{"product_id":"kendall-waterproof-tape","title":"Kendall Waterproof Tape","description":"\u003ch1\u003eKendall Wet-Pruf Waterproof Cloth Medical Tape\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eKendall Wet-Pruf is a waterproof cloth medical tape designed for secure dressing fixation in outpatient, home care, and clinical settings. Its high-tensile-strength cloth backing is coated to repel moisture and oil, keeping dressings firmly in place even when the site is exposed to water during bathing or showering.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eManufactured by Cardinal Health under the trusted Kendall brand, Wet-Pruf delivers aggressive adhesion on intact periwound skin and resistant surfaces where standard paper or non-waterproof cloth tapes lift prematurely. Available in four widths — ½”, 1”, 2”, and 3” — each on a 10-yard roll to suit a wide range of dressing sizes and clinical applications.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWaterproof \u0026amp; oil-resistant:\u003c\/strong\u003e Cloth backing coated to prevent moisture penetration to the skin or dressing beneath\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAggressive adhesion:\u003c\/strong\u003e Bonds securely to skin and dressing surfaces, maintaining fixation through moisture exposure\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHigh tensile strength:\u003c\/strong\u003e Resists tearing and stretching during application and wear\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eEasy to tear:\u003c\/strong\u003e Hand-tearable for fast application without scissors\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eEasy to write on:\u003c\/strong\u003e White cloth surface accepts pen or marker for labeling dressings with date, time, or medication notes\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFour widths available:\u003c\/strong\u003e ½”, 1”, 2”, and 3” to match dressing size and anatomical location\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNon-sterile:\u003c\/strong\u003e Suitable for clean technique dressing changes in home and outpatient settings\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHCPCS code A4452:\u003c\/strong\u003e Supports billing documentation for eligible home health and outpatient claims\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eQuick Summary\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eProduct type:\u003c\/strong\u003e Waterproof cloth fixation tape\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRole:\u003c\/strong\u003e Fixation product — secures primary and secondary dressings to skin\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eExudate level:\u003c\/strong\u003e Not applicable — fixation product only\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBest for:\u003c\/strong\u003e Wounds requiring waterproof dressing securement; outpatient, home care, long-term care, clinical\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSkin type:\u003c\/strong\u003e Intact, healthy periwound skin with normal to good integrity\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eContains latex:\u003c\/strong\u003e Yes — verify patient and caregiver allergy status before use\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSterile:\u003c\/strong\u003e No\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHCPCS:\u003c\/strong\u003e A4452\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWhat Is This Product?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eKendall Wet-Pruf is a cloth-backed medical tape with a waterproof coating applied to the backing surface. The adhesive layer bonds aggressively to skin and dressing materials, while the coated cloth backing prevents moisture — including water, wound exudate, and oils — from penetrating through to the dressing or skin beneath. The cloth construction gives the tape high tensile strength, making it resistant to tearing or deforming under load while remaining hand-tearable for efficient clinical use.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUnlike paper tapes or standard cloth tapes without waterproof treatment, Wet-Pruf is specifically designed for environments where the dressing site will be exposed to moisture — making it a practical choice for patients who shower or bathe with dressings in place, and for wound locations prone to perspiration or external moisture exposure.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eIndications \/ Wound Types\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWet-Pruf tape is a fixation product indicated for securing wound dressings over:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePost-surgical incisions healing by primary or secondary intention\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAcute traumatic wounds and lacerations\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePressure injuries (Stage 2–4) where foam or gauze secondary dressings require fixation\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eVenous and diabetic ulcers with non-adherent or foam primary dressings\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBurns and skin tears where dressing securement is required\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIV and catheter site dressings requiring waterproof fixation\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAny wound location where moisture exposure during daily activities makes standard tape inadequate\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eNote: Wet-Pruf contains latex. Always confirm latex allergy status for patients and caregivers before use.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eHow It Works\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWet-Pruf tape functions through two mechanisms working together. The aggressive pressure-sensitive adhesive creates a strong bond between the tape and the skin or dressing surface on contact, holding the dressing securely in place during movement, activity, and moisture exposure. The waterproof-coated cloth backing then prevents water, oils, and exudate from wicking through the tape material to the dressing or skin beneath — maintaining dressing integrity and protecting the wound environment even when the site is exposed to water.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe high tensile strength of the cloth construction prevents the tape from stretching or tearing under the mechanical stress of body movement, which is particularly important for dressings on joints, the trunk, or high-activity anatomical locations.