Sterilization pouches are disposable and peel-open packages that hold the items inside during the sterilization procedure. These pouches are mainly used in sterilization machines that are widely known as autoclave machines to penetrate the sterilant to the items placed inside. Sterilization pouches maintain the item's sterility once the procedure is complete.
These pouches can be customized per the item's dimension, weight, client's requirement, and the sterilization method used. Not all sterilization pouches are made of the same materials. For example, sterilization pouches dental are used to sterilize dental instruments, and or paper pouches are used when the steam sterilization method is used.
Let's understand which are the main components of the sterilization pouch.
Main Components Of Sterilization Pouch
The sterilization pouch is made of two components – paper and CPP film. Both CPP film and medical grade paper adhere together with the help of a heat seal or an adhesive tape. For the sterilization pouches, medical-grade paper or Tyvek roll are used in the paper part of sterilization bags.
The side of the pouch allows clear visualization of the content written on the pouch or sterilization reels and the chemical indicator. The paper side will do air removal and let the sterilant enter the pouch.
The medical grade paper is perfect for steam, EO, or FO gas sterilization, whereas Tyvek is best for EO and Hydrogen Peroxide sterilization. It is also used as an alternative sterilization method like Ozone, Gamma sterilization, etc.
What Are The Main Objectives Of Sterilization Pouches?
We should use sterilization pouches for smaller or lighter-weight products. Such pouches are available in different sizes and configurations. However, if the instrument is too heavy or large for the pouch, it is recommended that another packaging method is used for the same.
Let us understand what the main objectives of these pouches are.
- The sterilization pouches must be compatible with the sterilization process and allow the penetration of the selected sterilant.
- It should be capable enough to maintain the sterility of package contents until opened.
- These pouches must create a sterilization package that can be opened without any contamination of the contents by the user.
- The pouches must be tamper-evident. Therefore, if anyone opens it inappropriately, it should not be resealed without comprehensive reprocessing.
- Sterilization pouches must allow the contents to be sterile during usage.
Factors To Consider While Selecting a Sterilization Reels/Pouch
It would be best to consider a few factors while selecting a sterilization pouch.
- Use of a medical-grade paper
- The transparent cast polypropylene film should be at least 2mm thick.
- Choose the proper size of the pouch so that you are planning to sterilize the instrument without crowding.
- It should be affordable, easy to use, and easy to store.
- The pouch must be made from non-linting material and tear and puncture-resistant.
Why Choose Aarohi Sterliant's Sterilization Pouches?
In summary, sterilization pouches make the sterilization process stress-free and easy for users. At Aarohi Sterilant, we manufacture customized sterilization packaging solutions per our client's needs, such as sterilization reels, Tyvek rolls, sterilization pouches, self-sealing pouches, bowie & dick test packs, etc.
We manufacture all these packaging solutions in our state-of-the-art manufacturing facilities with the use of TruePress™ technology. Our products make sure a leak-proof seal protects your instrument's integrity. Connect with us today to learn more about our sterilization packaging solutions.
