Eastman launches new family of medical-grade polymers

Source: Adsale Industry Portal 2456.com

Eastman Chemical Company announced this Wednesday (Feb 11) the launch of a new family of medical-grade polymers at the Medical Design & Manufacturing West, an industry event for medical design and manufacturing held from February 9 to 12 in California. Medical grades of Eastman Tritan copolyester are innovative, clear polymers that deliver a balance of design, molding and end-product properties for medical devices.

Medical grades of Eastman Tritan copolyester provide outstanding lipid and chemical resistance; higher heat stability; easy processing; long-term clarity; added durability and toughness; and are made without bisphenol-A (BPA) or halogens. This combination allows the new material to perform at a level comparable to, or in many cases superior to, other polymers in the medical industry.

The new medical grades of Eastman Tritan copolyester are well-suited for a variety of medical-device applications that demand superior chemical resistance, clarity, hydrolytic stability and retention of properties after gamma, electron beam (E-beam) and Ethylene Oxide (EtO) sterilization. Additionally, Tritan provides good protection against the negative effects of common materials that can lead to environmental stress cracking and deterioration in medical environments. Possible application options include IV system components, respiratory devices and blood therapy devices.

Recently, products using Eastman Tritan copolyester have been launched in the reusable sports water bottle, infant care, small appliance and housewares markets. These products showcase a new level of design flexibility, and are tough, durable and BPA-free, while offering glasslike transparency without risk of breaking.