This PROLENE® Polypropylene Blue Non-Absorbable Surgical Suture, model 8636H, is engineered for delicate skin and soft tissue approximation in procedures where precision penetration and durability are essential. Manufactured from non-absorbable polypropylene monofilament, PROLENE® provides smooth tissue passage, minimal inflammatory response and reliable permanent wound support.

The USP 6-0 diameter delivers fine tensile performance suitable for dermal and minor soft tissue closure. The 45 cm strand length allows accurate placement and controlled knot tying during wound approximation in patients.

This product features a PC-3 PRIME MULTIPASS® conventional cutting needle (16 mm). The conventional cutting geometry enhances dermal penetration, while MULTIPASS® technology maintains sharpness through repeated passes. Supplied sterile and single-use in a box of 36, this suture is intended for professional surgical environments requiring dependable non-absorbable closure.

• Key Features
• Non-absorbable polypropylene monofilament
• USP 6-0 fine surgical diameter
• 45 cm strand length
• PC-3 PRIME MULTIPASS® needle
• 16 mm conventional cutting needle
• Designed for precise dermal penetration in
• Minimal tissue reactivity
• Blue monofilament for enhanced visibility
• Sterile, single-use — Box of 36
• Technical Specifications
• Brand: Ethicon
• Product: PROLENE® Polypropylene Suture
• Product Code: 8636H
• Category:
• Suture Size: 6-0
• Length: 45 cm
• Colour: Blue
• Material: Polypropylene
• Absorbability: Non-absorbable
• Directionality: Unidirectional
• Needle Name: PC-3 PRIME MP
• Needle Length: 16 mm
• Needle Point Type: Conventional Cutting
• Special Feature: MULTIPASS® Surgical Needle
• Strands Per Pack: 1
• Quantity per Box: 36
• Unit of Measure: Box (36 Each)
• Suitable For
• skin closure
• Minor surgical procedures
• Dermal wound approximation in
• Procedures requiring fine non-absorbable suturing