This PROLENE® Polypropylene Blue Non-Absorbable Surgical Suture, product code W8684G, is engineered for reliable skin and soft tissue approximation where precision handling and long-term tensile stability are essential. Manufactured from non-absorbable polypropylene monofilament, PROLENE® provides smooth tissue passage, minimal inflammatory response and permanent wound support.

The USP 3-0 diameter delivers balanced tensile performance suitable for dermal and moderate-tension soft tissue closure. The 45 cm strand length supports accurate placement and secure knot tying across a wide range of surgical procedures.

This suture is supplied with an FS reverse cutting needle (26 mm), manufactured from 420 alloy for strength and durability. The reverse cutting configuration enhances needle stability and reduces tissue cut-through risk, making it particularly suitable for skin and tougher dermal layers. Supplied sterile and single-use in a box of 12, this product is intended for professional surgical environments requiring dependable non-absorbable wound closure.

• Key Features
• Non-absorbable polypropylene monofilament
• USP 3-0 surgical diameter
• 45 cm strand length
• FS needle design
• 26 mm reverse cutting needle
• 420 alloy needle construction
• Designed for dermal and tougher tissue penetration
• Minimal tissue reactivity
• Sterile, single-use — Box of 12
• Technical Specifications
• Brand: PROLENE®
• Manufacturer: Ethicon
• Product Code: W8684G
• Category: Ethicon Wound Closure
• Suture Size: USP 3-0
• Length: 45 cm
• Colour: Blue
• Material: Polypropylene
• Absorbability: Non-absorbable
• Directionality: Unidirectional
• Needle Name: FS
• Needle Length: 26 mm
• Needle Point Type: Reverse Cutting
• Needle Alloy: 420
• Pledget: No
• Strands per Pack: 1
• Quantity per Box: 12
• Unit of Measure: Box (12 Each)
• Suitable For
• Dermal wound closure
• Skin approximation
• Moderate-tension soft tissue repair
• General surgical procedures
• Applications requiring durable non-absorbable suturing