Material type

Silk

Structure

Braided, coated or twisted, coated for Virgin Silk

Coating material

Silicone MED-2174 or Wax (Pure Beewax BP) for black braided or Natural gum or sericin for Virgin Silk

USP size & colour

7-0 to 5 black ; 9-0 to 7-0 blue virgin

Characteristics

Smooth tissue passage ; excellent knot security ; easy to handle

Shelf life

5 years

Packaging

1 dozen or 3 dozen boxes