M) Berhad is a Malaysian-headquartered, publicly-listed multinational glove manufacturer (Bursa Malaysia, stock code 7803) that produces industrial, household, and medical/single-use gloves across natural rubber latex, nitrile (acrylonitrile butadiene), polychloroprene (neoprene), and blended compound formulations. The company was founded in 1993, IPO'd in 1997, operates a manufacturing and R&D base in Ipoh, Perak (Malaysia) with a regional sales office in Valencia, Spain, and runs as part of the Hextar Healthcare Berhad group. Its core technology centers on proprietary compound formulations and glove architectures — flocklined, satin-lined, and unflocked constructions — across thicknesses from 11 to 68 mils, with branded product lines including Super Nitrile (RNF15/RNF18), Multipurpose RF1, Latex Neoprene HD 27Neo, Sofie Skin, Super Neoprene NEO400, and Green Nitron RNU 22-18. The portfolio is differentiated for chemical resistance, food-contact safety, latex-allergy avoidance, and extended-length arm protection.

Rubberex monetizes primarily through direct export B2B/B2G sales of its hardware products to distributors and end-users across 100+ countries, supplemented by an OEM/Private Label contract-manufacturing stream via the PLMA association. Pricing is quote-based, negotiated through dedicated sales hotlines and an inquiry-based website, with multi-year contracts for institutional buyers. The customer base spans industrial manufacturers (chemical processing, automotive, oil refineries, laboratories), healthcare and medical-examination users, food-processing companies, janitorial and cleaning services, and general household consumers. Distribution is supported by a multi-channel marketing mix including corporate website (English, Chinese, Malay, Russian, Spanish versions), social media (Facebook, LinkedIn, YouTube), and recurring presence at international trade exhibitions (PLMA, FIME, IRGCE, MEDICA, Arab Health, A+A).

The company carries an unusually deep regulatory and certification stack — ISO 9001/14001/13485/45001, CE (PPE EU 2016/425), FDA CFR Title 21 Part 177.2600, CFIA, EU 1935/2004, ISEGA, and SEDEX — and maintains strategic testing partnerships with SATRA (UK), TUV (Germany), and ISEGА (Germany), plus collaborative R&D with European and US research institutions focused on latex-protein allergies. Strategic posture in recent years has been defensive on the core business (2019 divestiture of Chinese manufacturing operations for HKD135M) while pivoting toward optionality outside the glove franchise (2021 proposed RM180M subscription in Alliance Empire Sdn Bhd and diversification into property investment including shopping malls). Headcount is reported at 1,000+ employees and revenue is not publicly disclosed.

Name

RUBBEREX

Legal name

Rubberex Corporation (M) Berhad

Website

https://rubberex.com.my

Company type

Public

Founded year

1993

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

501–1,000 employees

Short description

RUBBEREX Corporation (M) Berhad is a Malaysian-listed multinational glove manufacturer producing latex, nitrile, neoprene, and disposable gloves for industrial, medical, and household applications, exporting to 100+ countries under the Hextar Healthcare Berhad group.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Industrial Rubber Gloves

NAICS

Other Rubber Product Manufacturing (32629), Rubber Product Manufacturing for Mechanical Use (326291)

SIC

Fabricated Rubber Products, Nec (3060)

akta.pro primary industry

Gloves & Mittens Manufacturing (IMAOAFAB)

akta.pro secondary industries

Specialty Rubber Compounds (FKM, HNBR, NBR, Silicone, CR) (IMANAJAB), Disposable Gloves & Protective Household Wear (CRAJAGAI)

Keywords

• Rubber glove manufacturing
• Industrial safety gloves
• Nitrile disposable gloves
• Medical examination gloves
• Household rubber gloves

Headquarters

HQ city

Ipoh

HQ country

Malaysia

HQ region

Asia

Offices3 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Hardware or Manufacturing

Cost components

Supply Chain, Operations, Personnel, Technology or R&D, Marketing or Sales, Infrastructure

Revenue model

1. Glove Manufacturing and Sales: Manufacturing and selling of industrial, household, and medical gloves. Revenue generated from direct sales of various glove products including nitrile, latex, neoprene, and vinyl gloves. Products sold globally through exports to 100+ countries.
2. Original Equipment Manufacturing: Company is a manufacturer for Private Label brands, suggesting OEM/contract manufacturing services for other brands.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion2 records

