3M / Neogen Hydrated-Sponge HS10NB2G with Neutralizing Buffer and Gloves | Listeria Sponges

The 3M Hydrated Sponge with Neutralizing Buffer (HS10NB2G) and gloves is designed to simplify food safety and environmental sampling. Its streamlined packaging minimizes handling, reduces preparation time, and cuts down on waste while ensuring safe and effective collection.

This biocide-free cellulose sponge is pre-hydrated with a neutralizing buffer diluent, allowing for accurate sampling without compromising microorganism viability. Samples remain stable for up to 48 hours under refrigeration for Salmonella and E. coli, and up to 72 hours for Listeria, making these ideal listeria sponges. Each kit also includes two universal-fit polyethylene gloves for aseptic handling, along with a durable 3M sample bag featuring puncture resistance, secure closures, and a writable surface for easy documentation.

The HS10NB2G is ISO 9001:2008 certified and manufactured in the USA with globally sourced materials, ensuring consistent quality. Gamma irradiation decontamination extends shelf life while maintaining organism viability.

As part of HACCP food safety protocols, wipers and sponges such as the 3M hydrated sponge with neutralizing buffer are crucial for identifying and managing food-borne hazards. The neutralizing buffer in this system inactivates chlorine and quaternary ammonium compounds, helping labs detect microorganisms without interference. This makes the product particularly valuable for testing surfaces in dairy and food equipment sanitation, as well as microbiological examinations and decontamination processes.

By combining portability, reliability, and precision, these listeria sponges provide trusted performance from collection to lab testing, ensuring accurate results for critical food safety monitoring.