https://www.avient.com/sites/default/files/2023-07/TPEs for Healthcare Industry Bulletin.pdf
VERSAFLEX™
HC MEDICAL
TUBING GRADES
• Improve extrusion
rates, achieve high
service temperature
performance or
increase clarity
in medical tubing
• Traditional and bio-
based formulations
specifically for
biopharmaceutical
tubing to meet the
needs for weldability
and minimize
extractables during
processing
VERSALLOY™
HC SERIES
• Obtain better flow in
long, thin paths and
lower shrink rates
versus typical TPVs
with our alloys
• Color easily and
obtain a smooth
tactile feel
VERSAFLEX™
HC GASKETS &
STOPPERS SERIES
• Achieve no coring,
good puncture and
resealability in static
stoppers
• Meet low COF
and low stiction
requirements in
dynamic seals
CL E SERIES
• Increase clarity and
flexibility in bags,
bottles and films
• Mitigate risk with
plasticizer-free
formulations for
film extrusion
• Deliver excellent
odor & O2 barrier
performance for
film extrusion
INDUSTRY BULLETIN
TPE HEALTHCARE PRODUCT SELECTOR GUIDE
Versaflex™ HC Medical Tubing Grades
Versaflex™ HC MT222 Clear 66A 0.88 14 - 334 2.30 629 4.34 898 6.19 430 220 36 ✔ ✔
High clarity,
without plasticizersVersaflex™ HC MT224 Clear 75A 0.89 19 - 468 3.23 773 5.33 1360 9.40 530 321 56 ✔ ✔
Versaflex™ HC MT226 Clear 84A 0.88 20 - 606 4.17 885 6.10 1600 11.00 600 433 76 ✔ ✔
Versaflex™ HC MT317 Clear 68A 0.89 17 69 450 3.10 660 4.55 870 6.00 470 221 39 ✔ ✔ Very high service temperature
Versaflex™ HC BT218 Natural 67A 0.89 19 69 381 2.60 683 4.70 1186 8.20 608 - - ✔ ✔ Weldable, kink resistant
Versalfex™ HC BIO BT218 Natural 70A 0.88 18 58 416 2.87 668 4.60 1190 8.20 630 - - ✔ ✔
Weldable, kink resistant, contains 40%
bio-derived content (Gen 1 biomass)
Versaflex™ HC Gaskets & Stoppers Series
Versaflex™ HC 2110-35N Natural 34A 0.90 19 47 145 1.00 261 1.80 400 2.76 620 97 17 ✔ ✔ Good resealing
Versaflex™ HC 2110-43N Natural 43A 0.98 12 46 134 0.92 368 2.54 723 4.98 710 - - ✔ ✔ Good compression set
Versaflex™ HC 2110-57B Black 59A 1.01 20 37 369 2.54 558 3.85 537 3.70 350 147 26 ✔ ✔ Low stiction
Versaflex™ CL E Series
Versaflex™ CL E85 Clear 84A 0.90 20 72 752 5.18 1160 8.00 1550 10.70 450 433 76 ✔ ✔
High clarity, without
plasticizers; E95 also offers
excellent odor & O2 barrier
Versaflex™ CL E90 Clear 90A 0.90 27 73 1000 6.89 1230 8.50 1830 12.60 57 - - ✔ ✔
Versaflex™ CL E95 Clear 95A 0.90 38 71 1680 11.60 1730 11.90 2500 17.20 580 720 126 ✔ ✔
Versaflex™ HC 3810 Series
Versaflex™ HC 3810-20N Natural 20A 0.88 16 54 123 0.80 185 1.30 342 2.40 650 - - ✔ -
Formulated without
animal derivatives,
excellent colorability,
translucent
Versaflex™ HC 3810-30N Natural 30A 0.89 18 58 170 1.20 245 1.70 459 3.20 680 - - ✔ -
Versaflex™ HC 3810-40N Natural 40A 0.88 19 59 191 1.30 275 1.90 506 3.50 670 - - ✔ -
Versaflex™ HC 3810-50N Natural 50A 0.89 21 61 264 1.80 366 2.50 699 4.80 690 - - ✔ -
Versaflex™ HC 3810-60N Natural 60A 0.88 24 65 459 3.20 594 4.10 790 5.40 510 - - ✔ -
Versaflex™ HC 3810-70N Natural 70A 0.88 28 67 535 3.70 684 4.70 1000 6.90 570 - - ✔ -
Versaflex™ HC 3810-80N Natural 80A 0.88 30 67 689 4.80 869 6.00 1390 9.60 620 - - ✔ -
