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age_group:
18+
category:
Facilities
country_of_origin:
USA
gender:
Unisex
manufacturer:
Specialty Optical Systems / SOS Cleanroom
mpn:
HS10NB
sub_brand:
NEOGEN
type:
Facilities
Product Description
3M / Neogen Hydrated-Sponge HS10NB — Ready-to-use surface sampling sponge with 10 mL Neutralizing Buffer
Environmental and food-contact surface sampling, sanitizer carryover control, biocide-free cellulose, 5" x 9" 3M Sample Bag (30 oz / 0.89 L), 100 / case
Overview
The 3M / Neogen Hydrated-Sponge HS10NB is a ready-to-use, pre-hydrated sampling sponge that uses simplified packaging to help minimize handling and preparation and reduce waste. The biocide-free cellulose sponge is pre-hydrated with 10 mL Neutralizing Buffer diluent for convenient sample collection and is designed to hold and release sample while minimizing excess dripping.
Why it matters (neutralization + repeatability)
- Neutralizing Buffer supports recovery integrity: The page notes Neutralizing Buffer is advised for surface testing on dairy/food equipment disinfected with chlorine or quaternary ammonium compounds and is capable of inactivating their bactericidal/bacteriostatic effects—helping improve the accuracy of detection.
- Ready-to-use standardization: Pre-hydration helps reduce field-prep variability and supports more trendable data across shifts.
- Durable cellulose for real surfaces: Built to withstand scrubbing and manage sample uptake/release with controlled dripping.
- HACCP-aligned workflow: The page positions sample collection as a crucial part of HACCP-style programs for identifying hazards and where they reside.
What’s included (published)
- SKU / Model: HS10NB
- Sponge: Biocide-free cellulose sponge (pre-hydrated)
- Buffer / volume: 10 mL Neutralizing Buffer diluent
- Sample bag: 5" x 9" 3M Sample Bag; accommodates 30 oz / 0.89 L; double laminated; wire ties; blue top + large white write-on area
- Case pack: 100 Hydrated-Sponges per case
Use condition note: The product page states this item is intended for lab use only. Follow your facility SOPs and validated laboratory methods for sampling locations, surface area, technique, hold times, and transport requirements.
Key features and benefits (published)
- Ready-to-use, pre-hydrated sponges: For convenient environmental and food sample collection.
- Durable sponge: Withstands scrubbing.
- Sponge bag with write-on label: Supports labeling discipline and identification.
- Gamma irradiation: Both sponge and bag are decontaminated through gamma irradiation to maintain organism viability and long shelf life.
- Quality statement: Made in the USA with globally sourced materials and ISO 9001:2008 certified for quality assurance.
Quick specs (published)
Recommended pairings (common workflow add-ons)
- Hard-to-reach areas: Pair broad surface sponges with a sponge-stick format when sampling drains, framework, recessed interfaces, and tight equipment zones.
- Controlled-area housekeeping: Support adjacent controlled zones (QA labs, weigh rooms, controlled staging) with Texwipe cleanroom wipers and swabs to reinforce disciplined wipe-down and documentation practices.
- Facility entry contamination control: Use adhesive tacky mats at transitions to reduce traffic-borne debris entering controlled zones.
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