This ETHILON™ Black Monofilament Non-Absorbable Surgical Suture, product code W1858BG, is designed for precise soft tissue approximation where fine tensile strength and enhanced needle reach are required. Manufactured from non-absorbable nylon monofilament, ETHILON provides smooth tissue passage, minimal tissue reactivity and dependable long-term wound support.

The USP 5-0 size delivers refined tensile performance suitable for delicate skin closure and cosmetic procedures requiring accurate wound edge alignment. The 18 inch (45 cm) strand length ensures controlled handling in outpatient and hospital surgical environments.

W1858BG is supplied single-armed (S/A) with one PC-25 Prime cutting needle measuring approximately 25 mm with a 3/8 circle curvature. The larger cutting needle configuration enables precise penetration through skin and firmer tissue while maintaining sharpness and consistent performance.

Supplied sterile and single-use in a box of 12 sutures, this product is intended for professional clinical and specialist surgical settings requiring dependable non-absorbable wound closure.

• Key Features
• • Non-absorbable nylon monofilament
• • USP 5-0 fine calibre suture
• • 18 in (45 cm) strand length
• • Black colour for enhanced visibility
• • Single-armed PC-25 Prime cutting needle
• • Approx. 25 mm needle length, 3/8 circle curvature
• • Smooth tissue passage with minimal drag
• • Excellent knot security and long-term tensile strength
• • Sterile, single-use — Box of 12
• Technical Specifications
• Brand: Ethicon
• Product Code: W1858BG
• GTIN: 30705031238200
• Material: Nylon (Polyamide)
• Form: Monofilament
• Absorbability: Non-absorbable
• USP Size: 5-0
• Length: 18 in (45 cm)
• Colour: Black
• Needle Type: PC-25 Prime Cutting (single-armed)
• Needle Length: Approx. 25 mm
• Needle Curvature: 3/8 circle
• Pledget: No
• Packaging: Box of 12
• Suitable For
• • Skin closure requiring extended needle reach
• • Cosmetic and plastic surgery procedures
• • General soft tissue approximation
• • Procedures requiring precise cutting needle control