{"title":"Gauze","description":"\u003cdiv style=\"font-family:'Helvetica Neue',Arial,sans-serif;color:#121212;max-width:860px;margin:0 auto;line-height:1.65;\"\u003e\n\n  \n  \u003cdiv style=\"margin:0 0 32px;padding:18px 22px;background:#f5f4f0;border-left:4px solid #9c8f61;\"\u003e\n    \u003cp style=\"margin:0;font-size:15px;color:#121212;line-height:1.7;\"\u003eMED-TAC International's gauze collection provides \u003cstrong\u003ehemostatic combat gauze\u003c\/strong\u003e, \u003cstrong\u003eplain gauze rolls and pads\u003c\/strong\u003e, \u003cstrong\u003ez-fold and accordion-fold configurations\u003c\/strong\u003e, and \u003cstrong\u003especialty wound packing gauze\u003c\/strong\u003e for military medics, tactical EMS, and emergency responders. Every product is sourced direct from the original manufacturer. Gauze is the most versatile wound management tool in the trauma kit — used for hemorrhage control through wound packing, wound coverage, pressure dressing staging, and improvised airway management when indicated by TCCC and JTS protocols.\u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n  \n  \u003ch2 style=\"font-size:18px;font-weight:700;color:#121212;margin:32px 0 12px;text-transform:uppercase;letter-spacing:.04em;\"\u003eWhat Is the Difference Between Hemostatic Gauze and Plain Gauze for Wound Packing?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n  \u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 16px;font-size:15px;\"\u003ePlain gauze and hemostatic gauze both provide the mechanical wound packing necessary to apply direct pressure against a bleeding vessel — but hemostatic gauze additionally delivers an active clot-accelerating agent impregnated into the fabric. \u003cstrong\u003ePlain gauze\u003c\/strong\u003e (sterile woven or non-woven cotton or synthetic) works by absorbing blood and creating a physical matrix for clot formation when combined with sustained manual pressure. It has no expiration-dependent active ingredient and is appropriate for wounds where rapid hemorrhage has been controlled or for wound coverage after hemostasis. \u003cstrong\u003eHemostatic gauze\u003c\/strong\u003e incorporates active agents — typically kaolin (QuikClot Combat Gauze) or chitosan (Celox Rapid, ChitoGauze) — that accelerate clotting by activating coagulation factors or directly binding red blood cells. For life-threatening extremity wounds not controlled by tourniquet, and for junctional or truncal wounds requiring wound packing, CoTCCC-recommended hemostatic gauze is the standard of care. See the \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.tactical-medicine.com\/collections\/hemostatic-agents\" style=\"color:#9c8f61;text-decoration:underline;\"\u003eHemostatic Agents\u003c\/a\u003e collection for the full range of CoTCCC-recommended hemostatic products.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n  \n  \u003ch2 style=\"font-size:18px;font-weight:700;color:#121212;margin:32px 0 12px;text-transform:uppercase;letter-spacing:.04em;\"\u003eZ-Fold vs. Roll Gauze for Wound Packing — Which Is Better?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n  \u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 16px;font-size:15px;\"\u003eThe configuration of gauze matters significantly in the chaos of casualty care. \u003cstrong\u003eZ-fold (accordion-fold) gauze\u003c\/strong\u003e is pre-folded in an alternating back-and-forth pattern, allowing providers to pack wounds without unspooling or re-folding — the gauze deploys consistently and continuously from the package, reducing the chance of introducing loose gauze fragments into the wound. Z-fold is the preferred configuration for CoTCCC training and the standard format for most hemostatic combat gauze products (QuikClot Combat Gauze, Celox Rapid). \u003cstrong\u003eRoll gauze\u003c\/strong\u003e is more versatile for surface coverage, secondary dressings, pressure dressing staging, splint padding, and airway humidification when improvising nasopharyngeal airway packing. \u003cstrong\u003eGauze pads\u003c\/strong\u003e (2×2, 4×4) are used for wound coverage, absorptive primary dressings, and sterile procedure draping. For tactical kit configuration, z-fold hemostatic gauze is the primary wound-packing tool; a roll of plain gauze complements it for secondary dressing needs.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n  \n  \u003ch2 style=\"font-size:18px;font-weight:700;color:#121212;margin:32px 0 12px;text-transform:uppercase;letter-spacing:.04em;\"\u003eMedical Gauze Type Comparison\u003c\/h2\u003e\n  \u003cdiv style=\"overflow-x:auto;margin:0 0 32px;-webkit-overflow-scrolling:touch;\"\u003e\n    \u003ctable style=\"width:100%;border-collapse:collapse;font-size:14px;min-width:600px;\"\u003e\n      \u003cthead\u003e\n        \u003ctr\u003e\n          \u003cth style=\"background:#121212;color:#fff;padding:10px 14px;text-align:left;font-weight:600;\"\u003eGauze Type\u003c\/th\u003e\n          \u003cth style=\"background:#121212;color:#fff;padding:10px 14px;text-align:left;font-weight:600;\"\u003eActive Agent\u003c\/th\u003e\n          \u003cth style=\"background:#121212;color:#fff;padding:10px 14px;text-align:left;font-weight:600;\"\u003eBest Use\u003c\/th\u003e\n          \u003cth style=\"background:#121212;color:#fff;padding:10px 14px;text-align:left;font-weight:600;\"\u003eCoTCCC Recommendation\u003c\/th\u003e\n        \u003c\/tr\u003e\n      \u003c\/thead\u003e\n      \u003ctbody\u003e\n        \u003ctr style=\"background:#fff;border-bottom:1px solid #e8e4da;\"\u003e\n          \u003ctd style=\"padding:9px 14px;font-weight:600;\"\u003eQuikClot Combat Gauze (z-fold)\u003c\/td\u003e\n          \u003ctd style=\"padding:9px 14px;\"\u003eKaolin\u003c\/td\u003e\n          \u003ctd style=\"padding:9px 14px;\"\u003eWound packing — life-threatening hemorrhage not controlled by tourniquet\u003c\/td\u003e\n          \u003ctd style=\"padding:9px 14px;\"\u003eRecommended (first-line hemostatic gauze)\u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003c\/tr\u003e\n        \u003ctr style=\"background:#faf9f6;border-bottom:1px solid #e8e4da;\"\u003e\n          \u003ctd style=\"padding:9px 14px;font-weight:600;\"\u003eCelox Rapid (z-fold)\u003c\/td\u003e\n          \u003ctd style=\"padding:9px 14px;\"\u003eChitosan\u003c\/td\u003e\n          \u003ctd style=\"padding:9px 14px;\"\u003eWound packing; effective in coagulopathic\/anticoagulated patients\u003c\/td\u003e\n          \u003ctd style=\"padding:9px 14px;\"\u003eRecommended\u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003c\/tr\u003e\n        \u003ctr style=\"background:#fff;border-bottom:1px solid #e8e4da;\"\u003e\n          \u003ctd style=\"padding:9px 14px;font-weight:600;\"\u003eChitoGauze (roll)\u003c\/td\u003e\n          \u003ctd style=\"padding:9px 14px;\"\u003eChitosan\u003c\/td\u003e\n          \u003ctd style=\"padding:9px 14px;\"\u003eWound packing; roll format for versatile deployment\u003c\/td\u003e\n          \u003ctd style=\"padding:9px 14px;\"\u003eRecommended\u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003c\/tr\u003e\n        \u003ctr style=\"background:#faf9f6;border-bottom:1px solid #e8e4da;\"\u003e\n          \u003ctd style=\"padding:9px 14px;font-weight:600;\"\u003ePlain Sterile Gauze Roll (4\")\u003c\/td\u003e\n          \u003ctd style=\"padding:9px 14px;\"\u003eNone\u003c\/td\u003e\n          \u003ctd style=\"padding:9px 14px;\"\u003eSecondary dressings, pressure staging, wound coverage\u003c\/td\u003e\n          \u003ctd style=\"padding:9px 14px;\"\u003eField standard (non-hemostatic use)\u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003c\/tr\u003e\n        \u003ctr style=\"background:#fff;border-bottom:1px solid #e8e4da;\"\u003e\n          \u003ctd style=\"padding:9px 14px;font-weight:600;\"\u003eSterile Gauze Pads (4×4)\u003c\/td\u003e\n          \u003ctd style=\"padding:9px 14px;\"\u003eNone\u003c\/td\u003e\n          \u003ctd style=\"padding:9px 14px;\"\u003ePrimary wound coverage, absorptive dressing, sterile field draping\u003c\/td\u003e\n          \u003ctd style=\"padding:9px 14px;\"\u003eField standard\u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003c\/tr\u003e\n      \u003c\/tbody\u003e\n    \u003c\/table\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n  \n  \u003ch2 style=\"font-size:18px;font-weight:700;color:#121212;margin:32px 0 12px;text-transform:uppercase;letter-spacing:.04em;\"\u003eHow Do You Properly Pack a Wound with Gauze to Control Hemorrhage?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n  \u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 16px;font-size:15px;\"\u003eWound packing is the primary technique for controlling non-compressible hemorrhage — bleeding from wounds in the neck, groin, axilla, or truncal wounds where a tourniquet cannot be applied. Proper technique is critical: (1) \u003cstrong\u003eExpose the wound\u003c\/strong\u003e — cut away clothing, expose the full wound opening. (2) \u003cstrong\u003eIdentify the bleeding source\u003c\/strong\u003e — visualize or palpate for the depth and direction of the bleed. (3) \u003cstrong\u003ePack directly against the source\u003c\/strong\u003e — insert the hemostatic gauze into the deepest part of the wound cavity, making direct contact with the bleeding vessel. Do not place gauze superficially over the wound. (4) \u003cstrong\u003ePack tightly and continuously\u003c\/strong\u003e — for z-fold gauze, feed the material into the wound while maintaining finger pressure on the leading edge; fill the entire cavity. (5) \u003cstrong\u003eApply direct pressure\u003c\/strong\u003e — maintain firm, sustained pressure for a minimum of 3 minutes (5 minutes for kaolin-based agents). Use body weight if available — do not release pressure early. (6) \u003cstrong\u003eSecure with a pressure dressing\u003c\/strong\u003e — use an Israeli Bandage, OLAES, or equivalent. Document time of packing. The \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.tactical-medicine.com\/collections\/bandages-dressings\" style=\"color:#9c8f61;text-decoration:underline;\"\u003eBandages \u0026amp; Dressings\u003c\/a\u003e collection covers pressure dressings for use over packed wounds.