Frequently Asked Questions

Yes. PDI’s Clinical Science Liaisons can deliver a variety of continuing education programs onsite and/or via conferencing platforms. To learn more about offerings, please contact your local Clinical Science Liaison via customer care at 1-800-999-6423.

Professional Disposables International, Inc., commonly known as PDI, Inc., was founded in 1977 as the healthcare division of Nice-Pak Products, Inc. and, in 2007, was established as a separate entity. For more information on the history of PDI, please visit the “About” section of the website.

No. PDI is a privately held, third generation, family-owned company and is therefore, not publicly traded. For more information on the history of PDI, please visit the “About” section of the website.

No. All Nice ‘n Clean Baby Wipes are paraben-free.

PDI does distribute some products to countries outside of the United States. For more information, please contact Customer Care at 1-800-999-6423.

Yes. PDI has a team of Clinical Science Liaisons (CSLs) on staff to help answer questions as well as help facilities identify best practices for improving outcomes and reduce the incidence of Healthcare-associated Infections. CSLs are also available to deliver clinical education, perform clinical assessments, and provide consultation on various infection prevention topics.

To obtain your local PDI Sales Representative’s contact information, please click the “Customer Care” button and then “How to Buy”. When prompted, enter your facility type and zip code. You can also click on the “Contact” button to have a PDI Representative contact you.

For our EPA-regulated products, such as Sani-Cloth® and Sani-Prime™ brand products, room temperature is defined as an average temperature of 25◦ C (77◦ F) and within a temperature range of 15◦ C to 30◦ C (59◦ F to 86◦ F). For our FDA-regulated products, such as Prevantics® brand products, “controlled room temperature” indicates a temperature maintained thermostatically that encompasses the usual customary working environment of 20◦ C to 25◦ C (68◦ F to 77◦ F). SOURCE: USP 41-NF 36 General Notices and Requirements (August 1, 2013 First Supplements) Section 10.30.50. “Room Temperature” indicates the temperature prevailing in a working area. Section 10.30.60. Controlled Room Temperature

For hard, nonporous food contact surfaces, it is recommended to use a no-rinse sanitizer per the per the Federal Food Code and 21 CFR 178.1010. PDI’s Sani Professional® division offers economical, safe, and effective wipe alternatives to sprays, liquids, gels, and rags.

Yes. Parabens used in small amounts are commonly found in preservative systems for many medical and pharmaceutical grade products, and common cosmetic products, such as shampoos and conditioners.

The following PDI products are considered hypoallergenic:
– Hygea® Premium Multi-Purpose Washcloths (SKU J14143)
– Hygea Multi-Purpose Washcloths (SKUs J22750, J14108, J21396, U12095)
– Hygea Flushable Personal Cleansing Cloths (SKU A500F48)
– Nice ‘n Clean® Baby Wipes, Unscented (SKUs Q70040, M233XT)
– Nice ‘n Clean Baby Wipes, Scented (SKUs Q34540, M225XT)
– Nice ‘n Clean Newborn Baby Wipes (SKU Q387S40NY)

By using an antiseptic to disinfect the needleless access site, you are decreasing the risk of the patient acquiring a bloodstream infection (BSI) which can be fatal to the patient. According to the CDC, “Disinfection of the devices with Chlorhexidine /alcohol solution appears to be most effective in reducing colonization”.