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product_id: 84470755
title: "Ear Plugs, 5 Pairs/Poly Bag, E-A-R Classic VP312-1201, Uncorded, Disposable, Foam, NRR 29, For Drilling, Grinding, Machining, Sawing, Sanding, Welding"
brand: "3m"
price: "39.28 DT"
currency: TND
in_stock: true
reviews_count: 13
category: "3 M"
url: https://www.desertcart.tn/products/84470755-ear-plugs-5-pairs-poly-bag-e-a-r-classic
store_origin: TN
region: Tunisia
---

# Sweat & humidity resistant foam NRR 29 dB noise reduction Bright yellow for quick compliance check Ear Plugs, 5 Pairs/Poly Bag, E-A-R Classic VP312-1201, Uncorded, Disposable, Foam, NRR 29, For Drilling, Grinding, Machining, Sawing, Sanding, Welding

**Brand:** 3m
**Price:** 39.28 DT
**Availability:** ✅ In Stock

## Summary

> 🔕 Classic comfort meets cutting-edge noise defense—hear less, live more.

## Quick Answers

- **What is this?** Ear Plugs, 5 Pairs/Poly Bag, E-A-R Classic VP312-1201, Uncorded, Disposable, Foam, NRR 29, For Drilling, Grinding, Machining, Sawing, Sanding, Welding by 3m
- **How much does it cost?** 39.28 DT with free shipping
- **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship
- **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.tn](https://www.desertcart.tn/products/84470755-ear-plugs-5-pairs-poly-bag-e-a-r-classic)

## Best For

- 3m enthusiasts

## Why This Product

- Trusted 3m brand quality
- Free international shipping included
- Worldwide delivery with tracking
- 15-day hassle-free returns

## Key Features

- • **All-Day Comfort Fit:** Slow-recovery, low-pressure foam molds gently to your ear canal for fatigue-free wear, even on long shifts.
- • **Visual Safety Assurance:** Bright yellow color enables supervisors to instantly verify hearing protection compliance on site.
- • **Versatile Industrial Use:** Perfect for drilling, grinding, welding, and more—trusted across multiple heavy-duty industries.
- • **Industry-Leading Noise Block:** Cut ambient noise by up to 29 decibels—stay focused and protected in any loud environment.
- • **Moisture-Resistant Durability:** Special foam resists sweat and humidity, ensuring a consistent, secure seal no matter the conditions.

## Overview

The 3M E-A-R Classic VP312-1201 ear plugs deliver a powerful Noise Reduction Rating of 29 dB using slow-recovery, low-pressure foam that molds comfortably to your ear canal. Designed for industrial professionals, their moisture-resistant, bright yellow foam ensures reliable protection and easy compliance checks during extended wear in noisy environments like drilling, grinding, and welding. Packaged in a clean poly bag with 5 pairs, these disposable plugs combine proven durability with all-day comfort to safeguard your hearing without compromise.

