Kendall CURITY Hypoallergenic Clear Tape — Transparent, Tears Lengthwise or Across, 4 Sizes
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Kendall CURITY Hypoallergenic Clear Tape — Transparent, Tears Lengthwise or Across, 4 Sizes
Transparent, hypoallergenic, and tears both ways — the clear tape built for IV lines, catheters, and anywhere you need to see through the tape. Curity Hypoallergenic Clear Tape by Kendall (Covidien) is a transparent plastic medical tape that adheres securely to both skin and medical tubing — making it the clinical standard for IV tubing tape-downs, catheter securement, and any dressing application where maintaining an unobstructed visual of the site is required. The clear plastic construction lets clinicians and patients see through the tape to monitor the insertion site, wound, or tubing position without removal. The hypoallergenic adhesive holds reliably on skin and tubing alike while remaining gentle on sensitive patients — and the tape tears easily both across and lengthwise for custom-sizing without scissors. Available in four widths from 1/2 inch through 3 inches on 10-yard rolls.
✔ Transparent Plastic — See Through the Tape Without Removing It ✔ Adheres to Both Skin and Tubing ✔ Tears Across or Lengthwise — Custom Sizing Without Scissors ✔ Hypoallergenic Adhesive — Gentle on Sensitive Skin ✔ Latex-Free ✔ HCPCS A4452
Product Details & Available Sizes
| Manufacturer | Covidien / Kendall (Medtronic) |
|---|---|
| Brand | CURITY Hypoallergenic Clear Tape |
| Material | Transparent plastic — flexible, conformable |
| Adhesive | Hypoallergenic — adheres to skin and tubing |
| Roll Length | 10 yards per roll |
| Sterility | Non-sterile |
| Latex | Latex-free |
| Tearability | Tears easily across or lengthwise — no scissors required |
| Color | Clear / Transparent |
| HCPCS Code | A4452 |
| SKU | Width | Length | Qty Per Box | Primary Use |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 8533C | 1/2 inch | 10 yards | 24 rolls/box | Narrow IV line tape-downs, small catheter securement, pediatric |
| 8534C | 1 inch | 10 yards | 12 rolls/box | Standard IV tubing and catheter tape-down — most common size |
| 8535C | 2 inches | 10 yards | 6 rolls/box | Larger dressings, broader catheter securement, wider coverage |
| 8536C | 3 inches | 10 yards | 4 rolls/box | Maximum width — large dressings, post-surgical sites, broad coverage |
Indicated For — Uses & Applications
- IV tubing tape-downs — primary clinical indication
- Peripheral and central venous catheter securement
- Urinary catheter tape-downs
- Nasogastric and feeding tube securement
- Securing wound dressings where visual monitoring of the site is required
- Device and tubing securement on sensitive or hypoallergenic-tape-required patients
- Any application where transparent tape allows site monitoring without removal
- Patients with sensitivities to cloth, silk, or paper medical tapes
Tears Across or Lengthwise — Why It Matters
Most medical tapes tear only in one direction — across the width. Curity Clear Tape tears cleanly in both directions: across the width for standard length strips, and lengthwise to narrow the tape width for precise placement around tubing, small catheter sites, or irregular anatomical locations without needing scissors. This bidirectional tear is particularly useful for IV tubing tape-downs where you need a narrow strip to secure the tubing loop without covering the insertion site — the tape can be torn to exactly the width needed from a full-width roll in seconds, with gloves on.
- Tear across — standard cut to length for dressing securement and general tape strips
- Tear lengthwise — narrow the width precisely for IV tubing loops, catheter wings, and sites where full width would cover the site or interfere with monitoring
- No scissors needed in either direction — safe, fast, and manageable with gloves on in a clinical setting
CURITY Clear Tape vs. Kendall Paper Tape — When to Choose Which
| CURITY Clear Tape (8533C–8536C) | Kendall Paper Tape (1596C–3394C) | |
|---|---|---|
| Visibility | Transparent — see through the tape to the site | Opaque white — site not visible through tape |
| Adheres to Tubing | Yes — plastic adheres well to tubing and skin | Less effective on tubing |
| Breathability | Less breathable — plastic film | More breathable — naturally porous paper |
| Residue on Removal | Minimal — hypoallergenic adhesive | Minimal — hypoallergenic adhesive |
| Tear Direction | Across and lengthwise | Across only |
| Best For | IV lines, catheters, tubing — anywhere transparent visibility matters | Repeated dressing changes on fragile skin — breathability priority |
| HCPCS | A4452 | A4452 |
Not sure which tape is right for your application? Call 1-866-218-0902 — Mon–Fri, 9am–5pm EST
Choosing the Right Width
- 8533C (1/2") — Narrowest width. Ideal for small IV line loops, pediatric catheter securement, and narrow site applications where a 1-inch tape would overhang. Tear lengthwise for even narrower strips. Box of 24 rolls.
- 8534C (1") — The standard general-purpose width for IV tubing and catheter tape-downs. The most commonly used size in clinical settings for routine IV securement. Box of 12 rolls.
- 8535C (2") — Wider format for larger dressings, broader catheter sites, and applications requiring more coverage per strip. Box of 6 rolls.
- 8536C (3") — Maximum width. Post-surgical sites, large dressings, and applications where broad transparent coverage from a single strip is needed. Box of 4 rolls.
Application Tips
- Clean and dry the skin before applying — plastic tape loses adhesion on wet or oily skin
- To secure IV tubing: loop the tubing and apply a strip across the loop onto the skin, then apply a second chevron strip across the catheter hub if needed
- To narrow the tape: grip both edges firmly and tear lengthwise with a smooth, even pull for a clean edge
- Press firmly to the skin and tubing surface for maximum initial adhesion
- To remove: lift one corner and peel slowly parallel to the skin — the hypoallergenic adhesive releases cleanly on sensitive skin
- Not waterproof — replace if the tape becomes saturated or loses adhesion
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