8-Ply Gauze Swab

Description

8-ply gauze swabs are soft, absorbent pads made from 100% cotton woven gauze for everyday wound-care and general clinical use. Their layered construction helps cushion the treatment area while improving fluid absorption, making them suitable for cleaning wounds, applying dressings, and managing blood, exudate, and other fluids.

The open plain-weave design supports quick uptake of moisture while remaining gentle on the skin. Many versions are produced with folded or French-folded edges, which can help reduce fraying and limit loose fibres during use. These swabs are commonly used in first-aid kits, clinics, healthcare facilities, and home-care settings where reliable absorbency and soft contact are important.

Common Features

• 8-ply construction for added thickness and absorbency
• 100% cotton gauze, typically bleached and scoured
• Soft plain-weave texture for wound cleaning and dressing support
• Available in sterile and non-sterile formats
• Options with or without X-ray detectable thread
• Folded-edge and unfolded-edge variants available

Typical Applications

These gauze pads are used for wound cleansing, covering injured areas, and absorbing fluids during routine care. They are suitable for minor first-aid needs as well as broader clinical and nursing applications where a clean, absorbent dressing material is required.

Size and Variant Options

Common sizes include 5 x 5 cm, 7.5 x 7.5 cm, 10 x 10 cm, and 10 x 20 cm. They are typically white, although some variants may be available in other colours depending on the intended use or product range.