## Description

More than 40 years ago this simple hearing protector, the world’s first foam ear plug, revolutionized hearing protection in the workplace and has remained to this day one of the most widely used earplugs in the world. The 3M E-A-R Classic Ear Plugs are constructed from slow-recovery, low-pressure foam. They fit snugly to create a noise barrier that helps protect hearing from loud sounds. These ear plugs are stiff enough when compressed to make fitting easy, yet soft enough to be comfortable in the ear for extended wear. Bright yellow colour allows supervisors to conduct quick visual hearing protection compliance checks. Recommended applications include chipping, chiselling, drilling, furnace operations, grinding, heavy equipment operations, machining, pouring/casting, power fastening, riveting, sanding, sawing and welding. These earplugs are commonly used in the following industries: agriculture, automotive, chemicals, construction, general manufacturing, healthcare, oil and gas, and pharmaceuticals. These ear plugs have a Noise Reduction Rating (NRR) of 29 dB, CSA Class AL. * Can be fit tested with the 3M E-A-Rift Validation System. Moisture resistance helps maintain a consistent fit, even when humidity is present. Not only is noise present in our daily routines, but millions of Americans work in hazardous noise on a daily basis. Estimates from the National Institutes of Health suggest that approximately 15 percent of Americans (26 million people) between the ages of 20 and 69 have high frequency hearing loss due to exposure to noise at work or during leisure activities. Hearing loss due to noise is almost entirely preventable by consistent use of hearing protection. * Note: 3M strongly recommends fit testing of hearing protectors. Research suggests that many users will receive less noise reduction than indicated by the NRR due to variation in hearing protector fit, fitting skill, and motivation of the user. If the NRR is used, 3M recommends that it be reduced by 50% or in accordance with applicable regulations. Disclaimer: 3M industrial and occupational products are intended, labelled, and packaged for sale to trained industrial and occupational customers for workplace use. Unless specifically stated otherwise on the applicable product packaging or literature, these products are not intended, labelled, or packaged for sale to or use by consumers (e. g. , for home, personal, primary or secondary school, recreational/sporting, or other uses not described in the applicable product packaging or literature), and must be selected and used in compliance with applicable health and safety regulations and standards (e. g. , U. S. OSHA, ANSI), as well as all product literature, user instructions, warnings, and limitations. Misuse of 3M industrial and occupational products may result in injury, sickness, or death. For help with product selection and use, consult your on-site safety professional, industrial hygienist, or other subject matter expert. For additional product information, visit www. 3M /PPE.

Review: Very soft and good for sleeping. - The Bottom Line: If you find modern "contoured" earplugs too stiff or pressurized, these classic E-A-R cylinders are the softest, most customizable solution for a quiet night's sleep. Performance & Comfort: I’ve tried the newer, bell-shaped molded earplugs, but they often feel like they are "pushing back" against my ear canal. These 3M E-A-R Classics are different. The PVC foam is uniquely soft and has a much slower recovery time. When you roll them down, they stay compressed long enough for you to get them positioned perfectly, and then they very gently and slowly fill the canal. This gradual expansion prevents that "clogged" or pressurized feeling that leads to ear aches by morning. Nightly Use (The Sleep Test): I use these specifically for sleeping, and they are a lifesaver for side-sleepers. Because they are more flexible and cylindrical, they don't poke out or get pushed uncomfortably deep when my ear hits the pillow. They effectively dampen ambient noise—like a snoring partner or street traffic—without making me feel completely deaf to my alarm clock. Packaging & Hygiene: This 5-pair poly bag is convenient for travel, though I do wish they came with a small hardshell carrying case. However, the moisture-resistant foam is a plus; they don't get "soggy" or lose their shape if you tend to get warm at night. Pros: Low-pressure foam: Significantly softer than the "high-vis" orange molded styles. Slow expansion: Gives you plenty of time for proper insertion. Classic cylindrical shape: Doesn't create "hot spots" or pressure points during side-sleeping. Cons: Textured surface: They have a slightly rougher texture than silicone plugs, which might take a night or two to get used to. Final Verdict: For anyone who has struggled with ear discomfort from "modern" earplugs, go back to the classics. These are the most comfortable foam plugs on the market for long-term wear.
Review: Don’t hesitate to buy! - Great earplugs as they conform to your ears. The same kind received at the hospital for a hearing issue. They do not block all sound but lessen it significantly. Very comfortable compared to harder plastic ones.

## Features

- SECURE: Exposed cell surface texture resists movement and helps maintain an effective seal creating a comfortable, snug noise barrier. Noise Reduction Rating (NRR) 29 dB. CSA Class AL. *
- OUTSTANDING COMFORT: This unique slow-recovery, low-pressure foam and special cylindrical shape help enhance comfort throughout the day by creating lower pressure in the ear canal.
- SOFT SOUND-ABSORBING FOAM: Proprietary foam is initially firm to make fitting the ear plug easier, then softens once it’s in the ear to comfortably conform to the unique shape of each ear canal.
- SWEAT AND HUMIDITY RESISTANT: Classic ear plugs are resistant to moisture absorption for consistent fitting even in humid environments.
- VERSATILE: Use while chipping, chiselling, drilling, furnace operations, grinding, heavy equipment operations, machining, pouring/casting, power fastening, riveting, sanding, sawing and welding.
- CLEAN STORAGE: Poly bag keeps earplugs clean before use. Package designed for distribution through a vending machine.
- For industrial/occupational use only. Not for consumer sale or use.

