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Safeguard Compressed Gauze

Name: Safeguard Compressed Gauze
Brand: Safeguard Medical
SKU: HHPG-C
Price: 3.59 USD
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SKU: HHPG-C

Type: Gauze & Dressing

Vendor: Safeguard Medical

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PRODUCT INFORMATION

Safeguard Medical · Compressed Gauze

Safeguard Compressed Gauze

Sterile 6-ply crinkle cotton gauze, vacuum-packed to a compact cube — for wound packing, hemostatic backing, and general bandaging, with a 7-year shelf life.

What is the Safeguard Compressed Gauze? A 4.5 in × 4.1 yd roll of sterile 6-ply crinkle cotton gauze (SKU HHPG-C), vacuum-packed into a 3 in × 2 in × 1 in package. Originally H&H Medical’s PriMed Compressed Gauze, now distributed by Safeguard Medical. NSN 6510-01-503-2117. USP Type VII compliant, latex-free, TAA compliant, with a 7-year shelf life — ideal for wound packing, hemostatic-agent backing, and general bandaging.

Key Specifications

Manufacturer	Safeguard Medical (originally H&H PriMed)
SKU	HHPG-C
NSN	6510-01-503-2117
Gauze Dimensions	4.5 in W × 4.1 yd L (stretched)
Packaged Dimensions	3 in × 2 in × 1 in
Weight	2 oz (57 g)
Material	6-ply crinkle cotton fluff, USP Type VII
Shelf Life	7 years
Compliance	TAA Compliant, USP Type VII
Latex	Latex-free

What It Is

The Safeguard Compressed Gauze carries a long lineage as one of the original premium compressed-gauze products in the tactical-medicine market, developed by H&H Medical as the PriMed Compressed Gauze and now distributed under the Safeguard Medical brand following Safeguard’s acquisition of H&H. The specifications are unchanged: 4.5 in × 4.1 yd of 6-ply crinkle cotton fluff gauze, vacuum-packed to a 3 × 2 × 1 in cube, sterile and ready for immediate use.

The USP Type VII designation indicates the gauze meets the United States Pharmacopeia specification for absorbent gauze — a quality standard covering material composition, absorbency, and cleanliness. TAA (Trade Agreements Act) compliance makes it eligible for procurement through government supply channels requiring TAA-compliant materials, and the assigned NSN (6510-01-503-2117) enables direct DoD procurement.

The 7-year shelf life is among the longest in this category, an operational advantage for long-term kit storage — particularly relevant for vehicle kits, pre-positioned trauma caches, and institutional supply inventories where rotation intervals may exceed five years. The crinkle cotton fluff texture maximizes fluid absorption per unit volume, and the 3 × 2 × 1 in vacuum-packed cube fits standard IFAK and kit configurations built around that footprint.

Pair with pressure bandages from the Bandages & Dressings collection, combine with agents from the Hemostatic Agents collection, or complete your kit at Massive Hemorrhage Control.

Related searches: compressed gauze, 6-ply crinkle gauze, wound packing gauze, vacuum-packed gauze, TAA compliant gauze.

All products sourced from the actual brand manufacturer or authorized master distributors. CoTCCC recommendation status verified where applicable. Ships from MED-TAC International, Pembroke Pines, FL — clinician-founded, veteran-led, SDVOSB-certified.

SPECS & MEASUREMENTS

Specifications coming soon. Contact us for detailed product information.

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

Is Safeguard Compressed Gauze the same product as H&H Compressed Gauze?

Yes, essentially. Safeguard Medical acquired H&H Medical, and the Safeguard Compressed Gauze (HHPG-C) is the continuation of H&H's PriMed Compressed Gauze product with the same specifications: 4.5 in. × 4.1 yd., 6-ply crinkle cotton, USP Type VII compliant, vacuum-packed to a 3×2×1 in. cube, 7-year shelf life, TAA compliant. The packaging and branding have transitioned to the Safeguard label; the product inside is unchanged. The NSN (6510-01-503-2117) is shared with the NAR Compressed Gauze product category.

What does 'USP Type VII' mean for compressed gauze?

USP Type VII refers to the United States Pharmacopeia specification for absorbent gauze — a standardized quality benchmark that verifies the gauze meets defined standards for material composition (cotton content), absorbency per square inch, cleanliness, and the absence of fluorescent whitening agents. Products meeting USP Type VII are suitable for use on open wounds and in sterile medical contexts. It is the relevant USP standard for wound packing and dressing gauze products in both military and civilian medical supply.

What is the shelf life of Safeguard Compressed Gauze and how does it compare to other products?

Safeguard Compressed Gauze carries a 7-year shelf life from the manufacturing date — the longest shelf life among major compressed gauze products in this category. The NAR Compressed Gauze typically lists 5 years on its packaging (verify current labeling). The 7-year shelf life is particularly advantageous for long-term kit stocking in vehicles, pre-positioned cache kits, and institutional medical inventories where kit rotation intervals may be extended.

Is Safeguard Compressed Gauze TAA compliant?

Yes. The Safeguard Compressed Gauze (HHPG-C) is TAA (Trade Agreements Act) compliant, making it eligible for procurement through U.S. government supply channels that require TAA-compliant materials. The NSN 6510-01-503-2117 enables DoD and federal agency procurement. For law enforcement agencies, federal contractors, and government medical supply officers, the TAA compliance designation is a specific procurement requirement that Safeguard Compressed Gauze meets.

How does Safeguard Compressed Gauze compare to NAR Compressed Gauze?

Both are 4.5 in. × 4.1 yd., 6-ply crinkle cotton, vacuum-packed to a 3×2×1 in. cube, sterile, and share the same NSN. The key differences: Safeguard Compressed Gauze has a 7-year shelf life vs. NAR's 5 years, and is specifically labeled as USP Type VII and TAA compliant. NAR Compressed Gauze uses proprietary packaging with Red-Tip Technology tear notches and specifies finished edges to minimize lint. For most clinical applications the products are functionally equivalent; the 7-year shelf life is a practical advantage for long-term stock, and TAA compliance matters for government procurement.