Description
Howard Leight FirmFit FF-1 is a disposable cylindrical PVC foam ear plug, uncorded. NRR 30 dB. Box of 200. Sold by the case of 2,000 pairs. Part of the FirmFit series. Ships in 1–2 business days; most orders arrive in 3–7 business days.
Howard Leight FF-1 specifications
| Item | PIP data |
|---|---|
| Part number | FF-1 |
| Series | FirmFit |
| PIP description | Cylinder Shape Disposable PVC Foam Ear Plugs - NRR 30 |
| Type | Uncorded earplug |
| NRR | 30 |
| Hearing Protection Style | Uncorded |
| Material | PVC foam |
| Plug Material | PVC Foam |
| Shape | Cylindrical |
| Box Count | 200 |
| Use | Disposable |
| Color | Orange |
| Packaging | Bulk Boxed |
| Case pack | 2000 pair |
| Country of origin | Mexico |
Source: PIP Rich Product Data, October 2026; PIP specification sheet FF-1; Nov 1 2026 PIP price list.
Ratings and standards
| Standard | Rating as published by PIP |
|---|---|
| NRR (EPA label, ANSI S3.19-1974) | 30 dB noise reduction rating as published by PIP; the label value is a laboratory figure and the protection in use depends on fit |
| CSA Z94.2 hearing protection devices | Class AL |
| TAA (Trade Agreements Act) | Meets the Trade Agreements Act, as PIP lists it |
Source: PIP Rich Product Data, October 2026; PIP, "Ear Muffs" brochure (May 2023, page 1: What is NRR?); Howard Leight, "Hearing Conservation Guide" (2025, pages 4–8). Ratings are as published by the manufacturer or the named standard, not a recommendation for any task.
Features
- 40% softer than other cylinder-shaped earplugs
- 29% less pressure on the ear canal
- Easy to insert, requiring less pressure to roll down
- The distinct hi-vis orange color makes compliance checks easy
- Great medium-to-high protection with an NRR of 30dB
Source: PIP Rich Product Data, October 2026, PIP feature list for style FF-1, verbatim.
Related Howard Leight part numbers
| Part number | Item | Key rating | Sold by |
|---|---|---|---|
| FF-1-D | FirmFit FF-1-D Ear Plugs, NRR 30, Uncorded | NRR 30 | Case |
| FF-30 | FirmFit FF-30 Ear Plugs, NRR 30, Corded | NRR 30 | Box |
| HL400-FF-30-AM | FirmFit HL400-FF-30-AM Ear Plug Dispensers, Prefilled, NRR 30 | NRR 30 | Case |
| HL400-FF-INTRO-AM | FirmFit HL400-FF-INTRO-AM Ear Plug Dispensers, Prefilled, NRR 30 | NRR 30 | Case |
| HL400-FF-REFILL | FirmFit HL400-FF-REFILL Ear Plugs, NRR 30, Uncorded | NRR 30 | Case |
Source: PIP Rich Product Data, October 2026; Nov 1 2026 PIP price list. Each part number links to its own page.
Howard Leight FF-1 questions
What is the FF-1 made of? PVC Foam, cylindrical shape, as PIP lists it.
What is the NRR of the FF-1? NRR 30 dB (EPA label, ANSI S3.19-1974), as PIP publishes it.
Is the FF-1 corded? Uncorded earplug, as PIP lists it.
Is the FF-1 reusable or disposable? Disposable, as PIP lists it.
Where is the FF-1 made? Mexico, as PIP lists the country of origin.
How many come in a box of FF-1? 200 per box.
Guides: what NRR means · how to insert ear plugs · reusable vs disposable · when hearing protection is required · NRR vs SNR · Howard Leight ear plugs compared · every ear plug and ear muff by NRR.
Manufacturer item number: FF-1. Spec sheet: PIP specification sheet (PDF).
