PolyOne offers a wide range of technology solutions that meet the healthcare industry’s needs in terms of properties, consistency and value. Geon Vinyl has a long and proven history of safe and effective use in medical applications, and continues to be one of the most used and versatile polymers in the healthcare market.
Advantages
| Non-DEHP and non-phthalate solutions |
Gamma-stable grades |
| Multiple sterilization processes, ETO sterilizable |
Biocompatible grades |
| Customizable solutions |
Good chemical resistance |
| Excellent processability |
Wide durometer range |
| Colorable |
Excellent physical property matrix |
Applications include
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Medical tubing |
Blood bags |
Face masks |
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Connectors |
Drip chambers |
IV bags |
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Pipettes |
Bottles |
Device housings |
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Packaging |
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Geon™ HC Flexible Vinyl Compounds
Flexible materials for a wide-range of medical applications including tubes, connectors and masks.
- Broad durometer range (55A to 95A)
- Transparent or opaque colors, ETO sterilizable
- USP Class VI and gamma-stable grades
Geon™ HC Non-Phthalate Vinyl Compounds
Specifically formulated for healthcare applications where a non-phthalate plasticizer system may be required.
- Broad durometer range (55A to 95A)
- Hemocompatible grades
- Custom formulations available
Geon™ HC Rigid Vinyl Compounds
Great balance of performance and cost for molded medical device housings.
- Inherent flame resistance and good chemical resistance
- Design flexibility and excellent aesthetics
- Printable, weldable, and bondable allowing for safe and effective connections