Eo/Steam/Gamma Sterilization Self Adhesive Tyvek Pouch Rolls for Medical Application

Recognized as a standard of excellence for form-fill-seal and less demanding packaging applications, Tyvek^® 2FS^™, a lighter form of medical and pharmaceutical packaging styles of Tyvek^®, offers outstanding resistance to microbial penetration, significantly reduced risk of package failure, compatibility with a broad range of sterilization methods, a low risk of device contamination, and the ability to withstand transportation challenges.

Outstanding Resistance to Microbial Penetration

Even under the most rigorous conditions in highly contaminated environments, Tyvek^® 2FS^™ is highly resistant to bacterial spores and other contaminating microorganisms. Microbial barrier test data consistently prove that all styles of Tyvek^® for sterile medical packaging-Tyvek^® 1073B, Tyvek^® 1059B and Tyvek^® 2FS^™- hold out bacterial spores and test particles better than other commercially available porous medical packaging materials, including medical-grade papers. In addition, an accelerated aging study proved conclusively that Tyvek^® 2FS^™ shows no change in microbial barrier properties after withstanding extreme conditions.

Significantly Reduced Risk of Package Failure

The tough, continuous filaments of Tyvek^® 2FS^™ help protect package integrity from both product breakthrough inside and rough handling outside. Compared to medical-grade papers, Tyvek^® 2FS^™ has superior tear strength and puncture resistance.

Compatibility with a Broad Range of Sterilization Methods

Unlike medical-grade papers and films, Tyvek^® 2FS^™ is compatible with all of the most commonly used sterilization methods. These include:

• Ethylene Oxide (EO)
• Radiation (Gamma and electron beam)
• Steam (under controlled conditions)
• Low temperature oxidative

So no matter which process you use for your sterile medical packaging Tyvek^® 2FS^™ will retain its protective properties, color and flexibility.

Low Risk of Device Contamination

The unique structure of Tyvek^® 2FS^™- tough, continuous filaments-creates a tortuous path that results in microbial barrier and strength properties superior to those of medical-grade papers. It also means that Tyvek^® 2FS^™ generates very few airborne particles when sterile form-fill-seal packaging is opened or handled. This clean peel minimizes the risk of introducing particulates into a clean environment.

Ability to Withstand Transportation Challenges

Another distinct advantage that Tyvek^® 2FS^™ has over medical-grade papers and films is its ability to withstand the significant temperature and pressure changes commonly encountered during shipping. Because it is breathable, Tyvek^® 2FS^™ minimizes the formation of condensation due to temperature extremes that can occur during transportation. This breathability also allows medical packages made with Tyvek^® 2FS^™ to equilibrate rapidly from the pressure changes that occur not only during shipping but also in storage environments.

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