Distribution channels3 records

Marketing channels6 records

Core offering

Rubberex Corporation (M) Berhad manufactures and sells a full range of rubber gloves for industrial, household, and medical applications, using natural rubber latex, nitrile (acrylonitrile butadiene), polychloroprene (neoprene), and vinyl/PVC compounds. Its portfolio spans unsupported flocklined and satin-lined industrial gloves, single-use disposable nitrile examination gloves, and specialty food-handling and extended-length variants, supplied to distributors, industrial buyers, medical facilities, and private-label brands across more than 100 countries.

Product overview

RUBBEREX is a multinational glove manufacturer producing industrial, household, and medical/single-use gloves. The product portfolio includes three main categories: Disposable Gloves (single-use nitrile examination gloves), Industrial and Household Gloves (latex, nitrile, neoprene variants with flocklined or satin interiors for chemical resistance and durability), and specialized products like food processing and extended-length industrial gloves. Key product lines include Super Nitrile RNF15/RNF18 for chemical resistance, Latex Neoprene HD 27Neo for heavy-duty industrial use, Sofie Skin for latex-sensitive users, and Super Neoprene NEO400 for comprehensive chemical protection. The company exports to over 100 countries and maintains manufacturing operations in Malaysia.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• Disposable Nitrile Gloves Single-use nitrile examination gloves for medical and industrial applications. Features micro-textured fingertips for wet and dry grip, beaded cuff for easy donning, and serves as an alternative for individuals with natural rubber latex allergies, produced using special leaching and chlorination processes.
• Latex Neoprene HD 27Neo Heavyweight industrial rubber glove manufactured from polychloroprene blended with natural rubber, with a hardened shell for greater chemical and abrasion resistance. Includes a raised diamond pattern for superior grip in wet and dry environments, aimed at heavy industrial users.
• Multipurpose RF1 Chemically toughened natural rubber latex glove with a flocklined interior for comfort. Improved fat and abrasion resistance with minimal latex protein level, soft and fluffy cotton lining, silky external surface, and powder-free interior. Suitable for cleaning, food processing, poultry and meat processing, kitchen and catering, and household use.
• Super Nitrile RNF15 / RNF18 Unsupported nitrile gloves with a flocklined interior offering solvent and chemical resistance. Made from premium grade acrylonitrile butadiene rubber, formulated for improved dexterity and minimal finger fatigue, available in 15 mils (RNF15) and 18 mils (RNF18) thicknesses for industrial solvent and chemical handling.
• Tri-Tec BIC 200 Bicolor industrial latex glove with flocklined interior for comfort, thicker gauge for durability, and excellent grip in wet and oily environments. Chemically toughened for increased fat and oil resistance.
• Sensibles UC1 Unlined latex canners glove with a chemically strengthened satin finish and dust-free internal and external surface treatment, intended for food handling and cleaning applications.
• Sofie Skin SOF11 / SOF15 Lightweight nitrile household gloves made from acrylonitrile butadiene rubber compound. Recommended for latex-hypersensitive skin, with resistance to oils, fats, and household detergents; FDA compliant, flocklined for easy donning, and treated to inhibit bacterial growth.
• Ni Traxx NL 15 Flocklined nitrile industrial glove with strong resistance against oils, fats, solvents, and petroleum products. Features a raised diamond pattern for sustained grip in wet and oily environments.
• Superior Grip SL1 Natural rubber blended with nitrile glove featuring a satin-lined interior for hygiene purposes, offering improved fat resistance suitable for food processing, food handling, and catering applications.
• Green Nitron RNU 22-18 Extended-length nitrile industrial glove at 450mm for elbow-length protection. High-performance acrylonitrile butadiene compound with chemical resistance and flexibility for chemical processing and laboratory testing.
• Super Neoprene NEO400 / NEO400-16 Polychloroprene and natural rubber blended industrial glove offering protection against acids, solvents, oils, abrasion, tears, cuts, and punctures. Available in standard 330mm and extended 410mm lengths.
• Satin Nitrile RNU 11 / RNU 15 Unflocked nitrile industrial glove with a satin interior lining to reduce lint contamination risk, made from high-performance acrylonitrile butadiene compound with good resistance to oils, fats, and petroleum products.

