Absorbtion is essentially complete within 50-90 days SPECIFICATIONS Brand: Ace Surgical Product Type: Suture Gut Type: PGA Suture Length: 18 inches Needle Code: DS-18 Suture Size: 3-0 Coated (Yes/No): Yes Construction: Braided Needle Curvature: 3/8 Circle Needle Needle Type: Reverse Cut Color: Violet Absorbability: Absorbable Package Quantity: 12/Box