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This section provides an overview for clean swabs as well as their applications and principles. Also, please take a look at the list of 12 clean swab manufacturers and their company rankings. Here are the top-ranked clean swab companies as of February, 2025: 1.Foamtec International WCC., 2.Texwipe, 3.Suzhou Jujie Electron Co., Ltd.
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A clean swab is a small, stick-shaped tool with cotton, foam, or another material attached to one end. It is held from the opposite end for use. Widely known as swabs, these tools are employed in diverse fields such as medicine and manufacturing for the precise collection of minute samples.
In the fields of medicine and scientific research, where precision is paramount, clean swabs are invaluable. They are also utilized in manufacturing and cleanroom environments to meticulously clean small parts and surfaces, thus enhancing product quality.
However, selecting the swab with the appropriate material and quality for its intended application is crucial, as the wrong choice can compromise accuracy and effectiveness.
Clean swabs find applications in various domains:
For diagnosing infectious diseases, such as influenza, clean swabs are used to collect samples from the throat or nose. They are particularly significant in PCR testing for detecting viral genes. Additionally, they facilitate cellular diagnostics by collecting body fluids and cells to check for cancerous or abnormal cells, with cervical cancer testing being a notable example.
In the semiconductor and pharmaceutical sectors, clean swabs are indispensable for maintaining cleanroom environments. They help remove microscopic particles and dust, crucial for product quality and precision instrument and electronic component manufacturing quality control. In the food industry, swabs are used for sanitary inspections to ensure food quality and safety by testing for microorganisms and bacteria.
Swabs are used for collecting microbiological samples from water to assess water quality and contamination levels, including beach water quality testing. They also gather particulates and microorganisms from the air for air quality monitoring and microbial studies.
Clean swabs consist of a stick and a tip, with the former serving as the handle. Materials for the stick include wood, polycarbonate, and aluminum, with plastic and wood being common choices. The tip, designed for sample collection, varies in shape and material, including cotton, foam, and polyester, to suit specific applications. Polyester filament cotton balls, for instance, are abrasion-resistant, highly absorbent, emit low dust, and are suitable for cleanroom use. Cotton is preferred in medical applications for its softness and absorption capacity, while foam finds use in cosmetics.
Considerations when selecting a clean swab include:
The choice of head material varies by application. Cotton heads, used primarily for medical diagnostics and general sample collection, are absorbent and gentle on the skin. Synthetic materials like polyester and polyurethane, chosen for microbiological studies and cleanroom cleaning, offer durability and chemical resistance.
Swab length should match its use environment and sample collection method, with shorter swabs typically used in medical settings and longer ones in cleanroom cleaning. Length influences operation ease and reach.
The head shape affects access to specific areas, with circular shapes being common. Tapered heads aid in reaching narrow spaces, and arrow-tube shapes are ideal for liquid sample collection and handling.
*Including some distributors, etc.
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Texwipe, established in 1964 and based in Kernersville, North Carolina, is a manufacturer of contamination control supplies and critical cleaning products. The company offers a wide range of wipers, swabs, mops, cleaning solutions, and stationery items for use in cleanroom settings. The company creates consumables for the semiconductor, life science, and electrical sectors. The firm has sales offices across North America, Europe, and Asia to service its international clients. It has an ISO 9001:2015 certificate of approval for a quality management system. Modern testing and quality control procedures are used to support all of the products.
Foamtec International WCC is a manufacturer of cleaning supplies located in Waco, Texas, originally founded in 1970 as a division of Wilshire Foam. The company's product range includes dry cleanroom wipes, cleanroom swabs, presaturated microfiber wipes, and face masks. It mainly serves the medical devices, semiconductor, optics, and GMP manufacturing industries. The company holds several certifications for its products and quality management system. These certifications includes EU Quality Assurance, ISO 9001:2015, and EN ISO 13485:2016 certifications.
SKS Science, founded in 1986 and located in Saratoga Springs, NY, USA is a supplier of medical containers. The company supplies packaging components like bottles, jars, containers, disposable bags, swab sticks, vials, pipettes, and beakers. The company caters to Fortune 500 companies all over the world. The company was founded by Paul and Barbara Horan, who named the company after sons; Stevan, Kendall and Shaun. The company specializes in supplying lab supplies like exam gloves, cylinders and plastic petri dishes, disposable items like plastic funnels, flasks tubing and lab glassware.
Qosina Corp., established in 1980 by Stuart Herskovitz, supplier of OEM medical device components to the medical, pharmaceutical, and bioprocessing industries headquartered in Ronkonkoma, New York. Their product portfolio includes sterilization supplies, needles, guide wire & catheter accessories, containers, and single-use sensors used in different applications including urology, vascular access, neuraxial, bloodline, cardiology, and respiratory. The company is ISO 9001, ISO 14001, ISO 13485, ISO 45001, and ISO 22301 certified and offers brands such as Merit Advance, Nordson Medical, NRFIT, OETIKER, and SMARTSITE.
