TPE are safe,non-toxic,and highly malleable,combining the softness and elasticity of rubber with the processing advantages of plastic.
TPE demonstrate significant potential,particularly in applications involving human contact.
Key Features of Medical-Grade TPE
-Biocompatiibility → Medical Tubes Non-allergenic or irritating(Complies with ISO 10993)
-Non-toxic,Plasticizer-Free → Free of PVC,Phthalates,and Bisphenol A(BPA)
-Sterilization-resistant→ Withstands high-temperature steam,ethylene oxide(EtO),and Gamma irradiation sterilization.
-Excellent elasticity and sealing properties→ properties Suitable for applications such as seals and hoses.
-Good processability → Suitable for injection molding,extrusion,and overmolding.
Six Major Applications of Medical-Grade TPE
n Medical Tubes
Applications in IV catheters, oxygen tubing, tourniquets, etc.
It can replace PVC, reducing the risks of plasticizers. It is soft and resistant to bending, offers excellent transparency and elasticity, and is resistant to bending and deformation.
n Syringes and Seals
Applied to syringe stoppers, vial stoppers, IV bag seals, prosthetic joint gaskets, surgical instrument handles, and more.
n Wearable Medical Devices
Applied to prosthetic limb pads, medical kneepads, blood glucose monitors, heart rate monitors, and medical sensors, providing a comfortable, skin-friendly material suitable for prolonged wear and boasting excellent water and sweat resistance.
n Mom and Baby Care Products
Applied to breast milk storage bottle caps, breast pump components, and baby pacifiers, providing a non-toxic, odor-free material that is safe for use in infant and toddler products.
n Medical Packaging and Surgical Aids
Applied to pharmaceutical vial stoppers, vaccine packaging, tourniquets, and surgical molds, TPEs are capable of withstanding high-temperature sterilization and are suitable for direct human contact.
Applied to pharmaceutical vial stoppers, vaccine packaging, tourniquets, and surgical molds, TPEs are capable of withstanding high-temperature sterilization and are suitable for direct human contact.
Meeting the stringent requirements of medical devices, TPE offers a perfect balance: safety, flexibility, ease of processing, and environmental friendliness. Whether for disposable or reusable devices, medical-grade TPEs provide stable and reliable material solutions, becoming a key driver of innovation and upgrading in the medical industry.