This PROLENE® Polypropylene Blue Non-Absorbable Surgical Suture, product code W8549, is engineered for reliable dermal and soft tissue approximation where controlled penetration and permanent tensile strength are essential. Manufactured from non-absorbable polypropylene monofilament, PROLENE® ensures smooth tissue passage, minimal inflammatory response and long-term wound stability.

The USP 3-0 diameter delivers balanced tensile performance suitable for dermal and moderate-tension soft tissue closure. The 75 cm strand length supports accurate placement and secure knot tying during routine and specialist surgical procedures.

This suture is fitted with an FS-3 conventional cutting needle (16 mm), manufactured from 4310 alloy for strength and consistency. The conventional cutting configuration enables sharp penetration of skin and tougher tissue layers, supporting precise dermal closure. 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
• 75 cm strand length
• FS-3 needle design
• 16 mm conventional cutting needle
• 4310 alloy needle construction
• Designed for skin and tougher tissue penetration
• Minimal tissue reactivity
• Sterile, single-use — Box of 12
• Technical Specifications
• Brand: PROLENE®
• Manufacturer: Ethicon
• Product Code: W8549
• Category: Ethicon Wound Closure
• Suture Size: USP 3-0
• Length: 75 cm
• Colour: Blue
• Material: Polypropylene
• Absorbability: Non-absorbable
• Directionality: Unidirectional
• Needle Name: FS-3 CONV
• Needle Length: 16 mm
• Needle Point Type: Conventional Cutting
• Needle Alloy: 4310
• Pledget: No
• Strands per Pack: 1
• Quantity per Box: 12
• Unit of Measure: Box (12 Each)
• Suitable For
• Skin closure
• Dermal wound approximation
• Moderate-tension soft tissue repair
• General surgical procedures
• Applications requiring durable non-absorbable suturing