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n  \n  \u003ch2 style=\"font-size:18px;font-weight:700;color:#121212;margin:32px 0 12px;text-transform:uppercase;letter-spacing:.04em;\"\u003eWhat Gauze Should Be in an IFAK or Trauma Kit?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n  \u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 16px;font-size:15px;\"\u003eA properly configured IFAK for TCCC compliance should contain at minimum: one z-fold hemostatic combat gauze (QuikClot Combat Gauze or equivalent CoTCCC-recommended product) for wound packing, and one plain gauze roll or pad for secondary dressings. Many military and law enforcement units configure their IFAKs with two hemostatic gauze products to allow simultaneous management of two wounds, or to provide redundancy in a through-and-through wound requiring front and back packing. Aid bags (68W medic bag, STOMP II, 3-day bag) should carry 4–6 hemostatic gauze units and multiple plain gauze rolls. When selecting hemostatic gauze, verify that the packaging is intact and within the manufacturer's expiration date — compromised packaging may allow moisture infiltration that degrades active agent efficacy. The \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.tactical-medicine.com\/collections\/ifak-kits-first-aid\" style=\"color:#9c8f61;text-decoration:underline;\"\u003eIFAK Kits collection\u003c\/a\u003e includes pre-configured kits with gauze already integrated.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n  \n  \u003cdiv style=\"margin:36px 0;padding:24px 28px;background:#121212;border-radius:6px;text-align:center;\"\u003e\n    \u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 8px;font-size:18px;font-weight:700;color:#fff;letter-spacing:.02em;\"\u003eStock Your Wound Packing Supplies\u003c\/p\u003e\n    \u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 18px;font-size:14px;color:#aaa;line-height:1.5;\"\u003eCoTCCC-recommended hemostatic gauze and plain gauze — sourced direct from manufacturers for tactical kits, aid bags, and range trauma stations.\u003c\/p\u003e\n    \u003cdiv\u003e\n      \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.tactical-medicine.com\/collections\/hemostatic-agents\" style=\"display:inline-block;margin:5px 8px;padding:11px 26px;background:#9c8f61;color:#fff;font-size:14px;font-weight:600;text-decoration:none;border-radius:4px;letter-spacing:.03em;\"\u003eSHOP HEMOSTATIC AGENTS\u003c\/a\u003e\n      \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.tactical-medicine.com\/collections\/bandages-dressings\" style=\"display:inline-block;margin:5px 8px;padding:11px 26px;background:#444;color:#fff;font-size:14px;font-weight:600;text-decoration:none;border-radius:4px;letter-spacing:.03em;\"\u003eBANDAGES \u0026amp; DRESSINGS\u003c\/a\u003e\n      \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.tactical-medicine.com\/collections\/massive-hemorrhage-control\" style=\"display:inline-block;margin:5px 8px;padding:11px 26px;background:#444;color:#fff;font-size:14px;font-weight:600;text-decoration:none;border-radius:4px;letter-spacing:.03em;\"\u003eHEMORRHAGE CONTROL\u003c\/a\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n  \n  \u003ch2 style=\"font-size:18px;font-weight:700;color:#121212;margin:32px 0 16px;text-transform:uppercase;letter-spacing:.04em;\"\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n  \u003cdiv style=\"border-top:1px solid #e8e4da;\"\u003e\n    \u003cdetails style=\"border-bottom:1px solid #e8e4da;\"\u003e\n      \u003csummary style=\"padding:14px 0;font-size:15px;font-weight:600;color:#121212;cursor:pointer;list-style:none;display:flex;justify-content:space-between;align-items:center;\"\u003eCan hemostatic gauze be used on all types of wounds?\u003cspan style=\"color:#9c8f61;font-size:20px;font-weight:300;margin-left:12px;\"\u003e+\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\n      \u003cdiv style=\"padding:0 0 16px;font-size:14px;color:#444;line-height:1.7;\"\u003eHemostatic gauze is appropriate for most external hemorrhage wounds that require packing — extremity wounds not controlled by tourniquet, junctional wounds, neck wounds, and truncal wounds with accessible cavities. It should not be applied directly to exposed brain tissue, within the eye, or across open chest wounds (a chest seal is the correct intervention for open thoracic wounds). For abdominal evisceration, cover exposed organs with a moist sterile dressing rather than packing the abdominal cavity with hemostatic gauze in the field. Always follow current TCCC protocols, which are updated based on battlefield evidence, for the most current guidance on hemostatic gauze indications.\u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003c\/details\u003e\n\n    \u003cdetails style=\"border-bottom:1px solid #e8e4da;\"\u003e\n      \u003csummary style=\"padding:14px 0;font-size:15px;font-weight:600;color:#121212;cursor:pointer;list-style:none;display:flex;justify-content:space-between;align-items:center;\"\u003eHow long does hemostatic gauze last before expiring?\u003cspan style=\"color:#9c8f61;font-size:20px;font-weight:300;margin-left:12px;\"\u003e+\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\n      \u003cdiv style=\"padding:0 0 16px;font-size:14px;color:#444;line-height:1.7;\"\u003eMost CoTCCC-recommended hemostatic gauze products carry a 3–5 year shelf life from date of manufacture when stored in intact, sealed packaging. QuikClot Combat Gauze is typically rated for 5 years; Celox Rapid for 3 years. The expiration represents the manufacturer's guaranteed efficacy of the active hemostatic agent under specified storage conditions. Physical integrity of the packaging is as important as the printed expiration date — compromised vacuum sealing or moisture exposure can degrade kaolin and especially chitosan before the printed expiration. Inspect all gauze packaging before issuing to kits, and rotate stock on a first-in-first-out basis to manage expiration.\u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003c\/details\u003e\n\n    \u003cdetails style=\"border-bottom:1px solid #e8e4da;\"\u003e\n      \u003csummary style=\"padding:14px 0;font-size:15px;font-weight:600;color:#121212;cursor:pointer;list-style:none;display:flex;justify-content:space-between;align-items:center;\"\u003eWhat is the correct way to remove gauze from a packed wound?\u003cspan style=\"color:#9c8f61;font-size:20px;font-weight:300;margin-left:12px;\"\u003e+\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\n      \u003cdiv style=\"padding:0 0 16px;font-size:14px;color:#444;line-height:1.7;\"\u003ePacked wound gauze should not be removed in the field unless specifically directed by medical control or a qualified provider — removing the packing disrupts the forming clot and restarts hemorrhage. In the hospital setting, wound irrigation with saline is used to loosen adherent hemostatic gauze before removal to minimize clot disruption. Chitosan-based gauze (Celox, ChitoGauze) may require more irrigation to dissolve the gel seal than kaolin-based products. In the rare field scenario where gauze must be changed due to saturation without hemostasis, apply a second packing layer directly over the first while maintaining pressure — do not pull the original packing out.\u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003c\/details\u003e\n\n    \u003cdetails style=\"border-bottom:1px solid #e8e4da;\"\u003e\n      \u003csummary style=\"padding:14px 0;font-size:15px;font-weight:600;color:#121212;cursor:pointer;list-style:none;display:flex;justify-content:space-between;align-items:center;\"\u003eIs plain gauze or hemostatic gauze better for packing a neck wound?\u003cspan style=\"color:#9c8f61;font-size:20px;font-weight:300;margin-left:12px;\"\u003e+\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\n      \u003cdiv style=\"padding:0 0 16px;font-size:14px;color:#444;line-height:1.7;\"\u003eCoTCCC guidelines recommend hemostatic gauze (QuikClot Combat Gauze, Celox Rapid, or ChitoGauze) for neck wound packing due to the high vascularity of the region and the difficulty of maintaining adequate manual pressure on neck wounds during transport. Junctional and compressible neck hemorrhage should be treated with hemostatic gauze packing and direct manual pressure maintained against the wound — a wound packing technique adapted from battlefield experience with carotid and jugular vessel injuries. Plain gauze can be used in the absence of hemostatic gauze, but hemostatic agents are specifically indicated for high-flow junctional bleeding where the window to achieve hemostasis before exsanguination is narrow.\u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003c\/details\u003e\n\n    \u003cdetails style=\"border-bottom:1px solid #e8e4da;\"\u003e\n      \u003csummary style=\"padding:14px 0;font-size:15px;font-weight:600;color:#121212;cursor:pointer;list-style:none;display:flex;justify-content:space-between;align-items:center;\"\u003eWhat does \"non-woven\" vs. \"woven\" gauze mean and does it matter?