• Provides a waterproof, sterile barrier against external contaminants, including liquids, bacteria, and viruses. 
• In vitro testing shows that the transparent film provides a viral barrier from viruses 27 nm in diameter or larger, while the dressing remains intact without leakage.
• Made with hypoallergenic, latex-free adhesive that is gentle on the skin, yet securely holds catheters and other devices in place without shifting.
• Conformable: the dressing flexes with the skin for greater patient comfort.
• The frame makes application precise and easy, minimizing the chance of sticking to gloves or itself.
• The dressing flexes with the skin for greater patient comfort.
• Can be worn for up to 7 days.
• Radiologically transparent. 
• Tegaderm products can be safely left on the patient's skin during radiation therapy treatments. 
• The dressing does not function as a bolus material, with or without 3M Cavilon No Sting Barrier Film (CNSBF).
• Can be used to maintain a moist wound environment to facilitate autolytic debridement.
• Helps prevent skin breakdown caused by friction.

Suggested applications:

• Catheter sites and wounds
• Primarily closed clean surgical wounds
• Donor sites for skin grafts
• First and second-degree burns
• Minor abrasions and superficial ulcers
• To facilitate autolytic debridement through a moist wound healing environment
• Can be used as an eye protective cover, e.g., to keep eyes closed during surgery, for patients with corneal abrasion. Helps maintain eye moisture.
• After tattoo application and removal.