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eApplication Instructions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003col\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCleanse the wound\u003c\/strong\u003e with an appropriate wound cleanser or sterile saline and allow the periwound skin to dry completely before taping — adhesives do not bond reliably to damp skin\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eApply the primary dressing\u003c\/strong\u003e per clinical protocol, ensuring it covers the wound with adequate overlap onto intact periwound skin\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCut or tear Wet-Pruf tape\u003c\/strong\u003e to the required length — the tape is hand-tearable for convenience\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eApply tape strips\u003c\/strong\u003e across the dressing edges onto the intact periwound skin, pressing firmly to ensure full adhesive contact\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLabel the dressing\u003c\/strong\u003e with the date and time of application using a pen or marker on the white cloth surface if required by protocol\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMonitor the dressing\u003c\/strong\u003e at each clinical visit or daily in home care settings for lifting edges, strike-through, or signs of periwound skin reaction\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ol\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eDressing Change Guidance\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eChange frequency is determined by the dressing product beneath the tape, wound exudate volume, and clinical assessment at each visit — not by the tape itself. Remove Wet-Pruf tape by pulling it back slowly and parallel to the skin surface rather than lifting at an angle, to minimize adhesive trauma to the periwound skin. For patients with sensitive or aging skin, use a medical adhesive remover to soften the bond before removal. Do not reuse tape once removed.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWet-Pruf is not recommended for fragile, thin, or paper-like skin where aggressive adhesive removal may cause skin tears. In those cases, a silicone tape or low-tack paper tape is the more appropriate fixation choice. See our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.medicaldepartmentstore.com\/collections\/medical-tapes\"\u003efull medical tape range\u003c\/a\u003e for alternatives suited to sensitive skin.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWhy Choose This Product\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eReliable waterproof performance:\u003c\/strong\u003e Designed specifically for dressing fixation where moisture resistance is clinically required — not an incidental feature\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTrusted brand:\u003c\/strong\u003e Cardinal Health’s Kendall line is one of the most widely used medical tape brands in US clinical settings\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFour width options:\u003c\/strong\u003e Eliminates the need to fold or double tape for larger dressings — select the width that matches the dressing and anatomical location\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBilling-ready:\u003c\/strong\u003e HCPCS code A4452 supports home health and outpatient billing documentation\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eEasy to label:\u003c\/strong\u003e White cloth surface accepts pen markings for date, time, and medication labeling — useful in home care and facility settings\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCost-effective:\u003c\/strong\u003e 10-yard rolls provide sufficient length for multiple dressing applications per roll in both home and clinical settings\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eCompare Related Products\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLooking for a tape suited to a specific skin type or clinical need? Browse our full range:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.medicaldepartmentstore.com\/collections\/medical-tapes\"\u003eAll Medical Tapes — paper, silk, foam \u0026amp; silicone options\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.medicaldepartmentstore.com\/collections\/foam-dressings\"\u003eFoam Dressings — commonly secured with cloth or waterproof tape\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.medicaldepartmentstore.com\/collections\/non-adherent-dressings\"\u003eNon-Adherent Dressings — always require tape for fixation\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.medicaldepartmentstore.com\/pages\/gauze-dressings\"\u003eGauze Dressings — packing and secondary dressings requiring fixation\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.medicaldepartmentstore.com\/collections\/collagen-and-silicone-dressings\"\u003eSilicone Dressings — for fragile skin where Wet-Pruf is not appropriate\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.medicaldepartmentstore.com\/collections\/wound-wash-cleanser\"\u003eWound Cleansers — prepare the wound and periwound skin before taping\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.medicaldepartmentstore.com\/pages\/wound-dressings\"\u003eAll Wound Dressings — complete clinical dressing range\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eCall to Action\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSupport for both home care and healthcare facility ordering is available. Call \u003ca href=\"tel:18662180902\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e1-866-218-0902\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e for product selection, bulk purchasing, and clinical support.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\u003c!-- ============================================================\nPRODUCT CLASSIFICATION:\nWaterproof Cloth Fixation Tape\n \nCRITICAL CLASSIFICATION CORRECTION:\nThis product IS NOT:\n- A silicone tape\n- A paper tape\n- A foam tape\n- A transparent film dressing\n- A compression bandage\n- A wound contact layer or primary dressing\n \nIt IS:\n- A waterproof-coated cloth adhesive fixation tape\n- A secondary\/fixation product only\n- Not suitable for fragile or latex-sensitive skin\n \nCATALOG \/ TAXONOMY INSIGHT:\n- SEO collection: \/collections\/medical-tapes\n- Do NOT place in \/collections\/foam-dressings or any wound contact collection\n- Internal linking priority: non-adherent dressings, foam dressings, gauze — all require external fixation tape\n- Procurement positioning: home care supply kits, outpatient clinic tape drawers, long-term care facilities\n- Latex flag: must be visible on product page — a significant subset of your wound care customer base has latex sensitivity\n- HCPCS A4452: include on product listing for home health agency buyers\n============================================================ --\u003e","brand":"Covidien","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":55234732851569,"sku":"WETPRUF","price":1.67,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0919\/6122\/9681\/files\/3267c_1.webp?v=1778508205","url":"https:\/\/www.medicaldepartmentstore.com\/products\/kendall-waterproof-tape","provider":"Medical Department Store","version":"1.0","type":"link"}