\u003cspan style=\"color:#9c8f61;font-size:20px;font-weight:300;margin-left:12px;\"\u003e+\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\n      \u003cdiv style=\"padding:0 0 16px;font-size:14px;color:#444;line-height:1.7;\"\u003eWoven gauze is made from interlaced cotton fibers forming a traditional textile mesh — it has a moderate absorption rate and can leave fiber fragments in wounds if not removed carefully. Non-woven gauze is manufactured from compressed or bonded fibers (synthetic or cotton blends) without interlacing — it tends to have higher absorption capacity and fewer loose fiber particles. For wound packing in trauma applications, the hemostatic agent and fold format matter more than the weave type. For wound coverage and secondary dressings, non-woven pads are preferred where reduced linting is important. All gauze used for open wound contact should be sterile.\u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003c\/details\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n  \n  \u003ch2 style=\"font-size:18px;font-weight:700;color:#121212;margin:36px 0 14px;text-transform:uppercase;letter-spacing:.04em;\"\u003eRelated Collections\u003c\/h2\u003e\n  \u003cdiv style=\"display:flex;flex-wrap:wrap;gap:10px;margin:0 0 28px;\"\u003e\n    \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.tactical-medicine.com\/collections\/hemostatic-agents\" style=\"display:inline-block;padding:8px 16px;background:#f5f4f0;color:#121212;font-size:13px;font-weight:600;text-decoration:none;border-radius:3px;border:1px solid #e8e4da;\"\u003eHemostatic Agents\u003c\/a\u003e\n    \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.tactical-medicine.com\/collections\/bandages-dressings\" style=\"display:inline-block;padding:8px 16px;background:#f5f4f0;color:#121212;font-size:13px;font-weight:600;text-decoration:none;border-radius:3px;border:1px solid #e8e4da;\"\u003eBandages \u0026amp; Dressings\u003c\/a\u003e\n    \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.tactical-medicine.com\/collections\/massive-hemorrhage-control\" style=\"display:inline-block;padding:8px 16px;background:#f5f4f0;color:#121212;font-size:13px;font-weight:600;text-decoration:none;border-radius:3px;border:1px solid #e8e4da;\"\u003eMassive Hemorrhage Control\u003c\/a\u003e\n    \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.tactical-medicine.com\/collections\/tourniquets-pouches\" style=\"display:inline-block;padding:8px 16px;background:#f5f4f0;color:#121212;font-size:13px;font-weight:600;text-decoration:none;border-radius:3px;border:1px solid #e8e4da;\"\u003eTourniquets \u0026amp; Pouches\u003c\/a\u003e\n    \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.tactical-medicine.com\/collections\/march-supplies\" style=\"display:inline-block;padding:8px 16px;background:#f5f4f0;color:#121212;font-size:13px;font-weight:600;text-decoration:none;border-radius:3px;border:1px solid #e8e4da;\"\u003eMARCH Supplies\u003c\/a\u003e\n    \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.tactical-medicine.com\/collections\/wound-and-injury-care\" style=\"display:inline-block;padding:8px 16px;background:#f5f4f0;color:#121212;font-size:13px;font-weight:600;text-decoration:none;border-radius:3px;border:1px solid #e8e4da;\"\u003eWound and Injury Care\u003c\/a\u003e\n    \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.tactical-medicine.com\/collections\/ifak-kits-first-aid\" style=\"display:inline-block;padding:8px 16px;background:#f5f4f0;color:#121212;font-size:13px;font-weight:600;text-decoration:none;border-radius:3px;border:1px solid #e8e4da;\"\u003eIFAK Kits\u003c\/a\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n  \n  \u003cp style=\"margin:24px 0 0;padding:12px 16px;background:#f5f4f0;border-left:3px solid #9c8f61;font-size:13px;color:#555;line-height:1.5;\"\u003eAll 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.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003c\/div\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"s-rolled-gauze","title":"S-Rolled Gauze","description":"\u003c!-- NAR S-Rolled Gauze — GEO-optimized product description --\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"font-family:'Helvetica Neue',Arial,sans-serif;color:#121212;max-width:860px;margin:0 auto;line-height:1.65;\"\u003e\n\n  \u003c!-- Direct Answer Block --\u003e\n  \u003cdiv style=\"margin:0 0 28px;padding:16px 20px;background:#f5f4f0;border-left:4px solid #9c8f61;\"\u003e\n    \u003cp style=\"margin:0;font-size:15px;color:#121212;line-height:1.6;\"\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eNorth American Rescue S-Rolled Gauze\u003c\/strong\u003e (SKU 30-0003) is a sterile, 6-ply, 100% cotton gauze measuring 4.5 in. × 4.1 yd., packaged in a unique S-roll dispenser configuration that enables controlled linear or roll application while keeping the unused portion protected from contamination. Vacuum-packed to 3 in. × 2 in. × 1 in., it is a go-to gauze for both tactical wound packing and conventional bandaging applications.\u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n  \u003c!-- Key Specifications Table --\u003e\n  \u003ch2 style=\"font-size:18px;font-weight:700;color:#121212;margin:0 0 12px;text-transform:uppercase;letter-spacing:.04em;\"\u003eKey Specifications\u003c\/h2\u003e\n  \u003cdiv style=\"overflow-x:auto;margin:0 0 32px;\"\u003e\n    \u003ctable style=\"width:100%;border-collapse:collapse;font-size:14px;\"\u003e\n      \u003cthead\u003e\n        \u003ctr\u003e\n          \u003cth style=\"background:#121212;color:#fff;padding:10px 14px;text-align:left;font-weight:600;\"\u003eSpecification\u003c\/th\u003e\n          \u003cth style=\"background:#121212;color:#fff;padding:10px 14px;text-align:left;font-weight:600;\"\u003eDetail\u003c\/th\u003e\n        \u003c\/tr\u003e\n      \u003c\/thead\u003e\n      \u003ctbody\u003e\n        \u003ctr style=\"background:#fff;\"\u003e\n          \u003ctd style=\"padding:9px 14px;border-bottom:1px solid #e8e4da;\"\u003eManufacturer\u003c\/td\u003e\n          \u003ctd style=\"padding:9px 14px;border-bottom:1px solid #e8e4da;\"\u003eNorth American Rescue (NAR)\u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003c\/tr\u003e\n        \u003ctr style=\"background:#faf9f6;\"\u003e\n          \u003ctd style=\"padding:9px 14px;border-bottom:1px solid #e8e4da;\"\u003eSKU\u003c\/td\u003e\n          \u003ctd style=\"padding:9px 14px;border-bottom:1px solid #e8e4da;\"\u003e30-0003\u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003c\/tr\u003e\n        \u003ctr style=\"background:#fff;\"\u003e\n          \u003ctd style=\"padding:9px 14px;border-bottom:1px solid #e8e4da;\"\u003eNSN\u003c\/td\u003e\n          \u003ctd style=\"padding:9px 14px;border-bottom:1px solid #e8e4da;\"\u003e6510-01-605-2234\u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003c\/tr\u003e\n        \u003ctr style=\"background:#faf9f6;\"\u003e\n          \u003ctd style=\"padding:9px 14px;border-bottom:1px solid #e8e4da;\"\u003eGauze Dimensions\u003c\/td\u003e\n          \u003ctd style=\"padding:9px 14px;border-bottom:1px solid #e8e4da;\"\u003e4.5 in. W × 4.1 yd. L\u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003c\/tr\u003e\n        \u003ctr style=\"background:#fff;\"\u003e\n          \u003ctd style=\"padding:9px 14px;border-bottom:1px solid #e8e4da;\"\u003ePackaged Dimensions\u003c\/td\u003e\n          \u003ctd style=\"padding:9px 14px;border-bottom:1px solid #e8e4da;\"\u003eL 3 in. × W 2 in. × D 1 in.\u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003c\/tr\u003e\n        \u003ctr style=\"background:#faf9f6;\"\u003e\n          \u003ctd style=\"padding:9px 14px;border-bottom:1px solid #e8e4da;\"\u003eWeight\u003c\/td\u003e\n          \u003ctd style=\"padding:9px 14px;border-bottom:1px solid #e8e4da;\"\u003e1.2 oz (34 g)\u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003c\/tr\u003e\n        \u003ctr style=\"background:#fff;\"\u003e\n          \u003ctd style=\"padding:9px 14px;border-bottom:1px solid #e8e4da;\"\u003eMaterial\u003c\/td\u003e\n          \u003ctd style=\"padding:9px 14px;border-bottom:1px solid #e8e4da;\"\u003e100% Premium Cotton, 6-ply\u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003c\/tr\u003e\n        \u003ctr style=\"background:#faf9f6;\"\u003e\n          \u003ctd style=\"padding:9px 14px;border-bottom:1px solid #e8e4da;\"\u003eFold Configuration\u003c\/td\u003e\n          \u003ctd style=\"padding:9px 14px;border-bottom:1px solid #e8e4da;\"\u003eS-roll dispenser (protects unused portion during application)\u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003c\/tr\u003e\n        \u003ctr style=\"background:#fff;\"\u003e\n          \u003ctd style=\"padding:9px 14px;border-bottom:1px solid #e8e4da;\"\u003eSterility\u003c\/td\u003e\n          \u003ctd style=\"padding:9px 14px;border-bottom:1px solid #e8e4da;\"\u003eSterile, vacuum-sealed\u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003c\/tr\u003e\n        \u003ctr style=\"background:#faf9f6;\"\u003e\n          \u003ctd style=\"padding:9px 14px;\"\u003eLatex\u003c\/td\u003e\n          \u003ctd style=\"padding:9px 14px;\"\u003eLatex-free\u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003c\/tr\u003e\n      \u003c\/tbody\u003e\n    \u003c\/table\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n  \u003c!-- Product Overview --\u003e\n  \u003ch2 style=\"font-size:18px;font-weight:700;color:#121212;margin:0 0 12px;text-transform:uppercase;letter-spacing:.04em;\"\u003eProduct Overview\u003c\/h2\u003e\n  \u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 16px;font-size:15px;\"\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eNAR S-Rolled Gauze\u003c\/strong\u003e bridges the gap between a simple compressed gauze roll and a specialized wound packing gauze. The distinctive S-roll configuration inside the dispenser package allows the user to pull gauze from the package in a controlled, continuous feed — either as a complete unit or as a linear strip for wound packing — while the remaining gauze stays inside the dispenser, protected from contamination during application. This design is functionally superior to a standard roll for active wound packing, where maintaining sterility of unused gauze material during a high-stress procedure is practically challenging.