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To best dispose of sensitive or confidential documents, choose the appropriate shred level to protect information and abide by HIPAA/FACTA requirements. Each level is defined by different maximum surface area and width. These measurements describe varied levels of reconstructability, character distinguishability, and particle size.

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  • Destroyit 2465 Cross Cut Paper Shredder Level 3 Shredders MBM Ideal
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    MBM Destroyit 2465 Cross Cut Paper Shredder Level 3/P-4
    $1,045.14
    Security Level: Level 3/P-4
    Sheet Capacity: 13-15 sheets*
    Throat Width: 9.5"
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  • HSM Shredstar X6Pro Micro-Cut Shredder Level 4/P-5
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    HSM Shredstar X6Pro Micro-Cut Shredder Level 4/P-5
    $159.99
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    Security Level: Level 4/P-5
    Sheet Capacity: 6 sheets
    Throat Width: 8.75"
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  • HSM Securio B22 L4 Micro Cut Shredder Level 4/P-5
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    HSM Securio B22 L4 Micro Cut Shredder Level 4/P-5
    $555.49
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    Security Level: Level 4/P-5
    Sheet Capacity: 11 sheets*
    Throat Width: 9.4"
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    Fellowes Powershred 99Ci Cross Cut Paper Shredder Level 3/P-4
    $351.55
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    Security Level: Level 3/P-4
    Sheet Capacity: 17 sheets*
    Throat Width: 9"
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  • HSM Securio P36i High Security Cross Cut Shredder Level 6/P-7
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    HSM Securio P36i High Security Cross Cut Shredder Level 6/P-7
    $4,700.37
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    Security Level: Level 6/P-7
    Sheet Capacity: 10-14 sheets*
    Throat Width: 13"
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    Fellowes Powershred 325Ci Cross Cut Paper Shredder Level 3/P-4
    $1,844.13
    Security Level: Level 3/P-4
    Sheet Capacity: 22 sheets*
    Throat Width: 9.5"
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  • MBM Destroyit 4003 Cross Cut Paper Shredder with Auto Oiler Level 3/P-4
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    MBM Destroyit 4003 Cross Cut Paper Shredder with Auto Oiler Level 3/P-4
    $3,533.00
    Security Level: Level 3/P-4
    Sheet Capacity: 34-36* sheets
    Throat Width: 16"
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  • HSM Shredstar X10 Cross Cut Shredder Shredders HSM
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    HSM Shredstar X10 DataDefender® Cross Cut Shredder Level 3/P-4
    $176.91
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    Security Level: Level 3/P-4
    Sheet Capacity: 10 sheets
    Throat Width: 8.75"
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  • HSM Classic 411.2 High Security Shredder Level 6/P-7
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    HSM Classic 411.2 High Security Shredder Level 6/P-7
    $4,331.82
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    Security Level: Level 6/P-7
    Sheet Capacity: 14-16 sheets*
    Throat Width: 16"
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    Fellowes 99MS Micro-Cut Shredder Level 4/P-5
    $564.70
    Security Level: Level 4/P-5
    Sheet Capacity: 14 sheets*
    Throat Width: 9"
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  • HSM Securio B35 Cross Cut Shredder Level 4/P-5
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    HSM Securio B35 Cross Cut Shredder Level 4/P-5
    $2,038.99
    Security Level: Level 4/P-5
    Sheet Capacity: 14-15 sheets*
    Throat Width: 15.25"
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  • HSM Classic 125.2 High Security Cross Cut Shredder Level 6/P-7
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    HSM Classic 125.2 High Security Cross Cut Shredder Level 6/P-7
    $1,936.55
    Security Level: Level 6/P-7
    Sheet Capacity: 5-7 sheets*
    Throat Width: 10.5"
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The more sensitive information that is documented (personal consumer or classified information), the higher the level of shredding Not everyone needs a high security shredder, but there are rules to what level shredder should destroy what document Information safety relies on proper disposal, so getting to know each shredder level is important in knowing which shredder level is for you Check out the different products we have for each security level below.

Lvl 6/P-7
Current NSA standard for high security


Lvl 5/P-6
The old NSA standard for high security


Lvl 4/P-5
Extra level of security for businesses


Lvl 4/P-4
Our largest selection of shredders


Lvl 3/P-3
Great entry-level cross cut


Lvl 2/P-2
Fast shredder productivity


Lvl 1/P-1
Ideal for large scale paper recycling