Suzhou Jujie Electron Co.,Ltd., established in 2009, is a manufacturer of cleanroom consumables headquartered in China. The company’s product line includes cleanroom wipers, sticky mats, and other related products. These products are used by industries worldwide that require controlled environments, such as electronics, semiconductors, pharmaceuticals, and healthcare. It is also sales agent of Kimberly Clark products. It also exports its products to Europe, South America, Africa, the Middle East, Russia, Southeast Asia and other countries, with sales agents in Korea, Vietnam and India.
Prince Medical is a manufacturer of medical devices located in Ercius, Hauts-de-france. It is a subsidiary of the OMERIN Group, founded in 1993. The company offers various products, including injection needles, gynecological forceps, embryo transfer catheters, cleaning swabs kits, and speculums. Its devices are mainly used for gastroenterology, gynecology, and medically assisted reproduction but its devices can also be used for anesthesia, urodynamics, and oxygen therapy. The company has obtained multiple certifications such as the EN, NF, and ISO 13485 certifications.
MediTech Technology Co. Ltd., established in 2014 and located in Shenzhen, Guangdong, is a manufacturer of cleanroom products. The company's product range includes cleanroom consumable swabs, thermal printer cleaning kits, and card printer cleaning kits. It offers various types of cleanroom swabs such as, foam swab, polyester swab, microfiber swab, and ESD safe swab. It serves several Industries, including micro- electronics, pharmaceutical, information technology, and opto-electronics industries. The company provides customized solutions, and also offers custom printing of logos on its products.
ACL Staticide, Inc., founded in 1960 with headquarters in the USA, is a manufacturer of static control products and PCB cleaning and repair chemicals. The company's products include anti-static liquid concentrates, anti-static ESD packaging, anti-static workbench tools, and anti-static wearables such as gloves. ACL Staticide, Inc.'s products are used across a diverse range of industries, including the automotive, electronics, medical device, and telecommunications markets. The company's quality control management system is ISO 9001:2015 certified.
Medico Technology Co. Ltd., located in Shenzhen, China, and founded in 2016, is a manufacturer and supplier of flocked swabs and chlorhexidine gluconate (CHG) products. The company provides medical sampling and disinfection solutions, its product range includes saliva collection kits, virus transport mediums, nylon and foam head specimen collection swabs, and CHG prep swab sticks. These products are applicable in various sectors, such as laboratory supplies, medical, forensics, Industrial, and diagnostic sectors.
Forlong Medical Co., Ltd is a China-based manufacturer and supplier of OEM, ODM, and own-brand medical image equipment, medical, surgical, medical care products, hospital furniture, and disposable medical products founded in 2010. The company’s product portfolio is segmented into hypodermic, respiratory care, medical gauze, non-woven disposables, and urology products & catheter supplies. It also offers various hospital furniture such as hospital beds, medical trollies, and medical examination beds. Its production and products conform to ISO 9001:2008, EN ISO 13485:2012, and CE standards and are used in dental, surgical, and other medical applications.
Diaago is a distributor of laboratory equipment and consumables that was established in Danville, California, USA, in 2017. The company produces lab equipment such as shakers and water baths, lab consumables such as pipettes and racks, and automation equipment such as barcode scanners and tube cappers. It also offers consultation, installation, and personnel training services for customers requiring additional support. The company’s products are commonly used in the life sciences, biotech, and pharmaceutical industries.
Ranking as of February 2025
Derivation Method| Rank | Company | Click Share |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Foamtec International WCC. |
25.0%
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| 2 | Medico Technology Co., Ltd. |
10.0%
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| 3 | MediTech Technology Co., Ltd. |
10.0%
|
| 4 | Texwipe |
10.0%
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| 5 | Suzhou Jujie Electron Co., Ltd |
10.0%
|
| 6 | Qosina Corp. |
10.0%
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| 7 | Shenzhen Cleanmo Technology Co., Ltd |
5.0%
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| 8 | PRINCE MEDICAL |
5.0%
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| 9 | Forlong Medical Co.,Ltd. |
5.0%
|
| 10 | SKS Science |
5.0%
|
Derivation Method
The ranking is calculated based on the click share within the clean swab page as of February 2025. Click share is defined as the total number of clicks for all companies during the period divided by the number of clicks for each company.Number of Employees
Newly Established Company
Company with a History
*Including some distributors, etc.
*Including some distributors, etc.
| Country | Number of Companies | Share (%) |
|---|---|---|
|
China
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5 | 50.0% |
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United States of America
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4 | 40.0% |
|
France
|
1 | 10.0% |
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