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n  \u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 16px;font-size:15px;\"\u003eConstructed from premium 6-ply 100% cotton, the S-Rolled Gauze offers the same absorption properties as the NAR Compressed Gauze but adds the ergonomic advantage of the dispenser format. The 4.5 in. width accommodates a range of wound profiles, from narrow penetrating wounds to broader surface lacerations. The full 4.1-yard length provides sufficient material for thorough cavity packing in even large extremity wounds. At 1.2 oz in a 3 in. × 2 in. × 1 in. vacuum-sealed package, its mass and footprint are identical to the NAR Compressed Gauze, making it a direct upgrade for kits where controlled application is prioritized.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n  \u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 16px;font-size:15px;\"\u003eBeyond wound packing, S-Rolled Gauze works effectively as backing gauze for hemostatic agents including Combat Gauze and other chitosan or kaolin-impregnated products. It can also be used for conventional wound bandaging, splint securing, and any other application requiring an elastic conforming bandage layer. The vacuum-sealed packaging with NAR's Red-Tip Technology tear notches enables rapid one-handed opening under stress — a non-trivial feature during active hemorrhage management.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n  \u003c!-- Cross-links --\u003e\n  \u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 32px;font-size:15px;\"\u003eComplete your bleeding control configuration with pressure bandages from the \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.tactical-medicine.com\/collections\/bandages-dressings\" style=\"color:#9c8f61;text-decoration:underline;\"\u003eBandages \u0026amp; Dressings collection\u003c\/a\u003e or upgrade to hemostatic-impregnated options from the \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.tactical-medicine.com\/collections\/hemostatic-agents\" style=\"color:#9c8f61;text-decoration:underline;\"\u003eHemostatic Agents collection\u003c\/a\u003e. See the full \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.tactical-medicine.com\/collections\/massive-hemorrhage-control\" style=\"color:#9c8f61;text-decoration:underline;\"\u003eMassive Hemorrhage Control\u003c\/a\u003e lineup.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n  \u003c!-- Compliance Footer --\u003e\n  \u003cp style=\"margin:24px 0 0;padding:12px 16px;background:#f5f4f0;border-left:3px solid #9c8f61;font-size:13px;color:#555;line-height:1.5;\"\u003eAll 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.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n","brand":"North American Rescue","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":20443256586358,"sku":"30-0003","price":3.5,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0085\/6909\/4262\/products\/s-rolled-gauze-1027217.jpg?v=1763155922"},{"product_id":"compressed-gauze","title":"Compressed Gauze","description":"\u003c!-- NAR Compressed Gauze — GEO-optimized product description --\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"font-family:'Helvetica Neue',Arial,sans-serif;color:#121212;max-width:860px;margin:0 auto;line-height:1.65;\"\u003e\n\n  \u003c!-- Direct Answer Block --\u003e\n  \u003cdiv style=\"margin:0 0 28px;padding:16px 20px;background:#f5f4f0;border-left:4px solid #9c8f61;\"\u003e\n    \u003cp style=\"margin:0;font-size:15px;color:#121212;line-height:1.6;\"\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eNorth American Rescue Compressed Gauze\u003c\/strong\u003e (SKU 30-0052) is a sterile, 6-ply, 100% cotton gauze roll measuring 4.5 in. × 4.1 yd., vacuum-packed into a 3 in. × 2 in. × 1 in. package. Its proprietary crinkle weave maximizes fluid absorption, and the compact packaging expands on deployment to cover larger wound areas. An essential item for any IFAK, medic bag, or bleeding control kit.\u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n  \u003c!-- Key Specifications Table --\u003e\n  \u003ch2 style=\"font-size:18px;font-weight:700;color:#121212;margin:0 0 12px;text-transform:uppercase;letter-spacing:.04em;\"\u003eKey Specifications\u003c\/h2\u003e\n  \u003cdiv style=\"overflow-x:auto;margin:0 0 32px;\"\u003e\n    \u003ctable style=\"width:100%;border-collapse:collapse;font-size:14px;\"\u003e\n      \u003cthead\u003e\n        \u003ctr\u003e\n          \u003cth style=\"background:#121212;color:#fff;padding:10px 14px;text-align:left;font-weight:600;\"\u003eSpecification\u003c\/th\u003e\n          \u003cth style=\"background:#121212;color:#fff;padding:10px 14px;text-align:left;font-weight:600;\"\u003eDetail\u003c\/th\u003e\n        \u003c\/tr\u003e\n      \u003c\/thead\u003e\n      \u003ctbody\u003e\n        \u003ctr style=\"background:#fff;\"\u003e\n          \u003ctd style=\"padding:9px 14px;border-bottom:1px solid #e8e4da;\"\u003eManufacturer\u003c\/td\u003e\n          \u003ctd style=\"padding:9px 14px;border-bottom:1px solid #e8e4da;\"\u003eNorth American Rescue (NAR)\u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003c\/tr\u003e\n        \u003ctr style=\"background:#faf9f6;\"\u003e\n          \u003ctd style=\"padding:9px 14px;border-bottom:1px solid #e8e4da;\"\u003eSKU\u003c\/td\u003e\n          \u003ctd style=\"padding:9px 14px;border-bottom:1px solid #e8e4da;\"\u003e30-0052\u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003c\/tr\u003e\n        \u003ctr style=\"background:#fff;\"\u003e\n          \u003ctd style=\"padding:9px 14px;border-bottom:1px solid #e8e4da;\"\u003eNSN\u003c\/td\u003e\n          \u003ctd style=\"padding:9px 14px;border-bottom:1px solid #e8e4da;\"\u003e6510-01-503-2117\u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003c\/tr\u003e\n        \u003ctr style=\"background:#faf9f6;\"\u003e\n          \u003ctd style=\"padding:9px 14px;border-bottom:1px solid #e8e4da;\"\u003eGauze Dimensions\u003c\/td\u003e\n          \u003ctd style=\"padding:9px 14px;border-bottom:1px solid #e8e4da;\"\u003e4.5 in. W × 4.1 yd. L\u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003c\/tr\u003e\n        \u003ctr style=\"background:#fff;\"\u003e\n          \u003ctd style=\"padding:9px 14px;border-bottom:1px solid #e8e4da;\"\u003ePackaged Dimensions\u003c\/td\u003e\n          \u003ctd style=\"padding:9px 14px;border-bottom:1px solid #e8e4da;\"\u003eL 3 in. × W 2 in. × D 1 in.\u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003c\/tr\u003e\n        \u003ctr style=\"background:#faf9f6;\"\u003e\n          \u003ctd style=\"padding:9px 14px;border-bottom:1px solid #e8e4da;\"\u003eWeight\u003c\/td\u003e\n          \u003ctd style=\"padding:9px 14px;border-bottom:1px solid #e8e4da;\"\u003e1.2 oz (34 g)\u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003c\/tr\u003e\n        \u003ctr style=\"background:#fff;\"\u003e\n          \u003ctd style=\"padding:9px 14px;border-bottom:1px solid #e8e4da;\"\u003eMaterial\u003c\/td\u003e\n          \u003ctd style=\"padding:9px 14px;border-bottom:1px solid #e8e4da;\"\u003e100% Cotton, 6-ply crinkle weave\u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003c\/tr\u003e\n        \u003ctr style=\"background:#faf9f6;\"\u003e\n          \u003ctd style=\"padding:9px 14px;border-bottom:1px solid #e8e4da;\"\u003eSterility\u003c\/td\u003e\n          \u003ctd style=\"padding:9px 14px;border-bottom:1px solid #e8e4da;\"\u003eSterile, vacuum-sealed packaging\u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003c\/tr\u003e\n        \u003ctr style=\"background:#fff;\"\u003e\n          \u003ctd style=\"padding:9px 14px;border-bottom:1px solid #e8e4da;\"\u003eLatex\u003c\/td\u003e\n          \u003ctd style=\"padding:9px 14px;border-bottom:1px solid #e8e4da;\"\u003eLatex-free\u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003c\/tr\u003e\n        \u003ctr style=\"background:#faf9f6;\"\u003e\n          \u003ctd style=\"padding:9px 14px;\"\u003ePackaging\u003c\/td\u003e\n          \u003ctd style=\"padding:9px 14px;\"\u003eVacuum-sealed with easy-open tear notches\u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003c\/tr\u003e\n      \u003c\/tbody\u003e\n    \u003c\/table\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n  \u003c!-- Product Overview --\u003e\n  \u003ch2 style=\"font-size:18px;font-weight:700;color:#121212;margin:0 0 12px;text-transform:uppercase;letter-spacing:.04em;\"\u003eProduct Overview\u003c\/h2\u003e\n  \u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 16px;font-size:15px;\"\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eNAR Compressed Gauze\u003c\/strong\u003e is one of the most widely fielded gauze products in tactical and military medicine. It packs a full 4.5 in. × 4.1 yd. roll of sterile 100% cotton gauze into a 3 in. × 2 in. × 1 in. vacuum-sealed package — a cube footprint small enough to fit in a cargo pocket, an IFAK panel, or even a chest rig insert. Once opened, the gauze expands to provide substantial wound coverage and packing capacity that far exceeds what its packaging suggests.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n  \u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 16px;font-size:15px;\"\u003eThe proprietary crinkle weave sets NAR Compressed Gauze apart from standard medical gauze. Unlike flat-woven gauze, the crinkle texture creates a three-dimensional fiber matrix that traps and holds fluid more effectively. The finished edges reduce loose ends and lint, which is particularly important during wound packing procedures where loose fibers could become embedded in tissue. The 6-ply construction provides sufficient bulk for effective wound packing while remaining pliable enough to conform to irregular wound cavities.