Devices

Eastman™ plastics are key components used in numerous non-implantable medical devices, including syringes, minimally invasive surgical instruments, blood therapy systems, rigid and flexible tubing, and IV components.

Eastman's broad product portfolio delivers a wide range of processing and performance attributes, allowing for unique customization. From critical design to end-use performance, medical device customers can count on Eastman reliability.

OEM's can speed development time and bring applications to market quickly with Eastman's comprehensive applications development and strong technical support. Eastman offers technical service and expert tool design assistance. We can help avoid costly and untimely problems in developing tools that produce high-quality parts effectively. For medical grade resins, we offer characterization of our products, which may include technical data, ISO 10993, Part 1 biocompatability test reports, USP Class VI test reports and U.S. drug or device master file authorizations.

Key benefits of Eastman™ copolyesters and cellulosics:

Brilliant Clarity - Before & After Sterilization
Sterilization Stability & Flexibility
Chemical Resistance to most medical solvents including lipids and IPA
Ease of Processing

Success Stories

Blood Therapy
Eastar™ copolyester enabled Gambro BCT to develop a complex cassette to separate donated blood into components and reinfuse donor with unneeded portions. » more

Cannula System
Eastar™ copolyester has outstanding color stability and clarity post gamma sterilization, providing differentiation in Smith & Nephew's Clear-Trac cannula product line. » more

Disposable Cuvette
Blood compatibility, transparency, chemical resistance, dimensional stability and the solvent bond ability of Eastar™ copolyester allowed Datamed to reduce the cost of their cuvette.
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Suction & Drainage
The unique properties of Eastar™ copolyester facilitated molding of a specialized canister that is tough and has exceptional clarity before and after sterilization. » more

Syringe Protector
Safety syringes utilize Eastar™ copolyester in designs to protect healthcare workers while minimizing manufacturing complexities. » more

Tubing
Tri-layer extrusion of Ecdel™ elastomer enabled Natvar to create phthalate-free alternative tubing with little modification to machinery or processes. » more

Eastman Tritan™ Copolyester

Eastman Tritan™ copolyester delivers a unique balance of design, processing and physical properties for medical devices.
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PPM-218 The Effect of Electron Beam Sterilization on Transparent Polymers Used in Medical Devices

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PPM-223 Lipid and Isopropanol Resistance of Eastman™ Polymers in Medical Devices

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