Eastman’s new medical-grade TritanTMMXF121 escorts high-quality medical care

Eastman, the world’s leading specialty chemicals company, presents its new TritanTMMXF121 copolyester was unveiled at the 2016 International Medical Device Design and Technology Exhibition (MEDTEC). Tritan copolyester materials can meet the strict requirements of the medical industry for product clarity, toughness, chemical resistance and sterilization stability. Medical grade Tritan material is widely used in infusion parts (such as indwelling needles, three-way valves), blood contact products and other medical devices. TritanTMMXF121 is a high-performance material specially designed for various medical equipment casings in the Tritan family.

With the continuous improvement of people's living standards and the growing aging population, my country's medical equipment and personal care equipment have developed rapidly in the past ten years. According to relevant data from the National Bureau of Statistics, in 2015, my country's medical device market exceeded 200 billion yuan, becoming the second largest medical market in the world. In order to better meet people's needs for a healthy and high-quality life, Eastman developed this medical grade TritanTMMXF121 material after close communication with medical professionals. Compared with similar products, the biggest advantage is that it has better chemical resistance. Able to withstand a variety of disinfectants, thereby prolonging product life and reducing waste. In addition, it has the characteristics of fire resistance and flame retardancy (flame resistance rating up to UL 94 V2), and excellent impact resistance. Like all products of the Tritan family, TritanTMMXF121 does not contain bisphenol A, halogens and any plasticizers, providing a higher guarantee for the safety of contact equipment on human health.

According to Dr. Zhuang Yuhui, technical director of the Asia-Pacific region of the Eastman Specialty Plastics Division: "The research and development of TritanTMMXF121 copolyester adheres to the needs of the market and customers, and takes the responsibility of ensuring public safety and healthy life. We hope that through this This new high-performance medical material will enhance consumers' confidence and recognition of medical care equipment."

There are 6 standard colors for TritanTMMXF121 to choose from. In addition, Eastman can provide TritanTMMXF121 masterbatch and pellet blending to meet customers' individual color matching needs and help customers create an excellent product image. TritanTMMXF121 will be used in monitors, blood glucose meters, portable ultrasonic diagnostic instruments, portable bone densitometers, electronic infusion pumps, blood pressure monitors, etc.

During the 2016 International Medical Equipment Design and Technology Exhibition (October 26--28), Eastman will hold booth A110 in the Shanghai World Expo Exhibition Hall to display TritanTMMXF121 material and its characteristics and applications. Eastman's professional technical team Will come to the site to answer various technical and application questions.