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n  \u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 16px;font-size:15px;\"\u003eIn clinical and tactical contexts, compressed gauze serves multiple functions: direct wound packing for hemorrhage control (especially in conjunction with a pressure bandage), backing gauze to stabilize hemostatic agents such as QuikClot or HemCon, and general wound dressing for minor injuries. The vacuum-sealed packaging features NAR's Red-Tip Technology easy-open tear notches, allowing rapid one-handed access under stress. The proprietary packaging process ensures the most consistent low-cube form factor available, eliminating the variation in package dimensions seen with manually rolled gauze products.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n  \u003c!-- How to Use --\u003e\n  \u003ch2 style=\"font-size:18px;font-weight:700;color:#121212;margin:0 0 12px;text-transform:uppercase;letter-spacing:.04em;\"\u003eApplication\u003c\/h2\u003e\n  \u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 16px;font-size:15px;\"\u003eFor direct wound packing: open the package using the tear notches, locate the wound, and pack the gauze firmly into the wound cavity using fingers or a packing tool, working from the deepest point outward. The full 4.1 yards of gauze allows for deep cavity packing. Secure with a pressure bandage such as an Israeli Bandage or ETD. For use as backing gauze with hemostatic agents, apply the hemostatic first and overlay the compressed gauze before bandaging. The unused portion of gauze remains uncontaminated during application due to the dispenser packaging.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n  \u003c!-- Cross-links --\u003e\n  \u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 32px;font-size:15px;\"\u003ePair with a pressure bandage from the \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.tactical-medicine.com\/collections\/bandages-dressings\" style=\"color:#9c8f61;text-decoration:underline;\"\u003eBandages \u0026amp; Dressings collection\u003c\/a\u003e or combine with hemostatic gauze from the \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.tactical-medicine.com\/collections\/hemostatic-agents\" style=\"color:#9c8f61;text-decoration:underline;\"\u003eHemostatic Agents collection\u003c\/a\u003e for a complete wound-packing solution. See also the full \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.tactical-medicine.com\/collections\/massive-hemorrhage-control\" style=\"color:#9c8f61;text-decoration:underline;\"\u003eMassive Hemorrhage Control\u003c\/a\u003e category.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n  \u003c!-- Compliance Footer --\u003e\n  \u003cp style=\"margin:24px 0 0;padding:12px 16px;background:#f5f4f0;border-left:3px solid #9c8f61;font-size:13px;color:#555;line-height:1.5;\"\u003eAll 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.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n","brand":"North American Rescue","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":20443271495798,"sku":"30-0052","price":2.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0085\/6909\/4262\/products\/compressed-gauze-1034200.jpg?v=1763155914"},{"product_id":"safeguard-compressed-gauze","title":"Safeguard Compressed Gauze","description":"\u003c!-- Safeguard Compressed Gauze — GEO-optimized product description --\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"font-family:'Helvetica Neue',Arial,sans-serif;color:#121212;max-width:860px;margin:0 auto;line-height:1.65;\"\u003e\n\n  \u003c!-- Direct Answer Block --\u003e\n  \u003cdiv style=\"margin:0 0 28px;padding:16px 20px;background:#f5f4f0;border-left:4px solid #9c8f61;\"\u003e\n    \u003cp style=\"margin:0;font-size:15px;color:#121212;line-height:1.6;\"\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eSafeguard Compressed Gauze\u003c\/strong\u003e (SKU HHPG-C) — originally H\u0026amp;H Medical's PriMed Compressed Gauze, now distributed by Safeguard Medical — is a 4.5 in. × 4.1 yd. roll of sterile 6-ply crinkle cotton gauze, vacuum-packed into a 3 in. × 2 in. × 1 in. package. NSN 6510-01-503-2117. A 7-year shelf life, USP Type VII compliant, latex-free, and TAA compliant. Ideal for wound packing, hemostatic agent backing, and general wound bandaging in tactical and emergency kits.\u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n  \u003c!-- Key Specifications Table --\u003e\n  \u003ch2 style=\"font-size:18px;font-weight:700;color:#121212;margin:0 0 12px;text-transform:uppercase;letter-spacing:.04em;\"\u003eKey Specifications\u003c\/h2\u003e\n  \u003cdiv style=\"overflow-x:auto;margin:0 0 32px;\"\u003e\n    \u003ctable style=\"width:100%;border-collapse:collapse;font-size:14px;\"\u003e\n      \u003cthead\u003e\n        \u003ctr\u003e\n          \u003cth style=\"background:#121212;color:#fff;padding:10px 14px;text-align:left;font-weight:600;\"\u003eSpecification\u003c\/th\u003e\n          \u003cth style=\"background:#121212;color:#fff;padding:10px 14px;text-align:left;font-weight:600;\"\u003eDetail\u003c\/th\u003e\n        \u003c\/tr\u003e\n      \u003c\/thead\u003e\n      \u003ctbody\u003e\n        \u003ctr style=\"background:#fff;\"\u003e\n          \u003ctd style=\"padding:9px 14px;border-bottom:1px solid #e8e4da;\"\u003eManufacturer\u003c\/td\u003e\n          \u003ctd style=\"padding:9px 14px;border-bottom:1px solid #e8e4da;\"\u003eSafeguard Medical (originally H\u0026amp;H PriMed)\u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003c\/tr\u003e\n        \u003ctr style=\"background:#faf9f6;\"\u003e\n          \u003ctd style=\"padding:9px 14px;border-bottom:1px solid #e8e4da;\"\u003eSKU\u003c\/td\u003e\n          \u003ctd style=\"padding:9px 14px;border-bottom:1px solid #e8e4da;\"\u003eHHPG-C\u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003c\/tr\u003e\n        \u003ctr style=\"background:#fff;\"\u003e\n          \u003ctd style=\"padding:9px 14px;border-bottom:1px solid #e8e4da;\"\u003eNSN\u003c\/td\u003e\n          \u003ctd style=\"padding:9px 14px;border-bottom:1px solid #e8e4da;\"\u003e6510-01-503-2117\u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003c\/tr\u003e\n        \u003ctr style=\"background:#faf9f6;\"\u003e\n          \u003ctd style=\"padding:9px 14px;border-bottom:1px solid #e8e4da;\"\u003eGauze Dimensions\u003c\/td\u003e\n          \u003ctd style=\"padding:9px 14px;border-bottom:1px solid #e8e4da;\"\u003e4.5 in. W × 4.1 yd. L (stretched)\u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003c\/tr\u003e\n        \u003ctr style=\"background:#fff;\"\u003e\n          \u003ctd style=\"padding:9px 14px;border-bottom:1px solid #e8e4da;\"\u003ePackaged Dimensions\u003c\/td\u003e\n          \u003ctd style=\"padding:9px 14px;border-bottom:1px solid #e8e4da;\"\u003e3 in. × 2 in. × 1 in.\u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003c\/tr\u003e\n        \u003ctr style=\"background:#faf9f6;\"\u003e\n          \u003ctd style=\"padding:9px 14px;border-bottom:1px solid #e8e4da;\"\u003eWeight\u003c\/td\u003e\n          \u003ctd style=\"padding:9px 14px;border-bottom:1px solid #e8e4da;\"\u003e2 oz (57 g)\u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003c\/tr\u003e\n        \u003ctr style=\"background:#fff;\"\u003e\n          \u003ctd style=\"padding:9px 14px;border-bottom:1px solid #e8e4da;\"\u003eMaterial\u003c\/td\u003e\n          \u003ctd style=\"padding:9px 14px;border-bottom:1px solid #e8e4da;\"\u003e6-ply crinkle cotton fluff, USP Type VII\u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003c\/tr\u003e\n        \u003ctr style=\"background:#faf9f6;\"\u003e\n          \u003ctd style=\"padding:9px 14px;border-bottom:1px solid #e8e4da;\"\u003eShelf Life\u003c\/td\u003e\n          \u003ctd style=\"padding:9px 14px;border-bottom:1px solid #e8e4da;\"\u003e7 years\u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003c\/tr\u003e\n        \u003ctr style=\"background:#fff;\"\u003e\n          \u003ctd style=\"padding:9px 14px;border-bottom:1px solid #e8e4da;\"\u003eCompliance\u003c\/td\u003e\n          \u003ctd style=\"padding:9px 14px;border-bottom:1px solid #e8e4da;\"\u003eTAA Compliant, USP Type VII\u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003c\/tr\u003e\n        \u003ctr style=\"background:#faf9f6;\"\u003e\n          \u003ctd style=\"padding:9px 14px;\"\u003eLatex\u003c\/td\u003e\n          \u003ctd style=\"padding:9px 14px;\"\u003eLatex-free\u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003c\/tr\u003e\n      \u003c\/tbody\u003e\n    \u003c\/table\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n  \u003c!-- Product Overview --\u003e\n  \u003ch2 style=\"font-size:18px;font-weight:700;color:#121212;margin:0 0 12px;text-transform:uppercase;letter-spacing:.04em;\"\u003eProduct Overview\u003c\/h2\u003e\n  \u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 16px;font-size:15px;\"\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eSafeguard Compressed Gauze\u003c\/strong\u003e carries a legacy as one of the original premium compressed gauze products in the tactical medicine market, developed by H\u0026amp;H Medical as the PriMed Compressed Gauze and now distributed under the Safeguard Medical brand following Safeguard's acquisition of H\u0026amp;H. The product specifications are unchanged: 4.5 in. × 4.1 yd. of high-quality 6-ply crinkle cotton fluff gauze, vacuum-packed to a 3 × 2 × 1 in. cube, sterile, and ready for immediate clinical use.