Self-seal sterilization pouch for use in common steam and ethylene oxide sterilization processes; no heat sealer is required to seal the pouch prior to sterilization; printed internally and externally with chemical indicators for both steam and ethylene oxide; the chemical indicators provide immediate proof of processing; 42-lb. Premium medical paper and 2.0 military plastic film are joined with a solid seal to enhance the mechanical strength; fold over self-sealing adhesive strip; off-set opening lip; pouch provides an effective bacterial barrier to maintain sterility of the pouch contents and should be stored under cool and dry conditions; shelf life: 36 months from time of manufacture; size: 3.5 x 22 inches; internal diameter within lamination: 2.75 x 21.25 inches; case contains four boxes of 200 pouches, for a total of 800 pouches per case
An envelope usually made of paper or plastic material which permits steam and heat penetration and the exhaustion of air in the sterilization process. It may be self or heat sealed. It is used in the sterilization of syringes, needles, small surgical instruments, pipettes and the like. Excludes bag, sterilization; bag, sterilization-biohazard disposal; and wrapper, sterilization.
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