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Absorbable PGA(Vicryl) Violet & Braided 18" C-6 Needle, braided and coated with polycaprolactone and calcium stearate. Completely synthetic material The violet is a FDA-approved color additive called FD&C Violet No. 2 Excellent tensile strength throughout the critical wound healing period. Excellent knot security Excellent handling (doesn’t curl or get tangled). Very predictable absorption profile Retains 82% of the original tensile strength at 14 days after placement and 56% at 21 days. It is completely dissolved after 90 – 100 days. Minimal inflammation in tissue. •Smooth, polished needle, easy-glide surface, & uniform thickness •Superior suture material for advanced wound closure •Minimal needle to material transition reduces suture line bleed. •Stainless steel needles eliminate flex and fracture. •12 sterile sutures per box. •Made in the U.S.A SPECIFICATIONS Brand: Titan Instruments Product Type: Suture Gut Type: PGA Suture Length: 18 Needle Code: C-6 Suture Size: 3-0 Coated (Yes/No): Yes Construction: Braided Needle Length: 19 mm Needle Curvature: 3/8 Circle Needle Needle Type: Reverse Cut Color: Blue Absorbability: Absorbable Package Quantity: 12/Box