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n  \u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 16px;font-size:15px;\"\u003eThe USP Type VII designation indicates that the gauze meets the United States Pharmacopeia's specification for absorbent gauze — a quality standard that verifies material composition, absorbency, and cleanliness. The TAA (Trade Agreements Act) compliance makes the Safeguard Compressed Gauze eligible for procurement through government supply channels requiring TAA-compliant materials. The NSN 6510-01-503-2117 — the same NSN as the NAR Compressed Gauze — is assigned to this product category and enables direct DoD procurement.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n  \u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 16px;font-size:15px;\"\u003eThe 7-year shelf life is the longest of any major compressed gauze product in this category, providing an operational advantage for long-term kit storage — particularly relevant for vehicle kits, pre-positioned trauma caches, and institutional medical supply inventories where kit rotation intervals may exceed 5 years. The crinkle cotton fluff texture maximizes fluid absorption per unit volume, and the vacuum-packed cube of 3 × 2 × 1 in. ensures it fits in standard IFAK and kit configurations designed around this standard footprint.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n  \u003c!-- Cross-links --\u003e\n  \u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 32px;font-size:15px;\"\u003ePair with pressure bandages from the \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.tactical-medicine.com\/collections\/bandages-dressings\" style=\"color:#9c8f61;text-decoration:underline;\"\u003eBandages \u0026amp; Dressings collection\u003c\/a\u003e or combine with hemostatic agents from the \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.tactical-medicine.com\/collections\/hemostatic-agents\" style=\"color:#9c8f61;text-decoration:underline;\"\u003eHemostatic Agents collection\u003c\/a\u003e. Complete your hemorrhage control kit at \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.tactical-medicine.com\/collections\/massive-hemorrhage-control\" style=\"color:#9c8f61;text-decoration:underline;\"\u003eMassive Hemorrhage Control\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n  \u003c!-- Compliance Footer --\u003e\n  \u003cp style=\"margin:24px 0 0;padding:12px 16px;background:#f5f4f0;border-left:3px solid #9c8f61;font-size:13px;color:#555;line-height:1.5;\"\u003eAll 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.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n","brand":"Safeguard Medical","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":20443336933494,"sku":"HHPG-C","price":3.59,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0085\/6909\/4262\/products\/safeguard-compressed-gauze-5799684.jpg?v=1763155891"},{"product_id":"wound-packing-gauze","title":"Wound Packing Gauze","description":"\u003c!-- NAR Wound Packing Gauze — GEO-optimized product description --\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"font-family:'Helvetica Neue',Arial,sans-serif;color:#121212;max-width:860px;margin:0 auto;line-height:1.65;\"\u003e\n\n  \u003c!-- Direct Answer Block --\u003e\n  \u003cdiv style=\"margin:0 0 28px;padding:16px 20px;background:#f5f4f0;border-left:4px solid #9c8f61;\"\u003e\n    \u003cp style=\"margin:0;font-size:15px;color:#121212;line-height:1.6;\"\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eNorth American Rescue Wound Packing Gauze\u003c\/strong\u003e (SKU 30-0054) is a 1-ply, sterile, Z-fold gauze strip measuring 3 in. × 5 yd., featuring an embedded X-ray detectable line and vacuum-sealed packaging. The Z-fold configuration allows controlled linear application directly into deep wounds, making it the preferred format for deliberate wound packing procedures in TCCC and austere pre-hospital care environments.\u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n  \u003c!-- Key Specifications Table --\u003e\n  \u003ch2 style=\"font-size:18px;font-weight:700;color:#121212;margin:0 0 12px;text-transform:uppercase;letter-spacing:.04em;\"\u003eKey Specifications\u003c\/h2\u003e\n  \u003cdiv style=\"overflow-x:auto;margin:0 0 32px;\"\u003e\n    \u003ctable style=\"width:100%;border-collapse:collapse;font-size:14px;\"\u003e\n      \u003cthead\u003e\n        \u003ctr\u003e\n          \u003cth style=\"background:#121212;color:#fff;padding:10px 14px;text-align:left;font-weight:600;\"\u003eSpecification\u003c\/th\u003e\n          \u003cth style=\"background:#121212;color:#fff;padding:10px 14px;text-align:left;font-weight:600;\"\u003eDetail\u003c\/th\u003e\n        \u003c\/tr\u003e\n      \u003c\/thead\u003e\n      \u003ctbody\u003e\n        \u003ctr style=\"background:#fff;\"\u003e\n          \u003ctd style=\"padding:9px 14px;border-bottom:1px solid #e8e4da;\"\u003eManufacturer\u003c\/td\u003e\n          \u003ctd style=\"padding:9px 14px;border-bottom:1px solid #e8e4da;\"\u003eNorth American Rescue (NAR)\u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003c\/tr\u003e\n        \u003ctr style=\"background:#faf9f6;\"\u003e\n          \u003ctd style=\"padding:9px 14px;border-bottom:1px solid #e8e4da;\"\u003eSKU\u003c\/td\u003e\n          \u003ctd style=\"padding:9px 14px;border-bottom:1px solid #e8e4da;\"\u003e30-0054\u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003c\/tr\u003e\n        \u003ctr style=\"background:#fff;\"\u003e\n          \u003ctd style=\"padding:9px 14px;border-bottom:1px solid #e8e4da;\"\u003eNSN\u003c\/td\u003e\n          \u003ctd style=\"padding:9px 14px;border-bottom:1px solid #e8e4da;\"\u003e6510-01-695-5824\u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003c\/tr\u003e\n        \u003ctr style=\"background:#faf9f6;\"\u003e\n          \u003ctd style=\"padding:9px 14px;border-bottom:1px solid #e8e4da;\"\u003eGauze Dimensions\u003c\/td\u003e\n          \u003ctd style=\"padding:9px 14px;border-bottom:1px solid #e8e4da;\"\u003e3 in. W × 5 yd. L\u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003c\/tr\u003e\n        \u003ctr style=\"background:#fff;\"\u003e\n          \u003ctd style=\"padding:9px 14px;border-bottom:1px solid #e8e4da;\"\u003ePackaged Dimensions\u003c\/td\u003e\n          \u003ctd style=\"padding:9px 14px;border-bottom:1px solid #e8e4da;\"\u003eH 3 in. × W 2 in. × D 1 in.\u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003c\/tr\u003e\n        \u003ctr style=\"background:#faf9f6;\"\u003e\n          \u003ctd style=\"padding:9px 14px;border-bottom:1px solid #e8e4da;\"\u003eWeight\u003c\/td\u003e\n          \u003ctd style=\"padding:9px 14px;border-bottom:1px solid #e8e4da;\"\u003e1.2 oz (34 g)\u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003c\/tr\u003e\n        \u003ctr style=\"background:#fff;\"\u003e\n          \u003ctd style=\"padding:9px 14px;border-bottom:1px solid #e8e4da;\"\u003eMaterial\u003c\/td\u003e\n          \u003ctd style=\"padding:9px 14px;border-bottom:1px solid #e8e4da;\"\u003e1-ply soft cotton gauze\u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003c\/tr\u003e\n        \u003ctr style=\"background:#faf9f6;\"\u003e\n          \u003ctd style=\"padding:9px 14px;border-bottom:1px solid #e8e4da;\"\u003eFold Configuration\u003c\/td\u003e\n          \u003ctd style=\"padding:9px 14px;border-bottom:1px solid #e8e4da;\"\u003eZ-fold (controlled linear feed)\u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003c\/tr\u003e\n        \u003ctr style=\"background:#fff;\"\u003e\n          \u003ctd style=\"padding:9px 14px;border-bottom:1px solid #e8e4da;\"\u003eX-Ray Detectable\u003c\/td\u003e\n          \u003ctd style=\"padding:9px 14px;border-bottom:1px solid #e8e4da;\"\u003eYes — embedded line\u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003c\/tr\u003e\n        \u003ctr style=\"background:#faf9f6;\"\u003e\n          \u003ctd style=\"padding:9px 14px;border-bottom:1px solid #e8e4da;\"\u003eSterility\u003c\/td\u003e\n          \u003ctd style=\"padding:9px 14px;border-bottom:1px solid #e8e4da;\"\u003eSterile, vacuum-sealed packaging\u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003c\/tr\u003e\n        \u003ctr style=\"background:#fff;\"\u003e\n          \u003ctd style=\"padding:9px 14px;\"\u003eLatex\u003c\/td\u003e\n          \u003ctd style=\"padding:9px 14px;\"\u003eLatex-free\u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003c\/tr\u003e\n      \u003c\/tbody\u003e\n    \u003c\/table\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n  \u003c!-- Product Overview --\u003e\n  \u003ch2 style=\"font-size:18px;font-weight:700;color:#121212;margin:0 0 12px;text-transform:uppercase;letter-spacing:.04em;\"\u003eProduct Overview\u003c\/h2\u003e\n  \u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 16px;font-size:15px;\"\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eNAR Wound Packing Gauze\u003c\/strong\u003e is purpose-designed for the controlled linear packing of penetrating wounds — a technique that is more clinically demanding than simple surface dressing but significantly more effective at controlling hemorrhage in cavity wounds. Unlike the rolled NAR Compressed Gauze, the Wound Packing Gauze is Z-folded inside its package, which means it feeds out in a continuous, controlled linear strip rather than spinning off a roll. This single design distinction materially improves the speed and consistency of packing under field conditions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n  \u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 16px;font-size:15px;\"\u003eThe 3 in. width is optimized for packing into penetrating wound cavities — narrower than the 4.5 in. Compressed Gauze, which makes it easier to introduce into smaller entry wounds. The full 5-yard length (180 inches) provides ample material for thorough deep-cavity packing. The embedded X-ray detectable line is a critical safety feature that allows hospital staff to confirm complete gauze removal during surgical exploration — preventing retained foreign body complications that represent a significant source of post-operative morbidity.