Verified Nov 2026
Chassis & Safety Systems
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Broussard, Louisiana
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Since 2021
SafeSource Direct is a United States manufacturer of personal protective equipment, including nitrile exam gloves, procedure masks, N95 respirators, and isolation gowns. Founded in 2021 and headquartered in Broussard, Louisiana, the company has an estimated 500-1,000 employees and an estimated revenue band of $50-100 million. It is privately held and operates as a joint venture between Ochsner Health and Trax Development. Its products serve healthcare and essential-worker markets. Local reporting in August 2025 described the suspension of operations at a site in Lafayette Parish, and later reporting described further layoffs of 150 employees.
SafeSource Direct at a glance
Revenue
$50-100M
Est. band
Employees
500-1,000
Founded
2021
Headquarters
Broussard, Louisiana
Certifications
ISO 13485 · ISO 9001
Import activity
346
Industries
Automotive
Electric Vehicles
Construction
Medical
Industrial Equipment
Sourcing and import activity
From US customs bill-of-lading records
US sea imports
346
Named foreign suppliers
32
Top origins
China · Brazil · Colombia · South Korea
Shared foreign counterparties do not establish that these companies buy from SafeSource Direct.
What this tells a buyer
No customs data is available for the company, but reporting by The Advocate on September 30, 2025 described a further layoff of 150 employees.
The company holds ISO 13485 and ISO 9001 certifications and has been described as operating a nitrile glove plant with a rated output of 27,000 gloves per hour per line.
The company is privately held and is a joint venture between Ochsner Health and Trax Development, serving the healthcare industry.
Source: US customs bill-of-lading records and public filings · Last verified Nov 05, 2026
STABILITY SIGNALS
Established & active
5 years in operation (founded 2021).
Holds ISO 13485, ISO 9001 certification(s) per public sources.
Overview
SafeSource Direct is a United States manufacturer of personal protective equipment, including nitrile exam gloves, procedure masks, N95 respirators, and isolation gowns. Founded in 2021 and headquartered in Broussard, Louisiana, the company has an estimated 500-1,000 employees and an estimated revenue band of $50-100 million. It is privately held and operates as a joint venture between Ochsner Health and Trax Development. Its products serve healthcare and essential-worker markets. Local reporting in August 2025 described the suspension of operations at a site in Lafayette Parish, and later reporting described further layoffs of 150 employees.
At a glance
Attribute | Detail |
|---|---|
Founded | 2021 |
Headquarters | Broussard, Louisiana |
Employees | 500-1,000 |
Revenue | $50-100M (estimated) |
Primary capability | Chassis & Safety Systems |
Certifications | ISO 13485 · ISO 9001 |
What SafeSource Direct makes
The company holds ISO 13485 and ISO 9001 certifications and has been described as operating a nitrile glove plant with a rated output of 27,000 gloves per hour per line.
Certifications
SafeSource Direct is associated with the following certifications in public sources. Confirm the certified scope for the specific plant producing your part:
ISO 13485 — safesourcedirect.com
ISO 9001 — safesourcedirect.com
Trade and customs footprint
No customs data is available for the company, but reporting by The Advocate on September 30, 2025 described a further layoff of 150 employees. US customs bill-of-lading records list 346 inbound shipments across 32 foreign suppliers, with top origins including China · Brazil · Colombia · South Korea.
Latest developments
2025-09-30 — SafeSource Direct to lay off another 150 employees | Business | theadvocate.com (theadvocate.com)
2025-09-05 — AM I NEXT? NO LOVE AT SAFESOURCE DIRECT — AM I NEXT? (aminext.com)
2025-08-24 — SafeSource Direct suspends operations in Lafayette Parish (katc.com)
2025-08-22 — SafeSource Direct in Broussard to suspend operations | Business | theadvocate.com (theadvocate.com)
2025-06-10 — Chris Pulver – SafeSource Direct - Blueprint (bpcmag.com)
Facilities
SafeSource Direct is headquartered in Broussard, Louisiana. Public sources also reference these locations:
Broussard, Louisiana — safesourcedirect.com
Company details
The company is privately held and is a joint venture between Ochsner Health and Trax Development, serving the healthcare industry. SafeSource Direct was founded in 2021, has an estimated 500-1,000 employees, and is headquartered in Broussard, Louisiana. On the LightSource stability read it is rated "Established & active": 5 years in operation (founded 2021). Holds ISO 13485, ISO 9001 certification(s) per public sources.
Frequently asked questions
What does SafeSource Direct make?
SafeSource Direct is a United States manufacturer of personal protective equipment, including nitrile exam gloves, procedure masks, N95 respirators, and isolation gowns. Founded in 2021 and headquartered in Broussard, Louisiana, the company has an estimated 500-1,000 employees and an estimated revenue band of $50-100 million. It is privately held and operates as a joint venture between Ochsner Health and Trax Development. Its products serve healthcare and essential-worker markets. Local reporting in August 2025 described the suspension of operations at a site in Lafayette Parish, and later reporting described further layoffs of 150 employees.
Where is SafeSource Direct headquartered?
SafeSource Direct is headquartered in Broussard, Louisiana (200 Saint Nazaire Rd, Broussard, Louisiana, 70518-4205).
When was SafeSource Direct founded?
SafeSource Direct was founded in 2021.
How big is SafeSource Direct?
SafeSource Direct has an estimated 500-1,000 employees, with revenue in the $50-100M range (estimated).
What certifications does SafeSource Direct hold?
SafeSource Direct lists ISO 13485 · ISO 9001 on its website. Confirm the certified scope for the specific plant producing your part.
Does SafeSource Direct import from overseas suppliers?
US customs bill-of-lading records show 346 inbound shipments for SafeSource Direct, with top origins including China · Brazil · Colombia · South Korea.
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