## Technical Specifications

| Specification | Value |
|---------------|-------|
| ASIN | B00KTIX59G |
| Best Sellers Rank | #47,058 in Health & Household ( See Top 100 in Health & Household ) #172 in Earplugs |
| Brand Name | 3M |
| Color | Yellow |
| Customer Reviews | 4.6 4.6 out of 5 stars (194) |
| Global Trade Identification Number | 00080529190918, 10080529190915 |
| Included Components | Ear Plugs |
| Item Dimensions | 1 x 6 x 3 inches |
| Item Form | Individual |
| Item Weight | 0.01 Ounces |
| Manufacturer | 3M |
| Material Type | Polyvinyl Chloride |
| Noise Attenuation | 29 dB |
| Number of Items | 1 |
| Number of Pieces | 10 |
| Product Style | Uncorded |
| Recommended Uses For Product | Noise Protection |
| Reusability | Disposable |
| Size | 5 Count (Pack of 1) |
| UPC | 080529190918 |
| Unit Count | 5.0 Count |

## Product Details

- **Brand:** 3M
- **Color:** Yellow
- **Material:** Polyvinyl Chloride
- **Recommended Uses For Product:** Noise Protection
- **Size:** 5 Count (Pack of 1)

## Images

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## Customer Reviews

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Very soft and good for sleeping.
*by 1***0 on February 5, 2026*

The Bottom Line: If you find modern "contoured" earplugs too stiff or pressurized, these classic E-A-R cylinders are the softest, most customizable solution for a quiet night's sleep. Performance & Comfort: I’ve tried the newer, bell-shaped molded earplugs, but they often feel like they are "pushing back" against my ear canal. These 3M E-A-R Classics are different. The PVC foam is uniquely soft and has a much slower recovery time. When you roll them down, they stay compressed long enough for you to get them positioned perfectly, and then they very gently and slowly fill the canal. This gradual expansion prevents that "clogged" or pressurized feeling that leads to ear aches by morning. Nightly Use (The Sleep Test): I use these specifically for sleeping, and they are a lifesaver for side-sleepers. Because they are more flexible and cylindrical, they don't poke out or get pushed uncomfortably deep when my ear hits the pillow. They effectively dampen ambient noise—like a snoring partner or street traffic—without making me feel completely deaf to my alarm clock. Packaging & Hygiene: This 5-pair poly bag is convenient for travel, though I do wish they came with a small hardshell carrying case. However, the moisture-resistant foam is a plus; they don't get "soggy" or lose their shape if you tend to get warm at night. Pros: Low-pressure foam: Significantly softer than the "high-vis" orange molded styles. Slow expansion: Gives you plenty of time for proper insertion. Classic cylindrical shape: Doesn't create "hot spots" or pressure points during side-sleeping. Cons: Textured surface: They have a slightly rougher texture than silicone plugs, which might take a night or two to get used to. Final Verdict: For anyone who has struggled with ear discomfort from "modern" earplugs, go back to the classics. These are the most comfortable foam plugs on the market for long-term wear.

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Don’t hesitate to buy!
*by L***W on December 28, 2025*

Great earplugs as they conform to your ears. The same kind received at the hospital for a hearing issue. They do not block all sound but lessen it significantly. Very comfortable compared to harder plastic ones.

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Good Ear Plugs
*by A***R on February 13, 2026*

Fits well, blocks out snoring sounds. 3M quality as usual.

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*Last updated: 2026-04-23*