Versaflex™ HC 3810-90N Natural 90A 0.88 27 89 1087 7.50 1350 9.30 1890 13.00 570 - - ✔ -
Versalloy™ HC 9210 Series
Versalloy™ HC 9210-45N Natural 45A 0.89 19 39 160 1.10 320 2.20 484 3.33 480 100 18 - ✔
Smooth surface
aestheticsVersalloy™ HC 9210-55N Natural 53A 0.89 20 44 208 1.44 335 2.31 580 4.00 610 120 21 - ✔
Versalloy™ HC 9210-70N Natural 70A 0.89 23 53 356 2.45 510 3.52 780 5.38 590 180 32 - ✔
Versalloy™ HC 9220 Series
Versalloy™ HC 9220-70 Natural 70A 0.95 17 51 453 3.12 - - 643 4.43 265 208 36 ✔ ✔
ExtrudableVersalloy™ HC 9220-80 Natural 80A 0.94 18 59 553 3.67 777 5.36 945 6.52 415 208 36 ✔ ✔
Versalloy™ HC 9220-90 Natural 90A 0.94 25 55 1030 8.13 1350 9.33 1945 13.45 620 400 70 ✔ ✔
Standard Healthcare Grades
Versaflex™ G2705N Natural 60A 0.88 - - - - 528 3.64 670 4.62 470 - - ✔ ✔ Natural, high strength
Versaflex™ CL 2242 Clear 43A 0.89 23 - 152 1.05 294 2.02 731 5.00 780 124 22 ✔ ✔
High clarity, boilable
Versaflex™ CL 2250 Clear 50A 0.89 20 - 220 1.52 337 2.32 827 5.70 770 140 25 ✔ ✔
Versaflex™ OM Series
Versaflex™ OM 1040X Natural 42A 0.92 22 - 180 1.24 301 2.08 504 3.47 580 100 18 ✔ ✔ ABS/PC
overmoldVersaflex™ OM 3060 Clear 59A 0.90 33 - 420 2.90 360 2.48 500 3.45 480 180 32 ✔ ✔
Versaflex™ OM 8940X-1 Clear 42A 0.91 - - 233 - 311 - 1573 - 1059 - - - - PK, COPE overmold
Versaflex™ OM 4052 Natural 56A 1.01 27 - 271 - 557 - 1680 - 670 - - ✔ - Excellent chemical resistance;
PK, PC, ABS, PC/ABS overmoldVersaflex™ OM 4063 Natural 54A 1.12 30 - 365 - 580 - 1640 - 670 - - ✔ -
Color Hardness Specific Gravity Compression Set
@ 23°C
Compression Set
@ 100°C 100% Modulus 300% Modulus Tensile Strength Elongation Tear Strength ISO
10993 USP VI Special
Characteristics
ASTM Shore A ASTM/ISO ASTM % ASTM % ASTM psi MPa ASTM psi MPa ASTM psi ISO MPa ASTM % ASTM pll ISO kN/m
GENERAL PROPERTIES TENSILE PROPERTIES OTHER
For further information on specific grades, review technical data sheets.
https://www.avient.com/sites/default/files/2020-11/recycle-value-chain-black-pkg_0.pdf
What is Classed as Recycled Content Infographic_Select GLOSSARY OF TERMS POST- CONSUMER RECYCLE (PCR) TRADITIONAL BLACK MASTERBATCH AVIENT ONCOLOR™ IR SORTABLE BLACK MASTER- BATCH RETAIL/ CONSUMER RECLAIMER LANDFILL MATERIAL MANUFACTURER RECYCLE VALUE CHAIN BLACK PACKAGING Material Manufacturer - Raw material suppliers or processors who produce materials ready for manufacturing Masterbatch - A solid or liquid additive used for coloring plastics Retail/Consumer - End user Reclaimer - Local recycling center for consumer goods Post-Consumer Recycle (PCR) - Materials derived from polymers reclaimed at the end of their lifecycle that have been through waste treatment Landfill - Infrastructure with highly engineered containment systems that act as a safe and permanent repository for waste material that cannot be reused or recycled
https://www.avient.com/sites/default/files/2023-07/Versaflex HC _ Versaflex HC BIO - BT Series Product Overview.pdf
Versaflex™ HC and Versaflex™ HC BIO
Thermoplastic Elastomers
TPEs for Biopharmaceutical Tubing (BT)
The Versaflex™ HC and Versaflex™ HC BIO BT series is
formulated specifically to handle the complexities
of biopharma tubing.
