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Type: Gauze & Dressing

Vendor: Dynarex

Gauze Pads 4" x 4"

Name: Gauze Pads 4" x 4"
Brand: Dynarex
Price: 4.0 USD
Availability: InStock

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PRODUCT INFORMATION

Dynarex · Gauze & Dressing

Gauze Pads 4" x 4"

The 4 x 4 sterile gauze pad, in the box quantity a working kit actually consumes: 25 twin-pack peel-down pouches, 50 pads in total. Eight-ply, 100% cotton, latex-free. This is the consumable that sits under every dressing, wrap and splint you apply — bought by the box, not by the piece.

4 in. x 4 in.8-ply, 100% cotton50 pads (25 twin packs)Sterile · latex-free

Eight-ply, not four. That is roughly double the absorbent capacity of the thin pads that come bundled in cheap kits — the difference between a pad that soaks and a pad that smears.

What's Included

One box, in the single live quantity. The first accordion matches the quantity option on this page; the second states what these pads are not. Tap a section.

VIEW ▾25 Pack (50 Pads) — one box

25x Sterile peel-down pouch, 2 pads per pouch — 50 pads in total per box
Each pad: 4 in. x 4 in. (10.2 cm x 10.2 cm), 8-ply, 100% cotton
Foil peel-down pouch presents the pads without hands contacting the pad surface
Latex-free. Box weight approximately 0.5 lb.

VIEW ▾What This Is Not — read before ordering

Not a hemostatic dressing. There is no clotting agent on these pads — they are plain cotton gauze.
Not packing gauze. A deep or cavitary wound is packed with a continuous roll or Z-fold gauze; flat pads are not the tool for that.
Not a pressure dressing. There is no elastic wrap, no pressure bar and no closure — these are the absorbent layer that goes under one.
Not an occlusive dressing or a chest seal.
Not individually wrapped one to a pouch. Each pouch holds two pads; opening a pouch commits both.

▾Specifications

Dynarex 4 in. x 4 in. sterile gauze pads — specifications

Specification	Detail
Manufacturer	Dynarex Corporation
Pad size	4 in. x 4 in. (10.2 cm x 10.2 cm)
Ply	8-ply
Material	100% cotton
Sterility	Sterile — individual peel-down pouches
Pack configuration	2 pads per sterile pouch
Quantity per box	25 pouches — 50 pads
Box weight	Approx. 0.5 lb
Latex content	Latex-free, per the manufacturer
Use classification	Single use
Typical uses	Wound covering, irrigation absorption, dressing substrate under a wrap, padding between splint and skin
Guideline status	Not on the CoTCCC recommended-device list — plain gauze is not a listed device class
Shelf life	Not published on this page — check the lot date printed on the box

Specifications are as published by Dynarex. Sterility applies to the individual pouch and ends when that pouch is opened; the manufacturer does not publish a shelf-life figure on this page, so check the lot date printed on the box before staging pads in a kit. Plain gauze is the substrate layer, not the intervention — a wound that needs packing, hemostatic gauze or a tourniquet needs those, and which one applies is a clinical judgement made under local protocol.

▾Who Carries It

Every kit builder — IFAKs, trauma bags, vehicle kits, jobsite stations and clinic rooms all consume 4 x 4s faster than anything else in the bag - EMS and fire services restocking by the box - Training programmes running skills days where a dozen simulated wounds are dressed - Clinics, athletic training rooms and occupational health handling routine wound care.

Gauze is a supply item, not a capability. Recognising a wound that needs more than a dressing — packing, a hemostatic agent, a pressure dressing or a tourniquet — is a trained skill exercised within scope of practice and under local protocol. This page describes the pads and states exactly what ships.

Genuine Dynarex

Sourced direct from the manufacturer or an authorized master distributor. Ships from MED-TAC International, Pembroke Pines, FL — clinician-founded, veteran-led, SDVOSB-certified.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

Available Options:

25 Pack (50 Pads)

SPECS & MEASUREMENTS

Specifications coming soon. Contact us for detailed product information.

SHIPPING & RETURNS

Domestic & Military Shipping

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Order Processing & Tracking

Standard Gear: In-stock medical devices, consumables, and tactical packs process within 48 hours.

Stocked Kit Bags: Custom-built kits ship within 7-10 days as they are assembled by hand at our South Florida facility.

Automated carrier tracking details are emailed immediately upon shipment dispatch.

30-Day Returns & Medical Safety

Returns: Unused, unopened equipment in original manufacturer packaging is eligible for return within 30 days of delivery.

Bio-Safety Notice: To ensure sterility and patient safety, medical consumables with opened or broken tamper-evident seals cannot be returned.

Return Facility: MED-TAC International Corp., 15757 Pines Blvd, Suite 154, Pembroke Pines, FL 33027.

Export Compliance

North American Rescue (NAR) products and rifle hard armor plates are strictly restricted to US and APO/FPO addresses and cannot be exported internationally.

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

Why are 8-ply gauze pads better than 4-ply for wound care?

8-ply gauze pads contain twice as many layers of cotton as 4-ply pads, providing significantly greater absorbent capacity, better padding against trauma, and more robust wound coverage. For moderately to heavily bleeding wounds or irrigated wounds with substantial exudate, 8-ply pads maintain their absorptive function longer before becoming saturated. The additional layers also provide better protection against mechanical trauma to the wound surface during patient movement. Dynarex 4×4 8-ply pads are appropriate for both initial wound management and dressing changes at higher care levels.

How should sterile gauze pads be handled to maintain their sterility?

Dynarex gauze pads are packaged in peel-down sterile pouches that allow aseptic presentation: the foil backing is peeled away and the sterile pad falls or is tipped directly onto the wound or sterile field without being touched on its wound-contact surface. Once a pad has been removed from its pouch and placed on a non-sterile surface, it is no longer considered sterile. Inspect each pouch for seal integrity before use — any torn, punctured, or moisture-damaged pouch should be discarded. Store boxes in a cool, dry location away from direct sunlight.

How many pads are in one box, and is that sufficient for an IFAK or patrol kit?

Each box of Dynarex 4×4 Sterile Gauze Pads contains 25 peel-down pouches with 2 pads each, for a total of 50 pads per box weighing approximately 0.5 lb. For a standard IFAK, 2–4 individual pads are typically included. For a full patrol medic kit or vehicle kit, an entire box provides supply for multiple patient contacts. For IFAK integration, individual twin-packs can be pulled from the box and stored separately. The box format is well-suited to base kits, training scenarios, and restocking bulk medical inventory.

Can Dynarex 4×4 gauze pads be used for wound packing to control hemorrhage?

Gauze pads are not the optimal choice for deep cavity wound packing — that role is best served by long-format gauze rolls (compressed gauze, S-rolled gauze, or wound packing gauze) that can be packed deeply into a wound in a continuous strand. Gauze pads are better suited for surface coverage, absorption, and wound protection. However, in the absence of roll gauze, multiple gauze pads can be packed tightly into a wound with direct digital pressure as a temporary measure. For deliberate hemorrhage control, the NAR Compressed Gauze or Wound Packing Gauze from the Bandages & Dressings collection is preferred.

Are Dynarex gauze pads latex-free?

Yes. Dynarex 4×4 8-ply Sterile Gauze Pads are made from 100% cotton and are latex-free, making them safe for patients with latex sensitivities or allergies. This is important in emergency settings where the responder may not have access to a patient's allergy history. The cotton construction also minimizes lint to reduce the risk of fiber contamination in open wounds.