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(Clariant) -- Clariant announces the
addition of anti-microbial masterbatches based on MedX anti-microbial agents
from SANITIZED AG to its dedicated MEVOPUR range, to support the development of
medical devices with surfaces that are active against bacteria. Independent
testing of the active ingredients by Sanitized has shown them to be effective
against antibiotic resistant strains.
The development responds to the increased need for anti-microbials in
applications such as surgical instruments, catheters, connectors for tubing, and
in-line filters to help reduce the transmission of bacteria that are potential
causes of secondary infection. It has been noted in publications that there is a
serious risk of death from catheter-related nosocomial infection. There is also
increasing interest in evaluating anti-microbials for pharmaceutical packaging,
such as inhalers and ophthalmic solutions.
Clariant’s long-standing partnership with Sanitized benefits customers in
a range of application sectors, including textiles and consumer goods.
For the new MEVOPUR masterbatches, Sanitized manufactures the active MedX
anti-microbial ingredient – silver on a glass carrier – according to the strict
quality control and impurity check requirements stipulated by Clariant.
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