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n  \u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 16px;font-size:15px;\"\u003eThe gauze is soft, highly pliable, and conforms readily to irregular wound shapes. It can be used as a standalone packing gauze for hemorrhage control with direct pressure, as a backing layer for hemostatic agents, or for conventional wound bandaging. The vacuum-sealed packaging minimizes kit cube space while the durable container with tear notches enables rapid one-handed access under stress. At 1.2 oz in a 3 in. × 2 in. × 1 in. package, it integrates into essentially any IFAK configuration.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n  \u003c!-- Application Notes --\u003e\n  \u003ch2 style=\"font-size:18px;font-weight:700;color:#121212;margin:0 0 12px;text-transform:uppercase;letter-spacing:.04em;\"\u003eWound Packing Technique\u003c\/h2\u003e\n  \u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 16px;font-size:15px;\"\u003eOpen the package using the tear notches. Identify the deepest part of the wound and begin feeding gauze from the Z-fold package directly into the wound cavity, packing tightly as you work outward. Maintain firm digital pressure on the packed gauze throughout the process. Continue until the wound is filled. Apply a pressure bandage over the packed wound and maintain direct pressure for a minimum of 3 minutes. If the gauze is used in conjunction with a hemostatic agent, apply the hemostatic dressing first as the deepest layer. The X-ray detectable line allows surgical teams to confirm complete gauze retrieval post-operatively.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n  \u003c!-- Cross-links --\u003e\n  \u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 32px;font-size:15px;\"\u003eComplete your hemorrhage control kit with a pressure bandage from the \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.tactical-medicine.com\/collections\/bandages-dressings\" style=\"color:#9c8f61;text-decoration:underline;\"\u003eBandages \u0026amp; Dressings collection\u003c\/a\u003e or add a hemostatic dressing from the \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.tactical-medicine.com\/collections\/hemostatic-agents\" style=\"color:#9c8f61;text-decoration:underline;\"\u003eHemostatic Agents collection\u003c\/a\u003e. See the complete \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.tactical-medicine.com\/collections\/massive-hemorrhage-control\" style=\"color:#9c8f61;text-decoration:underline;\"\u003eMassive Hemorrhage Control\u003c\/a\u003e lineup.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n  \u003c!-- Compliance Footer --\u003e\n  \u003cp style=\"margin:24px 0 0;padding:12px 16px;background:#f5f4f0;border-left:3px solid #9c8f61;font-size:13px;color:#555;line-height:1.5;\"\u003eAll 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.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n","brand":"North American Rescue","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":31887693545590,"sku":"30-0054","price":3.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0085\/6909\/4262\/products\/wound-packing-gauze-5444055.jpg?v=1763155494"},{"product_id":"gauze-pads-4-x-4","title":"Gauze Pads 4\" x 4\"","description":"\u003c!-- Dynarex Gauze Pads 4x4 — GEO-optimized product description --\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"font-family:'Helvetica Neue',Arial,sans-serif;color:#121212;max-width:860px;margin:0 auto;line-height:1.65;\"\u003e\n\n  \u003c!-- Direct Answer Block --\u003e\n  \u003cdiv style=\"margin:0 0 28px;padding:16px 20px;background:#f5f4f0;border-left:4px solid #9c8f61;\"\u003e\n    \u003cp style=\"margin:0;font-size:15px;color:#121212;line-height:1.6;\"\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eDynarex 4\" × 4\" Sterile Gauze Pads\u003c\/strong\u003e are 8-ply, 100% cotton surgical sponges packaged in sterile twin-pack peel-down pouches — 25 packs (50 pads total) per box. Latex-free and highly absorbent, these gauze pads are essential for wound coverage, dressing changes, wound cleaning, and irrigation absorption in any medical kit, trauma bag, or clinical setting.\u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n  \u003c!-- Key Specifications Table --\u003e\n  \u003ch2 style=\"font-size:18px;font-weight:700;color:#121212;margin:0 0 12px;text-transform:uppercase;letter-spacing:.04em;\"\u003eKey Specifications\u003c\/h2\u003e\n  \u003cdiv style=\"overflow-x:auto;margin:0 0 32px;\"\u003e\n    \u003ctable style=\"width:100%;border-collapse:collapse;font-size:14px;\"\u003e\n      \u003cthead\u003e\n        \u003ctr\u003e\n          \u003cth style=\"background:#121212;color:#fff;padding:10px 14px;text-align:left;font-weight:600;\"\u003eSpecification\u003c\/th\u003e\n          \u003cth style=\"background:#121212;color:#fff;padding:10px 14px;text-align:left;font-weight:600;\"\u003eDetail\u003c\/th\u003e\n        \u003c\/tr\u003e\n      \u003c\/thead\u003e\n      \u003ctbody\u003e\n        \u003ctr style=\"background:#fff;\"\u003e\n          \u003ctd style=\"padding:9px 14px;border-bottom:1px solid #e8e4da;\"\u003eManufacturer\u003c\/td\u003e\n          \u003ctd style=\"padding:9px 14px;border-bottom:1px solid #e8e4da;\"\u003eDynarex Corporation\u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003c\/tr\u003e\n        \u003ctr style=\"background:#faf9f6;\"\u003e\n          \u003ctd style=\"padding:9px 14px;border-bottom:1px solid #e8e4da;\"\u003ePad Size\u003c\/td\u003e\n          \u003ctd style=\"padding:9px 14px;border-bottom:1px solid #e8e4da;\"\u003e4 in. × 4 in. (10.2 cm × 10.2 cm)\u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003c\/tr\u003e\n        \u003ctr style=\"background:#fff;\"\u003e\n          \u003ctd style=\"padding:9px 14px;border-bottom:1px solid #e8e4da;\"\u003ePly\u003c\/td\u003e\n          \u003ctd style=\"padding:9px 14px;border-bottom:1px solid #e8e4da;\"\u003e8-ply\u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003c\/tr\u003e\n        \u003ctr style=\"background:#faf9f6;\"\u003e\n          \u003ctd style=\"padding:9px 14px;border-bottom:1px solid #e8e4da;\"\u003eMaterial\u003c\/td\u003e\n          \u003ctd style=\"padding:9px 14px;border-bottom:1px solid #e8e4da;\"\u003e100% Cotton\u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003c\/tr\u003e\n        \u003ctr style=\"background:#fff;\"\u003e\n          \u003ctd style=\"padding:9px 14px;border-bottom:1px solid #e8e4da;\"\u003eSterility\u003c\/td\u003e\n          \u003ctd style=\"padding:9px 14px;border-bottom:1px solid #e8e4da;\"\u003eSterile — individually peel-down pouches\u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003c\/tr\u003e\n        \u003ctr style=\"background:#faf9f6;\"\u003e\n          \u003ctd style=\"padding:9px 14px;border-bottom:1px solid #e8e4da;\"\u003ePack Configuration\u003c\/td\u003e\n          \u003ctd style=\"padding:9px 14px;border-bottom:1px solid #e8e4da;\"\u003e2 pads per sterile pouch\u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003c\/tr\u003e\n        \u003ctr style=\"background:#fff;\"\u003e\n          \u003ctd style=\"padding:9px 14px;border-bottom:1px solid #e8e4da;\"\u003eQuantity per Box\u003c\/td\u003e\n          \u003ctd style=\"padding:9px 14px;border-bottom:1px solid #e8e4da;\"\u003e25 packs (50 pads total)\u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003c\/tr\u003e\n        \u003ctr style=\"background:#faf9f6;\"\u003e\n          \u003ctd style=\"padding:9px 14px;border-bottom:1px solid #e8e4da;\"\u003eBox Weight\u003c\/td\u003e\n          \u003ctd style=\"padding:9px 14px;border-bottom:1px solid #e8e4da;\"\u003eApprox. 0.5 lb\u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003c\/tr\u003e\n        \u003ctr style=\"background:#fff;\"\u003e\n          \u003ctd style=\"padding:9px 14px;\"\u003eLatex\u003c\/td\u003e\n          \u003ctd style=\"padding:9px 14px;\"\u003eLatex-free\u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003c\/tr\u003e\n      \u003c\/tbody\u003e\n    \u003c\/table\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n  \u003c!-- Product Overview --\u003e\n  \u003ch2 style=\"font-size:18px;font-weight:700;color:#121212;margin:0 0 12px;text-transform:uppercase;letter-spacing:.04em;\"\u003eProduct Overview\u003c\/h2\u003e\n  \u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 16px;font-size:15px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDynarex 4\" × 4\" Sterile Gauze Pads\u003c\/strong\u003e are among the most fundamental supplies in any medical kit. The 4×4 format has been the clinical standard for wound dressing for decades, providing sufficient coverage for most individual wound sites while remaining small enough for precise spot application. The 8-ply cotton construction delivers nearly double the absorbent capacity of 4-ply alternatives, making these appropriate for moderately to heavily exuding wounds and irrigation absorption procedures.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n  \u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 16px;font-size:15px;\"\u003eEach box contains 25 sterile twin-pack peel-down pouches for a total of 50 pads. The peel-down pouch design enables aseptic handling — the foil backing peels away to present sterile pads without the provider's hands contacting the pad surface. This is significant for infection control in tactical environments where clean gloves may not be available. The 100% cotton construction minimizes lint, reducing the risk of fiber contamination in open wounds.