Sizes and packaging
| Parameter | Specification |
|---|---|
| Active ingredient | Povidone-iodine 10% |
| Lengths | 70 / 100 / 150 mm (2.75 / 4 / 6 in) |
| Per pouch | 1, 2 or 3 swabsticks |
| Per box | 50 pouches |
| Sterility | Non-sterile (standard); other options on request |
| Shelf life | 3 years from manufacture date |
What are iodine swabsticks used for?
Swabsticks apply antiseptic to a precise spot without your fingers touching the treated skin: injection and venipuncture sites, IV and catheter insertion points, and small areas before minor procedures. Compared with a prep pad, the stick gives targeted control; a pad covers a larger area faster. Each stick is single-use — no dipping back into any container. When sourcing, check the saturation level, seal integrity of the pouch, COA per lot and the manufacturer's ISO 13485 certification and EU Declaration of Conformity — our guides on Iodine Prep Pad Quality: the 8-Part Series cover each checkpoint.
Frequently asked questions
What are iodine swabsticks used for?
For targeted skin antisepsis before injections, venipuncture, IV or catheter placement and minor procedures. The pre-saturated cotton tip applies povidone-iodine to a precise spot without fingers touching the treated skin.
What sizes do iodine swabsticks come in?
Standard lengths are 70, 100 and 150 mm (2.75 / 4 / 6 inches), packed 1 to 3 swabsticks per pouch and 50 pouches per box. Custom configurations are available for OEM orders.
Are iodine swabsticks sterile?
Our standard iodine swabsticks are non-sterile, which suits routine skin antisepsis; other options may be available on request. Always check the pouch label for the sterility statement.
Swabstick or prep pad — which should I choose?
A swabstick gives targeted, no-touch application on a small spot; a prep pad covers a larger area faster. Many buyers stock both — same antiseptic, different formats.