Named customers4 records

Segments3 records

Ideal customer profiles4 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

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Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Feature5 records

Partnerships

Six partnerships are on record, tiered minor, core and strategic.

• Alliance Empire Sdn BhdminorOthers · 16 December 2021In 2021, Rubberex proposed to subscribe to 200,000 new ordinary shares in Alliance Empire Sdn Bhd representing 20% equity interest for RM180 million cash consideration. Also proposed diversification into property investment including shopping malls.
• Hextar Healthcare BerhadcoreOthersParent company and part of Hextar Group of companies. Rubberex (M) Sdn Berhad operates as a subsidiary within the Hextar Healthcare group along with Rubberex Alliance Sdn Bhd, Diamond Grip (M) Sdn Bhd, and Rubberex Spain S.L.
• SATRA (UK)strategicTechnology or IntegrationInternational testing and certification center. Rubberex is a SATRA member and regularly consults with SATRA for testing and verification of glove compliance with international standards.
• TUV (Germany)strategicTechnology or IntegrationGerman international testing organization that provides testing and certification services to verify glove compliance with European standards.
• ISEGA (Germany)strategicTechnology or IntegrationGerman testing institute providing food safety certification and testing services for gloves in food contact applications.
• European and US Research InstitutionsstrategicStrategic or Co-development PartnerCollaborative partnerships with overseas research institutions in Europe and the US to develop solutions for natural rubber latex protein allergies and research on raw materials and rubber formulations.

Scale indicators5 records

Recent moves9 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Direct peers

• Kossan Rubber Industries Berhad: Malaysian manufacturer of examination, surgical, and industrial gloves, plus cleanroom and rubber products. Operates in the same Malaysian glove cluster with overlapping customer base in healthcare and industrial PPE.
• Hartalega Holdings Berhad: Malaysian-based nitrile glove manufacturer focused on medical and industrial applications, with global distribution and proprietary technology in nitrile formulation. Closely comparable to Rubberex in product category and export-led GTM.
• Top Glove Corporation Berhad: World's largest glove manufacturer, also headquartered in Malaysia, producing nitrile, latex, and surgical gloves for medical and industrial use across 195+ countries. Most directly comparable to Rubberex across product mix, customer base, and Malaysian manufacturing footprint.
• MAPA Professional (Hutchinson): European manufacturer specializing in chemical-resistant and industrial gloves (nitrile, latex, neoprene) for professional users. Comparable to Rubberex in industrial glove focus and chemical-protection use cases, with stronger European brand presence.
• Supermax Corporation Berhad: Malaysian glove manufacturer producing nitrile and latex examination gloves for medical, dental, and industrial markets globally. Direct peer based on product overlap, Malaysian manufacturing base, and global export model.
• Comfort Rubber Gloves Industries Sdn Bhd: Malaysian manufacturer of household and industrial rubber gloves, including latex and nitrile lines, exporting globally. Closely comparable to Rubberex on product mix (industrial + household) and Malaysian manufacturing base, though smaller in scale.

Broad incumbents

• Ansell Limited: Australian-headquartered global leader in healthcare and industrial hand protection, with much broader PPE portfolio and stronger brand recognition. Comparable as an incumbent in the same product category with overlapping industrial/medical glove lines.
• 3M (Safety & Industrial Business): Global diversified manufacturer with a significant PPE division including protective gloves. Comparable as an incumbent in the broader industrial hand protection market, though gloves are one of many product categories within its portfolio.
• SHOWA Group: Japanese manufacturer of single-use and industrial gloves (nitrile, latex, neoprene) with strong European and North American distribution. Comparable to Rubberex on product range and chemical/industrial protective glove offering, with broader geographic scale.
• Honeywell International (Personal Protective Equipment): Diversified industrial conglomerate with a global PPE portfolio including chemical-resistant and disposable gloves. Comparable as an incumbent competing in the same industrial hand protection category, with much broader product breadth and global enterprise reach.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat5 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights6 records

Customer concentration

• YouTubeyoutube.com/channel/UCenZgS_apZPNFdpGwwUhhAA
• Facebookfacebook.com/Rubberex
• LinkedInlinkedin.com/company/rubberex

Compliance10 records

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles7 records

Subsidiaries4 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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