FAQs

Answers to the most common (and uncommon) questions about SEAL Hemostatic Spray.

Ordering & Availability

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  • SEAL is available for direct purchase on our website. For distributor pricing or bulk agency orders, contact us at info@bc3tech.com.

  • Some SEAL products are eligible for HSA/FSA payment. Eligibility may vary by product, so please check the product page for the most up-to-date information.

  • Yes. SEAL is available on DAPA and TLS SOE and is in the process of being added to ECAT and GSA. Email us to discuss your agency’s needs.

Product Use & Performance

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  • Shake the can, spray directly on the wound, and apply pressure. Watch the step-by-step video here: How to use SEAL.

  • Yes. Each SEAL canister is designed for single-use application during emergency bleeding control.

  • No. SEAL releases all contents in one use. For demonstrations or training, we offer trainer cans and how-to videos. Watch how to use SEAL.

  • To remove SEAL, rinse the area with sterile water or saline and gently wipe with sterile gauze.

  • It forms a soft barrier similar in texture to a scab, sealing the wound quickly.

  • SEAL can remain in place for up to 24 hours before removal is recommended.

Ingredients, Allergies, and Safety

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  • Yes. SEAL OTC is safe for children when an adult uses it. It is for minor cuts and scrapes. If bleeding does not stop, call 911.

  • Yes. SEAL uses medical-grade chitosan that is purified to remove allergenic proteins. It passes all biocompatibility standards.

  • SEAL OTC is FDA-cleared for minor external bleeding. A blood thinner can make a small cut bleed longer than expected, and SEAL can help control that bleeding. It does not replace emergency care. If bleeding does not stop, call 911. More on bleeding control for people on blood thinners.

  • When used as instructed, SEAL poses no risk of burns, tissue damage, or adverse reactions. No complications have been reported.

  • No. SEAL does not replace tourniquets, but it may reduce the need for one in some situations. It is most effective on accessible external bleeding.

  • No. The spray nozzle should not be inserted into wounds. Spray directly onto the surface while applying pressure.

  • SEAL is not recommended for use in the eyes or for treating sucking chest wounds.

Durability and Environmental Testing

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  • SEAL has a 36-month shelf life from the date of manufacture.

  • No. Store at room temperature. SEAL remains stable without refrigeration.

  • Yes. It performs in conditions ranging from -31°C to 71°C. It meets the MIL-STD-810H testing standard for environmental durability.

  • Yes. SEAL was successfully tested for deployment up to 40,000 feet.

  • No. It is non-flammable. If punctured or exposed to fire, the canister will safely exhaust its contents.

Medical Validation and Field Use

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  • Yes. SEAL received FDA 510(k) clearance (K210751) in February 2023 and is legally marketed in the United States.

  • SEAL is under review by the Committee on Tactical Combat Casualty Care and is actively pursuing CE certification for European distribution.

  • Yes. SEAL has been evaluated in normal and anticoagulated animal hemorrhage models, and the results are peer-reviewed. A GLP swine study comparing SEAL with CELOX, run at an independent laboratory, was published in the Journal of Special Operations Medicine in Fall 2026 and found equivalent efficacy and safety, with no tissue damage, thromboemboli or residue. SEAL is FDA-cleared (510(k) K210751). Human clinical trials have not been published. Read the paper (PDF).

  • Yes. SEAL is trusted by a growing list of EMS agencies, hospitals, tactical teams, and military units across the globe.

Product Versions and Kits

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  • SEAL OTC (white can): 1.5 oz spray cleared for minor cuts, lacerations and abrasions. Available to everyone.

    SEAL PRO (black can): 2.5 oz spray, labeled Rx only, cleared for the temporary control of severe topical bleeding in emergency situations. Supplied to EMS, fire, police, military units and licensed practitioners, and to individuals and organizations purchasing under a medical director's order or standing protocol. Buyers confirm eligibility at checkout.

  • SEAL has been used on gunshot wounds, amputations, car accidents, animal bites, and battlefield trauma. It is ideal for complex and irregular wound surfaces.

Training and Resources

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  • Yes. Watch the how-to videos for OTC and PRO, including shake, spray, and pressure. Click here for our How to Use video. Trainer kits are also available if you want to practice before an emergency.