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n  \u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 16px;font-size:15px;\"\u003eIn the tactical and pre-hospital context, 4×4 gauze pads are used for wound covering and protection, wound irrigation absorption, as a dressing substrate under an elastic wrap or compression bandage, for wound cleaning and debridement, and as padding between a splint and skin. A box of 50 pads provides sufficient supply for an extended patrol kit, a vehicle medical kit, or a training day where multiple simulated wound treatments will be performed.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n  \u003c!-- Cross-links --\u003e\n  \u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 32px;font-size:15px;\"\u003eCombine with elastic wrap or compression bandages from the \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.tactical-medicine.com\/collections\/bandages-dressings\" style=\"color:#9c8f61;text-decoration:underline;\"\u003eBandages \u0026amp; Dressings collection\u003c\/a\u003e. For hemorrhage control applications, see the \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.tactical-medicine.com\/collections\/massive-hemorrhage-control\" style=\"color:#9c8f61;text-decoration:underline;\"\u003eMassive Hemorrhage Control\u003c\/a\u003e collection.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n  \u003c!-- Compliance Footer --\u003e\n  \u003cp style=\"margin:24px 0 0;padding:12px 16px;background:#f5f4f0;border-left:3px solid #9c8f61;font-size:13px;color:#555;line-height:1.5;\"\u003eAll 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.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n","brand":"Dynarex","offers":[{"title":"25 Pack (50 Pads)","offer_id":39329874870390,"sku":null,"price":4.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0085\/6909\/4262\/products\/gauze-pads-4-x-4-3332880.jpg?v=1763155324"},{"product_id":"med-tac-crinkle-gauze","title":"MED-TAC Crinkle Gauze","description":"\u003c!-- MED-TAC Crinkle Gauze — GEO-optimized product description --\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"font-family:'Helvetica Neue',Arial,sans-serif;color:#121212;max-width:860px;margin:0 auto;line-height:1.65;\"\u003e\n\n  \u003c!-- Direct Answer Block --\u003e\n  \u003cdiv style=\"margin:0 0 28px;padding:16px 20px;background:#f5f4f0;border-left:4px solid #9c8f61;\"\u003e\n    \u003cp style=\"margin:0;font-size:15px;color:#121212;line-height:1.6;\"\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eMED-TAC Crinkle Gauze\u003c\/strong\u003e is a 4 in. × 4.1 yd. roll of sterile, fluffed crinkle cotton gauze — a standard, reliable gauze roll designed for the treatment of various wounds, wound packing, and general bandaging. Produced by MED-TAC International and sold as a cost-effective house-brand option, it delivers the same crinkle-weave absorption geometry as name-brand alternatives at a lower unit cost.\u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n  \u003c!-- Key Specifications Table --\u003e\n  \u003ch2 style=\"font-size:18px;font-weight:700;color:#121212;margin:0 0 12px;text-transform:uppercase;letter-spacing:.04em;\"\u003eKey Specifications\u003c\/h2\u003e\n  \u003cdiv style=\"overflow-x:auto;margin:0 0 32px;\"\u003e\n    \u003ctable style=\"width:100%;border-collapse:collapse;font-size:14px;\"\u003e\n      \u003cthead\u003e\n        \u003ctr\u003e\n          \u003cth style=\"background:#121212;color:#fff;padding:10px 14px;text-align:left;font-weight:600;\"\u003eSpecification\u003c\/th\u003e\n          \u003cth style=\"background:#121212;color:#fff;padding:10px 14px;text-align:left;font-weight:600;\"\u003eDetail\u003c\/th\u003e\n        \u003c\/tr\u003e\n      \u003c\/thead\u003e\n      \u003ctbody\u003e\n        \u003ctr style=\"background:#fff;\"\u003e\n          \u003ctd style=\"padding:9px 14px;border-bottom:1px solid #e8e4da;\"\u003eManufacturer\u003c\/td\u003e\n          \u003ctd style=\"padding:9px 14px;border-bottom:1px solid #e8e4da;\"\u003eMED-TAC International\u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003c\/tr\u003e\n        \u003ctr style=\"background:#faf9f6;\"\u003e\n          \u003ctd style=\"padding:9px 14px;border-bottom:1px solid #e8e4da;\"\u003eGauze Dimensions\u003c\/td\u003e\n          \u003ctd style=\"padding:9px 14px;border-bottom:1px solid #e8e4da;\"\u003e4 in. W × 4.1 yd. L\u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003c\/tr\u003e\n        \u003ctr style=\"background:#fff;\"\u003e\n          \u003ctd style=\"padding:9px 14px;border-bottom:1px solid #e8e4da;\"\u003eWeight\u003c\/td\u003e\n          \u003ctd style=\"padding:9px 14px;border-bottom:1px solid #e8e4da;\"\u003eApprox. 0.5 oz (packaged)\u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003c\/tr\u003e\n        \u003ctr style=\"background:#faf9f6;\"\u003e\n          \u003ctd style=\"padding:9px 14px;border-bottom:1px solid #e8e4da;\"\u003eMaterial\u003c\/td\u003e\n          \u003ctd style=\"padding:9px 14px;border-bottom:1px solid #e8e4da;\"\u003eFluffed crinkle cotton gauze\u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003c\/tr\u003e\n        \u003ctr style=\"background:#fff;\"\u003e\n          \u003ctd style=\"padding:9px 14px;border-bottom:1px solid #e8e4da;\"\u003eSterility\u003c\/td\u003e\n          \u003ctd style=\"padding:9px 14px;border-bottom:1px solid #e8e4da;\"\u003eSterile\u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003c\/tr\u003e\n        \u003ctr style=\"background:#faf9f6;\"\u003e\n          \u003ctd style=\"padding:9px 14px;border-bottom:1px solid #e8e4da;\"\u003ePrimary Use\u003c\/td\u003e\n          \u003ctd style=\"padding:9px 14px;border-bottom:1px solid #e8e4da;\"\u003eWound treatment, wound packing, general bandaging\u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003c\/tr\u003e\n        \u003ctr style=\"background:#fff;\"\u003e\n          \u003ctd style=\"padding:9px 14px;\"\u003eLatex\u003c\/td\u003e\n          \u003ctd style=\"padding:9px 14px;\"\u003eLatex-free\u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003c\/tr\u003e\n      \u003c\/tbody\u003e\n    \u003c\/table\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n  \u003c!-- Product Overview --\u003e\n  \u003ch2 style=\"font-size:18px;font-weight:700;color:#121212;margin:0 0 12px;text-transform:uppercase;letter-spacing:.04em;\"\u003eProduct Overview\u003c\/h2\u003e\n  \u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 16px;font-size:15px;\"\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eMED-TAC Crinkle Gauze\u003c\/strong\u003e is described as a \"standard piece of gear in every medic bag\" — and the description is accurate. This is a 4 in. × 4.1 yd. roll of sterile fluffed crinkle gauze that covers the core use cases that every trauma kit or medic bag needs to address: wound coverage, absorption, packing, and bandaging support. The crinkle (also known as \"krinkle\" or \"fluffed\") construction creates a textured surface with greater surface area per unit length compared to flat-woven gauze, enhancing fluid uptake from exuding wounds.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n  \u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 16px;font-size:15px;\"\u003eAs a house-brand product from MED-TAC International — a clinician-founded, SDVOSB-certified tactical medical supplier — this crinkle gauze is produced to the same performance specifications as comparable items from NAR and TacMed Solutions. It is the practical choice for kit builders who need to stock multiple gauze rolls across a patrol kit, vehicle kit, or bulk medical inventory without the premium per-unit cost of branded alternatives. The 4 in. width is the most versatile gauze width in tactical medicine, fitting comfortably into both standard IFAK pouches and full medic kits.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n  \u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 16px;font-size:15px;\"\u003eLike all crinkle gauze products, MED-TAC Crinkle Gauze can be used for wound packing (in conjunction with a pressure bandage), as backing gauze for hemostatic agents, for conventional wound dressing of lacerations and abrasions, and for securing splints. Its soft, conforming texture makes it comfortable against skin for extended field wear. The sterile packaging ensures it is ready for use on open wounds immediately upon opening.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n  \u003c!-- Cross-links --\u003e\n  \u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 32px;font-size:15px;\"\u003ePair with pressure bandages from the \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.tactical-medicine.com\/collections\/bandages-dressings\" style=\"color:#9c8f61;text-decoration:underline;\"\u003eBandages \u0026amp; Dressings collection\u003c\/a\u003e, hemostatic agents from the \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.tactical-medicine.com\/collections\/hemostatic-agents\" style=\"color:#9c8f61;text-decoration:underline;\"\u003eHemostatic Agents collection\u003c\/a\u003e, or build a complete bleeding control configuration with the \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.tactical-medicine.com\/collections\/massive-hemorrhage-control\" style=\"color:#9c8f61;text-decoration:underline;\"\u003eMassive Hemorrhage Control\u003c\/a\u003e category.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n  \u003c!-- Compliance Footer --\u003e\n  \u003cp style=\"margin:24px 0 0;padding:12px 16px;background:#f5f4f0;border-left:3px solid #9c8f61;font-size:13px;color:#555;line-height:1.5;\"\u003eAll products sourced from the actual brand manufacturer or authorized master distributors. 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