Eastman™ plastics are key components used in non-implantable medical devices, including syringes, minimally invasive surgical instruments, blood therapy systems, rigid and flexible tubing, IV components, and renal devices. Eastman offers a diverse product line of DuraStar™ and Eastar™ copolyesters, Tenite™ cellulosics and new Eastman Tritan™ copolyester.
New medical-grade Eastman Tritan™ copolyester delivers peace of mind without sacrificing performance in medical-device applications. The unique combination of properties allows Tritan to satisfy a set of customer needs that previously have not been met by other polymers available to the medical-device industry.
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Blood Therapy Systems Blood therapy devices molded from Eastman Tritan™ copolyester offer advantages in processability, chemical resistance, and clarity plus freedom from bisphenol A (BPA). More |
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IV Components In an environment that encourages the use of aggressive cleaners and disinfectants to prevent hospital acquired infections (HAIs), Eastman Tritan™ copolyester provides a welcome alternative. More |
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Renal Devices Renal device housings molded from Eastman Tritan™ copolyester offer outstanding resistance to lipids, Renalin® sterilant, and a wide range of disinfectants. More |