Ethicon 1635G CHROMIC GUT 6-0 Naturally BROWN 1X18" PS-3 16mm PS PRIME BX/12 Expired

Ethicon Chromic Gut | 6-0 | 16mm PS-3 MultiPass® | 18" Naturally Brown | BX/12

The Ethicon 1635G is a premium, natural absorbable suture crafted from purified collagen (bovine serosa). In Size 6-0 (0.7 metric), this suture provides a micro-fine profile specifically engineered for the most delicate soft tissue approximations where minimal scarring and rapid absorption are essential.

The Chromic treatment involves a specialized tanning process with chromium salts, which effectively delays enzymatic degradation compared to plain gut. This ensures the 6-0 strand maintains its tensile integrity during the critical initial phases of wound healing in highly visible or sensitive anatomical regions.

Key Specifications

• Manufacturer: Ethicon (Johnson & Johnson)

• Brand: CHROMIC GUT

• Model / REF: 1635G

• Suture Size: 6-0 (0.7 metric) — Micro-Fine Precision Gauge

• Length: 18 Inches (45 cm)

• Material: Chromic Gut (Natural Collagen)

• Color: Naturally Brown

• Needle: 16mm PS-3 (3/8 Circle)

• Needle Technology: MultiPass® & ETHALLOY®

• Needle Point: PS PRIME Reverse Cutting

• Quantity: Box of 12 Sterile Units

Technical & Clinical Advantages

• PS-3 MultiPass® Needle Excellence: The 16mm PS-3 (Plastic Surgery-3) needle is forged from ETHALLOY®, a proprietary stainless steel alloy that resists bending and breaking. The MultiPass® coating ensures the needle maintains its "initial-bite" sharpness through multiple passes, which is critical for achieving consistent, atraumatic results in dense dermal tissue.

• PS PRIME Reverse Cutting Geometry: The precision-honed cutting edge is located on the outer curvature of the needle. This directs cutting forces away from the wound margin, preventing "cheese-wiring" and promoting superior wound edge eversion and cosmetic outcomes.

• Extended Wound Support: Due to the chromic salt treatment, the 1635G typically maintains critical wound support for 10 to 14 days. This profile is ideally suited for eyelid surgery, facial lacerations, and pediatric reconstructive procedures where long-term foreign body load is undesirable.

• Exceptional Handling & "Soft" Knots: Natural gut becomes exceptionally supple when hydrated by tissue fluids. This allows the ultra-fine 6-0 knots to "snug down" deeply and stay secure, providing a soft, non-irritating finish that significantly enhances patient comfort compared to synthetic alternatives.

• Natural Enzymatic Digestion: As a protein-based material, it is absorbed through proteolysis (enzymatic digestion). Complete mass absorption typically occurs within 60 to 90 days, eliminating the need for a secondary follow-up for suture removal and streamlining post-operative care.

Condition & Quality Assurance

• Status: New – Factory Sealed.

• Integrity: This item is securely contained within its original, undamaged manufacturer's packaging. All 12 individual sterile packets are factory-sealed, ensuring 100% sterility and consistent needle-to-suture attachment strength.

• Professional Standards: With over 25 years of experience in surgical logistics, Primis Medical ensures all Ethicon inventory is stored in climate-controlled environments to maintain the proper moisture balance and tensile integrity of natural gut products.

• Expired: This item expired 02/28/2026

Shipping & Handling

• Secure Logistics: Shipped in reinforced packaging to protect the micro-fine 16mm PS-3 needles and ensure the sterile foil seals remain uncompromised during transit.

• Fast Dispatch: Ships within 1 business day.