Medical Grade Paper for Sterilization
Base paper for medical packaging that ensures safety and hygiene
Packaging material for medical devices needs to be safe and highly functional. Combining its paper making technologies and paper treating expertise, our medical grade paper possesses a high level of heat seal-ability and peel-ability, while maintaining a water repellent finish and superior bacteria barrier qualities.
Microbial Barrier Properties
Microbial Barrier Test
The microbial barrier properties of KJ Specialty Paper's medical grade paper are demonstrated by MT Japan∗ method.
∗ Medical Technology Association of Japan
Pore Size
KJ Specialty Paper's medical grade paper's pore size is controlled to provide the microbial barrier properties in accordance with EN 868 series.
Control of Foreign Matter and Inspection System
Control of Foreign Matter
KJ Specialty Paper's medical grade paper is manufactured using the foreign matter detection systems.
Inspection System
KJ Specialty Paper's medical grade paper is inspected at the dedicated facilities maintained at high level of cleanliness with air shower entry systems.
Biocompatibility and International Standards
Biocompatibility
The biocompatibility of KJ Specialty Paper's medical grade paper is demonstrated based on ISO 11607-1(MEP-P series).
Quality Control based on International Standards
KJ Specialty Paper's quality control for medical grade paper is performed based on the international standards such as ISO 11607-1 and EN 868 series(MEP-70EX1).
Well-balanced Sealing Strength and Peel Ability
Uncoated grade(MEP-P series, MEP-EX series, etc.)
Good sealing compatibility with various kinds of films
Excellent peel ability for uncoated grades
Coated grade(MEP-GA, etc.)
Wide sealing temperature range
Excellent sealing compatibility with various kinds of films
Due to the cohesive peel mechanism, the coated layer can clearly show a white peeled mark when peeled.
Sterilization Compatibility
The sterilization compatibilities of KJ Specialty Paper's medical grade paper are as follows;
MEP-P series and MEP-EX series are much less likely to deteriorate and burst during the autoclave sterilization process due to their excellent water repellency.
Both the uncoated and coated grades provide excellent permeability of steam and gases.
Product Dimension
Reel width and length of KJ Specialty Paper's medical grade paper are individually customized to meet the customers' specific requirements.