In addition to the traditional petroleum-based
BT218 grade, this portfolio also features a
biopolymer alternative that contains 40% bio-
derived content to support sustainability and
meets the same strict performance requirements.
KEY CHARACTERISTICS
• Meets critical need for thermal weldability
and kink resistance
• Minimizes extractables during processing
• Provides excellent tensile strength
• Complies with USP VI and ISO 10993-4, -5, -11
certifications
• Suitable for gamma and autoclave
sterilization methods
• Bio-based grade option formulated with nearly
40% Gen 1 biomass content
PRODUCT OVERVIEW
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Copyright © 2023, Avient Corporation.
https://www.avient.com/sites/default/files/resources/Innovation%2520Day%2520-%2520May%25202014.pdf
Van Hulle Senior Vice President,
President of Global Color
Additives and Inks
Robert M.
McAlindon Senior Vice President,
President of Designed
Structures and Solutions
Fernando Sanchez Global Director of
Marketing
Global Color and Additives
Craig M.
Van Hulle
Global Color Additives and Inks
Percept™ Authentication Technologies
2) Security and Safety Solutions
Julie A.
https://www.avient.com/sites/default/files/2022-10/Cesa WithStand Patient Mobility Case Study %281%29.pdf
ANTIMICROBIAL
PROTECTION AND
VIBRANT COLOR,
ALL IN ONE STEP
Challe
nge Accepted.
Multiple
components, each made from different materials,
did not appear to be the same color.
After
developing a deep understanding of the customer’s
needs, Avient’s team quickly went to work to formulate
a custom OnColor™ color and then added Cesa™
WithStand™ antimicrobial technology to make a
single Smartbatch™ masterbatch that passed all of the
product’s challenging requirements.
https://www.avient.com/resources/safety-data-sheets?page=6952
AVIENT WB BIO SOFT BASE
AVIENT WB BIO SOFT BLUE
XRI WB BIO SOFT ORANGE
https://www.avient.com/sites/default/files/2020-10/auto-injector-application-study.pdf
Requirements:
Skin contact colorant certified
for ISO 10993 biocompatibility
OnColor™ HC Plus, MEVOPUR®
5.
Requirements:
USP Class VI skin contact
colorant for drug differentiation
OnColor™ HC, MEVOPUR® 4
Button
5
Batch or SKU
identifier
Safety and
trigger cap
6
CONCENTRATION 1
CONCENTRATION 2
CONCENTRATION 3
Patient Handling
Age or certain disease states can
severely limit patient dexterity making
the self-administration of
medication difficult and frustrating.
Requirements:
High density injection molded
plastic for weighting and balancing
and noise isolation from spring
mechanism
Trilliant™ Gravi-Tech™ Density
Modified Formulations
7
Soft
touch grip
8
Weighted
shell
Color, Material & Finish
Differentiate the same base injector
for multiple price points, medications,
or even licensing opportunities with
body and grip material, color and
texture
https://www.avient.com/products/polymer-additives/surface-modifier-additives/cesa-impact-modifiers
Additive Solutions for Biopolymers: Cesa™ Bio
Whether you want your product to have a unique and novel look, or just want it to maintain a like-new impression, there are colorants and additives that can help.
https://www.avient.com/resource-center?document_type=59&document_subtype=0&industry=0&product_family=0&product_name=0&op=FILTER RESULTS&form_id=resource_filter_form&page=16
Find out how Avient helped L'Oréal achieve color consistency across their global PCR packaging with the PCR Color Prediction Service.
Colorant and Additive Solutions for Small Appliances
Customized bio formulations to meet sustainability and comfort targets with excellent sealing performance
https://www.avient.com/resource-center?document_subtype=0&document_type=59&form_id=resource_filter_form&industry=0&op=FILTER RESULTS&product_family=0&product_name=0&page=16
Find out how Avient helped L'Oréal achieve color consistency across their global PCR packaging with the PCR Color Prediction Service.
Colorant and Additive Solutions for Small Appliances
Customized bio formulations to meet sustainability and comfort targets with excellent sealing performance